We had a quiet weekend, deciding to pass on the Rodeo. Instead on Saturday morning we went to the health fair at the Harlingen hospital – there are lots of health care providers looking for business in this part of Texas. Then it was off to the Harlingen street market which was filled with “antiques and collectibles” although we have to admit that there was not much in either category that interested us.
On Sunday we tried a different Mexican restaurant in San Benito for breakfast – it was very good. We spent the afternoon around Fun N Sun and had an early supper so that we could watch the Super Bowl. It was amazing how quiet the park was and how empty the Ice Cream Social was although the Activity Office had claimed there was no interest in an organized Super Bowl party.
Monday afternoon turned into a beautiful sunny day. It was fun to see people out walking again and enjoying the pool. While Paul, Greg and Linda were riding their bikes in the park, the Valley Morning Times newspaper snapped their picture. Tuesday’s front page featured their picture under the caption “Enjoying the weather… while it lasts”. The clip read “Residents of Fun N Sun RV Resort in San Benito, ride bicycles Monday when the day’s high temperature reached 79 degrees. Temperatures are only expected to be in the mid-50’s today, with the mercury dropping to 37 tonight. The forecast for Wednesday and Thursday is a high of 53 and a low of 47 at night, with a chance for rain.”
Unfortunately the forecasters have been correct and we are now back to heavy sweatshirts and rain jackets. Of course, we know most of you are buried under lots of snow!!!
Since our Tuesday trip to the Pump House was cancelled, we headed off to Donna and had lunch at the Garcia’s sisters. This is a well known local eatery that is housed in a plain building with no signage. The sisters make a fixed amount of hamburger and once it is gone, that’s it for the day. The burgers are the size of the cook’s hand – which is the size of a baseball glove. A real cultural experience. After lunch we headed off to the outlet mall for some shopping. Sarah Getto was the evening’s entertainment – she is a 26 year old singer who plays the piano and fiddle despite being blind since birth. She has a beautiful voice and she gave a great concert.
On Wednesday morning Paul went golfing and Jane went to “Toys for Tots”. Wednesday evening was a 50’s & 60’s dance which was sponsored by the Fun N Sun group named “The CRABS” also known as Conservative Retired Adult Bikers. The evening started with hot dogs and root beer floats. We brought our own beer too! The live band “The Cruisers” played, and we had a great evening. Paul even came in second place in the yoyo competition. Jane tried the hula hoop, but no luck.
Thursday was a rainy day. Paul started his day at the local GMC dealership to get the oil changed on the truck. Good thing he brought a book, three hours later (and this was his third trip) it was completed. Ya gotta love the slower pace down here. mañana rules!
Today we are off to a nine year old’s birthday party at a local pizza restaurant. Later this evening Jennifer arrives and we are looking forward to her visit.
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