Hello, Thank you for your honest feedback, we apologize sincerely for the disappointment. Unfortunately our Veteran discount is not valid for accompanying family or friends, it is only applied for veterans and active military members. As far as not receiving your first time deal, if you can call us directly to get more information about the transaction, that way we can make this right with you. Again we apologize your first experience with us was anything short of amazing and we hope you give Stone Age another shot in the near future.- Management