Solving the budget crisis through fine dining
I still vividly recall my mother’s parting words every time a childhood friend invited me over for a meal: “Always say please.” “Remember to say thank you.” “Under no circumstances, ever say, “I don’t like.’” “But what if Steve’s mom serves asparagus? Or Brussels sprouts?” I would ask. “Doesn’t matter,” she invariably replied. “Saying ‘I don’t like’…