When I saw the Dairy Queen sign, also known as a Texas Stop Sign, I pulled in. Then I saw a McDonald’s and was swayed by their recent ad campaign promising “100% pure beef.” I laugh now at my naiveté. No growth hormones? No antibiotics?  Of course not!!  One. Hundred. Percent. Beef! 

I ate two cheeseburgers and had two drinks, after which I’m sure my endocrine system was never the same. 

Besides, even if McDonald’s hadn't had such a beefy beef burger, they still dominated because of their amazing playground. I went outside and hung out in the playground area while I wrote in my journal.

Looking back:  Unshaven guy with sweaty hair.  Appears to be unmarried since there’s no wedding ring. Hanging out in children’s area.  Taking notes. Has camera with him.

Nothing suspicious there.