I am my father-in-law! When Clinton and I visited his parents' home after we were married, I would see TC drinking his coffee. When he finished, he rinsed out the cup and sat it back by the coffee maker. I wondered then why he did not put it in the dishwasher and get a different cup or mug. They had several.

Forward many years, and to me with my coffee making. I make one pour-over cup of black coffee each morning. Afterward, I sit it on a warmer to keep it hot while I start my day, savoring each sip. I use the same cup/mug (metal) because it works well with the warmer's connectivity. I rinse it out and place it in the cabinet for tomorrow's enjoyment. Thank you, TC, for this labor-free way of drinking my coffee. (note: it does get washed often, just not every day)

I also love that my coffee is stored in one of my parents' containers, which they had in their early marriage. It would be over 75 years old!

Sweet dad memories! John & TC = love for/from me. I was blessed!