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There are stories that don’t begin where we think they do.Mine didn’t begin with Paul. It began with loss. When my firstborn daughter, Angie, was taken from me by the state, something inside me broke open and never fully closed again. I remember sitting outside the DHS building, convinced—irrationally, desperately—that my baby was somewhere inside …
What Adoption Leaves Behind — and What Love Restores I didn’t know it at the time, but I was searching long before I ever knew how to look. Adoption has a quiet way of shaping you. It doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Sometimes it shows up as a question you don’t know how to ask, …
A Cozy Finish to a Season Well Savored And just like that, we’ve reached the final cup. There’s something bittersweet about Day 12 of the Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar. Over the past days, each brew has marked time—quiet mornings, shared tastings, and small moments of warmth during a busy season. Today’s coffee feels like a …
Sweet and Beautifully Bright There’s something especially meaningful about reaching the final stretch of an Advent calendar. By Day 11, it’s no longer just about discovering a new coffee—it’s about the story behind the cup and the moments we slow down long enough to savor. Today’s selection, Jubilant Blend, truly lives up to its name. …
Some coffees feel like a story in a cup, and Peet’s Arabian Mocha-Java is one of them. For Day 10 of our Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar, Larson opened the door to this historic blend, and it immediately stood out as something special. Arabian Mocha-Java brings together coffees from two legendary growing regions, creating a cup …
There are some coffees that don’t whisper — they speak boldly. Peet’s French Roast is one of those coffees. For Day 9 of our Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar, Larson opened the door to this classic dark roast, and right away you know you’re in for something strong and unapologetic. This is a coffee made for …
Day 8 brings a welcome shift in the Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar with Sun Catcher, a blend that feels lighter, brighter, and perfectly timed for the heart of the holiday season. ??? There’s something about this coffee that feels uplifting—like a pause in the middle of busy December days. It’s the kind of cup you …
Day 7 of the Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar brings us a cup that feels especially fitting for the heart of winter—Usuri African Blend – Dark Roast. From the moment it’s brewed, this coffee lets you know it means business: bold, rich, and deeply comforting. Larson takes us through today’s tasting, sharing his thoughts on the …
Day 4 of the Peet’s Coffee Advent Calendar takes us to Central America with the beautifully balanced Guatemala San Sebastián. This coffee is known for its smooth, comforting character and well-rounded flavor profile. With a richness that feels both approachable and refined, Guatemala San Sebastián offers a cup that’s easy to enjoy while still delivering …
Some days call for stepping back, slowing down, and savoring something bold and grounding—and Off The Grid felt like that kind of cup. This blend has a strong, confident presence from the first sip. It’s rich and full-bodied, with a depth that feels adventurous without being overwhelming. There’s something comforting about it too, like a …