![]() So for those of you who are bound and determined to judge me. YES I do understand that brunch was DESIGNED for you to celebrate life a little and take things a little slower. Am I really even a Marine? Do I not understand the importance of mimosas and bloody marys for making civilization function? Do I not appreciate a carefully and attentively prepared cocktail? YES. and they aren't ashamed to actually enjoy the company of other "waiting for joy" club members. WHO DOES THAT?!?! Well, I am pleased to say that Hash House A Go Go patrons do. People who were waiting to get in to the place were even visiting with each other. in the middle of one of the strangest (not a negative thing. the guests give off the same level of enthusiasm and warmth as the restaurant. but when you see nothing but smiles and genuine, friendly and welcoming people. and there was a nice level of revelry and cheer. Old Marine Corps training kicks in and I start feeling a little vulnerable and a little claustrophobic. What a gregarious place!!! Look, I am quiet, I am shy and I don't like packed places. Hadn't even bothered to look it up and find out more about it. and I tend to be a little snooty when going to a place I have never been before. but as luck would have it, the Heitmans decided that they wanted to have breakfast and introduce me to Hash House A Go Go. heck, I would do the cooking before I would let any RESTAURANT prepare a meal for us. these two are great people who I really enjoy the company of and I would travel hundreds of miles to break bread with these two. ![]() And there is a special lady named Paula Heitman who taught me Marketing for the Theatre and her husband also became a close friend. Well, I tend to be a little soft on my teachers. I am still in because I am honored to serve with these young men and women who believe in ideals and are willing to back it up personally). but I am still serving so I try to keep that whole hero-appreciation under wraps. some people see volunteers in our Armed Forces and our first-responders as heroes (I do too!. Some people see a hero as an athlete that excels in their sport. I rarely get a chance to go out and dine with my personal heroes.
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