A few days ago Lyle and Liz, a couple from Vancouver Island who we met in Mexico a few years ago rode over on their bikes from their nearby park. They have been following the Blog and knew we were here. We had a nice short visit over a couple of beers and they invited us over to their park model for dinner last night.
It was a very fun, diverse group of their friends and neighbors which included a Republican ex-pat Canadian, a retired (Conservative) Canadian Navy and BC Ferry worker who seems to supplement his pensions with gambling, a retired couple from Calgary, their friend, a financial consultant from Alberta and Lyle, Liz, Norma and I who are all unabashed Socialists. Everyone behaved themselves and we had a very enjoyable time. Lyle cooked up some wonderful crab and spinach stuffed salmon on the BBQ.
One of the women was contemplating dental work in Mexico and I was able to give her a few tips. This morning I emailed her links to mine, Ricks and Don's blog pages where we detail our experiences. I hope this helps her come to the decision to take advantage of the savings in Mexico.
We got home at about 9:00 "Arizona Midnight", had a coffee and turned in. A great evening with great people!
Fun to watch the Turkish Stars aerobatic team
11 hours ago
Given the assortment of political views present, I'm astounded that you guys didn't end up in a food fight - well done!
ReplyDeleteIt was a strain but we got through it!
DeleteWhat, no Communists? ;)
ReplyDeleteNot even in the closet Don. I checked. ;)
DeleteLove the '9:00 "Arizona Midnight"'.
ReplyDeletehome at about 9:00 "Arizona Midnight" - I heard it as snowbirds midnight - both fit.
ReplyDeleteAt the Palm Springs park lights started going out at 8:00 and by 10:00 even ours were out.
ReplyDeleteSo many funny things about your post Croft - coffee and then to bed is my favourite!
ReplyDeleteLights out by 10!
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