Collie's relaxing time at Lake Huron in Port Austin, and blazing scarlet sunset.

 I went to Port Austin in Michigan one day by myself to give me a rest.

I went in Lake Huron to swim a little.

Most of the water was nice clear blue...but some near the beach was green matcha color. It seemed a little cloudy..but I think it was still safe and clean. I think because the wind and waves were causing some turbulence and moving sediment under water.

It was all beautiful and relaxing. I really enjoyed one or two hours.

Good night, Rose.

From Collie, with love.

Instagrammable Oat Latte & Carrot Cake @TONER TOKYO

 I visited a neighboring cafe I'd been curious about for a while since I passed it by on a walk.

Oat Latte  &  Carrot Cake from Today's Sweets @TONER TOKYO

How instagenic! Although I'm not on Instagram... The stylishly monotone interior is unified with gray-smoke texture and it gives us a feel of comfort, yet sophistication. Check it out if you have Instagram --> @toner_tokyo

TONER is still new. It started here from Mar.27th, 2021. It opens from 8:30 a.m. so how about a good start of the day, feeling a cool fresh air in the morning?

This is the most elegant Carrot Cake I've seen ever..! Look at how finely cheese cream is decorated on top! The cake was somewhat fluffy different from a usual dense type. 

Mine is made using oat milk. The mild tasty latte is not only gentle for my health, but also my heart.

This modern, stylish cafe is versatile, like, for a breakfast, lunch, break, and even as a bar at night.

A coffee cup is unique. A round, thin, and smooth cup seems to be a signature at TONER. Each coffee is freshly brewed to order using a pour over. I am impressed that a cup is put on the small warming plate while the coffee liquid drains into a cup through the coffee filter. 

If you have a chance to visit TONER, sit back and enjoy a cup of coffee made with care!

Good day, Rose xx

night scene of the riverside buildings in Gotanda

I'm visiting my secret tranquil spot from time to time.

Something in my life made me feel like going that place.  Here we go!

Looking at the blue sky lifted my spirits. It's so hot today too!

Walking further alongside the Meguro River, I came to this place again. 

I like the comfortable breeze here.  It's like I'm in another world. 

The other day, I had a lunch here with a sushi bowl and canned sparkling wine that I bought nearby. The thing is, while I was taking a walk, I got sooo starving!   

I will come back here again.  I found peacefulness in a big city.  This is my secret tranquil spot.