What does one do when he misses THREE buses within a half block? Well, you drop by Neon Movies and grab a popcorn to go and head to the concert at Levitt Pavilion.

And upon learning it was a “to-go” popcorn, the Neon’s concession associate even put a clear plastic lunch lady’s cap on the top of the bucket. I love it, and appreciate it.

When I wasn’t working at my hospital table while sitting up in bed, I was definitely napping. I believe I napped more than work.

I forced myself to dress, hop on the northbound No. 17, and went to my favorite Chinese buffet for dinner. Upon leaving around 6:45 PM, I could not manage to catch three different buses that were heading to the downtown terminal at Wright Stop Plaza. Two of the buses have the same stops while the other is a stone’s throw away.

Knowing a concert was beginning at Levitt Pavilion, I made that my destination, but not before stopping at the Oregon District’s Goodwill and Neon Movies. I arrived at Levitt Pavilion with four dress shirts, slacks, and a bucket of popcorn. For someone moving closer and closer to 59 years, this evening turned into a major score.

The Marcella Simien Band is quite good. I’ve 50+ minutes for the southbound No. 17 and I couldn’t be happier for missing three buses.