1. Posted by Danyale H on Wed, Sep 23, 2009, 1:12 pm PDT

Hey Franco! It's me Danny! I worked with you during the mid 80's in Highlands. I was the black guy who worked along side Robert . You know the guy from Conneticut. I came to you once to ask if you knew of anyone who could draw me blueprints for an comercial kitchen. It was at Highlands when I asked ; and I believe I interrupted your morning business meeting. I appoligize for that. To make a long story short; I have owned and operated a small deli / convenient store for the last 15 years. I, and my wife Audrey have given it all we have . I would not call it a great success, but it manages to pay the bills; and allow us to go out and enjoy a good meal every now and then. We Are nothing near fancy, But we have good food. Soul food! The best in the state of Alabama!. I will tell you how you can remember me. You asked me once if I had ever hitchhiked. My response to the question was as follows. " A big black man hitchhiking from the state of Alabama! Get serious! We laughed and never crossed that bridge again. I told my wife I had worked with you for a brief period of time. Ever sinse I have mentioned the fact; my wife has made it her mission to buy every book you have ever written; and state the fact that I worked with you. Another fact of rememberance. I dont know who poured vinegar on my cut ribeyes. I have always taken pride in my cooking. It only gave me a reality check on life. A learning experience. If you ever have the time. Give me or my wife Audrey a call at 929-0108, or 451-6039. I'm going to be alright! I have come to understand that no one can make you. You have to find out who you are first and make the best of what you have. I am located at 919 50th street S.W. Jefferson Ave, Birmingham. It would give me great pleasure to have you come by and take a picture with me and my wife to put on our stores wall. I guess it's my first time hitchiking Mr. Stitt. In The state of Alabama! I wonder how far this "Big'Ole" black boy is gong to get! I really enjoyed the experience of working at Highlands. I can only hope that you enjoyed working along side me too. Forever good memories Daniel "Danny" Hinson

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