By Herb Benham Rick Hixson, calling himself slow on the uptake, gradually noticed that one of his customers was regularly bringing in his own children. This isn't exactly news. What was different was that this customer, Yale Kushner, seemed to enjoy it. It's a great time to touch base with the kids.
Somebody call the mental health department.
I decided it was such a good idea that I would build a promotion around it. If a father brings in his son or daughter on Tuesdays, we'll give the child a free bagel. There are only two restrictions. The kid has to be under 18 and they have to sit together in the restaurant and visit. Hixson, who calls himself less than a perfect father, nonetheless comes by his interest in children honestly.