I had been to a conference in Thiruvananthapuram, and it was my first visit to the city, though I had been to other parts of Kerala several times. After the conference, I had a day off for myself, for I had my plans not knowing yet on where to make it happen. As strange as it sounds, but truer. I had carried my printed novels for editing with a highlighter, colored pens, pencil, scale, small cards and everything else that is required. I checked out of my room (I had to by 11.00 am) not knowing where to head next. I had a bus to catch at 9.00 pm and I had all day waiting for me to throw in some excitement.
I had expected it to be a sunny day like the previous but the rain had surprised me. I had to surprise back to maintain the natural order. I checked out with small luggage that I had carried and run towards the nearest shelter. I could see that it was a coffee house ( Turf Café and Bistro ) but looked like nothing that from outside. I, however, took steps inside with no further thoughts standing there in awe for what I saw.

I really did not want a coffee. However, hoping that the rain would stop, I started looking for something very minimal from the menu, something for 30-45 mins. I ordered a vanilla cream coffee (not sure if that exactly was the name) and sat there with balminess, looking at every corner, which gave welcoming hospitality to the much-needed stranger like me. Then, after around 10 minutes while when the order is almost about to arrive, I have this lighting moment.
“Sir, can I sit here all day long, maybe till 7.00 pm and do my works?”
“Yes, sir. You can take *that* seat!”
“Thank you.”
“I hope you will order something!”
“Definitely. I am going to have my lunch, snacks, and everything else here!”
“Sure, sir.”
“Thanks a lot!”
That is what led to one of my best days ever! I spent my whole day, working with my novel edits. There was also Mr. Bean series being played on a large screen which for me, was incredible writing support. The food was delicious and so were the staff around. I liked the menu and the smiles they offered. That day, for me, was a bliss. I am sure that every writer or a reader like me would agree that there is nothing more beautiful than this.

Creative spaces~
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Truly that! 🙂
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Ambience matters a lot….it just brings the right mood…
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True. 🙂 Much!
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The cafe looks pretty awesome, Prakash and so nice to be sitting and writing which is so beautiful. Even I have written short stories and have named my book as Over a Warm Cup of Tea. Hope to bring it out in a month or two.
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True that! 🙂
oh, wow! Good luck. 🙂
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Thanks Prakash.
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Glad to know you had a great day at the café! Inviting place indeed!
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🙂 It was yay!
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Isn’t it interesting that your surrounding calmed you in a way that you were able to sit there for long and did your creative work?
I like environment in the pictures and more than anything else I like what you say about Mr. Bean. It was a great writing support for you 🙂
All the best with your writing projects!
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Yeah. It was calm and warm. 🙂
Thank you so much.. 🙂
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Oh Prakash what a divine little Cafe you found! Like the Universe planned the rain to give you a lovely place to read & edit & write….
And the staff were lovely to accomodate you as they did. We need MORE of this kindness in the world.
Thank you for sharing your day at the Cafe with us….it warmed our hearts as it warmed yours.
Sherri-Ellen & BellaDharma too
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True that. I felt it was all destined. 🙂
Thank you so much. It was a beautiful experience. 🙂
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I agree with you about Destiny! Totally meant to be! 🙂
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That looks cozy!
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Was, was! 🙂 Thank you.. 🙂
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