The cafe is open. After nine months of planning and construction and menu workshopping - we opened our doors on Monday. In 4 days, we have had over 500 customers. We have gotten some really great press and unbelievable support from the neighborhood and friends.
Starting a new business is exhilarating. We have been training and creating systems and making things happen. So much to do, so many people to greet. So much energy exerted.
The other day, as the adreneline started to fade, I got tired. A deep, in your bones tired that not even the stellar coffee we serve, could revive. I knew that attacking my pile of work was futile - so I took a hot bath and went to sleep. It was deep and dark sleep, not my usual nodding slumber and when I woke up, I felt clearer and stronger than I have in years.
I have always regarded sleep as a waste of time, but this week, it was the most practical and meaningful thing I could do.
