The meaning of a cup of Coffee

The meaning of a cup of Coffee

 

A man walks into the coffee shop. He waited in line as the patrons thought to themselves…Why is that man in here?

 

When the man got to the counter, he ordered a small coffee; one of the patrons offers to pay for it. Smiling at the kind Lady, and says, “Thank you, but that’s not necessary, but for your kindness may I pay for yours?”

 

The woman looked perplexed; um I’m not trying to be mean but aren’t you homeless? “Why yes I am” the man said smiling, “but I do have money.” With that, she let him pay for her coffee, and asked him to sit and talk.

 

Sipping her coffee she asked, “If you have money than why are you homeless.” The man sipped his coffee and considered her for a few moments.

 

“You see,” he began, “I grew tired of rushing around, running late, and having people late for meetings they would arrange.” “One day I was sitting in this coffee shop and realized something.”  The woman leaned forward in anticipation of some enlightened wisdom.

 

“I realized that no matter how late or early I…or anyone else was, the coffee was always on time and just what I needed.” “I don’t understand” the woman replied.

 

“It’s quite simple,” the man continued. “Have you ever known a cup of coffee to be late? It’s always ready when you expect it to be, and wasn’t it just what you needed?” “Well I decided to give up everything I had, and be around the one thing that never let me down.” 

 

The woman sat back and contemplated this for a few moments.

“Maybe I will see you around some time.” At that, the man stood up, bowed his thanks to the woman, and walked away.

 

A coffee attendant walked over and handed the woman a refill. “I didn’t order a refill she said.” The attendant smiled and said, “It’s already paid for, no worries miss.” The woman looked at her coffee; um can you tell me who the homeless man was?”

The attendant smiled, “Oh that was no man…that was fate.”

 

To the reader; When life gets you stressed out because of arriving late to meetings, or all the lights seem to be red just as you get to the intersection, just remember a cup of coffee is never late and is always what some of us need.

Reviews

[Praveeta]

A beautiful story with an enriching message. Thanks for sharing.

[Vidya Bacchus]

You are a wise man Ron.People get lost in the hustle and bustle.They need to take a second to smell the coffee.I love me some caffeine so no one could make me part with my coffee :)

[ron]

Thank you Vidja. I love my coffee to, even espresso.

[Vidya Bacchus]

You are welcome .

[Lydia Shutter]

A charming and mysterious tale you wove here, Ron. Sometimes there is a very good reason for being late....and it was meant to be. Lots of wisdom here. Lydi**

[ron]

Thank you Lydia. You bring up very good point bout reason for being late.

[icelandicblue]

Wake up ans smell the coffee! What a wonderfully wise story you've penned here.

[ron]

Thank you icelandicblue...;)

[Chidoriflower]

I love this story. It's heartwarming, in a mysterious, charming way. I always have too much sugar in my coffee, but I like it strong, too. xD Sometimes we just need a coffee break. Splendid!

[ron]

Thank you Chidoriflower. Yes a good coffee break sometimes is what is needed. I take mine black :)

[Chidoriflower]

You're very welcome! :3

[Coyote Poetry]

I like the story a lot. Took me 50 years to realize. If you are late. It is okay. It happens. I'm coffee drinker. I create my own mixes and I enjoy my time with my coffee. I like the use of Fate. Thank you for sharing the outstanding story.
Coyote

[ron]

Thank you Coyote.

[Rita L. Sev]

Ron, I do not often read stories here, due to time restraints (ironically); I stumbled upon your tale during my lunch break - and it was just what I needed - much like a cup of coffee is at times... Thank you for sharing this.

[ron]

Thank you Rita. I am so happy it was what you needed. I hope it put a smile on your face.

[Sheila Kline]

Ron,

I have read many of your works, but this is to me the best you have written and posted on this site! The message is full of sage advice and the way you relate it to the reader is in a way that we may relate to as most all of us know that "cup of coffee" feeling. Fate plays out for all of us - it is how we accept it that matters the most!!

Excellent write and most definitely going in my favorite file!! Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful story!!
Please write more as this, or if you have more as this, please share them with us!! I am quite touched by it!!

I would really love to see you write a story of what it meant to you to serve on burial detail in the military! Veteran's Day is close at hand...........do you have a poem or story to share?

Sheila

[ron]

Thank you Sheila, your words humble me and make my chest stick out a little more. As far as the burial detail story...:( this is still hard for me. But I will try. Thank you once again. I feel honored that you would add one of my writings to your favorite file...:)

[Sheila Kline]

Thank you for trying Ron! I think it would be a phenomenal story to tell from one who has been there! I know I watched those who came for my dear father's funeral and I shall never forget how "proper" they were, how honorable they were of his memory of our flag, or all those in attendance for his funeral services!! I have tried to tell of it, but I could never tell of it as one who has been a part of it!!
These are the two verses I have in draft about the guard of burial detail - please feel free to use any of the words, or all of them.........I just think it needs to come from one who really knows what it feels like!!

March we in formation with greatest of honor and respect
As we honor the legacy of one who now is put to rest.
May we ever remember service given to our country,
Hours and days sacrificed to keep out homeland free.

When the pomp and circumstance comes to a close
And tribute is paid to the departed in quiet repose,
We who serve as part of the burial detail
Leave behind the sound of the widow’s wail.

Sheila Bowyer Kline

so, that is what I have written. You can do so much better Ron!!

[Sheila Kline]

This is the video I had found to use for the poem...........perhaps it would work for your write, or you might have pictures of your own.....just a thought!

[Sheila Kline]

It didn't post the video - I will send it in a message.

[ron]

It is a beautiful two verses Sheila. I don't think anyone could have said or captured it better.

[Sheila Kline]

I note I have a mistake in it - this is the corrected version........and thank you! Please feel free to add to, or complete it with your own views - in a story, or a poem!


March we in formation with greatest of honor and respect
As we honor the legacy of one who now is put to rest.
May we ever remember service given to our country,
Hours and days sacrificed to keep our homeland free.

When the pomp and circumstance comes to a close
And tribute is paid to the departed in quiet repose,
We who serve as part of the burial detail
Leave behind the sound of the widow’s wail.

[ron]

I will try what I can Sheila...Thank you so very much. Big hugs

[Karen]

Ah, I love me some coffee! I remember waking up to the aromatic smells filling my small apartment and letting the warmth fill me from the inside out. It was such a soothing and calming way to start my day that I scarcely realized my addiction to it. Now, sadly, I am always in a rush, and can scarcely finish the mug before rushing off to one event or the other. It is not longer a salve for my day, but has become a daily fix to assure I wont get a headache from not drinking it. Anyway, lovely message, Ron!

[ron]

Thank you Karen. I'm sorry you get headaches if you don't drink any. Big hugs