Note: the italic text is a contribution by Elaine; the non-italic text is Yvon's.
Feb. 4, 2016
A bunch of us (11) drove to Yuma (Old Yuma) for a meal at the Prison Mill Brewing Co. restaurant.
A very nice experience. Being a microbrewery, it was possible to order samples of their products. The food was good, company was excellent. Altogether, a good time.
Feb. 5, 2016
I've done it! I have gradually gone away from sugar and cream in my morning coffee.
Now, no more sugar! I use Irish Cream. Very nice. I don't miss the sugar at all.
My doctor will be proud of me. (He is Irish!)
The plan for today: Old Yuma for a Mardi Gras festival with some friends.
Not sure what to expect, but some fun; a parade, maybe?
The event is scheduled to start at 17:00, until 23:00. We chose to arrive early, around 15:30; and hang out at Lutes Casino Restaurant, on the street where the Festival is going to happen; a place we have visited before and that have good food and atmosphere.
We arrived to a lightly crowded parking lot; as planned. We got an excellent choice of seats at Lutes, with no rush to miss anything. After a few drinks and good food, we left just in time to miss the rush; the festival had just gone in gear.
Stretched on Main St., for two blocks,
were vendors and entertainers of all kinds. At each end, there was a
stage, where various performances were presented.
We find out that there will be no parade this year.
As a community affair, the theme brought out very colourful and original ways to dress; traditional Mardi Gras costumes and creations.
While the boys enjoyed the celebrations, the girls joined the crowd with the spirit of the occasion.
Feb. 6, 2016
Early leave (relative! 8:30) to go to Somerton, AZ with some friends, for an advertised Chihuahua dog race. My imagination can hardly picture this.
Judging from the sunrise, we are in for a nice day.
Somerton is a small border town with a flair of Spanish culture. We are early and we easily find a parking spot on the church's ground. A lovely landmark with definite Spanish architecture.
We arrive to a pretty deserted event; and a crowd of various animals.
Camel, goats, donkey and trained pony, and a wide variety of dogs. But no unicorn...
We meet lots of dogs, of all sizes; there for the social occasion, some for participation in various events.
When I say "of all sizes", I mean that at some point, it became difficult to differentiate pony from dogs!!!
One of the event was the best dressed dog!!! the envy of many ladies.
Stopping at the Swap Meet (flee market) on the way back, to find a few selected items. It becomes an opportunity to enjoy a beer, while listening to the live entertainment.
At these places, one can never guess what is going to be around the corner.
In this case, I had the chance to get close and personal with quite a different type of vehicle. Creative and well done; a two-seater, comfy motor tricycle.
Feb. 4, 2016
A bunch of us (11) drove to Yuma (Old Yuma) for a meal at the Prison Mill Brewing Co. restaurant.
A very nice experience. Being a microbrewery, it was possible to order samples of their products. The food was good, company was excellent. Altogether, a good time.
Feb. 5, 2016
I've done it! I have gradually gone away from sugar and cream in my morning coffee.
Now, no more sugar! I use Irish Cream. Very nice. I don't miss the sugar at all.
My doctor will be proud of me. (He is Irish!)
The plan for today: Old Yuma for a Mardi Gras festival with some friends.
Not sure what to expect, but some fun; a parade, maybe?
The event is scheduled to start at 17:00, until 23:00. We chose to arrive early, around 15:30; and hang out at Lutes Casino Restaurant, on the street where the Festival is going to happen; a place we have visited before and that have good food and atmosphere.
We arrived to a lightly crowded parking lot; as planned. We got an excellent choice of seats at Lutes, with no rush to miss anything. After a few drinks and good food, we left just in time to miss the rush; the festival had just gone in gear.
Stretched on Main St., for two blocks,
were vendors and entertainers of all kinds. At each end, there was a
stage, where various performances were presented.We find out that there will be no parade this year.
As a community affair, the theme brought out very colourful and original ways to dress; traditional Mardi Gras costumes and creations.
While the boys enjoyed the celebrations, the girls joined the crowd with the spirit of the occasion.
Early leave (relative! 8:30) to go to Somerton, AZ with some friends, for an advertised Chihuahua dog race. My imagination can hardly picture this.
Judging from the sunrise, we are in for a nice day.
Somerton is a small border town with a flair of Spanish culture. We are early and we easily find a parking spot on the church's ground. A lovely landmark with definite Spanish architecture.
We arrive to a pretty deserted event; and a crowd of various animals.
Camel, goats, donkey and trained pony, and a wide variety of dogs. But no unicorn...
We meet lots of dogs, of all sizes; there for the social occasion, some for participation in various events.
When I say "of all sizes", I mean that at some point, it became difficult to differentiate pony from dogs!!!
One of the event was the best dressed dog!!! the envy of many ladies.
Stopping at the Swap Meet (flee market) on the way back, to find a few selected items. It becomes an opportunity to enjoy a beer, while listening to the live entertainment.
At these places, one can never guess what is going to be around the corner.
In this case, I had the chance to get close and personal with quite a different type of vehicle. Creative and well done; a two-seater, comfy motor tricycle.
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