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Jul 4Liked by Jen Roberts

Salmon ceviche...my mouth is watering! I actually enjoy dining alone

I can read my book and people watch to my heart's content.

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Me too. I've grown to love it and even prefer it most of the time. Where is your place in Mexico? Let me know if you're ever in Mexico City. I can show you around. My mom seems to think you and I have a lot in common. :)

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Jul 5Liked by Jen Roberts

We very well may! I haven't traveled much yet outside the US, but I am now in a situation where I can, so I will be checking off the bucket list! I am a coffee addict. I roasted my own beans for a while, but got away from doing that whilst living in an rv. Now that I m stationary, I will have to find myself another WhirlyPop. Your mom and I had a lot of fun as kids. She was a blast and just a little wild...I have a couple of stories...

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Jun 30Liked by Jen Roberts

I have dine alone so many times as a green coffee sales rep. In the beginning I wouldn't go to a restaurant alone. Sounded like the weirdest thing to me. And one day, I had a long and tiring day in Dublin and this grandiose Italian restaurant was right across the corner from my hotel. I had no-one to enjoy it with.... so I decided I deserved a treat. Ordered a lobster dish and wine.

Dining alone (in a restaurant)is a very different experience then eating with people. It forced you to be deeply in the present moment and to have an introspective experience. Sometimes it is just what you need.

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Seems like our experiences are similar. It is introspective, as is much of my life these days. ❤️☕️ Thanks for sharing, Gaby!

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Jun 29Liked by Jen Roberts

Love this! I love dining alone ;)

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This is why we're friends. Kindred spirits.

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This was a treat to read and YAY, I’m so glad you reclaimed the joy + art of dining alone!!! I also despise restaurants that treat solo customers like second class citizens when they want to dine alone!

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Thanks, Aimerance! Agreed. Agreed. :)

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