On the road
Posted on September 2, 2006 - Filed Under Uncategorized
Well, right now I am on the road back ‘home’ to Fletcher after having dropped Erin, Maggie, and the animals off with Erin’s parents in Florida. I rented a car to come back; good for me, they did not have any compact or economy cars (which is what I reserved because I don’t have much need for amenities…just get me there, with as little money out of my pocket as possible), so I got upgraded to a Monte Carlo. It’s actually a pretty nice car–fast enough and very comfortable.
So, I am on the backside of stopping somewhere in South Carolina. I needed to eat but wasn’t interested in fast food. I was going to try to make it home for under $10 (not including the cost of gas) but my aforementioned temporary aversion to fast food sort of ruined that. So, when I saw the highway-side sign for a place Jasper’s Porch, I figured I’d give it a go. The subtitle of ‘Lakeside Dining’ added to the allure. It looked from the front but once I stepped inside, I began to have my doubts. The hostess briefed me that the buffet was $7.95; not necessarily being a buffet person (although the variety and ‘more bang for your buck’ aspects do appeal to me), I didn’t jump on that. After looking at the spread, I was very glad I didn’t. Fried chicken and pork chops for meat, mac ‘n cheese and rice for carbs, some cooked to hell and back veggies, minimal salad offering, and a few desserts. Pretty disappointing, although I am in the south, so the chicken may have been worth price by itself. Anyway, I decided on the burger. The really unfortunate thing–it took me about 15 minutes to place my order due to lack of attention from a server (the hostess actually took my order). Once the food got to me, I was pleased as the burger was pretty good. The best thing happened as I was finishing up. The restuarant is indeed beside some water, although I wouldn’t call it a lake. Anyway, at one point, I look out to the water and what do I see? A six foot aligator–I wish I had had the camera with me. I don’t believe I have ever seen a real gator, so that was pretty cool. All and all, I should have just gone to Hooters.
Well, Erin is settling in for the next five weeks. I hope all goes well; it’s going to be quite an adjustment. Being out of her element, I am sure she would appreciate a phone call or two from those of you who have her cell phone number; she would probably like to hear from friends.
I better get back on the road. I’ve still got a good amount of driving to do before the end of the day.
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Sorry no camera for the gater- maybe i can get a pix down here.
Well, as much as we want Maggie to be close to nature, take care when trying to get that picture. I hear that the alligator community regards babies as good eatin’.