I’ve already told you that I’m not big on flowers. They’re
beautiful and I love looking at all the lovely colors and varieties, but my
husband knows he doesn’t need to spend money on them.
I do have a favorite Rose however – Rose Laketa from Country Rose Bakery and Café.
I’ve known and liked Rose from back in my son’s high school
days. She and her sister, Rita, hired Nic to work in their restaurant, and he
loved every moment he was there. They
encouraged him, complimented him and fed him – a lot. It was the
perfect job for a teenage boy.
My liking for Rose has grown into love, admiration and a deep
respect over the years as I’ve watched her give of her time and resources to
support Shepherds College.
She and her sister have:
- Accepted and trained several Culinary Arts interns
- Hired one of our graduates
- Agreed to interviews and visits from photographers during their busy workdays
- Attended each graduation
- Opened up their café during off hours so our students could be trained in social skills
And now, for our 2013 Winter Retreat, they’ve once again
opened their restaurant in the evening just for our students.
Last night, all of our students and select staff filled
Country Rose for a night of games, drinks and desserts.
They played Connect 4, Uno, Apples to Apples and other board
games.
They drank coffees, sodas and hot chocolate.
They ate brownies, cinnamon rolls, pies, pastries and chocolate
cake slices bigger than their heads!
They talked and laughed and built up relationships.
And they learned, by perfect example, what it means to be part
of a supportive community. Thank you Rose & Rita!
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