A fun-filled Wednesday is in the books, jam-packed with healthy activities that any retired old-timer is sure to appreciate. At least this one did.
I kicked things off with the Wednesday Walkers for an enjoyable morning hike. Only three of us in attendance this week and I led the group up into the hills on a trail I haven’t attempted in way too long.
It turns out not many others have been making that climb either. We were surprised at how overgrown and hard to find the trail had become. We went off course a couple of times but plowed ahead through the tall thatch grass until we reconnected with the desired path.
There was no rest for the weary when the hike was done. I went home for lunch and a shower, then headed back out to the VFW to participate in some dart league action. My game was every bit as good as I expected it would be. Our team did win the match by a lopsided score of 11-2. And I was directly responsible for those two losses. On the bright side, I guess that makes me the best player on our opponent’s team.
After darts, I made my way to Hideaway for the Wednesday feeding of the crew. I brought along a new dessert I found at the Pure Gold supermarket.
After Hideaway, I went to the Green Room and used my 50% off coupon on some beers. The coupon was also good at Wet Spot next door (same owner), so I went there and had some more beers. One of the reasons I don’t play dart league is it requires an early 2 p.m. start to my beer drinking (and don’t suggest I play without my “aiming fluid”; that defeats the purpose!). That’s my excuse for being a little more inebriated than usual. I didn’t do anything stupid, though, unless buying some food for my two favorites and pecan pie for me is dumb. And I did have a 15% discount coupon for Sit-n-Bull, so it was practically a steal!
Home and in bed before nine; that’s how I roll these days.
I’m happy to report that the money the bank “stole” from my account has now been returned. Two days is much better than two weeks!
Commenter Kevin Kim was asking about the Kalaklan Ridge. I’m still trying to find a good map, but I’ve hiked it for several kilometers without issue. One thing I’ve never seen up there are motorcycles (it’s impassable for cars), but I came across this video of some bikers having a Kalaklan adventure. It gives you an idea of what the trail is like, at least on the most commonly traveled portion.
I also found this video showing the Barretto beachfront, warts and all. Yeah, it ain’t exactly pristine, but I’m glad I’m here.
Are you ready for today’s lame pun? Here you go:
That’s all I’ve got for today. More to come tamale.
I enjoyed the tree shots, and congrats on winning the darts match 11-2. Are you going to start practicing at home again? And will home practice be with or without aiming fluid?
Your box of banana-marshmallow choco pies has Arabic on it. Careful, or the ladies might eat them and turn into ululating jihadis.
“I get knocked down, but I get up again, you’re never gonna keep me down…”
Based on the above, I was willing to bet money that your song would be Tubthumping
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H5uWRjFsGc
How wrong I was. LOL
Re: Darts – How many games are you involved with during a match? You said that you lost two, but that was better than a forfeit, so I assume you participate in at least three?
Brian, I love that song and considered using it, but “Up, Up and Away” seemed a better fit with the post’s theme. And yes, those two songs are like day and night in tone and spirit.
Damn, I hadn’t done the math–maybe I’m not better than a forfeit! The key to having enough players is doubles–automatic losses there if you are one short. I participated in four games, losing one singles match and one doubles.
Kev, I can’t seem to find the motivation to practice at home. I’ve just lost my passion for the game. Oddly enough, I rarely drink at home and try not to imbibe outside of my 4-8 p.m. window, so I’d likely practice without the aiming juice.
I hadn’t noticed the Arabic. Hopefully, I won’t lose my head over it!
“That’s all I’ve got for today. More to come tamale”.( LOL) First thing I thought of was South of The Border in Hamer, South Carolin just before you enter North Carolina on I-95. They have their billboard signs alongside interstate 95 as you travel. Here’s one of the sayings I’ve seen on their roadside signs as I’ve traveled north from Georgia. “Pedro’s Weather Report!”” Chili Today—Hot Tamale!” Then the bottom of the sign shows your miles to Pedro’s South of The Border. On my many travels I’ve never stopped but its on my bucket list. It’s lit-up like Christmas when you go by there at night. Hotel, dining, shopping and attractions. Been there since 1950.Quite the institution. Anyway, if your daytime job doesn’t work out for you, it looks like you can get a job with South of the Border as a digital nomad and write witty Mexican-themed quotes for the company.
What do people in Idaho say when they touch something hot?
Hot Potato.
What do people in Mexico say when they touch something hot?
Hot Tamale.
What do people in China say when they touch something hot?
Hot Dog.
And Peace Out McCrarey!
Soju, I lived in South Carolina for many years (technically, I still do) and have actually visited South of the Border a couple of times. It’s too touristy for my tastes, but I’ve seen their punny billboards, and they always make me smile.
And when it is cold in Mexico, do they say chili today?