Restaurant Spotlight: Waffles N' More

I headed into town for something I needed to do. I wasn't sure if I should eat breakfast or lunch after my chore. I thought maybe Waffles N' More would be a good idea. It was a truly cloudy, cold day. While I liked colder, darker weather, I needed something to fill my empty stomach. Something warm and comforting. I thought back to the last time I went to Waffles N' More. I hadn't ever gone to this restaurant much in the past, but I remembered two visits more recently. One to support a school supplies fund, and another with my cousin/friend.

As I stepped out of my car, I began to feel nervous. My social anxiety was messing with my feelings. I even felt anxiety from taking photos of the sign and of the building. With how often I take photos and visit places, this would be easy for me, right? It never is. Anywhere I go, and "act unnormal" (in my head, anyways). I tend to think that I stand out by taking photos, and secretly, I hate it. I love taking the photos, but I often feel that it brings me attention - seen by everyone and vulnerable. In reality, however, I'm sure most people don't care about me taking photos. I just often feel uneasy that way and surely always have.

I walked through the door and sat down to wait for a booth. I tried to calm my nerves while waiting, awkwardly looking around. My first thought was that it was really busy. Waitresses were bustling about the place, taking orders, and talking with the customers. When it was my time to be seated, I was a bit relieved. However, I was confused about who my waitress was. It took a little while to get a lemonade, but it was such a sweet drink when I received it. After waiting a few minutes, I gave my order. From the menu, I chose the Half the Farm Breakfast. It sounded delicious. While I waited, I distracted myself on my phone.

Sitting at my booth, I noticed that the people traffic had lessened. Maybe the busiest time had already come and gone. I was filled with such delight when my waitress approached me with a plate full of food. Actually, she had two - one with my sausage, egg, and hash browns, and the other was the half waffle. Now that I think back on it, I didn't receive any bacon. I actually didn't realize that until now. Oh, well. I didn't notice! I scarfed down my food. I was so hungry. I thoroughly enjoyed the bits of food while I drank the lemonade in-between bites. So to say, I was satisfied that I had chosen breakfast for my lunch.

When I was done, I paid and got into my car. My overall memory of Waffles N' More was that it's always been so good. I don't know what the best place in town is for breakfast, but I really like them. The waffles are particularly yummy. I saw that there was a cheesecake waffle. I might just have to check that out next time. My trip into town wasn't a fun one, but a necessary one. It was a very pleasant treat to eat there afterwards. I would like to go again, but maybe with a friend next time. I don't mind eating alone, but I feel more at ease with a friendly face sitting across from me. If you're ever interested in going with a totally inept introvert, let me know, and we'll both go back to experience Waffles N' More.

Many blessings,
- Grace Thorson