Tomorrow marks the beginning of my new adventure, as I begin my training at Olive Garden. I think I’m really looking forward to the challenge of learning a new skill set, and I relish the idea of occasionally sharing a shift with my daughter. Over the many years that I have eaten at Olive Garden and watched Georgia work, it never occurred to me that I might someday be on staff with her.
But this morning was a magical time with Miss Olivia, tea, and the hummingbird. We knew the day was going to heat up rapidly, but around 9:00 a.m. it was just perfect for breakfast al fresco. Once again, the hummer tolerated our being very close to him, and didn’t seem to be bothered by our voices.
My breakfast companion
Lunch was special, too, as we joined a couple of friends down at the Oval Park for a picnic lunch. This was our first opportunity to demonstrate intentionality about the positive changes happening at The Oval by being an ordinary presence at the park. I hope (schedule cooperating) to make this a regular happening. Visalians need to reclaim this park as a viable, safe place to visit and relax, and we can start one picnic lunch at a time.
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That is a wonderful photo of that beautiful little girl!
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Thank you! I love how she looks first thing in the morning when she’s not really completely awake. She is so very special. – Fawn
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I can see that:-)
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Good luck in your new endeavor!
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Thank you. I’m up and dressed…we’ll see how it goes! – Fawn
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Thank you! I survived Training Day #1. – Fawn
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Good luck Fawn! Sounds like engaging experiences await you! Granddaughter is beautiful 🙂
AnnMarie
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So is her big sister! My only drawback this morning is my (Georgia’s) shoes. The heels are higher than I’m used to, but they have crepe soles, so they meet dress code. (She needs to wear the ones I was going to borrow to work in today. Rotten!)
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Your beautiful grandkids must absolutely adore you! Best of luck Fawn – you’ll feel 18 again as you reenter the workforce!
AnnMarie 🙂
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As I do them, AnnMarie. Training was fun today, and my team mate just barely turned 18 and has a brand new driver’s license. Several of the gals came up and said, “What should I call you? I just know you as ‘Georgia’s Mom’.” (I told them I would answer to Fawn, Georgia’s Mom, or Grammy, but please don’t call me Fern.) – Fawn
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You’ll bring wonderful ‘old school’ hospitality to Olive Garden! And how great is it, to be working beside family. I’m sure the youngins’ will love saying – Fawn.
Don’t work too hard. 🙂
AnnMarie 🙂
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Thank you so much, AnnMarie. The manager in charge of scheduling is already working to put us either on completely different shifts so we can take turns with the girls, or on the same shift so we can carpool to work. – Fawn
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I hope it all works out – I have a very strong feeling it will. You have a fantastic day and happy training 🙂
AnnMarie 🙂
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I hope you find the training a breeze and enjoy your new venture. I’m sure everyone there will love you. I know if I walked in to the Olive Garden and you said hi and welcome I would be happy! The picture of Olivia is so cute. Breakfast together outside sounds lovely. Those moments are one Olivia will always remember too.
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There’s a lot more to hosting than I expected, which will keep things interesting. What was fun was watching Georgia in action on the line in the kitchen. That girl really knows her stuff! Love, Me
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