e-Mag Just 'Cuz You are Not A Model...  By Jessica, LM4C Member Reflections on My Coffeehouse Photo Session What girl doesn't primp with pride at the thought of being professionally photographed in a steamy setting? For some reason, the naturally inviting, shadow-filled atmosphere of the coffee shop is naturally suited for bringing out our photogenic side. Some of us, myself included, may feel as though we don't photograph all that well... Probably something harkening back to our childhood photography sessions. Even if you believe yourself to be somewhat unpretentious in the realm of photographic reproduction, this is a service that will appeal to you. These people at Let's Meet4 Coffee are amazing! Now, I'm not one to shy away from any limelight, so to me, this opportunity to be photographed by a professional was impossible to resist. I've spent years loving myself on camera in an effort to comfort a low self-esteem. And yes, I tend to appear somewhat vain as a coping mechanism. But regardless of ego or lack thereof, I couldn't have been more impressed and awed by the turnout of my coffeehouse photo session. ... doesn't mean you can't be photographed like one! The photo's surprised me, and actually had me believing I was one hot chick after being pushed and prodded into 'natural' poses. I met Marco, the photographer, for my session at Jackson's Java-- Huntersville. At first I felt slightly stiff and awkward, but his sense of humor soon put me at ease. Surrounded by the  aromatic waves around me, the caffeine rush infused my blood stream and I became completely swept up into the whole model-shoot. I truly did feel like a high profile model. With all of the attention being lavished on me, not only from the photographer, but the passersby's as well... I actually starting believing I was someone famous and important.  (If they only knew, lol!) Surprised, I was upset when all it all ended. For a brief moment, I did feel as though I was gliding down a red carpet or in some lavish, contemporary L.A. studio. Feeling like a famous movie-star or actress certainly has its  self-esteem boosts!  I had a natural high for several days and this was all a subsequential result of joining Let's Meet4 Coffee! When I saw the portrait featured on the website (Featured Members), I was so elated that I forwarded the link to everyone in my email address book. Call it vain, but I wanted to bask in the glow my 'modeling' experience.  I couldn't be happier. It's quite rare to be photographed by a professional who can turn everyday into glamorous.   The Daily Grind    By Jessica, LM4C Member Like most average people my age, I've organized my life into a predictable pattern that makes each day pass smoothly. Living in a city, I find myself constantly surrounded by new faces, personalities, and endless opportunities. However, it's rare for me to actually connect with someone on a personal level that I crave, during the everyday scene. Laundry, food shopping, and of course, downtime at coffee shops... My time is spent in a conventional routine that defines me. I've never thought of any of these daily haunts to be a golden opportunity. Until now... A combination of flavor-filled venues that are blended with the active crowd in mind, Let's Meet4 Coffee is a full-service dating company that caters to one and all. In this everyday jungle, finding that I can fit one more thing into my daily routine, makes my life that much easier. 'Grinding your way to happiness' has suddenly become more than just a cheesy catch phrase. It's a hot and steamy approach to finding a soul mate in an eclectic venue close to home. In the world of online dating, 'venti-skim-no fat-no whip,' deadlines due yesterday and loss of the 401K... trust is something that's difficult to find. You have to ask yourself how realistic that person on the other side of the computer screen is making themselves out to be. You run the potential risk of becoming stalked... or worse; when hooking-up with some yahoo hopeful from such-and-such website. Society demands efficiency It's hard to bump into the Mr. or Ms. Right... And the chances of that morning hangover disappearing quicker than the loser you dragged home last night is pretty slim. Bar hopping and tequila shooting has it's fun, but is it really the way to meet the potential parent of your children? The safety and security of online dating is a must. To know what your getting into, and requiring as much complete honesty in another person is a standard that's suddenly being met. For anyone else as exhausted of the games, the artifice and the bull, this aromatic blend of connecting couldn't have come sooner! Any comments, contributions or musings...