Admin asked "How does it get around Christmas in Sun City Arizona". I can't find that post so will answer here. I don't think it is busier than any place else. In fact, Sun City might be less busy because people go to visit family. There are some very nice outdoor light/decoration displays in and near Sun City. After thinking about it, I haven't experienced any "crowd" problem any time. The only store that is exceptionally busy is Frys at Grand & Dell Webb/107. Unfortunately, last year I had an auto accident in the parking lot there. He was backing out and so was I. He came over and stood looking down at me and said "I'm a former police officer". I looked up and sweetly replied "I'm currently a member of the Posse". End of discussion. We both had the same insurance agent. I reported it within an hour, but it took him a few days. The incident was determined mutual so we split the deductible. Now I park far away no matter what store I go to. Also, I have discovered that late Sunday afternoon stores are not too crowded.
I had to learn to make my Christmas colorful and "cool" after having lived in the Midwest most of my life. I find that less decorating is more pleasing to the eye. I use my greens, candles, and ribbons--less ornamental stuff. And, if you want to feel the chill in the air, go to a 10:00 Christmas Eve service somewhere!
I didn't know that people in Sun City(ies) could stay awake until 10:00 p.m. I find the streets are deserted as soon as it gets dark. Catarracts anyone?
