Much like Norm, Ken has a favorite bar, where everyone knows his name. But unlike Norm, he is a productive human being who includes me in his time at this tavern, so to say. Most anyone who knows me, knows that I am not really a bar person. I am not a big drinker and the smoke does me in. However... I LOVE this place. Santora's in Green Valley. Maybe it is the people, maybe it is the bartenders. or Maybe it is just the fact that I am as much a welcomed face there as Ken. I walk in and get hellos from the gals behind the bar and hugs from the waitress.
Last night was one of the bartender's last nights. So we all went. We all. Ken and his friends who are regulars there, and that now includes me. His friends have taken me into their little circle and all I can say is that it feels great. They are smart, accomplished and articulate people with varied interests and backgrounds. They remind me much of some of my friends, and where as it makes me miss my friends a little more, it also makes me feel as though my new life with Ken is getting more and more complete.
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Tuesday was definitely fun. It's more fun knowing that you are there to share it with!
That is a nice comfortable feeling. It would be nice if they made it a non-smoking bar though...
Hmmm I guess this means Ken has to find a bar on his new side of town.
Yeah. Leaving Green Valley will definitely be a change. But it's all worthwhile. On football Sunday's though, thank god for DirecTV. I am almost definitely going to have to get the football package. I don't want to trek all the way out there every Sunday. For my other nights out, I may need to find another drinking buddy. I hate being "lonely guy at the bar"
I will be your drinking buddy, Ken -- unless Lloyd wants to volunteer?
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