I have a little secret: I love to flirt—harmlessly, of course! My husband and I both appreciate the little surprises that keep our relationship exciting. Today was one of those days where I couldn’t resist stirring things up just a bit.

I went to a local coffee shop for my usual morning treat—a steaming latte. As I waited in line, I noticed a handsome man ahead of me, engrossed in his phone. He seemed stressed, his brows furrowed in concentration. When it was my turn, I stepped forward with a smile and playfully said to the barista, “I’ll have whatever he’s having. It looks like he knows the secret to good coffee!”

The man looked up, surprised, and laughed, his tense expression instantly melting. “I was just getting a plain black coffee,” he said with a warm smile. “Nothing too exciting, I’m afraid.”

“Perfect,” I replied, “I could use a simple, strong boost today.” We chatted for a moment, comparing notes on the best coffee shops in town and sharing a laugh about the complexity of coffee orders. It was a fleeting connection, nothing more than a friendly exchange, but the lightness lingered.

When I returned home, coffee in hand, my husband was there, grinning. I told him the whole story, and he chuckled. “You and your coffee shop escapades!” he teased. It’s these small moments that add a bit of fun to our daily lives—tiny reminders that playfulness never grows old. And you know what? That coffee tasted even better than usual.