I am a creature of habit

For years now I have started my day at Steak N Shake. (Having worked with me, my friends Traci and Jordan can vouch for me on this one. There are not many mornings where I do not show up with my plastic cup.) I do not drink coffee, but I drive through about 3 mornings a week to get my morning soda. On the days I don't go, it is usually because I am running late and I debate passing by and usually feel some regret if I don't. Yes, I understand this is more expensive than a case of soda, but it is my habit and I like it. And somehow, over the course of time the lady at Steak N Shake has become my pal. When she hears my voice over the speaker she just tells me to "Come on up honey." I was unaware of our blossoming friendship until one morning she asked me to pull up so she could run outside and show me her new Ohio State debit card, because she knew I am a fan and had one also. Then, when I had bangs cut into my hair she was the first person to notice and compliment me on them. One day she stopped me to show me her new hairstyle and told me I inspired her to do it because I made such a big change that she could too. Fun! So today I went through and she noticed my hair was lighter. And she told me how much she loved it and even went to get another girl to look through the little window at me. I know it may just be Steak N Shake but this lady has become such a part of my daily routine and offers up my first dose of kindness for the day. How about you? Do you have a morning routine? Someone you can count on (other than family) to brighten up your day?