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[GooooMarquette]

Depends how long you want your retirement to last.

[mu_hilltopper]

Kinda forgot I had a box of Boo-Berry and Count Chocula in the pantry until this morning.

Opened the Double-B first, thinking I'd ramp up to the Double-C next week.

[jsglow]

Re: retirement anyone familiar with St George's Utah? I've heard good things.

St. George is great.  Big enough to be a real place with a population maybe 90,000.  Wonderful access to outstanding outdoor recreation if you're into that.  More elevation than Vegas so it's not warm at all in the winter.

[jsglow]

As to Goooooo's comment, my question is have you ever been off the Strip?  We almost NEVER even go to the Strip.  So no disrespect intended but anyone who's only experience with Vegas is the Strip doesn't know Vegas.  (Again, perhaps Gooooo is well traveled throughout the area.) 

I like to say that we live in Palm Springs with a real airport.

[jsglow]

chick is correct.  We flew into Phoenix for Thanksgiving, went to the Grand Canyon, then had a choice of driving back to PHX or Vegas to fly back.  At first we were going to fly out at 8pm, but I found a flight the next morning and we decided to stay overnight, show the kids 6 hours of Vegas. 

Funny, I remember my 10 year old summarizing the trip, "Dad, there sure is a lot of inappropriate things in Vegas."

That's hilarious.  Yeah, I wouldn't raise kids there probably.  Too much temptation.

[Jay Bee]

There is candy everywhere at the office today. Fortunately I played hoops early this AM so I'm going to help reduce the excess candy inventory. Kit Kat & 100 Grand we're in my first haul. Great candy bars, both of 'em

[Benny B]

I brought two mangos to work today to stave off temptation.  Unfortunately, what knives we have around here (that aren't plastic) are duller than 4ever using proper grammar.

[Ardmore Mug]

Best candy bar ever!!!! Are they still around? I'd order a year's supply if they're available.

Clark bar was available until about June of this year.  the Co had $$ probs.  Sold a couple of times, but now some candy Co bought the "Clark Bar" and plans to start making it again.....

[Lennys Tap]

Clark bar was available until about June of this year.  the Co had $$ probs.  Sold a couple of times, but now some candy Co bought the "Clark Bar" and plans to start making it again.....

Hooray!!

[rocket surgeon]

waukesha had tricks n treats from 5-7 last night.  knew i wouldn't be home in time-set out a big bowl of snickers, peanut M & M's, almond joys.  probably about 50 pieces?  security cam showed about 15 kids came through-i'll bet there are still 30 pieces in the bowl.  i expected a few kids to just tip the thing into their bag and move on?  happy to admit my cynicism was way off.  actually i wish they did cuz those damn candy things are talkin to me


i'm gonna keep my pad here but establish 6 mos and a day in surprise Az.  LOTS of golf courses!

[warriorchick]

waukesha had tricks n treats from 5-7 last night.  knew i wouldn't be home in time-set out a big bowl of snickers, peanut M & M's, almond joys.  probably about 50 pieces?  security cam showed about 15 kids came through-i'll bet there are still 30 pieces in the bowl.  i expected a few kids to just tip the thing into their bag and move on?  happy to admit my cynicism was way off.  actually i wish they did cuz those damn candy things are talkin to me


i'm gonna keep my pad here but establish 6 mos and a day in surprise Az.  LOTS of golf courses!

Many years ago, we took our kids trick or treating in my in-laws' neighborhood on the south side of Milwaukee. A kid dumped an entire bowl of candy into his bag just as a cop car happened to be driving by. Guess who got dropped off at his own house by a police officer? It was awesome.

[GooooMarquette]

As to Goooooo's comment, my question is have you ever been off the Strip?  We almost NEVER even go to the Strip.  So no disrespect intended but anyone who's only experience with Vegas is the Strip doesn't know Vegas.  (Again, perhaps Gooooo is well traveled throughout the area.) 

I like to say that we live in Palm Springs with a real airport.

Most of my time was on or near the strip...but that was largely because every time I asked for recommendations (even when I specified "quiet" or "out of the way"), they were strip-area places. Anyhow, I did acknowledge that there are some nice communities away from the strip and that I could see why some have Vegas on their "retirement possibilities" list. All in all, I'm glad I've seen it, but it will be a while before I return.

[jsglow]

Most of my time was on or near the strip...but that was largely because every time I asked for recommendations (even when I specified "quiet" or "out of the way"), they were strip-area places. Anyhow, I did acknowledge that there are some nice communities away from the strip and that I could see why some have Vegas on their "retirement possibilities" list. All in all, I'm glad I've seen it, but it will be a while before I return.

All cool.  If you go back, ask away.   

[NYWarrior]

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[Newsdreams]

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[Benny B]

Most of my time was on or near the strip...but that was largely because every time I asked for recommendations (even when I specified "quiet" or "out of the way"), they were strip-area places. Anyhow, I did acknowledge that there are some nice communities away from the strip and that I could see why some have Vegas on their "retirement possibilities" list. All in all, I'm glad I've seen it, but it will be a while before I return.

The one time I was in Vegas, I probably I covered more of that city than 95% of visitors, and I didn't set foot downtown or on the strip once.  Anywhere I went, it felt like I could have been in Phoenix, Austin, or Salt Lake City... aside from the occasional slot machine you could see through the gas station widows, it was the complete opposite of what most people expect going to LV.  Summerlin is a very nice area, went for a nice jog over by Nellis, had a great dinner one night somewhere up by the muni airport.  Cheap housing, low cost of living, no income taxes... for someone looking for a retirement haven, it should be on anyone's list.

[ZiggysFryBoy]

oh

Stay on topic.

[jsglow]

The one time I was in Vegas, I probably I covered more of that city than 95% of visitors, and I didn't set foot downtown or on the strip once.  Anywhere I went, it felt like I could have been in Phoenix, Austin, or Salt Lake City... aside from the occasional slot machine you could see through the gas station widows, it was the complete opposite of what most people expect going to LV.  Summerlin is a very nice area, went for a nice jog over by Nellis, had a great dinner one night somewhere up by the muni airport.  Cheap housing, low cost of living, no income taxes... for someone looking for a retirement haven, it should be on anyone's list.

Ding, ding.  Also, the weather is absolutely great 10 months a year. Now there are parts of town I wouldn't consider living in but that's another topic.  And actually your percentage is more like 99.9%.  What many don't know is that Vegas has a significant Mormon population so there is a touch of 'SLC lite'.  Frankly, that's good given the reason for the town's existence.  Generally folks are very polite and courteous.

The other thing that I'd add is that it doesn't have as much 'hometown feel' as a typical Midwestern town.  So many transplants, many of whom are in the hospitality industry and used to 'being friendly' with strangers they don't have an actual relationship with results in a little less 'community', especially because the 'come and go rate' is higher than most places.  I will say that the Golden Knights are really helping with that sense of community pride.  Now we all have something in common.

[Jay Bee]

Ding, ding.  Also, the weather is absolutely great 10 months a year.

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

+1 and as much as humidity sucks, so does 0% humidity. It's like you're in an oven.

[warriorchick]

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

You actually think the temperature gets that high on a regular basis?

[Benny B]

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

Meh... just get yourself one of these.

+1 and as much as humidity sucks, so does 0% humidity. It's like you're in an oven.

And these:

[jsglow]

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

That's why I said 10 months.   

[Jay Bee]

You actually think the temperature gets that high on a regular basis?

Never said that. Please stop with these awful, hurtful tall tales!!

I think there are a good 4 months where the average*** highs are in the mid-90s to mid-100s. It's unbearable. Yuck yuck yuck.

(PS- I also reserve the right to b1tch about snow & cold weather)

[jsglow]

Never said that. Please stop with these awful, hurtful tall tales!!

I think there are a good 4 months where the average*** highs are in the mid-90s to mid-100s. It's unbearable. Yuck yuck yuck.

(PS- I also reserve the right to b1tch about snow & cold weather)

Bruh 110 degrees of scorching heat ain't "absolutely great".

Goalpost shift.     

Just funnin' ya.  The reality is that Vegas weather is very much too hot when it's in the 110 range.  Mid 90s is actually a beautiful day.  And a 55 degree sunny day in January when it's 10 back in WI feels like summer.  But that's why we all get to be where we want.  Carry on.