I enjoyed your story! My favorite fast food place is In-N-Out or a little dive burger joint that was near my wife’s and my first apartment called Rocky Mountain Burgers. The food was cheap and decent, but they had a juke box someone with impeccable 80s and 90s indie rock knowledge has curated.
Sadly, it seemed more like reality than fiction. 🤣
I rarely eat fast food anymore. I live about a mile from a Chick-fil-A. It is insanely popular at lunch time. But I only have it a couple of times per year. Usually when my parents visit from Michigan (where Chick-fil-A is rare and a long drive for them) and they want it. I do like their waffle fries and lemonade. 🤓
I thought it was dark humor, I loved the woman with an oxygen tube needing a cigarette. I like 5 guys for burgers and Chick-fil-A too. Good Job, thanks.
I thought this story was a glimpse into a lonely man's life, and how he needed to go into a brightly lit place and engage someone, anyone, in a conversation that he could control by being ornery and confrontational. The two old women observing his behavior are not at a fancy restaurant, and not in the best of health, but they at least have each other for companionship. I really like this one, Justin. I can see the restaurant and the people in it. On a lighter note, Chick-fil-A is my absolute favorite, too. You can buy the sauce in any grocery store now!!!
Good short story. I have actually heard of incidents like that happening before. And what's sad is that I can understand the man being upset and asking the worker if they know their job. But his behavior is unnecessary also. Because I'm a horror story lover, I can see dark undertones in this story that could lead to a scene of horror. As for my favorite fast food, it would have to be Taco Bell. My least favorite would be Wendy's.
I work nights and was eating a lot of fast food. Mostly Sonic not because it's my favorite but just because it's convenient to me. MorningStar farms makes a non-meat chicken patty they are fantastic. You can buy the Chick-fil-A sauce at the grocery store and buns. I make those and they replace Chick-fil-A for me.
People be crazy. If you told me this was a true story I would absolutely believe you. McDonald's fries and coffee. Burger King chicken sandwich. Wendy's or 5 guys burgers. 🍟☕🍔 We don't have Chick-fil-A around here!
My sister works at McDonald's and with the stories she tells, I imagine this is something that might actually happen! As far as fast food goes, my favorite is Wendy's. I also like Chick-fil-A but there's not one close to me. I'll pass on Burger King every single time.
I see a metaphor here for people today who are angry all the time, a constant state of being. When they can't find anything legitimate to yell about, they will argue about even the most insignificant thing. I see people around them willing to shrug and say, "Oh well, it is what it is, that's life today." I don't know... maybe I need another cup of coffee.... You have me thinking.
I thought it was a funny slice-of-life. My favorite fast food chain is called Ted’s. It’s a hot dog restaurant mostly in Western New York and they have the best hot dogs in the country.
For me, it went from somewhat foreboding (there seemed to be an underlying threat in the guy's behavior and tone) to humorous. Loved the two ladies. You captured all three personalities through their words and the pared-down descriptions. I half expected one of the women to head over to the trash and retrieve the pastries!
Re: the fast food. . . I haven't been to one in decades, but I used to LOVE McDonald's sundaes.
Yes I thought the story had both. Not sure how to interpret it except to say it sounded like another example of customers acting entitled.
My favorite ff used to be Burger King but poor management has ruined it for me. I don’t eat ff much these days, but I’d agree with your choice. I especially like their salads and peppermint shakes at the holidays.
I enjoyed your story! My favorite fast food place is In-N-Out or a little dive burger joint that was near my wife’s and my first apartment called Rocky Mountain Burgers. The food was cheap and decent, but they had a juke box someone with impeccable 80s and 90s indie rock knowledge has curated.
Sadly, it seemed more like reality than fiction. 🤣
I rarely eat fast food anymore. I live about a mile from a Chick-fil-A. It is insanely popular at lunch time. But I only have it a couple of times per year. Usually when my parents visit from Michigan (where Chick-fil-A is rare and a long drive for them) and they want it. I do like their waffle fries and lemonade. 🤓
I thought it was dark humor, I loved the woman with an oxygen tube needing a cigarette. I like 5 guys for burgers and Chick-fil-A too. Good Job, thanks.
I thought this story was a glimpse into a lonely man's life, and how he needed to go into a brightly lit place and engage someone, anyone, in a conversation that he could control by being ornery and confrontational. The two old women observing his behavior are not at a fancy restaurant, and not in the best of health, but they at least have each other for companionship. I really like this one, Justin. I can see the restaurant and the people in it. On a lighter note, Chick-fil-A is my absolute favorite, too. You can buy the sauce in any grocery store now!!!
Good short story. I have actually heard of incidents like that happening before. And what's sad is that I can understand the man being upset and asking the worker if they know their job. But his behavior is unnecessary also. Because I'm a horror story lover, I can see dark undertones in this story that could lead to a scene of horror. As for my favorite fast food, it would have to be Taco Bell. My least favorite would be Wendy's.
I work nights and was eating a lot of fast food. Mostly Sonic not because it's my favorite but just because it's convenient to me. MorningStar farms makes a non-meat chicken patty they are fantastic. You can buy the Chick-fil-A sauce at the grocery store and buns. I make those and they replace Chick-fil-A for me.
People be crazy. If you told me this was a true story I would absolutely believe you. McDonald's fries and coffee. Burger King chicken sandwich. Wendy's or 5 guys burgers. 🍟☕🍔 We don't have Chick-fil-A around here!
My sister works at McDonald's and with the stories she tells, I imagine this is something that might actually happen! As far as fast food goes, my favorite is Wendy's. I also like Chick-fil-A but there's not one close to me. I'll pass on Burger King every single time.
I see a metaphor here for people today who are angry all the time, a constant state of being. When they can't find anything legitimate to yell about, they will argue about even the most insignificant thing. I see people around them willing to shrug and say, "Oh well, it is what it is, that's life today." I don't know... maybe I need another cup of coffee.... You have me thinking.
I thought it was a funny slice-of-life. My favorite fast food chain is called Ted’s. It’s a hot dog restaurant mostly in Western New York and they have the best hot dogs in the country.
For me, it went from somewhat foreboding (there seemed to be an underlying threat in the guy's behavior and tone) to humorous. Loved the two ladies. You captured all three personalities through their words and the pared-down descriptions. I half expected one of the women to head over to the trash and retrieve the pastries!
Re: the fast food. . . I haven't been to one in decades, but I used to LOVE McDonald's sundaes.
Yes I thought the story had both. Not sure how to interpret it except to say it sounded like another example of customers acting entitled.
My favorite ff used to be Burger King but poor management has ruined it for me. I don’t eat ff much these days, but I’d agree with your choice. I especially like their salads and peppermint shakes at the holidays.