96. Coffee-Making Tradition Lives On

Gap-fill exercise

Every morning, as the sun peeked through her , Heather would start her day with the ritual making coffee. This wasn't just any coffee; it a special blend passed down from her grandmother.

chilly morning, as the birds chirped outside, Heather out her favorite mug, and filled her kettle water. With a gentle click, the kettle was to boil. She then took a handful of coffee beans. She placed the ground coffee into French press, an old but cherished piece she . As the water reached a rolling boil, Heather it over the coffee grounds, watching the dark swirl and steam. She waited patiently, letting the steep. Finally, she pressed down the plunger of French press, the resistance familiar and comforting. Pouring rich, steaming coffee into her mug, she added a splash of cream.

Sitting at her kitchen , Heather took her first sip. The coffee was , a blend of past and present, a simple that started her day with warmth and nostalgia.