Siri's Favorite Places

Kind of like Oprah's favorite things right?!  Well I know this is kind of a boring post but I feel I have to give a shout out to these places that have been so kind to me!  Not that I have a sprawling audience but I like to show love to the places that show love to me.  Of course you already know my relationship with Starbucks!  Love them so they are definitely on the list.  Next is Red Robin.  I know it is very kid friendly and the food is definitely comfort food aka not that healthy but I love this place.  They are always so accommodating to my children, the food is always hot and consistent and the place is clean.  The service is good, and if you have food allergies they provide a detailed list of what is in their food and will go out of their way to make sure you are safe.  (My good friend's son has a food allergy and she feels safe eating there because they have been so nice!)  Next is Rosauers, specifically the one at the Y.  There are about a bazillion reasons why I absolutely love this store.  First, Kerry the butcher.  He is seriously the nicest man ever.  He reminds me a lot of my dad which is why Maggie and I stop there to see him when we go grocery shopping.  He is so sweet and gives her lil' smokies to keep her occupied while I shop.  And he is super knowledgeable.  He helps me with cuts of meat and how to cook them!  Next, are the baggers.  Love Brian specifically.  He always is so sweet to Maggie and Matthew.  He takes my groceries to the car and puts away my cart.  This store seriously makes my life easier which is why I don't mind paying slightly higher prices.  Next of course is Costco.  Just today I had a positive experience which could have gone bad.  I was finishing up shopping when Maggie announced she had to go potty.  At first, I thought she could make it but as I was unloading my cart, it was apparent she couldn't.  I told the checker I had to run to the bathroom and he said "no problem".  He rang up my whole purchase and had it waiting for me when I returned.  The box-person led me to the customer service person and I paid right there.  I was seriously impressed that they had a procedure for not backing up lines and making me feel bad that my 2 year old had to go to the bathroom.  Not only that, but Maggie loves to ask the people who check off the receipt if they will draw specific pictures.  They are always so sweet and try to accommodate her!  Doing errands with kids adds an extra kinks sometimes but THANK YOU to these places who make my life just a bit easier!!