Starbucks on 2/14/12
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
that is quite incredible 74novaman, my hats off to you.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
How's traffic at the Trap today? Thinking about going, and then BUX.FuziDave wrote:just went to the Bullet Trap. now to Starbucks :)
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
I ran out of time today and wasn't able to go , but thankfully the wife is going to stop by on her way home tonight to get me a gift card from them !
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
Luckily my "local" BUX is open until 10p tonight, because it'll be late before I'll finally get there. Coffees for my Valentine and I, hot cocoa for the kids. And a good tip for the staff.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
Unfortunately (or fortunately) the Starbucks that I frequent during the workweek is in a hotel that probably wouldn't tolerate a gaggle of boycotters on the premises.
But I did buy a can of double-shot espresso to show my solidarity!
But I did buy a can of double-shot espresso to show my solidarity!
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
bronco78 wrote:I am forever grateful to 74novaman for a act of kindness in response to a complete strangers request.74novaman wrote:Erik, PM sent.
Huge Thank you goes out to 74novaman, who took the time and effort to drive in to Killeen today...
My Lovely wife of 22 years received a Special cup of coffee from me in Afghanistan vie long distance remote control, on the day of Valentines. I got to make her smile on a special day, couples normally share together.
That the "gift" came from a company who supports our constitutional right to bare arms is a huge helping of icing on the cake.
74novaman, you wouldn't take my money, but you forever have my respect.
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Well done, sirs. Both of you.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
A-R wrote:bronco78 wrote:I am forever grateful to 74novaman for a act of kindness in response to a complete strangers request.74novaman wrote:Erik, PM sent.
Huge Thank you goes out to 74novaman, who took the time and effort to drive in to Killeen today...
My Lovely wife of 22 years received a Special cup of coffee from me in Afghanistan vie long distance remote control, on the day of Valentines. I got to make her smile on a special day, couples normally share together.
That the "gift" came from a company who supports our constitutional right to bare arms is a huge helping of icing on the cake.
74novaman, you wouldn't take my money, but you forever have my respect.
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Well done, sirs. Both of you.
Amen. 74novaman, thanks for doing something a little and extra for our troops.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
Aw shucks.
Thanks for the kind words, Erik. I was happy to do it...and its the least I could do for someone on the front lines away from their loved one. Thank you for your service, and come home safe.
As to my actual visit to starbucks, it was pretty quiet. Being Killeen, I wasn't surprised to see no slightly smelly, vagrant looking anti gun protestors. I did see at least one guy in the store who fit the "profile" to be doing the same thing I was (older gentleman wearing a big vest). Other than looking like an idiot to the person working (apparently I don't know how to order coffee right...guess its because I'm not big on drinking the stuff) there was no drama involved.
Thanks for the kind words, Erik. I was happy to do it...and its the least I could do for someone on the front lines away from their loved one. Thank you for your service, and come home safe.
As to my actual visit to starbucks, it was pretty quiet. Being Killeen, I wasn't surprised to see no slightly smelly, vagrant looking anti gun protestors. I did see at least one guy in the store who fit the "profile" to be doing the same thing I was (older gentleman wearing a big vest). Other than looking like an idiot to the person working (apparently I don't know how to order coffee right...guess its because I'm not big on drinking the stuff) there was no drama involved.
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You guys made me cry....bronco78 wrote:I am forever grateful to 74novaman for a act of kindness in response to a complete strangers request.74novaman wrote:Erik, PM sent.
Huge Thank you goes out to 74novaman, who took the time and effort to drive in to Killeen today...
My Lovely wife of 22 years received a Special cup of coffee from me in Afghanistan vie long distance remote control, on the day of Valentines. I got to make her smile on a special day, couples normally share together.
That the "gift" came from a company who supports our constitutional right to bare arms is a huge helping of icing on the cake.
74novaman, you wouldn't take my money, but you forever have my respect.
Erik Marquez
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1ST CAV DIV, Regional Command East, Afghanistan
CJ3 Operations Sergeant Major
As a woman whose husband just returned from a year serving in Iraq, I can tell you that cup of coffee was the best she will ever have.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
Went to two Starbucks with a handful of $2.00 bills wearing my NRA ball cap. Didn’t see one “boycotter” or CHL. If there was any other CHL in either place they did not make any sign of recognition.
Looks like this “boycott” will go over like a lead balloon. I will be going back.
Looks like this “boycott” will go over like a lead balloon. I will be going back.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
A case of the pukes is making the rounds at our house with me being the last one. I have a screaming caffeine (withdrawal) headache right now because I haven't had any in two days. Drats.VoiceofReason wrote:Went to two Starbucks with a handful of $2.00 bills wearing my NRA ball cap. Didn’t see one “boycotter” or CHL. If there was any other CHL in either place they did not make any sign of recognition.
Looks like this “boycott” will go over like a lead balloon. I will be going back.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
didn't seem any busier than usual.discoqueen wrote:How's traffic at the Trap today? Thinking about going, and then BUX.FuziDave wrote:just went to the Bullet Trap. now to Starbucks :)
went to the Starbucks on Spring Creek and central. i said, "did you know you were being boycotted nation wide today?". she said "no". "so you didn't notice any difference today?", "nope."
could this be the smartest media campaign by Starbucks to bring in CHL'ers for Valentine's day??
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
I got a tall coffee and pumpkin bread but I was only carrying one gun. Does that count?
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
went to the new one by me, paid with my $2 and i was apparently the second one to do so today. they knew all about it and thanked me for the support.
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Re: Starbucks on 2/14/12
Due to weird circumstances, I wound up working today, so instead of a leisurely mid morning breakfast, I had lunch there: quadruple espresso; bagel with cream cheese; and a brownie for dessert. Didn't see anyone else carrying concealed.
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