First, corporate headquarters isn’t done printing out the lists for which stores it’s closing, and no one has been informed yet (yes I know it’s aggravating for some people I work with, who are planning on moving down to Florida). Secondly, the employees are not being terminated off the bat; they are being relocated to stores nearby. If they cannot be relocated they will receive a severance package and continuing health care coverage. Most companies would just boot you out, but since Starbucks is run by a true mensch and he has to answer to his nagging Jewish mother, he’s not kicking anything, anytime soon.

Third, I know you don’t drink coffee frequently or visit Starbucks that often, but it has been known (for two weeks now) that Starbucks is bringing back the “Bold” coffee selection that will be brewed alongside a different variety of house blend since many people have complained about “Pikes Place Roast.”

I’ll be in the city again soon, so if you are in the mood, you, we could stop by a local store and try out the new brew. Don’t worry, it’s on the house

A good indicator is the decaf coffee test. If you don’t see the point, you’re a user. If you would prefer it with caffeine but still enjoy the qualities of the coffee regardless, you qualify as a coffee lover.