Because Life Happens After Coffee
Coffee Shop Review: Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii – Nashville, TN.Location: 1608 21st Ave S Nashville, TN.Visited on: 09/25/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions After my husband’s appointment at the VA hospital, we almost grabbed coffee inside but decided to see what was nearby. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii was less than half…
Coffee & Bookstore Review: The Story Book Cottage – Greenbrier, Tennessee.Location: 2443 US-41 Greenbrier, TN 37073Visited on: 08/23/25 and 09/27/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Story Book Cottage is a charming little bookstore tucked away in Greenbrier. While I’m not much of a book reader myself, my mother-in-law is, and she fell in…
A&J’s Pick-Me-Up-Truck – Ridgetop, Tennessee.Location: Smoke on the Ridge BBQ Contest, Ridgetop, TNVisited on: 09/27/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions I arrived at Smoke on the Ridge around 10:15–10:30 AM needing a serious coffee boost. Among the food trucks and vendors, only one coffee option stood out which was A&J’s Pick-Me-Up-Truck. They immediately…
Coffee Shop Review: Stompin’ Grounds Coffee HouseLocation: 357 E Main St. Hendersonville, TN 37075Visited on: 09/19/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Stompin’ Grounds Coffee House has a charming antiquey style with rustic touches that immediately stood out. Inside, the coffee shop offers several different rooms, each with its own personality and seating options,…
This past weekend we kicked off fall with a trip to the White House Pumpkin Patch on opening day. While I usually review coffee shops, we did grab coffee here (so it counts, right?). It turned out to be such a fun, family-friendly outing that I couldn’t resist sharing. White House Pumpkin Patch is located…
Coffee Shop Review: East Park Donuts & Coffee – Nashville, TN Location: 700 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206Visited on: 09/14/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website A Morning Coffee Stop Before Thrifting Yesterday, after dropping my husband off at the stadium for a football game, I took my mother-in-law and kids to check out a nearby…
Coffee Shop Review: Daily Grind Coffeehouse– Nashville, Tennessee. Location: 3844 Dickerson Pike Nashville, TN 37207Visited on: 08/31/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions Daily Grind in Nashville is a coffee shop with a cool, welcoming vibe. Right away I noticed the huge mural on the side of the building, and an American flag &…
Coffee Shop Review: Just Love Coffee & Cafe Location: 7015 Nolensville Rd Suite 105, Nolensville, TN 37135Visited on: 08/30/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions We stopped by Just Love Cafe in Nolensville and immediately felt the warm welcome. The barista was personable and engaged us in conversation that made the visit feel even…
Coffee Shop Review: Kofee Broz LLC Location: 208 E 8th Ave, Springfield, TNVisited on: 08/22/2025 and 09/3/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions On our first visit to Kofee Broz LLC, it gave off such a cute little spot vibe. Cozy, welcoming, and filled with small-town charm. It immediately felt like more than just…
Coffee Shop Review: Coffee & Chocolate Location: 327 Union Ave, Knoxville, TNVisited on: 07/27/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website Because coffee and chocolate is always the right answer. First Impressions We were road-tripping home from North Carolina to Tennessee when we made a sweet little pit stop in downtown Knoxville. And honestly? It turned into…
Coffee Shop Review: Caliber Coffee Co. Location: 2517 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TNVisited on: 06/30/25Socials: Instagram | Facebook | Website First Impressions After dropping my husband at the airport, I needed a moment. You know the kind where you pause, breathe, and sip something familiar. I pulled into Caliber Coffee on a whim and was immediately…
We braved the rain and drove 40 minutes to Cafe du Burg in Warrensburg, MO — and it was worth it. With creative drink flights, a kid-friendly vibe, and a cozy prayer wall, this coffee shop might be your next favorite detour.