Oct 10th to 12th - Mesa

Oct 10^th – Thurs

We remembered to go to coffee & doughnuts this morning.  I sorted clothes before exercise class, helped decorate the ballroom after class, made breakfast, showered and finally we went to do laundry.

We went to MCY and did some line dances with Bobbie.  Terry went to play poker at 6.  When he returned at 7 –oops, first out! – we joined Joe & Stella and new neighbors Bill & Margie to sit around a buddy burner at Phyllis & Dave’s.  It was cool enough for long pants and a light jacket so it was perfect weather for a “fire”.

Oct 11^th – Fri

After having breakfast at The 5’n Diner, we went to Costco to see if I could get an eye exam for new contacts.  The store and vision area were really busy but I was able to get an appointment for tomorrow. 

Music in the courtyard was provided by “John & Suzie” who were very good singers & musicians.  Not only did they not take a break, they barely paused between songs.

Terry saw Larry & Suz arrive and went to greet them.  They had a dead battery on their tow car but their site is on a corner so they were able to pull the car beside their spot before unhitching.

We left MCY a bit early, changed into long pants, picked up Larry and Harry & Cathy and went to the Buffalo Chip bar & restaurant for dinner.  Also going were Jerry & Becky, Chief, Al & Linda and Steve & Theresa (just met them).  We drove 40 miles to Cave Creek, arrived at 6 and found the restaurant packed but we were able to sit at a long table outside.  A draw at this place is three sessions of bull riding on Wed & Friday.  The first session was at 8 and we were still eating!!  The server started out badly by not being able to figure out drinks when the first round finally arrived and things got worse from there.  We went to the back where the small corral & grandstand are located but couldn’t see anything.  We decided not to fight the crowds for the 9 o’clock show and headed home.

Oct 12^th – Sat

We went back to Costco for my 9:40 eye appointment.  I got a pair of trial contacts that are a new brand and slightly different prescription.  I also received the “designer” sunglasses so I could get back to the truck with my eyes dilated.

We went to see Larry & Suz and to invite them for dinner.  We just got back when Dennis & Gloria dropped by.  We went grocery shopping and then relaxed with computer games until it was time to make dinner.  After dinner we all went to a dance here in the park.  There was a small turnout again but we were able to relearn several line dances with Bobbie.

After the dance Larry, Larry & Julie, Jerry & Becky, Neil & Robin and Harry & Cathy came over to enjoy a buddy burner and a nightcap.  Luckily Joe & Stella were still awake and joined us as well.