Yeah, Right, Whatever

(h/t to Jay Tea at Wizbang)I have found the perfect place for Franklin to be transferred to if Foamy becomes too much of an emotional drain on his psyche - Kandahar. Starschmucks could make a fortune on Canadian Army bases over there (and the American bases, now that I think about it). I mean, it's pretty obvious that Tim Hortons isn't interested in the business.

The Canadian Forces want to raise morale among troops deployed here by setting up the furthest flung coffee and doughnut franchise in the world: Tim Hortons Afghanistan.

But the Canadian icon is balking at the idea of opening shop at Kandahar Air Field, where more than 2,000 Canadian soldiers are being deployed this month, saying it "is not part of our business model."

What really stinks is that Tim Hortons have stores on Canadian bases in Canada. They wouldn't even have to set up a full service cafe in Kandahar- a kiosk-style set-up would make a fortune and raise morale. But... nooooo... it's not part of the business model. Why don't you just say you're against the troops being deployed and get it over with it.

So... who will step up and fill the void? Starschmucks? Seattle's Best? The Coffee Beanery? Dunn Bros.? It's A Grind? Come on... someone has to be willing to do this? I mean, there are quite a few American fast food chains in theater right now... why not add a little caffeinated love?

I'm willing to head up the project if someone can front me the start-up money, handle all the DOD paperwork, and set up childcare for the next couple of years... or maybe we could homeschool... talk about a learning experience!