Maitreya 2015

Today, working in my cafe, a bright little moment that cheered my internally gloomy mood...
A new regular came in and asked for her coffee. I remember her from her first visit because she looks interesting and familiar amongst our otherwise pretty straight and corporate clientele. Suits and ambos and doctors and nurses, and this cool looking one with her tatts and specs and unruly hair, her bright eyes and that smile.
During the transaction of coffee and money, she notices my wrist band from last year's Maitreya festival, and says, "That was a fun party."
"Have you seen the photos of the new site?" I ask.
"No, but I'm excited because I hear there is water."
We talk for a bit more. I like her smile and her happy eyes, and I wonder if some day soon, we might be friends.