The Handsome Man with Athletic Thighs
Running In Circles
 
Saturday, May 5th

I intended to run today, but I had solo duty with Little Dude, who decided to take a long nap during prime jogging time. Also, Angie and I were supposed to ride the Dinner Train with Liz and Jim, but we got a call that there was track maintenance. We decided to reschedule for a time when the train would make it all the way to the winery. So, we dined in, instead, then headed to the Dog n' Pony for drinks.

The Dog n' Pony used to be my favorite bar in all the land. It was totally non-smoking and had an excellent selection of beers. The wait staff was personable and fun, and it was close to home. Now that the state smoking ban has passed, there are plenty of bars with a great beer selection I can go to and still breathe clean air, so that's no longer a distinguishing trait. The wait staff has been reduced to one rude, surly bartender, who appears to return to work from his smoke breaks without washing his hands. And while it's still close to home, I don't think I'll be going back.
 
Sometimes I feel like I'm breathing underwater.