Geppetto’s Log - Stardate 112021.1

Off Center Hits the Spot!
Sometimes it’s church.

Lunch yesterday, Patty's Off Center Cafe, was awesome. Roger had the house made veggie burger. I opted for the quesadilla. Equally as wonderful were the conversations bouncing about.

“Who needs a break?” Patty inquired of their staff. To which I replied, “I do.” She didn’t hear me… but Roger did… and he laughed out loud. (LOLd)

There was lots of laughter in the room, talk about daily life and grocery needs all while a customer was on the phone planning a trip to Mexico.

Bob passed by with a Ruben sandwich that looked delicious. Worth noting… the words YUMMY! and HELLO! were drizzled on the buns in 1000 Island!

You couldn’t do this, I thought, if you didn’t love what you do. Gathering and great food brings such joy to community.

As we left we stopped to thank Bob and Patty through the kitchen window.

“Thank YOU.” They said.

“Anything you want me to write about in my next post?” I asked.

“Tell everyone we won’t be here tomorrow. Bob said. We’re headed to church on a Sunday for the first time in seven years.”

You see… Patty’s is short staffed too. Closed on Sundays until more help is in place.

“That’s okay.” I said.

“I’m looking forward to a time when things will be better for all of us. And btw… (as I tapped on the counter)… this right here… is church.”
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Sometimes it’s breakfast.
Sometimes it’s lunch.
Sometimes it’s dinner
Sometimes it’s church.