after dinner sneeze

t says:

dear Meme,

Thank you very much for all of your time here in the Rittenhouse/Fitler Square area.  Saying goodbye is sad for us, as we have no doubt that you worked very hard to make things work.  While we didn’t always get along, we have to say that we were recently surprised by your talent: you were one sparkle/twinkle away from joining the ranks of some of our favorite eateries.  Thus, we have nothing but the sincerest wishes for your success in the future.  Best of luck.

sincerely,
t

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dear Bibou,

There’s a new open space that’s right down the street from me – and it’s set up to be a restaurant.  Plus, because I know that the Calmels and I are very nearly neighbors, that means that it’s right down the street from them, too.  You should move.  If you do, I’ll personally help you remove all of that ridiculous yellow paint.

sincerely,
t