Well, here I am in Bakesfield, CA. Moved here from LA about 6 months ago, for work, and my coworkers were misinformed about this town. But people in LA don't recognize any town outside the borders of LA, so that's not so surprising.

Love the desert; somehow, to me, it's got a 'clear' feeling. BUT, now that I'm here, what next? I work and workout a lot, so weekends are about the only time I have for avocational pursuits. I try to make time to ride my bike; just for fun, no Tour de France kind of thing; that seems like work not fun.

Love music, and love to hear new and upcoming bands (sorry, no country or jazz), mostly rock, alternative, ethnic etc. but am reluctant to go to clubs alone. In most social settings, not being a 20, or even a 30 something is akin to having the plague, but when you're new, no companions to these kinds of venues. May be it's just me, but this kind of experience is a bit unsettling.

Guess I am a walking contradiction; 56 year old birthday tacked onto a 30 year old me. I don't notice much difference between then and now except, I make less bad decisions, and I'm not so confused anymore. I have a good job, and no credit card debt; divorce was good for something :) So, how best to put my good fortune to good use?  Open to suggestions, Bakersfield.