Dinner At Fire Rock Navajo Casino

Above, Cheii Grill at Fire Rock Casino. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Yesterday, I spent most of the afternoon doing yard work. The weeds here grow pretty fast.

I mainly used a Ryobi string trimmer to cut the weeds down (I'll have to invest in a lawn mower to get the job done faster). After several hours of this (with breaks for the lithium battery to charge), my arms felt as if they'd fall off. So I was in no mood to cook dinner.

I decided to treat myself to a green chile chicken Alfredo at the Cheii Grill at Fire Rock Navajo Casino near Gallup. It is only about nine miles from home on Historic Route 66.

Above, the green chile chicken Alfredo. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

I got there and ordered. While waiting, I did some reading on my phone and really didn't notice the time pass. The waitress came over and apologized about the long delay in getting my order. It must've been about 40 minutes since I ordered.

Eventually, my order arrived. Although I miss the linguine and clams they had, the green chile chicken Alfredo is a delicious alternative.

Above, eastbound on Route 66 just east of Church Rock, New Mexico. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The waitress returned with my bill and said that she talked to the manager and because it took so long for my order, they discounted the meal. The total (including tax and a drink) came to $7.37. Normally, the meal alone (before tax) is $11.95. Not too shabby!

Above, last night's fire. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

After paying the bill, I wandered around the casino for a little while. Although I had good luck playing roulette at Casino Royale aboard the Majesty of the Seas during our Cuba cruise, I wasn't in a gambling mood. So, I headed back home on Route 66 and upon arrival, fired up the fire pit.

Today's agenda is just paying bills and doing laundry. Then, once that's done, relaxing on the deck with a cigar and some Alien Amber Ale.