Coffee! My Friend

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In high school I couldn't stand the taste of coffee. My crazy college roommate was addicted and even ate chocolate covered coffee beans. I ate a few, but it just wasn't my thing. I would drink the seasonal flavored drinks at the 'Bucks and Dunkin, but only when I had money.

Fast forward six years, and we received a coffee maker as a wedding gift. It was hardly pulled out during the next year. But once I found the York Peppermint Patty creamer, I had to buy the larger size. Sadly, I have yet to put the coffee maker away. I am possibly addicted to coffee! I can't go a week without coffee! If we run out, I will run to the grocer to buy more. I have gone as far as to have a favorite roast- Medium if you were interested.

Mr. Mind noticed that its not the coffee, its the creamer that has a hold on me. I believe I am mostly in love with the flavored creamers.

Dear Coffee Mate,
Thank you for creating so many flavorful creamers this year. You have increased my desire to drink more coffee than need be. I ended the summer with two bottles of the Dulce de Leche creamer. It is wonderful to say the least. The taste of caramel and coffee just screams late summer. I topped it with whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg. Yum!

Coffee Mate, I would love to taste your #TollHouse coffee creamers. Feel free to send some for me to review. But don't wait too long because I'm nearly finished with the Pumpkin Spice.

Until my next cup (tomorrow),
Maruki
Welcome! I'm Lauren Maruki. Life has a way of throwing unusual situations my way. Join my husband and I as we work through infertility, adoption, decreasing debt and living, gluten free. I will sprinkle in some traveling too! Feel free to laugh, cry and agree to disagree!

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