Brenton's Blog

Puritan Yardman All of us being students here in Southern California, we likely all know one flavor - the unmistakable taste of an In-N-Out burger. It may seem out of the blue to talk about hamburgers at this moment but stick with me. Envision an In-N-Out Double-Double. Regardless of personal preferences for toppings, every burger shares one constant that often goes unnoticed yet is essential to the iconic flavor - the bun. However, unlike most fast-food restaurants, In-N-Out's bun contains zero preservatives, ensuring the quality of every burger sold. Now, it might seem weird I know this much about a burger bun, but I gained this knowledge because of my role last summer. I had the opportunity to work for Puritan bakery, as a yardman and a part-time member of their sales team. This might not sound like the most glorious position, and most people probably don’t know what a yardman even does, so that’s where I’m going to begin. At Puritan Bakery, the role of a yardman falls outside t...

Where do I come from? I grew up in Manhattan Beach, California, just a short distance down the street from USC. Where am I going? "The future is not set. There is no fate but what we make for ourselves." -Quote from Terminator 2 How do I plan to get there? "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." -Quote from Ferris Bueller's Day Off How am I LIKE my parents? My parents are my rock, I strive to be like them everyday I wake up. Like my dad hardworking, determined, and unafraid of any challenge. Like my mom caring, understanding, and the life of any room she walks into. Without them I honestly don't know where I would be today. How am I UNLIKE my parents? Like everyone, I am my own person. Although they are my role models, and always will be long after they are gone, I never strive to copy them. They have taught me how to act since I was young, and I have developed into someone that has used those quali...