It's raining Cats and Dogs....

Well things are completely upside down right now. With all the news about multi million dollar AIG bonuses (bailout? we don't need no stinkin' bailout...we're giving out bonuses), a struggling global economy, a shrinking (and redefined) middle class and a suffering (yet still indulgently opulent) upper class, omnibus bills that promise financial stability (what credit freeze), debt relief (follow the rainbow said St. Patrick), increased taxes (energy will be a big one), programs and jobs (don't nail me down on a date), the Dow crashing (to 1997 levels), the Dow on a four day recovery (is the recession over?), (add anything you'd like in this space and follow it with a sarcastic quip)......Celeste and I decided to sell our home, grow our family, start a new business, and partner in a non profit. What's that old saying about a Carp?

Well it appears that despite all the turbulent rapids out there, people still find stretches of calm water to enjoy their favorite cup of coffee. Regardless of their motivation, we appreciate their discerning taste and generous support. We currently have customers from ten different states ordering our coffee. Those that have received orders have noticed that we try to ship in recycled boxes from our warehouse. If you get one of these boxes and can ship something else in it, please do so. Let us know about it and I'll post the story under the title "Journey of a Recycled Box." The wholesale side of our business is growing every month. If you know of a coffee shop you think would appreciate our freshly roasted beans and high level of customer service, please send me an email (or call).

E3 Collaborative, the non profit, is moving along nicely. While waiting patiently to hear about grant awards we are working to set our strategy for the next five years. More announcements will come when appropriate.

Here's to a hot cup of Mobjack Java....Cheers!