It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But when you have pies to bake, presents to buy, that one family member you’re nervous to see, so many get togethers to attend, AND you need to book a Christmas photoshoot, plan outfits, and hope your kids cooperate… it doesn’t always feel so wonderful. Allow me […]

The guests were seated. The music sprang to life as it jumped from the speakers…

“Clean Shirt. New Shoe.
And I don’t know where I’m going to.
Silk suit. Black Tie.
And I don’t need a reason why-y-y.

“She’s going to bring me down the aisle in chains. Take them off when we get to the front. And then at the end of the ceremony, she will give them to Tiffany who will put them back on and then we will go back down the aisle.”

“So, we’re actually already married but nobody knows.”

“We’re expecting.”

It’s 2pm. The effects of your morning cup of coffee have long worn off. You could go to Dutch Bros & get your usual iced Golden Eagle but– no. As much as you love routine, you need to do SOMETHING new today. So you Google “coffee shops near me” and that’s when you see it. A skull enveloped in a dark magenta floral….

Darkbloom Coffee Company

86 E Sherman St. Lebanon, OR