Yesterday, while at work, there was time for me to view my favorite blogs and left this message for Pete, thanks for the invitation to hoist a pint. I have some waiting in the fridge upon return to my humble abode. It is dark and soothing and oh, so smooth.
Will 5PM never come.
May the road rise up to meet you.
I meant every word of it. As I usually do prior to pulling out of the parking lot, I called home to let my wife know I was on my way. She informed me that the neighbors had issued an invitation to go out to dinner. I thought that was great. Then I asked if I was included in the invitation. Thank goodness I was.
Uh, oh. Does that mean I won't get to drink that dark beer awaiting me? Only time would tell, and so will I, tell.
Shortly after my arrival home the neighbors drove up and of we went to dinner. It was then that I asked the destination. I was informed we were goint to a new restaurant in downtown Leavenworth called Tampico. Yeah, that's right, it is a Mexican restaurant. You might ask, for St. Patrick's day? Yeah, for St. Patrick's day. It was fabulous. There was quite a crowd, but it didn't take much time to get a table.
The young lady who waited on our table asked for our drink order and I asked for a Guinness. Pete, this was going to be even better than what I had at home (Michelob Amber Bock). I was informed that they might not have any. So I looked at the drink menu as she directed and much to my delight Guinness was there. Well, that settled that. While waiting for my Guinness, George got his green beer and the ladies got their Margaritas. A waiter appeared at my shoulder and asked if I had ordered the Guinness. "YES! I did." "Well we might have a problem. The Guinness is warm, do you still want it?" "YES, I do." Shortly thereafter the bottle appeared. As I was about to put it to my lips the young man suggested an cold mug to which I agreed. To make a short story longer, it was a marvelous drink and a marvelous dinner. Good friends, good food and good stout. What more could I ask for that I have some control over?
Perhaps, tonight I will imbibe in the Michelob.
Serve well! Live fully! Do good works!
1 comment:
Ardlair, thanks for the tips on drinking a very fine libation. I suspect if the parties are truly enjoying their preferred temperature of drink they must think their partner must be absolutely daft. How could anyone enjoy it that way?
I agree that the draught version of any brew is preferable. I will keep my eyes open for the next opportunity for a Guinness on draught.
Those damned buttons can really put you in a trick bag if you are not careful.
I will make it a habit to visit your site more frequently.
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