Today was all about food and friendship.

We ate at the Dessert Inn Dining Facility here on base. Max couldn’t go. They told me that either I, or the dog could eat there, but not both of us. They said even letting in old sailors in was stretching their rules so adding a dog to the mix went beyond acceptable. That’s a total lie, of course. We were greeted at the front door by who we ultimately figured out were spouses of the senior officers and enlisted folks who were working the serving lines. There were a number of colonels dishing up food, and they roamed the floor talking with diners when not serving. It was very nice.

It’s a pay as you go place, kinda like a casino except you pick your food then you pay. It’s not all you can eat for a set price, but it’s certainly reasonable. For two full plates of turkey dinner, it cost us $17. A gentleman joined us at our table for 8 and Diane initiated a conversation and got him talking with us. His name is Bob, and he’s a retired AF colonel with 28 years active. It was great talking with him. I think he said he is originally from Philly so maybe Barb knows him. Didn’t get a last name, though, so hard to tell.

Sunset tonight.

A great end to a really nice day.

Now, get busy on those leftovers!