More Denny’s Training and a Thank You From Brother On The Rise
Today was my second day of Denny’s training, and while I don’t want to harp on all of the nonsense the seminar unloaded on me today, I do want share a few interesting details that might be of interest.
For example, for about 15 minutes we discussed personal hygiene, focusing on things like the difference between antiperspirant and deodorant—antiperspirant is acceptable while deodorant is not—how to wash ones hair and how to avoid coffee breath.
Now, I can tolerate being lectured about dental health and the importance of a bright smile, but it’s only because I am getting paid for my patience. Additionally, I couldn’t whip better blog topics up, even in my most creative moment. I mean, who thinks of using the chicken dance as punishment if an employee is found using their cell phone during a shift?
I also received my uniform today—it’s a classy all-black getup. I will have to take a picture for another entry soon, so stay tuned. Before I move away from Denny’s, let me say that I am approaching this job with an open mind. Today during the orientation I was told that Denny’s is turning a new page. “All the bad stuff you know about Denny’s, that was yesterday.” I am proud to be apart of “Tomorrow.”
I also want to share an email I received from Brothers on the Rise. Not long ago I donated the sum of my car and health insurance to the wonderful organization in Oakland. This is the email response I received from Executive Director, Jon Gilgoff:
Hello Jason,
I am writing to personally thank you for your generous donation to Brothers on the Rise. It was such a wonderful surprise. Thanks also for sharing about your story. I agree that community is key and I definitely felt that from you through your letter and contribution. It will definitely help support the work we are doing with male youth and their families here in Oakland.
With donations of $250 or over, the San Francisco Study Center, writes up letters for tax purposes, so when I send it into them for deposit, I’ll make a note for them to mark your contribution as requiring this documentation.
Again, thanks so much and if you are still in the Bay Area or come back this way, please do not hesitate to contact me as it would be great to have you come to one of our programs and see firsthand how your generosity benefits our boys.
Cheers and be well,
Jon Gilgoff, L.C.S.W.
Executive Director
Brothers on the Rise
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January 21st, 2010 at 7:22 pm
hope none of your customers dine and ditch like you said you and your dad did once at Denny’s!
January 21st, 2010 at 8:38 pm
do they do the OSHA technique for washing hands?
January 22nd, 2010 at 1:29 am
Just thought you should know you were featured on kotke.org today (er, yesterday since it’s now 1:28am). You’ll probably be getting a lot more traffic now.
January 22nd, 2010 at 1:31 am
Oops. Make that kottke.org. Proofreading falls through the cracks at this time of the night.
January 22nd, 2010 at 10:20 am
I am anti anti-perspirant
January 22nd, 2010 at 1:47 pm
I have enjoyed reading through the archives on your blog, I find your writing style interesting, and easy to read. Keep up the great work, I know I plan on subscribing to your RSS and can’t wait to hear about your next adventures.
January 22nd, 2010 at 5:28 pm
Hey, I found your blog through Buzzfeed today, and I just spent three hours reading through it and watching the videos from the beginning. Your premise is really interesting and I’ll be waiting curiously to see where CL leads you next!
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January 22nd, 2010 at 7:06 pm
I found your site through themorningnews.org. I’ve caught up with your archives and admire your courage, kindness, and curiosity. I’ll be following your adventure from over here in Tennessee.
January 22nd, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Just found your site through EHOWA, and got hooked to the screen. I think you are en-boding the now lost American spirit of adventure. People are just too scared to look beyond their front doors. Congrats on not being afraid to live!
January 23rd, 2010 at 8:18 am
Hello Jason,
I have found the article on you so inspiring – You are like a breath of fresh air ! May I say this?, that if you do not succeed at finding employment as a journalist/writer, that you give careful thought to going back to school, to enter the counceling profession? OR an Educator. You can hear your zest for life, and also willingness to try – such a welcome personality quality these days. I’d like to mark your site and follow your blog. Praying for God’s favor in your life.
Sincerely
A Craigslister !
January 23rd, 2010 at 8:29 am
Found your blog off of a Link on AOL. You’re being seen!!! Read a bunch of your archives. FUN, not necesarily when you’re in the fight but still, stuff you NEVER figured you’d learn/discover/experience. Good Luck, We’ll be keeping track of your progress over here in Korea (talk about adventure-ha long story). THANKS!!
January 23rd, 2010 at 1:20 pm
Jason I am now following you off a Link on AOL. May God give you the answers you are seeking and keep you safe on your journey.
January 23rd, 2010 at 8:17 pm
jason – i’m so excited for you to see all the attention you’re getting. you deserve it, and keep up the great work!
January 27th, 2010 at 12:14 am
Jason,
Merely an observation, but reading through your comments I am reminded of how many ppl in this country believe in God. I suppose that by never entering the middle third of our country it’s a strange concept to me. At any rate I’ve enjoyed reading your posts–they are intriguing and refreshing.
February 1st, 2010 at 12:00 am
Wow – lots more people commenting and reading – go you!