Feb 20th to 22nd - Mesa

Feb 20^th – Fri

Terry was feeling a little rough this morning so things were quiet around here. We went to see Don & Susan's new vinyl flooring in their motor home – very nice. We visited with Larry & Barb for a bit.

We went to a post office to see about applying for Terry's passport but there are only a few post offices that have the service so we just stopped at Walgreens to get photos. I completed an application online for Terry and relaxed while he went to listen to music in the courtyard.

We went to Dennis & Gloria's for dinner and cards. We played a few hands of a game that Gloria wanted to refresh in her mind and then played a game of Cross Cribbage.

Feb 21^st – Sat

We played golf with the Saturday group and were paired with Chris & Anne. Unfortunately we only had one helping of “birdy juice” - not great games today. We stopped at Costco for a few items on the way back and then went to the courtyard for lunch and dancing. But the singer – Pete Byam - also told jokes so we didn't get much dancing. We left a bit early to join a group next door for birthday cake for Joe.

We had a light dinner before going to a regular Saturday night dance with North Star. There was not a huge crowd so the dance floor was not jammed and we had room to line dance. Sometimes we had a large group joining us and other times it was just Terri & me. Always fun.

Feb 22^nd – Sun

We slept a little late and then headed to the laundry room. We did the usual back & forth and ended up with Terry finishing the folding as I forgot to start one dryer and I had to go to dance rehearsal. Terry had run a couple of errands on the motorcycle and had it at the laundry so I took it to dance. I continued a forgetful day and Terry WALKED to bring me a couple of dollars so he took the bike home!

I made us a sandwich and then put together devilled eggs for later before relaxing with computer games.

Dar & Bob had a big gathering (60+ ?) at the bocce court with what started as heavy appies and ended up being dinner. Most people played a game of bocce. Clouds had moved in and the temperature cooled off which was actually nicer than blazing sun on the courts. It started at 3 so we were home early.

We are going to Palm Springs for 4 days tomorrow so I won't be posting to the blog until the end of the week.

Feb 17th to 19th - Mesa

Feb 17^th – Tues

I got the blog caught up before we picked up Nancy and Bob & Sandi to go to Organ Stop Pizza for another lunch just for our park. It was excellent as usual. We danced to Ricky Ricci (not our favorite) in the courtyard.

I had put dinner in the crockpot so we could eat before going to line dance lessons. Then we decided not to go to lessons as they were just reviewing dances so we had a nice dinner and a relaxing evening.

 

Feb 18^th – Wed

After breakfast we went grocery shopping. I put everything away, put a roast in the crock pot and finally started the process to renew our passports. Because my application is coming from & returning to the US, it will cost me $260 for a 10 year passport instead of the $160 that it costs to be mailed to Canada.

Dennis & Gloria dropped in for a chat before we went to the courtyard. The Brookharts play very danceable music and we took full advantage of it.

Bob & Sandi and Dennis & Donna came over at 5 to make some buddy burners. We ended up making 4 burners and about 8:30 I finally dished up dinner for Terry & I and Sandi made sandwiches for her & Bob and anyone else who wanted one. Joe & Stella had joined us by then.

Feb 19^th – Thurs

Terry golfed this morning and I first went to Coffee & Doughnuts and then went shopping with with Terri & Clare. I had time for lunch & puttering around before going for dance rehearsal at 2:00.

We went to the courtyard for a bit and then came back to change for the Canada Day Party. Talk about a sea of red & white clothes! The party was put on by Ontario this year with Steve Stairs & North Star providing the music. A good time was had by all.

Feb 12th to 16th - Mesa

Feb 12^th - Thurs

After going to coffee & doughnuts (didn't win anything from sponsor Camping World) and doing a small catch-up blog entry, I relaxed a while with computer games. I agreed to take part in a line dance for the park variety show next month and had a practice at 1:00.

We went to MCY and danced before changing and picking up Dennis & Gloria to go the the Arizona Opry. Today's show was Mark Lucas and the Wild Bunch and was a great show as usual.

Feb 13^th – Fri

Normal lazy morning with a short trip for a burger and to pick up a few groceries. Marg called and I had a nice chat with her.

We are now looking for some shade when we go to the courtyard. Luckily Terri goes early and gets a good table – thanks!!!

We had Larry & Barb over for dinner so we sat outside for a drink first. In no time at all our chairs – and then some - were filled with friends and we had an impromptu happy hour. We were sorry to chase everyone out at 7 so we could have dinner.

Feb 14^th – Sat

Our Sunday group played golf at Desert Sands this morning (tournament tomorrow required a reschedule). We didn't play together but we each managed to have another less than stellar game. Sandi & Bob prepared a yummy lunch. We know that Sandi did most of the work as Bob played golf! We were done in time to catch part of music in the courtyard from 1-3.

We had a bit of down time before going to the Valentine's dinner & dance. Dinner was prime rib and was better for some than for our table as we were the second to last table called for the food line and somehow they couldn't keep baked potatoes hot. Oh well! We didn't enjoy the band too much and the dance floor was smaller than usual due to the round tables for dinner. Cross this event off our list for next year.

Feb 15^th – Sun

We had a quiet morning before I went to practice our line dance routine. We were in the Fiesta community center so we – and especially Nancy who is dancing as well as leading the group - could see ourselves in the wall mirrors. Not always a pretty sight!

Larry & Barb had a happy hour(s) gathering at their site which was fun as usual. We had a light dinner and went to play cards/dice game at Rick & Vi's along with Dennis & Donna and Bob & Dar. We were comfortable sitting outside until we quit shortly before quiet time at 10:00.

Feb 16^th – Mon

I met the line dance ladies at the Country Store (sale here at the park) to get “bling” for our dance and then went through the rest of the sale with Terri. Dave & Margo – friends from Walla Walla – arrived for a visit about 10:00. After a cup of coffee and lots of catching up, we went for a tour of the changes here in the park. They stayed here a couple of years ago so were familiar with the facilities. We ended up at the courtyard where we had lunch. They left shortly after music & dancing started at 3 as they are staying in Phoenix and didn't want to end up stuck in rush hour traffic.

We went to Fat Willy's for dinner with Richard & Nancy. Then we taught them to play Ponytail Canasta which was easy for them to pick up as they play Hand & Foot Canasta. Unfortunately the guys won.

Jan 26th to Feb 11th - Mesa

Jan 26^th – Feb 11^th

I wondered when someone would ask about the blog and finally Claude gave me a gentle little nudge!

I was overwhelmed doing the entry for the cruise and was already behind when I finished it so I thought I would take a little break. I guess it is about time to get back to the routine.

We have been line dancing a lot and loving it. Our dance instructor Bobbie says she is happy to see her “little chickies” decide on a dance and head to the floor without her. The weather warmed up early which is wonderful since that is why we are all here in the south. We did end up line dancing in the rain in the courtyard one day.

We had a nice visit from Don & Joanne and Lorne & Diane (Joanne's sister). We showed off the changes to VVV – Joanne loved the fiber arts center, we enjoyed lunch in the new courtyard, and the gym was a hit (just to look!). It's a good thing that Diane was the DD as the guys had to try a new single malt Scotch.

We have joined the FitBit group. For those who haven't been exposed, FitBit is a brand of step & exercise trackers and we have the model worn on the wrist which is also a watch. It is quite motivating. We usually get our recommended 10,000 steps after we finish line dancing for a couple of hours in the afternoon.

I will TRY to keep up the blog. Thanks for reading!