Flying the nest

In October 2013, I came down and asked about voluntary bar shifts here at the Waiting Room to be asked “do I want a shift Saturday?” I replied “yes” and enquired to the dress code, to which Lee Barker responded “clothes”.

Immediately I knew that I would fit in here but little did I know that it was the start of such a great adventure.

From one night a week bar shifts, to assisting Charlie Stocker front of house, to running the Coffeehouse and then diverging into vegan food, it has been quite a journey.

Along the way I seen the project grow organically: not always the tall tree that was envisaged but one of complex branches and diverse wildlife. I have watched new seedlings grow under the protective canopy.

Like all fledglings, all the new businesses have to learn to spread their wings. Some have the confidence to soar to new ventures; others like me need a little nudge. Truly though, I have outgrown the nest and need to venture forward and test my wings.

So as from Christmas ‘Bobbys’ will no longer be at the Waiting Room. I am unsure yet where I shall build my new nest but am excited about the prospect with ideas buzzing through my head and keeping me awake at night.

I would like to thank everyone who has supported me throughout the last year and welcomed me into the family of The Waiting Room, and like any good daughter I promise to continue to come back and support the project and all the new little fledglings which no doubt enjoy their opportunities to flourish and have as much fun as I have.

Love you all