coffeehouse... where?! I loves me some coffee - I'd come visit, since you're in the 'hood.
But I know what you mean. I've been pulling rabbits out of my hat as far as imagery. I need more shoots and all, but I've also been trying to get some real, steady work... the kind where currency is the form of payment so that debts can be deleted from my list of concerns.
I hope the grant writing subsides for a moment or two and you're able to take in the blossoming spring around here.