OK, I will admit that I occasionally shop at Walmart. Do I like the idea that this store has become a monolith among retailers? No. The arrival of this chain depresses wages for other retailers in the community, unless large retail chains already dominate the local landscape. Today, I knew that I was going to a Walmart, and had no plans to buy anything there.
When FH and I last talked, we agreed that today's trip would be to a restaurant that I often enjoyed in the past, and that she would get to go to a Walmart. So, off to Lindenhurst we went, and we found Southside Fish and Clam for a seafood dinner. This place brings back many good memories for me, as I've been going there on occasion since my late wife was alive. There isn't much atmosphere, but the food is good. Today, the place was virtually empty, and we were able to have a quiet meal in peace without having to worry about other patrons being too near to us.
Our next stop was the Walmart in Farmingdale. It is one of the bigger ones, and yet, FH was unable to find a circular fluorescent bulb in the correct size. After a little bit of shopping, we ended up going to the Home Depot to get the bulb. Then, it was back to Forest Hills, where I installed the bulb. It was a little bit of a pain in the butt, as the clips held the old bulb in very securely in place. But once I was able to remove the old bulb, everything went smoothly.
Even though I don't think this will be a long term relationship, she's good company for now. And for that, I'm glad that I met her. Tomorrow will be a day out as Marian, and it will be nice to enjoy that part of me again.
