Mr. Martini and Mr. Rossi

Decided to have a Manhattan last night. Ran out of vermouth so picked up some. However, they did not have Martini and Rossi, except in big huge bottles. So, I decided to get an off brand for the first time. This is in spite of the fact that a wise sage once told me never to use anything but Martini and Rossi. Well, stupid me learned the lesson the hard way. Couldn't even finish the drink. Today I remedied the situation with a stop at Total Wine.

Had lunch yesterday with Tom and Nancy Widell at Phil's in Punta Gorda. The food was great last Wednesday and just as good today. We always enjoy our time with Tom and Nancy!! Today I went to see "1917" at the movies with my brother. Excellent film...very well done!  No pictures today and yesterday as I am a moron!

Almost bought a truck on Saturday up in Tampa at a wholesale dealer. Everyone was very nice but we really felt like cattle. It's like they are doing you a favor letting you buy there. And actually they are as the prices are fabulous. 2018 4x4 Silverado with 35k miles for only 22k. Wow! When it came time to buy we were informed that we needed cash or a cashier's check. No exceptions! So we passed but we plan to go back again in March.  Mooo!!!! Here is the truck:

Above is the "cattle pen" where you wait patiently for your vehicle to appear so you can take it for a test drive