They said
what?!?
Actual things
overheard at Carmen's
"Gosh, this ice is cold!"
"This used to be a nice place."
"Don't make my latte too latte-y"
"Does Italian Ice melt?"
"I'm looking for that great bakery
that used to be here."
"Are you going to have Italian Ice
this year?"
"Do you have any freezers here?"
"She's going to pay for half of her latte and half of the sandwich, I'm
going to pay for my
coffee and the other half."
"The anniversary sale is only 3 days?"
"Put it on Matt's tab"
"Can I have a replacement grape?"
"Is there a difference between the strawberry ice and the cherry
ice?"
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A
poem by a friend of ours, Robert Blandford.
Carmen’s
If you’re driving in Rockville in search
of a treat
Then, drop by the Carmen’s that’s on Nelson street
It’s the best place to go for some great ‘talian ice
You also will find that the staff is quite nice
It’s easy to find and it’s right on your
way
You’ll find it next door to the Hard Times Café
You can stand up and chat, or go have a seat
The dining room area looks really neat
There’s a cleaners next door with a clerk
who’s a honey
And a bank on the corner to hold all your money
There’s also a place that will polish your nails
And a few other stores that the plaza entails
But Carmen’s is right in the center of all
The place you would go for a “short” or a “tall”
Their custard and yogurt is made in the store
With such a great taste, you’ll be asking for more
There’s always a newspaper there for your
reading
And someone to serve you for what you are needing
The pastries you buy will be served with a smile
You’re welcome to come in and sit for a while
So try a gelati, a smoothie, or shake
There’s nothing refreshing that Jason can’t make
Come and indulge at my favorite spot
It’s the best place to be when you’re thirsty and hot
The freshest ingredients will always be
used
You may hear a joke and be slightly amused
They’ll give you a sample that won’t cost a dime
There’re all kinds of flavors, like cherry or lime
He also has coffee, the best brew around
The best you will find in the whole, doggoned town
Just take a sip and you might do the Polka
But his best drink of all is the Jersey Shore Mocha
They’ll spruce up your party; they cater
for hire
And give all your guests all the things they desire
They also will cater a corporate function
Just give them directions, and name of the junction
So, come one come all, you’ll be highly
impressed
It really won’t matter, the way you are dressed
Carmen’s is noted for having the knack
Once you have been there, you’ll always come back
Robert W. Blandford
©2005 Robert W. Blandford |
