Small things in life are truly a blessing.

[Her voice might have taken a wry tone, but she wasn't making fun, nor mocking. Not yet. That was for later.]

I take mine black too. And yes, I did. I got a fresh can from the grocery store, and checked it for anything odd.

[She holds up her mug briefly, before taking another sip.]

And this is from the same pot, but I can refresh it in case you think I poisoned it or something.

[She sounds as if she's joking...but isn't.]