Originally published in Yellowstone Valley Woman.
In her own life and as the co-owner of the Burger Dive, Andi Halsten practices the mantra: “Every day. Every way. We get a little better.” Since opening their restaurant, she and her husband and business partner, Brad, have made Billings more delicious with their award-winning burgers.
I witnessed Andi bettering lives in our community in another way firsthand. About a year ago, I ran into her at the grocery store. She stepped in front of me in line, which seemed out of character for her. However, as always, she greeted me with my name, looked me in the eyes and identified herself, but on this day, the usual dance in her glance and smile were missing, replaced with urgency. She apologized with a strained look as she stepped up to the cashier just as my order was about to be processed.
I was more than happy to step aside, sensing her anxiety. As a big group of people came through the door into the store, Andi turned to look at them and then quickly looked away, as if to avoid being recognized. She pointed out the group to the cashier and asked if she could leave a credit card to pay for their groceries…