I wanted to make sure that the efforts of the SPL and his Scouts were recognized. As a Scout-led troop, we expect the SPL to handle all of the Scouts. Wilson did an excellent job in getting the work assigned and done. The Scouts are really important because they are the reason we are having the breakfast to begin with and seeing them out front is a reminder to the Town just who is putting on the breakfast. Wilson–nice job!
With this year we passed an important milestone. We used to be one of the places to get breakfast. This year we became one of the events. We were listed in the official program. In a town without many places to get a real breakfast, we are an important part of what makes Patriots Day possible and we are a very important element which allows people to stay in town all day. The Chamber of Commerce loves us. As I walked up Mass Ave–well, limped would be more like it–many people stepped out to thank the troop for the breakfast. With our VIP service which was really a Working Staff service, we served police officers, both armies, the editors of both newspapers, and a number of officials including Jay Kaufman, our State Rep who always shows up at our Eagle ceremonies. The people we served are on the go from 4 AM until late in the day on Patriots Day and I know they appreciated the service.
As usual, everybody did a marvelous job. Once a year we run a restaurant and I have to say, you all did an A+ job. The one part I never get pictures of is the cleanup because by that time I am absolutely beat. For everybody who helped on the final push to break down the restaurant and clean it all up, you get an extra gold star.
The management team deserves a sustained round of applause. Franco, Charles, and Ginny get three extra gold stars!
-Hank