3 AM Coffee Thoughts: Jetlag, Faith, and the Crazy Story of How Humanity Discovered Coffee
Hey everyone, it's early in the morning and I'm wide awake in Clinton, Mississippi. Jetlag hit me like a truck – seven-hour time difference from Germany means my body thinks it's time for lunch while everyone else is sleeping. They say it takes about one day per hour to adjust, so I've got a whole week of these early mornings ahead of me.
But honestly? Sitting here in the kitchen with my good old cappuccino mug, there's something peaceful about having the world to myself at this hour.
Early Morning Realizations
Niklas was already up too, heading out for a walk (smart guy knows what to do with jetlag). Meanwhile, I'm here planning my day and realizing something important – how you start your morning sets your entire mindset. You need to do something that makes you feel like you accomplished something, even if it's small.
Writing this blog at 5 AM? That counts.
My coaches at Mississippi College always told me to trust God with the journey, and I'm trying to lean into that faith more. Whatever happens in these next two months, I'm just part of a bigger story. There's comfort in knowing that even when things don't work out, there's still love and purpose in it all.
The Wild Story of Coffee Discovery
Speaking of morning thoughts – I've got this coffee newsletter sitting next to me called "Brew Better Coffee at Home," and it got me thinking about something mind-blowing: how did humanity even discover coffee in the first place?
Picture this: someone thousands of years ago walking through the woods, sees these red cherries, and thinks "I'll try that." But wait, there's a hard seed inside. So they put it in the sun to dry. Then someone gets the crazy idea to roast these seeds. Then crush them. Then add hot water.
And THEN – this is where it gets wild – someone decided to add cow milk. Not just any milk, but specifically 3% fat content because the more fat, the better it tastes. The evolution from "weird forest berry" to "perfectly crafted cappuccino" is absolutely insane when you really think about it.
(Though let's draw the line at mushroom coffee – some innovations go too far.)
The Science Behind the Magic
What really blows my mind is how scientific coffee has become. This newsletter breaks down everything – water temperature, pressure, grind size, extraction ratios. You can control acidity, sweetness, body, everything. We've turned this accidental forest discovery into precise science.
When I started this coffee blog, I thought "Oh cool, lots of topics to write about." And that's true – I could literally write forever about different brewing methods, bean origins, roasting techniques. But that's not really what I want to do.
Why I Really Write About Coffee
Here's the thing – I don't want to just throw random coffee facts at you or research topics for the sake of content. I want to tell you why I love coffee and why I think everyone should love it too. It's not just about the caffeine or even the taste. It's about the ritual, the comfort, the way it connects us to something bigger.
Coffee is part of life, part of culture, part of human connection. When I write about it, I'm not just writing about a beverage – I'm writing about moments like this one, sitting alone at 5 AM, feeling grateful and contemplative and ready to face whatever comes next.
Consistency Over Perfection
Moving forward, I want to focus on consistency rather than perfection. Instead of stressing about finding the perfect topic or doing extensive research, I just want to share my thoughts and experiences as they happen. Real moments, honest reflections, and genuine love for this crazy drink that somehow became central to human culture.
Maybe that's what the best coffee writing is anyway – not the most technical or polished, but the most authentic and present. Like having a conversation with a friend over coffee, except I'm having it with all of you at 5 AM while fighting jetlag.
Present Moment Gratitude
Sitting here in this quiet kitchen, I'm reminded that there are people facing much more difficult life stages than jetlag and job uncertainty. There's something to be grateful for in these simple moments – good coffee, peaceful mornings, the luxury of time to think and write.
These early morning hours might be my body's confused response to crossing time zones, but they're also a gift. Extra time to be present, to reflect, to appreciate the small things that make life good.
The Journey Continues
So that's my 5 AM coffee philosophy session. No grand revelations, no perfect brew recipes – just honest thoughts from someone who loves coffee enough to write about it while half the world is sleeping.
Tomorrow (or later today, technically) I'll probably be back to normal schedules and typical blog topics. But right now, I'm content with this quiet moment, this familiar mug, and the reminder that sometimes the best writing happens when you're not trying to write anything specific at all.
Thanks for joining me for these early morning coffee thoughts. May your next cup be exactly what you need, whether it's at 5 AM or a more reasonable hour.
What's your favorite time of day for coffee? Are you a early morning person or do you prefer afternoon coffee breaks? Let me know in the comments.
Written at 5 AM in Clinton, Mississippi, fueled by jetlag and gratitude.