Good god it's been nearly a month. My Mom got a hold of me last night and one of the things she said was that she's supposed to be the one behind, not me. Fair point Mom, fair point. So here I am at what feels like too fucking early, with a mug of green tea and a bowl of leftovers. I keep thinking maybe there is some way I can crawl back into bed and pretend that this is all a dream but then I remember my fantasy of going to grad school. Damn that hope. Also I do actually want to go to this class. The content is fairly interesting and I'll be honest, I have a thing for my prof. I usually don't get like this over teachers but she's cute, smart, interesting and friendly. And a drummer in a metal band. I swooned when I found out. And realized, with a sinking feeling, that I would be faithfully attending every class to enjoy when she smiles at me, sitting all eager like in the front row. Both Fiance and Boyfriend say I should ask her out for coffee after the final exam. Sure, if I ever find the balls. Nothing says appealing like making a potential ass out of yourself.
Side note, ohmygodisthisteaevertasty! It's Blue Mango that Fiance and I picked up from Cha Island (it's a link to their Facebook page as the website is not working for shit for me). What is Cha Island you ask? It is a fantastic tropical themed cafe just off Whyte Ave. The official address is 10332-81ave, here in Edmonton, but if you're anything like me, you're going, give me landmarks! K, it's sort of behind Greenwoods on Whyte. It's right across the street from Bulk Barn, which is amazingly convenient because I am also a Bulk Barn junkie. The cafe is, as I mentioned, tropical themed, which includes gorgeous, fun interior decorating. The recent paint job has the place a wonderful shade of blue with fauna and flora interspersed on the walls. There's a wall of teas that you can sniff and then either purchase in bulk or in a press to enjoy in house. Or both. Both is a wonderful idea.
I'm not really a tea fan, is this place for me? First off, shame on you for not liking tea. But that aside, oh yes it is. This place is a wonderful little nook that is for everybody. It's run by a guy name Jake (rather cute. Check him out. I do) who has a fantastic selection of alcoholic beverages, sandwiches, waffles, hot tea, cold tea, cocoa and I believe coffee. This is embarrassing to admit, but I'm unsure on the last one. Only because I don't drink said black sludge myself. Huh, now I'm curious and will need to check. Anyways, you want to hear about the cafe itself, not my lack of coffee knowledge (just checked the Facebook page. Coffee is available oh sludge drinkers).
Everything is priced very nicely. As a student, I like going places I can afford and I can happily get myself and Fiance each a sandwich and our own hot beverage for under $20. Good date place if you need somewhere affordable and awesome. Boyfriend said he was surprised at the lack of pretension when I took him there. I laughed at his cafe expectation.
Jake makes amazing food. I have brought several people there and every single one of them has been in awe at the deliciousness that is his sandwiches and his waffles. He also has plenty of magazines (National Geographic! It's how I read it. I can't afford my own subscription sadly), board games and cards available. There are comfy couches and chairs to enjoy by the fireplace or if you want more traditional cafe like seating, there are a bunch of tables and chairs downstairs. Did I mention this place has two levels? It's kind of a loft. It adds to the awesomeness.
One last thing, Jake can do lactose free versions of drinks, which I really appreciate. Had the masala cocoa yesterday (amazing!!!) with almond milk in it and mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. Very good.
Ok, so that was a bit more than I side note about the source of my tea but now you know where to get awesome tea and other tasty things. At great prices! In a cool place! Always a good thing.
Anyways, I should take my now somewhat caffeinated self and finish getting ready for prof oggling. Hope this puts me in slightly better standing Mom!
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