[graciegirl]

I think that I must not have a sophisticated palate as some who complain about the food here on campus.


. I love to cook and I have tried some challenging dishes over time and frequently have friends over to dine. I have eaten at five star restaurants over time and Sweetie and I have gone to several European countries in the past and have eaten some very satisfying meals. I lived in the Midwest and we are accustomed to just plain old roasts and lots of vegetables and fruits and have had some excellent teachers all around us in the art of baking and cooking. And I can comfortably follow most recipes and find cooking easy and fun.


I have had some decent meals here in The Villages and some good meals and some excellent ones. I feel that the prices are very fair for the quality of food we are served and I have NEVER felt that I could say the food was poor here generally.


I know that most of us are trying to outlive our savings and I no longer feel that I can spend over a hundred dollars for a meal for two often. I think that most of the restaurants here do a good job of giving most of us what we want.


I enjoy the big ole' Nathans hot dog and a soft drink at Sam's Club sometimes at lunchtime when I am shopping that costs $1.49 as much as my favorite places here to dine, Carrabas and Nancy Lopez.


Very much looking forward to the good stuff we are having today at our own table.


Very grateful for all of the good things, including a very good meal from time to time.


Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. Hope you share it with someone who smiles at you and give you several good hugs.