Yukiko, Love your perspective and how you see your restaurant, "a spiritual community salon." I've seen the same thing you do in your restaurant. When we're frustrated, then others who are frustrated seem to show up. And, you are right, others are a mirror for us and then we get to choose to be a reflection of our soul.

I lived what many might call a tough life. My family was dysfunctional . My parents worked so hard just for us to live poor. They also blamed my siblings and I for the hardship. I barely got through high school and not without being in constant...

So what the hell is owning a diner all about? Great Food? That's important! Great Service? Add that it in. A cool, comfortable place? Yeah, a nice ambiance is needed. Customers? And, there it is, the absolute most essential part! But, not in...