Cynical Ridiculous and Pathetic, aka "A Bronxboy Ranting": "Nice"

Every now and then, something good or something nice comes around. Tonight I am going to do something so unlike me and that is to say something nice about something or someone. I am getting nervous simply thinking about doing this, but what the fuck. Why Not ? Still debating, but WTF, here goes.

I have spent these past two years probably bitching and complaining about things that some people don't even know piss's them off. Never the less, I have attacked some of the biggest companies in America, Most Utility companies, the Banking industry, The Food Industry, Our Education System, Oh, who am I kidding ???????? Almost everything....But lets face it. Most of these assholes deserved it. In fact, my last post was about how fucked up travel can be on dear old American Airlines. And you wonder where cynical, ridiculous and pathetic come from ?
Guess your also wondering why the Lone Ranger is standing above and looking so tall ? Here is the part you are going to find so hard to believe. He reminds me of a real good guy, who has become a good friend, who works for a fairly large restaurant chain.... I think I will omit his (or her) name, strictly to protect this person, however, he is a role model that lots of people in the restaurant business should surely follow.

Saint "M" hard at work.

Let me go back to the first time I met "M". (as I will refer to him/her as ). I was sitting at the bar at Buca di Beppo when this nice regional manager just stopped by to say hello. We began a simple conversation, and have been friends ever since. He was only by the location where I was by accident and I really have only seen him a few times in these last few years. He is, however, a Saint among Men. We email each other and seem to stay in touch by that means. I guess most of us communicate like that ?
A year ago I had a slight problem in that same restaurant while there with several people. I made him aware of the situation and he immediately resolved it. What more can you ask for ? Right.....someone that actually does do their job.....

He is just a pleasant and qualified person for his job. Isn't that refreshing to see every now and then. Several months ago he was promoted to his corporate office which entails a great deal more responsibility. I have no fucking clue what that means, but it's always a good thing winding up in corporate with much more responsibility. I have also traveled my entire life and have eaten in enough restaurants to know what is good and what is shit.

Buca is one of those places that is just wonderful. The food is plentiful, the decor is fun busy Italian, the price is fair, it is kid friendly, great for large parties, sometimes noisy, fun for birthdays or parties, etc.......and no.....the picture above was not taken there. Nor will I make one cent for actually saying something nice about Buca di beppo.

Anyway, now that I have totally screwed this thing up and forgot to tell the best story of all. I was in LA last week visiting my daughter's family and they suggested going to Buca on Friday with some friends of theirs. My Lil Granddaughter happens to love the place as well, and they are there all the time. Well, I figured I would email my buddy in New England and see if he would make a reservation for me ? (Also thought I would score some points with the family). Well, "M" emailed me back, told me who to ask for, and did we get the royal treatment......It was really great, but I would be lying to you if I didn't say that every customer get treated royally there.

Anyway...........it was a most wonderful meal........AS USUAL......and this really felt good telling the truth and not even exaggerating a little bit. So, thank you "Mr. M" and keep doing whatever it is you do to help keep the chain a well oiled machine.........(I am talking about olive oil of course.)