Apr 29th to May 4th - Mesa to Yuma

Apr 29^th – Wed

Laundry this morning and then we continued moving stuff to the toy hauler. It was also a chance to clear out old food that sits in the back of cupboards, fridge & freezer. I was able to leave the freezer doors open after we transferred everything and it was the easiest defrost ever. I could just pry the frost buildup a bit and it came right off.

We went golfing at Lone Tree GC with Bruce & Ann. We had a 12:08 tee time but got off early as they weren't very busy. It was another nice course and another challenge for me as I just don't golf enough longer, 18 holes. It was a good thing that we played early as we had to go back for Terry's sunglasses and then get to the pool party at VVV which started at 5. Not too many people in the pool and no squirt guns. The music was not exceptional but the company of friends outweighs most negatives.

We weren't done when the pool party broke up. A group of us went to Bill & Beth's for a happy hour(s) in their back yard. Bruce brought his guitar and another good time was had by all.
 

Apr 30^th – Thurs
We went to coffee & doughnuts this morning and Terry won the draw - 2 tickets to a spaghetti feed which we can't use so he gave them to Bonnie.

We finished up moving a few items to the toy hauler and closed up the fifth wheel. Terry closed the bedroom slide and then loaded the bed with the items that need to be stored for the summer – fold down benches from the toy hauler and a table. He also moved the propane tanks inside since the compartment does not lock and the rig is uncovered this time.

We joined some friends at Ft. McDowell casino at 11:30. We left in time to get home, make a drink and go to Sun Life for “music in the ballroom” where Dakota Kid was playing. We did a lot of dancing – line and 2-steppin. There were 11 of us from VVV and a decent turnout from Sun Life. Then 7 of us went to China City Buffet for dinner. Nothing like cramming in a lot in one day!

 

May 1^st – Fri

We pulled out to load the bike and Bruce & Ann walked over for a final hug. We will certainly miss them.

We hit the road about 9:00 for our short trip to Yuma. We stopped for fuel and a sandwich and checked into River's Edge RV park in Winterhaven at 12:30. A flawless parking job by Terry and we were set up in a short time. It was hot but this park has large trees which provide shade in the afternoon. The last time we stayed here we ended up with ants in the rig so we will keep an eye out for the little buggers.

Drinks, dinner and a walk around the park for a little exercise.

May 2^nd – Sat

After coffee & computer games this morning we took the bike into Yuma. We drove around a bit before having something to eat and then finding that the flea market is not open at this time of year. Nothing else to do besides go to the Paradise Casino.

I won a bit as soon as we got there which is good & bad. Good because I have some of “their” money to play with and bad because we are not going to leave right away with $ in our pocket! We played for several hours and I ended up even while Terry left them his allowance.

We stopped on the way back for an item for dinner and had a quiet evening. We are situated on our site so we can open the window and watch TV from lawn chairs outside.

May 3^rd – Sun

Terry cleaned up the bike while I made a late breakfast and then we headed to the Quechan Casino which is way too close to this park. Again we both did OK – I broke even and Terry nearly covered his losses from yesterday.

It was too far & too hot to ride for groceries so I thawed some steaks and figured out dinner. Terry got out the BBQ and it was nice enough to sit in the shade and dine outside.

May 4^th – Mon

Today was the reason for being here and the one I was dreading – a trip to the dentist in Algodones. We stopped first for an inexpensive ($4.99 ham & eggs) breakfast at Quechan Casino and still had time for a little slot play. Surprise – small wins again.

We arrived at the Nava Dental Clinic before my 11:00 appointment but they got me in right after I filled out the standard health questionnaire. They started with cleaning which took a long time as the young lady first had to chart all the fillings & crowns in my teeth which are many. I also missed a cleaning last year and had wicked plaque which I pretty much knew from sensitive gums. So the cleaning took over an hour! An x-ray confirmed that I would need a root canal on my broken tooth which has a huge filling and was scheduled for a crown. I had a 15 minute break while the root canal specialist set up his equipment. Terry was already pacing & impatient!

The root canal guy ground out the old filling and was very methodical so it seemed like forever until he was done. He put in a springy gizmo designed to keep your mouth open and this stayed in place the rest of the time I was there!! I was informed that I would need a temporary crown today and could come back tomorrow for the final crown. Another young lady worked on the temporary crown which seemed more like a permanent one in time & fitting.

I had to wait about 20 minutes for the dentist to be available to do the “readings” for the permanent crown. They make the crowns in the office which is mainly why I switched to this dentist. He was not the least bit gentle which was really tough on my already sore gums & mouth. I finally got out at 4:40 – 6 HOURS in the chair!!

We went into Yuma to get something to eat and fuel up the truck. I was not the least bit interested in eating right away so dinner was takeout from Carl's Jr. After a couple of aspirin and a lot of water, I finally nibbled some food and then hit “the hard stuff”. Really looking forward to going back tomorrow – NOT!!!