My Copilot Is A Troll

On our way home from Red Rock Coulee and the Etzicom Windmill Museum, it was definitely time for a coffee. Mom had heard of a new place close to the Medicine Hat Airport, which was right on our way. The Homestead Market is right on Highway 3. It was so much more than we were expecting. The gift shop showcases local artisans and producers. There is everything - woodworking, soapmaking, pottery, jewelry, art, quilts, leather goods. (yes, I got some Christmas presents here!) Meat, honey, ice cream, pies, soups, spices and sauces. In the back there is a flower shop, and a soon to be salon. In the front is a coffee shop. It was amazing coffee! Sometimes I like to anticipate an experience before it happens. Do a little research, speculate on what it will be like, and write those thoughts down. Then come back after the experience and reflect on it. Before Since one of my goals of my travels was follow the direction of inspiration, I'm going to do just that. A few days ago, at Crockstock, ...

Living on the road, even temporarily, doesn't mean I have to sacrifice good coffee. I'm not a savage! Even though hotel rooms are usually equipped with coffee makers, the coffee they provide is not inspiring, or generous! If it were only a day or two, I could frequent coffee shops. If I have 2 cups of coffee a day, and spend $2.50/cup; in two and a half weeks, that would cost nearly $100. And that's assuming I can find good coffee shops enroute. Not a change I'm willing to take! I discovered, years ago, that you can buy mini basket coffee filters. They fit in the 2 cup coffee pots most hotel rooms have. Very simple solution, all you need is a package of your favourite coffee. Now, an ordinary traveler would stop here, problem solved. I have never been accused of being ordinary. I have tried different things over the years. A camping percolator, a French press. They make great coffee, but they are monstrous to clean out, requiring a lot of water. Top View This is a pour ...