Wireds in, Kaytranada’s house tunes blare through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s Saturday night, and I decided to go to the coffee shop for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I’ve never been to the coffee shop on a Saturday night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s now a date-night goal of mine. Can we grab some coffee?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wear a cute monochromatic fit, sport my new heel booties I just bought. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Decorate my face with a new makeup technique. I knew I forgot something at Dollar Tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“James Joint” extended version plays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I hope it’s not AI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I need this on Apple Music; that would calm my nerves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anyway, I want to be the hot couple that comes through the coffee shop. We start our date with coffee and grab a meal. Catch a movie out in Birmingham. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The night doesn’t end quickly. It’s intentional. Careful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
“what u want” by nomi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s a different type of energy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s lowkey, not fast-paced like Deluxx Fluxx. More chill, less chaotic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
No sticky floors, just wet hands from iced lattes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
College students, random businessmen, couples, families, and randoms like myself trying to catch a vibe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who knew you could catch a vibe at the coffee shop on a Saturday night? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
All I need now is some live music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
*adds to idea list* <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As I sit here, I am trying to find more productive music to listen to. I am compiling it into a playlist for crafting, writing, and all the above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I did my makeup today, and it looks good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s giving Black American Princess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I combed my hair into a fro as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The spirit is calm. I am choosing peace and kindness for a better chance at success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I think those were the ingredients I was missing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, that doesn’t mean push over, used and played.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s handling life with a better grip on control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Control that doesn’t feel rushed, chaotic, or tacky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That requires surrounding myself with people who are part of the purpose and add, not subtract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s rich in taste, and the flavor profile makes sense. My favorite location is the one with free parking; they make the drinks just right, but they close early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A single man was at the coffee shop; why didn’t he grab my number? Was he too scared?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maybe the price tag looks too hefty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Someone got flowers today. That’s sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Would I wear a beret on the first date?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hmm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maybe third or fourth date; he needs to know the plot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Couples going on their first dates, downtown Royal Oak. So, clich\u00e9. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A little more low-key, more options and backup plans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I remember my first date; our styles didn’t match. Well, it may have, but too bad we had to get on the cata. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do college dates really count, or are they character development moments? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I write more at this location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Well, I am pretty single. So, many men came in yesterday at my job. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I think my outfit was too hot, though; I was dressed too well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They couldn’t match the fly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It would require them to step up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I keep a mean shoe on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can he match how I step?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can he?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You know what, I am actually…how do you even say this in the kindest way possible?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“You’re staying in traffic too long. Don’t run out of gas trying to find the perfect approach; come get your girl.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While you keep changing the radio, I am building the song. I am creating, doing the groundwork, creating for longevity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Women need strong men, but dang be sure, and come on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stop the guessing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let me enjoy my coffee ship trip; I can’t manipulate love, right? That’s how I ended up around the counterfeits. If people truly knew my story, they would respect me more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“I beat the odds. My daddy got mUrDered afterall. If only they knew what really happened.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Instead, I embody great style and position myself in high spaces because I am meant for greatness. It’s in my lineage, if you didn’t know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, when you see me achieving great things, know it’s because it was already written. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With love,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
C.Alilijah<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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