For awhile eating more bacon seemed to suffice. Now another year passes by and through a somewhat bizarre tradition it’s time to invent some resolutions.
A resolution which most certainly will be executed upon in 2009 is a commitment to no longer eat at chain restaurants. The idea was obtained from a friend who described the philosophy as such:
Adding to the guidelines of Emily Post, if someone invites us to a chain we will gladly go. However, if we are doing the planning, the credit card shall not pass the doorpost of a chain.
As self-professed yuppies we try to follow an anti-suburban lifestyle. This is not a radical statement, rather it is merely practical. For example we prefer not to rely utterly on cars in order to get to food, entertainment and work. This includes purchasing groceries from local producers (ex: Soulard farmers market), taking public transportation as well as frequenting local businesses and restaurants. There are more than enough local eateries, pubs and fine dining establishments to answer the call for victuals.
We are exited about this resolution and are looking forward to a successful 2009. However there is one nagging doubt that seems to hang over our heads. When it’s past 2am and everything is closed except Jimmy Johns and Taco Bell is it OK to get fast food? We might need an impartial ruling on this matter!