I am Jessica and I am an addict.  It has been seven days since my last Starbuck's bar drink.  The first week was the hardest.
I'm in no way making fun of those with serious addictions and I am in no way kidding. I was/am literally addicted to vanilla mochas and mocha fraps.  I easily spent 90% of my "fun money" at Starbucks.  Was it fun? Did I enjoy it? Yes, but still.  I was hitting Starbucks twice a day and I don't have to tell you how quickly that adds up.  I've decided that I can have coffee, even Starbucks coffee, but I had to get it in check.
So, for weeks I attempted to replicate the mocha. WEEKS! I tried everything I thought might work, but no luck.  Finally, I got guidance from my barista.  Seriously, why didn't I ask before? Now, I cannot find my espresso maker because it is in a box and I had to improvise a bit.  After a bit of guidance I finally did it!  Each day it improved.  This morning, it is perfect! Now, I can add the whip!  Since I have labored over this for weeks, I will be happy to share my recipe with anyone who wants it.  Email me at jesstadlock@gmail.com 
Aside from that, we have been up to quite a bit lately.  We went camping this past weekend.  I am taking a photography class.  All things I'd like to elaborate on, but I have to get to work. Bleah!  I'll check back. Hopefully, it won't be another month! :)