Mugging for the camera

One of the things I look forward to every weekend morning is getting up and having a hot, steaming mug of coffee (I'm partial to Folger's or Dunkin' Donuts blend). I sit at the settee in the dining room in the winter, or on the back deck in one of the chaises that overlooks the backyard. With a stack of that week's shelter magazines I have a calm, easy moment of zen before I start the day's breakfast and chores.
And one of the reasons that moment is so enjoyable is that years ago I found the absolute perfect coffee mug to go with it.

It's made by a company called Hartstone Pottery based in Zanesville, Ohio.

I don't even remember where I found it, but I liked it so much I bought three more over the years to supplement my collection. They are a good size; they hold a good amount of liquid which is great if you hate getting up all the time to go top off your mug's worth. They're heavy and sturdy too. The heft of them is substantial, they feel good in your hand. But the best part is the 'mouth feel'...the glaze and top rim fit perfectly to your lips. They make all sorts of patterns, and most veer to the "country kitschy" side, so I've stuck to the garden vegetable pattern, not too-too cornball. Definitely grab one for yourself, you won't be sorry if you're a coffee lover. Here's their website.