Harvard Square in the Morning

After celebrating a great friend's birthday at The Precinct Bar last night I was looking forward to an early morning coffee in Harvard Square.

This is something I started doing a few summers ago when I was living in Watertown. Harvard Square was a quick 10 minute bike ride from my house and when I was on summer vacation I started going into the Square every morning for coffee. Back then I used to grab my coffee and head over to Winthrop Park, the small "park" area in front of Upstairs on the Square, or JFK Park behind the Charles Hotel. I would enjoy my coffee and do some summer reading. These spots were fine but one day I happened to walk through Harvard Yard and found the perfect place to spend my mornings. Outside the large library is a small courtyard with wrought iron tables and chairs. Ever since I have spent most of my summer vacation mornings, and many fall weekend mornings, there. I relish the calm and tranquility.

There used to be a time when spending any time in Harvard Square meant a 20 minute car ride, a 30 minute train ride, and $8.50 in parking and fees. Having the ability to spend so many mornings, and afternoons and evenings, in Harvard Square is something I treasure and not something I want to ever waste.

Here's to a summer filled with Harvard Square memories!