It's good. Why am I reading this when I vowed to refrain from making cocktails until I pass the MS exam? I wanted to learn about Jerry Thomas, the godfather of all bartenders. I wanted to look back at the society and customs of the 19th century, too. Maybe most of all, I've always said service industry people are born masochists. Although I've worked with a couple of chefs who were sadists, believe me, they started out as masochists before switching sides.

So, reading about something I enjoy doing, but can't, is painful, and maybe that's strangely comforting? Besides, I said I'd stop making drinks at home. That doesn't mean I won't go out for one (or two).

Leaving for Oregon tomorrow.

Anthony Garcia
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