I left my vintage Triple Crown mug at a coffee shop, and I almost burst into tears when I realized my mistake. I figured the sweet owners and staff at the café, where they know me as the English- speaking lady who prefers her yellows runny and her whites solid in her menemen, would likely hold onto the treasured mug, assured of my return. Nevertheless, I feared for the safety of the deteriorating black decals on the ivory ceramic. Would they scrub the inside AND the outside of the mug? Would they simply keep it preserved with the crusty remnants of French press I’d rolled in there with? I was panicked, to say the least.
I felt foolish about my absentmindedness, especially after going on and on to my breakfast date about why this particular mug was a significant relic in my comedic upbringing. I’d explained how Triple Crown hosted live music every single day for 18 years straight, totaling 6,887 consecutive days, including holidays and natural disasters. What a special place it was, where one could catch the most stellar celebrity and indie acts, experiencing occasions that were unique and irreplaceable. Commencing with a happy ending at Tokyo Tan, Triple Crown served shift workers and music lovers from 7 a.m. til 2 a.m. every day of the week, including holidays. I remember visiting this downtown icon for the first time to enjoy a Bloody Mary at sunrise as a rite of passage during my SWT days. I fell forever in love with the smoky gem after they leaned into fostering my comedy prowess with my unforgettable biweekly show: San Marcos Game Night.
Fun fact: The Game Show Network filmed one of the most absurd live shows
Kelly S tone Educator, Comedian, Triple Crowner
