Today In Gallup

Finally, I got my order of Alien Amber Ale today. It took longer since the liquor department manager, Eric Romero, passed away last month. I ordered it on April 2. Apparently, the person now handling liquor department orders wasn't too familiar with the process (or something). Eric usually had it in within a week.

I wasn't too concerned about it as long as I have it by next month's three-chapter Clampout. Besides, I received my income tax refund the other day, so my wallet was fortified with extra cash.

I went to Gallup this evening for dinner at the El Rancho Hotel's Silver Screen Restaurant. Following that, I went to the market to pick up a few things, including the beer. 

Today In Gallup

Above, today's lunch at the El Rancho Hotel. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Today, after our coffee gathering at Denny's I headed into Gallup to pick up my meds. Russell Azbill also had to pick up his meds so he came along.

After getting my meds, we went to the Silver Screen Restaurant at the El Ranch Hotel. There, we were served by a very nice waitress named Alex. We both had the Rita Moreno plate consisting of enchiladas.

Above, Eric Romero. From his Facebook page.

Following that, we went to get Russell's meds and do some shopping at Albertson's. There, I received some sad news. I was going to order my usual case of Alien Amber Ale from Eric Romero, the liquor department manager. I asked one of the clerks if Eric was in, but was told that he passed away on March 17. He had several health issues, but he was a dedicated professional. He had a good knowledge on wines and we had some great talks on the subject. He will be missed. 

I went ahead and ordered a case of Alien Amber Ale (one must be ready for the upcoming clampout). 

Although we did a lot of running around, Russell and I both agreed that we had fun doing so. 

Today In Gallup

Above, the Gallup Coffee Company shop. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Today was spent taking care of business in Gallup.

I had to take Larry Lucier to his physical therapy appointment. While he was doing that, I headed off to have my vacuum cleaner checked out. It turned out that one of the hoses was blocked. That was quickly remedied.

While I was at the vacuum repair shop, a couple of men were changing fittings on fluorescent light fixtures so that they would take LED light tubes. I talked to one of them and his brother is a licensed electrician. I told him that I have a problem with a circuit breaker and the fluorescent fixtures in the kitchen need new ballasts. He took my card and he said he'd have his brother contact me.

From there, I went over to the Gallup Coffee Company shop for a hot mocha. I relaxed there for a while.

Above, one of the items I got with my state tax refund. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Then, I went to Albertson's to get some groceries. I received my state tax refund in the mail today and ended up almost spending it all. I bought some stuff that I normally wouldn't, but figured I'd splurge a little. 

One item I bought was a bottle of Screwball Peanut Butter Whiskey. To me, it tastes better than regular whiskey. I tried some at the last clampout I attended last year and liked it.

Once I was done shopping, I headed out to pick up Larry and we had dinner at the El Rancho Hotel restaurant. 

Not a bad day. Even the wind cooperated.

A Shopping Surprise

Above, National Guardsmen and security at Albertson's last April. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Today seems to be a little respite between the governor's health order that expired yesterday and a new one starting tomorrow.

I went to Albertson's market in Gallup this morning to get some groceries as I was running low on food and other stuff. I was expecting to see a long line of people waiting to get into the market. But when I got there, there was no line and I was able to go in, grab a cart and shop. What a pleasant surprise! The market looked the most packed that I've seen in quite a while. 

Thankfully, I was able to get everything I needed. They even had packages of Angel Soft bathroom tissue (i.e., toilet paper). I bought a package of nine mega rolls. They had a sign in the toilet paper section stating purchases are limited to three packages per shopper. The shelves were empty of the other brands.

I was pleased that everything worked out just fine. We'll see how things go with the new health orders go into effect.