If you are not wet because of the rain, you probably will get wet because of the humidity. Malaysia, and countries around the region share a similar tropical climate. Whether it is hot or wet weather; there is humidity. Our humid weather causes us to perspire. That is not great. An example is when you have showered / had a bath and is getting ready for an official engagement. However, before you can even leave your house, you are perspiring. Your clothes may be drenched in your perspiration. Looking your best is no longer the preferred option.

The year started off with very hot days, the sun scorching, sparing nothing in its way. Though we, here in Malaysia; are accustomed to hot weather; long lengths of hot weather has become a concern as temperatures hit 38 deg Celsius.

Now, as we get closer to the middle of the year, we have been experiencing heavy rain… like nobody’s business. (1) There I said it – I wanted to use that idiom- an old one, not heard too often these days. Cities and towns are facing flash floods. Subang Jaya, a lightning city, is putting on one of its best lightning performances. We are fortunate not to be in an area commonly affected by floods.

This afternoon, the weather was fine, though rain clouds could be seen forming and gathering together in the distance, to create a big downpour. I managed to swing by to Good Ground Bakery for coffee, before heading off to pick Jeannie and Laura up from work.

As I walked in the door, I got the usual cheerful greeting from Monique, “Hi, Welcome!” Monique is the PR (Public Relations) person for the bakery. A waitress cum cashier, she’s perfect for the role of PR. “Would you like to try our latest pastry offering?” She promotes their pastries with pride. “Thank you, come again”, you can hear her voice as a customer leaves the bakery / cafe.

I ordered an americano hot, from Joanne, the up and coming barista. She takes great pride in making sure that each and every drink that she makes is the best. She is always striving to make them better.

The bakery / cafe was near seating capacity full, as usual. I managed to get a table at the corner in front, next to the door. I was in here yesterday, with my wife, Jeannie; for a short while. Jeannie and I love Joanne’s Calamansi Cooler drink. Monique had suggested we try their latest – pineapple scones. We said we will definitely try it the next time, we come.

The next time is today. The tray of pineapple scones on the shelf in the pastry cabinet looked so good. I had to have one, at least one. I asked Monique for a pineapple scone.

I like Good Ground because I can work and I can relax and chill at the same time. I can get much done here. I see other people come here and work, too. Or simply, to read a book. I think it is because it offers a very pleasant experience. Nice.

Sarah, the baker-in chief and owner of Good Ground Bakery, has done it again. Her cranberry scones put Good Ground Bakery as the place for the best scones in the city. The scone on its own, is fabulous. You have a choice of butter or jam or both, to add to the scones, if you like.

Now, the pineapple scones, definitely reaffirms that Good Ground Bakery, as always, is The place for scones, including the rest of the pastries they have and great beverages, both hot and cold.

It was soon time for me to be on my way to pick Jeannie and Laura up. I will be back again, soon, bringing Jeannie to try the pineapple scones and for me to have it again. 😋

It was a good afternoon for coffee.

NOTES:
1. idiom. informal. : very well or quickly or in very large amounts. She can design computer programs like nobody’s business. It’s been raining like nobody’s business.