DEAR ABBY: After reading the letter about the generosity of the people in the Stardust restaurant, I thought our experience in northern Michigan was worthy of sharing with you.
About 10 years ago, my daughter and son-in-law were to fly from their new home in California to visit with us and his parents in Michigan's famous "north country." We were scheduled to meet them at 6:45 p.m., after they changed planes in Chicago.
As luck would have it, their connecting flight landed nearly two hours late. It was only a short drive to the Dam Site Inn, and we reached the restaurant just as the wait staff was departing, but prior to the doors being locked for the evening. After explaining our situation to the understanding owner-manager, we were treated to a wonderful meal. The owner and some of the staff stayed late just to serve our small party.
These restaurateurs have probably long forgotten their act of kindness, but I have not. I have retold the story many times. -- FRANK J. DREW, NORTHVILLE, MICH.
DEAR FRANK: The owner of the Dam Site Inn is a damn smart businessperson who understands that there are exceptions to every rule.
What could have been viewed as a pain in the neck turned out to be a public relations bonanza. Bravo!