Is it just me?

Why is it that every time I go into a Starbucks (or even a Second Cup Coffee shop!) I can't seem to order a simple coffee to go? Why do I feel like I need a degree in coffeeology just to place an order? And why does it cost me an arm and a leg?! And don't get me started on the tip jar! A tip for a coffee that I still have to add sugar and cream to?

Please sir, all I want is large double double for the change I have in my pocket ... how simple was that?

Thank God for Tim Hortons.