November 11, 2014. Minden, Louisiana. Diners.

Our Diner today had everything we expect to find in a real Diner. It was old, not a new Diner built to look like an old Diner. It was so old that the table tops had formica worn off from repeated washings. Every patron arrived and was spoken to my name by the workers. In other words, this Diner had a regular clientele. The staff were friendly to us and called us Hon. The place was almost full even though it was 1:00. The sole cook was working as quickly as a set of hands could work. And even though there was a full counter of 14 seats plus 8 tables of four, only one waitress worked the Diner. She was efficient and capable and enthusiastic. And she had three different tattoos. But what this Diner reminded us about Diners from the past was the food. It was great. And it was inexpensive. We ordered their special which were pork chops plus two sides. We were served enough food for two meals. Now we have a box in the car ready for our first meal in the condo. Ken and I almost drove right past this run down looking place but we saw all the cars outside so we look a chance. We were glad we did.