So Jason talked me into camping out with him (in the rain and cold) Thursday night in the parking lot in fronr of the new Chick-Fil-A at the District. I went hesitantly, but ended up having fun.
Apart from making us line up for 'role call' several times that night, and at 5:45 in the morning, when the could have just waited till 6:15 when they finally let us get our meal vouchers, it was worth it. They gave us free nuggets and ice cream and drinks that night, so I was disappointed that that morning, when they had about 30 employees in the store banging pots and pans as we finally walked in, none of them were making us breakfast.
I have to say though, that I was plenty warm all night, what with my -40 or so rated sleeping bag. There were others there with no sleeping bag or tent (they probably stayed inside the store that they kept open for those that had to use the bathroom). I just hope there was no hanky panky going on. And I'm sure I looked just great in the morning as I climbed out of my tent (right in front of the television cameras from KSL).
I ended up playing 4-square with other strangers that were there. I haven't played that since grade school. Of course regular 4-square wouldn't do, we had to change it up a bit and have to use different parts of the body to hit the ball with (knees, head, shoulder, etc).
But all in all, it really was a great experience getting free meals for a year from a restaurant I feel good about supporting. The chicken is great, its fun for the kids, they cater to the customers well, give out plenty of free food, and are not open Sundays. We used to go there all the time to when we lived in Georgia (where it first started).
I should have brought my camera, so sorry no pictures - but you can probably find some on KSL.com or something.
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My favorite was when Jason called at around 10:30 and, after talking for a few minutes, said he had to go because Scott was about to win 4 square. I thought "what the heck kind of grand opening is this?" But I'm excited for the chance to be able to feed my unborn child nothing but Chick Fil A for several months. I'm sure the grease, butter, fat, and sugar will be wonderful for his developement!
I totally saw that live on the news! I didn't see you guys, though. Yeah, and what was with the pots and pans?
I think this is the beginning of an urban hunters movement. With food prices going up, this was probably a good move.
Hey there Scotto! Don't you think you should keep with the blog?? I am sure that newborn baby of yours is growing by leaps and bounds! Do you feed him nuggets from the Chik Fil A? Hope you guys are doing well. Tell your wifey I said hello!
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