The old saying “If you build a better mousetrap the world will beat a path to your door.” is true.  I say that - not to brag or boast  - but because, Praise the Lord!, our coffee business continues to grow.  The number of fans for our baked goods continues to grow, too, but it is the growth of our coffee business that is most inspiring!

During the past few weeks I have had an increasing number of people rave about my coffee - the taste and the smoothness.  That is what I meant by building a better mousetrap - only in this case it is better coffee.

Though roasting and selling fresh-roasted coffee is my business, it is as much about sharing JOY with others, one cup at a time.  I had a friend, years ago, who was doing the “12-step” program as a recovering alcoholic who shared what they were learning that the word, JOY, meant; Jesus first, others second and you last.

In addition to the increasing number of customers I referred to above sharing with me how much they are enjoying my coffees, I have also been asked by a few businesses in the area during the past couple of weeks to supply them with coffee to serve - in a cafe and a restaurant.  These new businesses will be in addition to a number of other businesses who are already featuring our coffees.

Again, I am not boasting or bragging.  I am  just thankful that our business is growing.  Perhaps it might help to put things into perspective when I share this, which I have found of great help especially during these challenging times…

¹³I have strength for all things in Christ Who empowers me [I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him Who ^[a]infuses inner strength into me; I am ^[b]self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency]. - Philippians 4:13, Amplified Bible

Thanks for stopping by.  Until next time…be blessed!

Tom

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