Old Dog, New Trick

Did you ever wonder if you really can teach an old dog a new trick? It turns out you can. It works with people, too.

For instance, tonight taught me that putting coffee beans in the basket and trying to make coffee only makes slightly brown water, and turns the beans too soggy to use.

I love munching on coffee beans. Not these; they have the consistency of rubber. Yuck. Note to self: "Don't forget the grinder!"

Distractions and coffee making when you need coffee don't tend to mix.