10/09/2026
Today is . I have not been ok. Not even close.
But, I'm reflecting on just how much this beautiful community means to me. โ๏ธโจ
Over the past year, Iโve walked through some of the hardest and most challenging chapters of my life. It's been heavy.
There were days when finding the drive to keep going felt impossible. Behind the espresso machine and the momentary rushes, Iโve spent the last year navigating a deep period of personal hardship and depression.
Itโs an experience that can make you feel completely isolated. And it's really made me wonder why I'm here. Why I should keep going.
But every single morning, opening the doors to this cafe and seeing your familiar faces keeps me going. My kids are my first and foremost of every decision and step and motivators to just get it done even if they don't show it. As a parent I don't need them to be my cheerleader or emotional support person, just knowing they're being cared for in the best way I know how is everything.
Additionally, my incredible friends who carried me through the toughest times, and you, our regulars who show up for a chat, a smile, or just your daily brew, you have no idea how much you have sustained me.
You didn't just support a small business; you truly kept me driven, anchored, and remind me of the good in the world.
A cafe is so much more than just four walls and coffee beans. Itโs a space for connection. And sometimes, a simple, genuine conversation can be the exact lifeline someone needs. Sometimes that's me. But I'm here for you too.
So today, I want to gently check in with all of you. To our team, our regulars, and anyone reading this: Are you OK?
If youโre going through a quiet storm right now, please know you aren't alone, and our doors are always open if you need a welcoming space.
Let's look out for one another today and every day. ๐
With genuine love and gratitude
Sev x
*If you need support or want to learn how to start a conversation, visit the official R U OK? Website or reach out to Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14.