As the sweet aroma of freshly baked bread wafts into my room, I am awakened from my slumber, knowing that my mom is working her magic in the kitchen. The scent explodes my sensory systems. A faint hint of butter and spices, the sharp, distinct smell of matcha powder, all coming together to create a mouth-watering experience that draws me out of my bedrooms in my pajamas early on a Sunday morning. The smell of freshly baked matcha rolls is my natural alarm clock—this is the pure delightful feeling that I am blessed with.
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