When my daughter was starting ‘big’ school this month (post nursery days), I was dreading the even earlier wake-up times. The household now rises by 6 am sharp, and she is out of the house with her father within 45 frantic minutes.

However, there is a silver lining to this new schedule. I don’t leave for work till 8.45 am, and I get a delicious slice of ‘me time’; a whole two hours to myself in a quiet, empty apartment.

After a quick shower, I use this time to catch up with my reading over a nice hot cup of coffee.

Habibi, let’s discuss your drama after I’ve had my coffee.

My quirky, cool cup from Orange Boxy says it all! #morningquote

Here I am with my cuppa, with no interest in the dramas that are to unfold for the day. My coffee, my elixir for the day, fuels me with positivity.

This gorgeous cup print was created by pop artist and designer Maria Iqbal, and the reverse side has an Arabesque ‘habibti’ who looks very ‘pop art’.

I got this quirky cup from Orange Boxy.

Orange Boxy is my latest online shopping find, and I’m so glad they are based in the UAE itelf! They curate the coolest, quirkiest accessories, as well as fashion-wear, and delivery within the UAE is completed within 2 to 3 working days. Best of all, you can conveniently pay cash on delivery.

Find them on Facebook or view their awesome collections on Instagram.

Habibi, I am now ready to discuss your drama 🙂