Why I look forward to the Costco opening #3

These aren't in any particular order but another reason I look forward to the Costco opening are the free samples.

One of the best samples I've seen and tasted was a cheese tasting station, mmmmm!

What's been your favorite sample at Costco?

Two Things I Like Are Better When Put Together

TED and Michigan Football

TEDxUofM video of long time Equipment Manager Jon Falk
Jon Falk talks about Bo, getting hired at Michigan and tradition.

Updates

To everyone giving me a hard time about my lack of posts:

I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog. I will post more updates on the Ann Arbor Costco blog.

Ok, back to regularly scheduled programming.

Costco to Open June 29!

Ok, annarbor.com reports that Costco will open on June 29 instead of July 26. That must mean road construction is ahead of schedule...

So apparently we're getting a roundabout in Pittsfield Township. I love it! I think I'm the only one that likes these things except the urban planners.

Washtenaw County has a webpage on how to navigate roundabouts.
Here's a video that illustrates the use of a roundabout. Hoonage and shenanigans may ensue.

I wonder if they'll show this video at the Pittsfield Township Senior Center?

Why I look forward to the Costco opening?

Alright, here are a couple reasons I'm looking forward to the Costco opening.

1. Churros. Costco churros are a good way to get your fix between trips to XOCO in Chicago. Here's a tip, try a churro with hot chocolate. Awesome!
2. Dipped Ice Cream Bar with Almonds.  These are great in the summer, spring and fall. They're also great in the winter. Giant chocolate dipped ice cream bar, good. Covered with large almond chunks, even better! Bonus tip, don't try to eat in the car while moving unless you want almond chunks everywhere. Ask me how I know...

February 1-12 Construction Montage

Alright, here's my attempt at catching up with some construction pictures from earlier this month. This string of pictures shows the pace of construction. I'll have a few shots from the North facing side of the building soon. Click on any of the pictures below to see a larger version of the picture.

February 12: Far West Side of South Facing Wall

February 12: Are Those Anchors for Signage?

February 12: Closeup of Completed Siding

February 2: Tighter Shot of Workers Adding Siding

February 2

February 2: Addition of Siding Panels

February 1: Night Shot

February 1: Day Shot

Costco Construction at Night and Costco Cancún, Mexico

Here's a different view of construction. The building is lit from within and it makes for a neat view of the framework. This picture was taken this past Monday, 1/30 after returning from a trip to Mexico.

We flew into Cancún and there's a Costo right downtown. Unfortunately we didn't get a chance to stop in and check out the samples they offer in Mexico. My wife loves to visit local groceries wherever we go to check out the local foods. The store to the left of Costco in the picture below is Mega Comercial, which is a cross between a Walmart/Meijer and a department store. We shopped at Mega during our trip for breakfast foods and avocados for guacamole hour.

Side note, half car half pickup trucks are still sold in Mexico. In the US, they are known by the popular model name El Camino. In Australia, they're known by the class of vehicle called a Ute. Either way, I want one. The only current option in the US is the Subaru Baja. The problem with this is my wife said we'll never own one. Oh well. There were rumors a few years back that GM was going to sell a US version of the Holden Ute with a small block V8. Imagine a Pontiac GTO from a few years ago with a truck bed. Well, it never happened.