Hi, sorry for the absence from the blog...been very busy! I spent the weekend by myself at our new home, just taking inventory, stocking shelves, etc. I couldn't help but notice, what to me is a phenomena. The home is in Palm Desert, California, an upscale retreat for the weekend and holidays, and ALSO a winter home for "snowbirds" from the frozen eastern US and from Canada. The thing is, a large segment of the people seeking a retreat are over 60. Well, maybe over 70. I am discounting the young families with children who come down for Spring or Winter Break.
The older set eats early, very early, and they like to go out to eat. I thought I would beat the crowd and get to the restaurant for a 5:00 dinner (I like to eat early, too). I had to park two blocks away from several good eateries, even though they had valet parking. The valets were mobbed. The place I chose has great food, is casual, and is comfortable for a person alone. I had to "wade" my way through the bar full of partying seniors to get to my tiny table. It was surrounded by large parties of, you guessed it, older folks (around my age). A friend told me that "Happy Hour" in the desert starts around 4:00, and by 6:30 or 7:00 PM the restaurants empty out. WHAT DO YOU DO AT 6:30???? I guess your fun evening just begins. Or, you go home and watch TV.
I had the same problem with the crowds as I tried to get into several restaurants for breakfast (I hadn't bought food for the house yet). I think we are going to eat at home a lot!!
You know, Palm Desert is a good place to open a business selling canes and walkers!
