blue-eyed, young pup, friendly-chatting barista on Barrington: You absolutely made my morning last Thursday when I stumbled in wearing a three-day old striped t-shirt and bed-head. The night before had been composed of questionable lifestyle choices and my heart was feeling a little smushed up. Your questions and banter (and latte) shined up Thursday henceforth. It’s not often that such easy conversation flies up from a counter of daily commute but I’m glad it did. Your sweetness left a mark on me, thanks! —Sleepy eyes and stripes
This article appears in Aug 14-20, 2014.