Hi Boyd,

Your question reminded me of something I read in Ted Nicholas's book, "Magic Words that Bring You Riches"....

These are a list of "magic words" you can use in all sorts of situations....

One of them (if I remember right) was "How to get the best table in any restaurant"....

The magic words were, We're Celebrating.... (Which you were doing!)

He said it didn't matter what you were celebrating, just be sure you're celebrating something.... And make sure to let them know when you get there (for example, mention it to the waitress).... Maybe, when they say "Table for two?" you say, "Yes please, tonight we're celebrating!"

Anyhow, beyond that I'm not sure what you can do (besides the excellent advice already from Duane and Becky)!

- Dien