Category: Bar Memoirs: “Tips Aren’t Worth It!”
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The Coleslaw Complaint
“I thought I knew what ridiculous was, until this day.” -Strong Bad I made one last effort to steal victory from the jaws of defeat: “Sir, I can get you a new coleslaw, I’ll even make it myself.” “NO, the petty man replied sharply,” that’s not good enough.” I sighed then walked away to get…
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The Soup that Got Away
“Sir, I need a decision!” -Waiter “Uh, uh, uh, uh salad. No, no wait soup, souppp!” -Peter Griffin But it was too late… *** I wasn’t there but Bryon told me the story. Ten years ago Bry left town to have surgery. It was another open heart procedure, a torturous event he went through every…
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Three Tires Twice
WARNING: This chapter deals extensively with drinking and driving. Thankfully, none of the instances led to death, pain, or emotional suffering. However, those who have suffered the tragic consequences of drinking and driving are advised not to read it. “Shame, and eternal shame, nothing but shame!” -Duke of Bourbon, Henry V Bryon awoke to the sound of the rubber-less wheel rim…
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Calvin’s Party
“I’m not saying bartending made me tired of human beings, I’m just saying I regularly look at the cost of real estate on the remote island of Saint Helena.” -the author It had been a fun night at Calvin’s place. We’d laughed, played games, and everyone had a great time. I’d met nice people, made…
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When My Boss Booted Out the Racist Asshole
As Chad escorted the unruly customer to the door I watched anxiously to see what would happen. Initially, the drunk, obnoxious man complied with my manager’s attempt to eject him from the bar. But as the customer neared the door he turned around, regained his balance, and spoke uncivilized remarks to Chad. Disappointed at this…