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Missing Perk
September 20, 2007 |
Sometimes it’s good to get out of the office. A periodic change of scenery can really boost the ol’ productivity. Perk on Main was my local cafe in PA and provided that rare combination of haven and productivity booster.
Driving to Perk in the morning was something to look forward to. The friendly hellos from the regulars on the front porch and the chipper, enthusiastic greeting from Jill when I walked inside always produced a smile. As I sat with my MacBook, at my accustomed table, the backdrop of friendly chatter gave me a sense of companionship whether or not I decided to participate.
There is a cafe within walking distance of my new apartment in Richmond, but it’s not the same. Jill’s friendly hello has been replaced by the apathetic grunt of an unsmiling, apathetic barrister with an unhealthy adherence to a “no breakfast sandwiches after 10:30 am” rule. In the face of this indignity I contemplate the 6 hour drive to Perk but, for the time being, I have opted to spend more time in my office.
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