Lauren is fervent about poetry, music and “the coffee shop”. And not just any ole coffee shop will do. She loves an atmosphere where art abounds and musicians bloom. It’s all about ambiance and “beautiful people” (defined as having a beautiful heart) as she likes to say. She seems to be diving right into life here and has already found one of her favorite coffee shops in our little area. Now I’m eager to see just what it is that tickles her fancy.

Last night was open mike night at the coffee shop and she was ready to plunge right in. She’s quite the outgoing one and has never met a stranger. She left the house with her guitar, poetry book and the biggest smile on her face. Most of the songs she shares are straight from her heart and written by her. After her performance the owner invited her to fill an hour spot for Saturday evening and she accepted. We’re definitely going to pay a visit one evening when she’s performing.

Its Bobby’s Friday off and they are off on their weekly date. Bobby’s taking Lauren on a few errands and then to an appointment to get Lauren’s pictures taken. I think it’s so important that they have their time together as they need that bonding time, just the two of them.

For me, Lauren is kinda like having a friend/sister around. Lauren always wants to sit and have lunch together with me at the table. We find great stuff to talk about and I find she’s such a warm young lady with such a great big heart. We’ve also started walking together and the exercise is just what I need. We’re having such a great time with her and I think she plans to stay with us for several weeks if not longer.