So the flu is going around here and made it’s way to my house - first Liam, then Aodhan, and before Aodhan gets over it - me…I’m still trying to feel better and hope to be back to my usual self in no time…

…but as I’m trying to sleep, tossing and turning and counting sheep and making grocery lists - I start to think about Burger King and how I can remember the layout of every Burger King in each place I’ve lived - but not McDonald’s. Is it because of the warm colors and bit more cozy feeling that BK has over McD? Is it just useless information that has filled my brain over the years - probably. But it does make me think about Europe and the layout and style of these two places here - cozy, warm - coffee shop feel (some are even two floors - my boys love this). It says to me feel at home here and come back again. So why the difference between the Europe and the states? Well, I think we’re really being cheated by giving us plastic, uncomfortable chairs and an atmosphere that says eat your food and get out of here…but then we go back, why?

I do have to add that I really don’t spend all my time at these places - in fact, I wouldn’t go if I didn’t have two little boys who love the kids meals, which is so much a part of our culture - I mean I can’t deprive them of the fond memories of a happy meal. I guess they probably really wouldn’t know the difference.

Oh, did I mention I have a fever? I’m done rambling - and hoping to feel better soon. I will get more projects posted soon.

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