The Monthly Pour: March

In Bloom & Lightly Brewed

I’ve come to appreciate March as a month that doesn’t rush its reveal. It stretches, softens, and slowly trades winter’s heaviness for something a bit more forgiving as we've rolled into Spring. And while my posting may have taken a quieter tone, the month itself still offered a handful of small, lovely indulgences worth noting.

Sip Trip

March kept things mostly close to home for half the month. Coffee brewed in familiar corners, cups poured without urgency as it was still a tad brisk outside. Still, curiosity managed to peek through with a few visits to a new café along 8th Street, SE called CIVIC. A promising addition to the rotation and a revisit waiting to happen. Some places call you back before you’ve even left and it's definitely one of those-plus the playground is around the corner for my coffee date.

My Favorites of the Month

My Tory Burch Jenna loafers (I grabbed around Xmas '25) have been the pair I reach for without thinking, polished enough to feel put together, effortless enough to wear on repeat and it doesn't help they are comfy. And in a softer, sweeter lane, I’ve fully leaned into my indulgence of Cocoa Asante Bon Bons.

One box turned into a few, and I have no regrets. Consider it a gentle nod to balance and check out the brand for your own guilt-free pleasures. You won't be disappointed. I'm VERY picky with my chocolates due to my delicate digestive system and these just hit the mark. I am strongly considering auto-ship!

In Case You Missed It

Cherry Blossom Phases: One of March’s quiet highlights was witnessing the cherry blossoms move through their phases which was a new way I wanted to add to my tradition. Not just the full bloom everyone waits for, but the in-between moments, the build, the pause, the fleeting nature of it all. It was fun to experience it with walks as my plus one tagged along with me. A reminder that beauty doesn’t only arrive at its peak.

What will be in the cup for April? We shall see. Until then-same table, fresh cup, and something sweet within reach ☕🌸