A shuffle down memory lane

OK, your wondering what does a picture of Clifton's Cafeteria have to do with art. Well, let me fill you in - first some housekeeping - that's my dad on the left, he's 87 and still walks 2 miles a day. Next to him is Jeanne, who has taken my mom's spot as queen of the household a few years after mom died. Dr. Jeanne is some smart lady. That is my sister Charlean gracing the "A" rating on the window, Paula, another sister, is taking the picture and I am still at work (shucks). Anyway back to the story of what does Clifton's have to do with art. 1.) It has been around a very long time which means there is a history to remind us of where we've been. All of us can remember going there when we were young. Mom and Dad took us there on all their anniversary's where we would have the photography take pictures, go into the little chapel that sat in a grotto, pick something out of the pirates treasure chest to take home and enjoy the waterfalls and faux trees that looked like redwoods or palm trees. Jeanne use to meet her sister there for lunch. 2.) The place is unique - that is good for inspiration - like I said this place not only has waterfalls, trees, neon lights for palm fronds, a chapel tucked a way for reflection but a very special place with fond memories. 3.) Gives you options - instead of having to take from a set menu you grab a tray and go down the lines to pick up what you want to eat, from salad to dessert, you're the chef creating your meal - just like an artist who surveys her art room to decide which materials to use in today's project. That's it; history, inspiration and creativity. The making of a resturant the making of an artist. Bon appetite