And let the Vacation begin......

Much the same here in Lotus Land, Danielle. The climate in Medicine Hat is the same as much of the rest of the country and that means cold in winter, but I left that behind over 30 years ago, and 'cold' now means I put a fleece vest under my nylon shell. As for boots...! I pitched my last pair about six years ago, and just wear sneakers if there's any snow. I'm actually headed out for a couple of hours, to visit my Dad, and do a bit of shopping, but will be back likely around 5:30 or 6 -- Ok, so about 3 hours. Don't spend all your (virtual) money in one place !

Oh Ashley, everything is so beautiful. What are we doing now?

Hi, everyone!!! I had to catch up! Medicine Hat is a great town, Ashley! You even have a Body Shop - one up on my little town Did you read the paper? I guess some of you took some Cedar Waxwings out drinking because about 100 of them got drunk and smashed into a building and died. I love Cedar Waxwings

Whew! Lots to catch up on! Sorry I haven't been around lately; I've been going through some personal stuff lately and haven't felt much like participating.

Fran, I've always wanted to go to Vancouver, now I really want to go!! What an awesome city! And Ashley, I'm looking forward to checking out Medicine Hat too!!

Now, I think I'll go do some shopping, then head back to the hotel to relax before we go out.

Hey, Linda! Good to see you! Sorry things have been unsettled for you. I hope that's working itself out.

Glad you enjoyed catching up on Vancouver. If you decide to come this way, let me know. You might have noticed, I think it's a pretty neat place, too

Well, I've got the cold weather gear I need for tomorrow. Good thing it's virtual, because I sure don't in reality!!

Now I'm hungry, so I've wandered over to Ralph's, as Ashley suggested. Care to join me? http://www.ralphsbar.com/index.html

I'm having

Garlic Ribs: 7.75
Prepared with fresh garlic cloves, seasoned and piled high!

followed by
Filet: 8oz - 23.95
Very thick & very juicy. The most tender steak.
with garlic toast, fresh vegetable and roasted potatoes
And Peppercorn Gravy

and after that, I think I'm going to be full enough that dessert is going to be
Ralph's Texas Coffee: 4.75
Baileys, Kahlua Grand Marnier & coffee

Hey Fran!

I'm pretty hungry too... so I believe I will join you!

*Looks at the menu*

Hmmm.... I'm going to have:


Quesadillas: (chicken)
Flour tortilla shells grilled with spicy chicken, tomatoes, green onions and out three cheese blend


Prime Rib: 8oz
Slow cooked, served in its own juice with yorkshire pudding



and because I'm absolutely famished (and I can't pass it up!)


Cheese Cake:
New York Style Cheese Cake with Strawberry topping.

MMMMMMM...nothing wrong with YOUR taste!

What can I say, I love food!! Yours looks just as tasty!

Hey all! We're back! Jasper is over his tummy upset. He must be, because when I woke up he was gone. when he returned he was wearing a war bonnet. what is the closest tribe? I'm afraid I may have to do some returning... *sigh*

Hmm need to check the menu -

Oooh! Chicken Cordon Bleu and Apple Pie!

Welcome back!

Jasper I'm glad you're feeling better. Having an upset tummy is no fun.

Hi Jan and Jasper! Glad you're feeling better Jasper -- I don't suppose you've discovered your limit, have you?

Yeah, Jan, do have a look at this menu. There's lots of yummy stuff on it.

I'm going to disappear for a short while, while I go put some other yummy stuff on the table for my sweetie and me. Won't be long. Doesn't take forever to whomp something useful out of experienced food (aka leftovers). See y'all in a while.

Hi

Hi Tina, Pitufo, Gordo and Princess!

I'm hungry
For Appetizers, I'll have the Jumbo Shrimp...the Coconut Shrimp.
and I'll have the Filet: 8oz - the 10oz
Very thick & very juicy. The most tender steak
and some Irish Coffee: Irish whiskey & coffee

Gordo, will have the Porterhouse, the king of steaks! 24oz
Our thickest and largest cut. A must try for the hungry man,


Princess will the have Chicken Burger
Plump and juicy 6oz breast served on a seeded kaiser with BBQ sauce, tomato and shredded lettuce

Pitufo will have the Salmon
An 8oz filet of Atlantic salmon topped with shrimp & hollandaise. Grilled or poached

Hi Linda

For Desert, I'll have the Parfaits: Vanilla ice cream with your choice of liquor. (It had me at liquor)

Yummy! There's certainly some great food on that menu!!

Well, it's time for me to sign off... I'm starting to nod off! lol I'll see you all tomorrow!

I think I need to sign off,too. I am having the cramps from hell tonight. I also thought I was going to have to stay up because of a house fire just down the road and they were talking about cutting off the gas or evacuating. But, it has been quiet, so I guess all is well. (The house was destroyed, but the family was out at the time. Unfortunately, their dog did not survive.)