Getting coffee from the same barista every morning.
GETTING COFFEE FROM THE SAME BARISTA EVERY MORNING.
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There’s a unique comfort in routine, isn’t it? Especially during those intense years navigating lectures, deadlines, and ambitious pursuits. Think back to that daily ritual: stepping into your favorite campus cafe, often before the sun had fully claimed the sky, or sometimes late into the night. It wasn't just about the caffeine jolt; it was about the silent acknowledgment, the subtle nod, the unspoken understanding with the person behind the counter.
That barista knew your order, probably your preferred mug, and maybe even the exact moment you’d appear. "The usual?" they'd ask, or simply start preparing it as you approached. In a world full of new challenges and constant learning, that brief, familiar interaction was a tiny anchor. It was a moment of predictability, a quiet constant amidst the intellectual whirlwind. It felt like being seen, being known, even in the simplest, most transactional way.
For those still on campus, it's a small, comforting pause in your day, a moment of human connection before diving back into the books. For those who've graduated, it's a surprisingly vivid memory. That specific aroma, the gentle hum of the espresso machine, the friendly face that was part of your daily rhythm. It’s one of those little details that shaped your experience, a simple pleasure that still lives vividly in the mind, long after the last final was taken.
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