“I'm sure you don't remember me because so many people come through the line. I drove up to come and get a Java Chip frappuccino, which isn't even offered anymore, because I couldn't stop crying. My brother is in the hospital and my phone was blowing up with notifications from my work chats. I had just walked out of the office because I started crying in front of my manager and she told me to go home, get some rest. You made it so easy when I asked if I could get a Java Chip frappuccino and just custom-added it in the system in the blink of an eye. My sister used to work for Starbucks when I was in high school and came home with them all the time because they were my favorite. I haven't had one in almost 10 years, but I really needed one today. This is the first interaction this week that I could get through without crying in front of a stranger. Thank you. It tastes exactly the same.“
“I went in around 8:30 PM, which is pretty close to closing. Haven’t been to a Starbucks in a while to get a drink, but I wanted to see if they would make me a fun drink without coffee or tea. Even though I came in a bit later, the service was quick and friendly. I asked if I they would make me a concoction without coffee or tea. She happily did so. I wish I got her name. Now I’m sitting in my car, snow falling, with a warm fun drink. I know it’s corny, but this is what I needed after a crazy week.
Side note, they remodeled this Starbucks, it’s a bit smaller now. The atmosphere was still welcoming, but a little less cozy than I remember. There’s less seating, I probably wouldn’t go here to stay and chill.“