After 177 days of dry weather, we got a little sprinkle yesterday. And apparently there is some actual rain on the forecast for midweek. November has been cooler, temps have averaged 55-60, which is not unusual for this time of year.

I stopped by the Castro Walgreens to pick up some pain meds and noticed that even in this cooler climate the exterior bar scene was hopping. We got news from the Mayor that because of the uptick in the state, the city was still proceeding with caution…yadda yadda yadda.

Overall, San Francisco has done alright with the Covid response. Mayor Breed has been cautious while allowing some business to come back. The Castro bars (the open ones) have become these outdoor diners. The bars have partnered with their neighboring eateries to provide food and drink to your outdoor section. You can’t have an open bar without offering food.

My favorite part of the above is the neighboring business coming together to provide this opportunity. It’s a win for the neighborhood, the bars and restaurants, not to mention a happier situation for people to be around. That said, it’s too darn cold to be hanging outside. LOL.

Sigh. It’s a new Castro with folks outside on wooden platform sections. These sections are dolled up with seats, some even have roofs and walls. I guess to cut down the wind whipping down the streets. Something has to stop those french fries from flying.

While it’s looking like a tough winter with Covid on the rise, I feel optimistic with new and thoughtful leadership coming to the country and a vaccine debuting sometime late April. Still, there is nothing that beats an informed and compassionate society.

Yes, those pain meds are kicking in.