The Ritual of the Morning Latte

Daily writing prompt

Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life.

There’s a lot to be said for the grand gestures of joy—vacations, milestones, champagne on a Tuesday. But the thing that reliably lights up my life, no matter the weather, the inbox, or the lunar phase?

Making my morning latte.

I’m not talking about slapping together some sad, scalded brew and pouring it into a chipped mug while dodging emails and existential dread. No. This is a ceremony. A practice. A sacred moment of frothy, caffeinated divinity.

The milk gets frothed like it’s auditioning for a cloud modeling agency. The espresso shot is pulled like a string of rich, molten gold. And the cup? Always my favorite one—the heavy ceramic one with just the right lip. I curl my fingers around it like a spell, breathe in that first warm whiff, and sip. Eyes closed. Silence. Bliss.

That first sip brings me back to myself. It reminds me that life doesn’t always need fireworks. Sometimes, it just needs foam.

In a world full of noise and chaos, this tiny ritual is my anchor. My reset. My daily whisper of “you’ve got this.”

So no, it’s not a grand event. It’s not an Instagram-worthy milestone. But it is a moment that makes my soul sigh with joy. And sometimes, that’s more than enough.

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Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence.

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