Palm Springs Calif

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2-26-2012
Well we have just been sitting around enjoying the warm weather. Did I say warm I mean HOT. It was 93 the other day and in the high 80's the rest. Have had to run the air in the trailer to keep it cool for the cat OK ME. Last night we went to a casino down the road as we won 2 dinner Buffets and last night was Sea Food.
Did I make a pig of myself. One of the thing on the menu was Lobster and I had 6 of them and were they good. I also had Crab and Filet Migon and some other things too. It was so good and I was so full. Sure like it when Gloria is lucky.  

2-23-2012

Today we went to the Palm Springs Aerial Tram. Wow what a ride. You start at about 2000 ft. and climb to 8560 ft. That was cool. You can see forever up there and farther. I did the nature trail but Gloria stayed behind as the trail was real steep and when you got to the bottom it was snow covered and hard to walk. The temp at the bottom was 88 degrees and at the top 58. Big difference but I didnt mind as it was nice on my hike. This trip is well worth the money and we will do it again. Would be nice in the summer. Took a bunch a pictures and will post on my Flicker site soon.

Link to Palm Springs Aerial Tram

2-22-2012

Well seeing the guys who were in the Tuskegee Airmen was a thrill. Got to talk to them and even got a autograph from one. One of the guys flew 142 combat missions and got out alive. We even got to see a P51 fly, that was way cool. Yesterday we took the bike and went on ride with some friends to the Salton Sea. I was wanting to do that since I saw a documentary on it. That is cool place and we had never seen an inland sea. It is about 40 miles long and 10 miles wide. In places it smells bad due to the pulsation and the high salt content. Also went to Salvation Mountain to see the crazy guy but he was not there. This guy has built a mountain out of hay bales and  other junk and then put mud on it and paints it. He sure is a busy guy. The weather has been great, high 70's to low 80's. Today we will do the Palm Springs Arial Tram. Early this week we said goodbye to our friends Lee and Elaine from Placerville CA. I am sure we will meet up again some time in the future.

Update on Salvation Mountain.... The reason the Crazy Guy was not there is that he is in a nursing home and will probably not be back. Now the mountains future is in question. It seems that some people at Slab City are talking about trying to take care of it and others too. But who knows if that will happen. So if you would like to see this cool place you should do it now. I am glad I got to see this guys life long work.

Link to Salton Sea
Link to Salvation Mountain
Link to Slab City


2-18-2012

Ok I forgot to update this page. Been having a good time looking around and doing things here in the park. Gloria has been doing water aerobics and having fun as one of the ladies she knows likes to do it too. Weather here has been good except for 2 days as it rained and was cool out. When we got up that day we could see snow up on the hills. Kind of like being home but warmer. Bristol has found a friend to play with some times. It is a Roadrunner. The bird runs and Bristol chases it then the bird stops and Bristol catches up. They do this for some time then the bird leaves. Today we are going to take the bike and ride to the Palm Springs Air Museum and see the Tuskegee Airmen exhibit and one of the guys who flew with them. Sun was out all day yesterday and was 72 same today.

2-14-2012
We left Menifee this morning and drove 80 miles to Palm Springs where we are staying at Palm Springs Thousand trails RV Park for the next 2 weeks. We got here just find and our friends Lee and Elaine found us a nice spot to set up in. Did some walking around and ran into other people we had met along the way here. It is a small world when you belong to a camping club. Seeing as it is Valentines Day I cooked Steak and Lobster for Gloria. Aint I sweet!!!!

We are in Menifee Calif.

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2-13-2012

Today we mostly got thing loaded so we could leave early tomorrow morning for Palm Springs. Also went to lunch with our friends here at the park. The last few days have been real nice with temps in the high 70's except for today as it is raining some.On Friday we took the bike to Diamond Valley Lake. Sure is a nice lake and we were right above the dam and could look way out on the lake. It is a real big lake and would love to be out on it fishing. On Saturday Gloria sold some of her crafts at the Yard sale the parks puts on every Saturday. We also played candy Bingo and for once I won some candy. On Sunday we had a BBQ at out place and had our friends Rob&Ann and Willie&Linda over to eat. We sure have met some great people on our trips.We also rode the Wilderness Lakes train. It is one they built here at the park and it runs all around the park.Now that was fun.

2-9-2012
Yesterday we took the bike to the casino south of here called Pachanga. They have the tightest slots I have ever seen. We put some money in and decided we didn't want to put any more in. But with our new club card we got a big discount on the buffet. So we had lunch there and it was GREAT. One of the best we have ever been to. Will go there any time we are in the area. When we got back to the park we ran into Willie and Linda who we had met in Texas. We chatted with them for some time went home to relaxed in the sun. It was 82 out today and real nice.

2-8-2012
We haven't been doing too much lately. We went to Old Town Temecula the other day on the bike as people said it was a nice place to visit. Well they had a different opinion than we did. Mostly place to eat and some antique shops. Guess it was OK but not for us but a good ride any way. Also went to the local Cheese place and that was not what we expected but OK too. Clouded up yesterday and looked like rain but didn't. So we stayed home and vegged. Went to lunch today at a place called Yellow Basket at the other end of town. Now that was a good lunch I would recommend it for sure. So mostly we have been staying around the park and meeting people and chatting.

2-5-2012
Yesterday we did a bunch of things here in the park. Did a candy bingo and of course Gloria won candy and I didn't. Hmmm my luck out here is shit. Then we went to Casino night and yes she won again. They had a 50-50 drawing and she won 40 bucks. Did some walking and talking to some people around here. Ran into several people from Colo. mostly from south areas. Sure do run into allot of people that are not from around here. Guess everyone wants to get away from the snow. Had lunch here at the park at the cafe and it was good. Today didn't do much as the Football game was going to be on. So just went to the store and Gloria got a new computer as her old one was going south. Then came back and watched the game. It was good game just didn't have any of our teams in it. More to come later.

2-3-2012
Well we are having a real good time here at Wilderness Park. Weather is great ( unlike Denver with all that snow). Yesterday was busy as Gloria did laundry and then we spent most of the day catching up with people we had met on our trip. Even ran into a guy we had met last summer. Mostly people from this trip like Rob and Ann from Texas and 3 people from Pio Pico. I had a guy do a Recall on my frig. Uploaded some pictures of our last stop at Pio Pico. So go look at them and enjoy. I am changing how I post by putting the newest one at the top. Let me know if you like it this way.... 

2-1-2012

We left Jamal CA. Pio Pico park and drove to Menifee CA. Wilderness Lakes Park about 93 miles. Got here in good shape and got all set up for the next 2 weeks. Seems like a real nice place with lots of sites and nicely kept up. Has 2 pools and a store and lots of things to do. They have a cool canal running through it that you could fish for Cat Fish if you want to buy a permit for 10.00 a day..... We will be going to Sun City tomorrow to pick up some mail at the post office. Then maybe to the store for some things.

We are at Jamul Calif.

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1-16-2012
We arrived at Pio Pico RV Resort in Jamul Calif today. It was a nice drive from Yuma AZ. But the weather today was cool and cloudy with some light rain. Should be better tomorrow. This is a nice park but we are in the not so nice part. We have water and electric but no sewer. We will move later when they have room in the full hookup part maybe. Did not do much today but look around the park and get setup. Not sure if we will head to San Diego tomorrow or not. We are about 25 miles east of there.  Looks like real nice area to ride the bike.
1-18-2012

Today we went to a Casino it was a trip put on by the park. We had a good time and of course I did not win but did not loos much. Yes Gloria Won again as always. Also went to a Pot Luck Dinner at the activity center. We did some walking around the park yesterday and just relaxed. Also talked to my nephew who in in the Marines in San Diego and will try to hook up with him on Sunday.



1-20-2012
Yesterday we took the bike and rode to the coast at Chula Vista. It as a real nice ride but could have been a bit warmer (for Gloria). Got to see the Bay and road out of HWY 75 that has the bay on one side and the ocean on the other. Things sure have changed out here in Calif. You now have to pay to park and go to the beach. Hmmm what is this world coming to. But it was a great ride any way. Will post some pictures soon.
Today we move to a better site on the south side of the park. It has full hookup and more sun and much nice. So we will stay here till the 31st. Well all for now hope all our friends are having as great time as we are. Keep Gloria,s nephew Billy in your prayers and thoughts as he is going through a rough time right now.
1-22-2012

Well yesterday it rained most of the day so we did not do much. Played some card and Bingo in the activity center. Today we went to San Diego to meet up with my Nephew Brandon for lunch. It was real nice seeing him again as it has been along time. He has been in the Marines for almost 2 years now and is doing good. Got to see his new car before his dad did and that was cool. Sure is a nice car for a sports car. We had a nice lunch at Applebees and then headed back to camp so Gloria could get the laundry done. Now that was fun. hehehe Guess it will rain again tomorrow then maybe it will be nice the rest of the week.
1-26-2012

We have been out having a good time since I last wrote. Monday it rained all day so we just sat around and did nothing. Then on Tuesday we did a road trip to go shopping and pick up some things. Wednesday we went to to Casino again and this time I at least broke even and Gloria only lost a few buck. It was fun and we met some nice people from the park on the way. The weather has been great since Tuesday even a bit warm. Today we took the bike to the San Diego Zoo and that was great. Sure is a lot to see there. Sure was a lot of walking. Spent about 6 hours and still did not see everything. All for now hope everyone is having a good time.

Next stay is Arizona

We  left San Anitonio this morning and drove to Fort Stockton Texas where we will spent the night at Parkview RV park. Not a bad place but it is cheep. hahaha It is full hookup,Wifi and that is about all. We will leave here tomorrow morning and stay some place in New Mexico.
1-3-12
We made it to New Mexico just fine. We are camped for the night at a park Western Skys Rv Park in Vado NM. It aint much but it will do for the night. Will leave here in the morning for Benson Arizona for the night.
1-4-12
We made it to Benxon Arizona in good shape but a bit early as we forgot to change the clocks (back an hour). This is a nicer place and has cable so don't need to set up the dish. Tomorrow we will head to Casa Grande for a week. We can check out Gloria's house there.
1-5-12

We made it to Casa Grande AZ by noon and got set up in a nice pull through site. We will be here for a week then off to Yuma AZ. Got all unloaded and then wet shopping. Yes Gloria had to hit Wal Mart and try hard to clean them out. Then off to the food store for the real important things. Sure glad I have a big truck. Tomorrow I have to take the truck in to have the right front wheel seal replaced. Did the left one before I left Denver now the right let go. Not sure why both went out but will get it fixed.
1-9-12
We have been having a good time out here. The weather has been great. Days in the 70's nights in the 40's but guess it is going to cool down to the 60's the rest of the week. We even went swimming the other day I got the truck fixed and things there are good. We went to Gloria's the other day and found it needs some cleaning up. She found a guy who will clean all the weeds up and trim a tree and haul it all away. That will make it easier on us. I will do some of the other stuff, like put some screws in a shed roof as the wind had tried to pull up one side. Also need to fix a vent on the back of the house. Looks like the place has settled some so we need to find someone to re level it up again. Bristol like this place but mostly likes to go out at night to explore.Got the bike out and did some ridding and that was Great. The people here in the park are real friendly and we have met a bunch of them and some from Colorado.
1-10-2012
Went to Gloria's place yesterday and the guy did a good job cleaning up the weeds and the tree. I tried to level up the door area some and at least got the back door to work good. Today we took the bike up the road  to the next town (Maricopa) and stoped at the casino t loose some money. It was a great ride and the weather was good. Also picked up a tire to Gloria's old bike she had at the house and I fixed that. No rest for the wicked. Will leave here the 12th for Yuma Arizona for 4 days.
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1-12-2012
Well we are in Yuma Arizona at Yuma Lakes RV Resort. This is a 5 star park with over 800 sites. Pool, Hot Tub, and all sorts of other things to keep you busy. They also have a Cafe that has Breakfast and Dinner. We will have to try that out. People seem to be friendly and one guy even Gloria some lettuce. We will be here 4 days and even make a trip to Mexico. A bit cool here today only 64 with some wind but better than 35 and snow....
1-15-2012
Ok Thursday we went to Los Algodones Mexico as Gloria could not find a Wal Mart close by. Was thinking I was going to have to leave her there as her Passport was expired but they let her back in any way.
We picked up some small things and had lunch and came back. It is a nice little town with lots of people trying to sell you something.. Yesterday we took the bike and went to the Yuma Territorial Prison that was built in the 1800's. They had a gun fight competition going on and that was great. Today we will just sit back and do nothing and get ready to head to Calif. in the morning.

We are farther west in Texas

We left Lake Conroe and made it to Lake Medina Texas just outside Pipe Creek. We hit some rain on the way (makes sense as I washed the truck and trailer yesterday) but not too bad. Got here about 1 PM and set up our site. First things Bristol did was go hunting a Deer. There are tons of them around here as people feed them all the time. Will post some pictures of them later. It was around 68 today and the rain stayed away. More Later.

11-22 Well we have just been staying around the park as the weather has been a bit cool. Rained most of last night. Sure hope ther people down here in Texas say thanks to us for bringing the rain they need so bad. Sure enjoying this park as it is real nice and the people are real frendly. Today we went to a place called Natural Bridge Caverns and it was great. Will post pictures so you all can enjoy them like we did. Gloria went with me on the first Cavern toure but stayed behind on the second as it was a tough climb. Wow was it nice to see all the stuff. Will be doing the River Walk in San Antonio next week but not Sea World as we think the one in San Deigo is better.
12-25
Well today is Christmas  and we wish you all a Very Merry Christmas from Medina Lake Texas. The sun is out but still cool around 59 today. We will be having dinner at the activity Center with the people from the park at noon. Should be a good time. Then we will just sit around or nap and let the great dinner settle.
12-27


Mission San Jose



Mission Concepcion



The Alamo



Today was a nice day as the temp got up into the high 60's. We went into San Antonio to go to the Missions and the River Walk. First we stopped at Mission San Jose, It is a very large mission and great to go through. Then we stopped at Mission Concepcion, this one is smaller but just as nice and worth the stop. There are several more in the area but we did not go the them. We ended up at the Alamo and that was great except you could not take any picture in the mission. But nice to be in such a famous place. Then walked to the River Walk and took a boat ride along the walk. Not allot of shops but a ton of restaurants. The boat ride was nice as you get to see allot of the history of San Antonio. Then back to camp for dinner. Have to admit parking the big truck down town was not easy but we did finally find a spot. Glad we had a GPS...... will put some pictures up soon of these places.

12-31
Happy New Year to all our friends and family. Hope you new year is the best yet. We will be going out to the Activity center for awhile tonight to do some celebrating. Tomorrow we will start getting things ready to travel on Monday for Arizona. We have met some Great people here and have fun with them. Lee and Elaine even took us to the Mexican Market in San Antoino. It is lots of fun to walk around and look at all the cool stuff. They are from the same area I grew'up and live in Calif. We also met Rob and Ann and there cat Chloe and there friends Willie and Linda. And lots of others people from all over the country.

1-1-2012
We had a great time at the New Years Party. There were allot of people there and all had a blast. We did not stay till midnight but came home to watch it on TV. Got the trailer ready to travel tomorrow and will leave around 9AM.

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We are at our next stop in Texas

12-12

Well we left Lake Conroe this morning and headed south to Colorado River park, We stopped at Camping World in Katy Texas to pick up some things. It is a very large store and was nice to check out.  Then to Columbus Texas where Colorado River Park is. Got all set up and took Bristol out for a short walk. He seems to like it here much more than the other place. There are lots of deer running around this park. So far we like it here as the park is easy to get around on foot. It is a smaller park but nice all the came.
12-15
Been having a nice time here. weather has been Ok. Nights are cool and the days have been cloudy and some rain. but today it was up to 80+ and sun most of the day. But it is cloudy right now and no rain so far.  Guess we should not complain as they really need rain here. Every thing is dead or dieing due to the lack of rain. The Colorado River (Texas had to have their's too) is down some what. been out walking allot and have taken the pedal bike out but not the Harley. Been to the store and out to lunch twice in Columbus. They have a Whataburger here and it is good. It is nice to just relax and not have to do any thing at a certain time. We will just hang out here and on Monday we will leave for Medina Lake (our next stop) down by San Antonio for the holidays.
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Arived at our next stop

12-6
We Left Lake Whitney yesterday and arrived at Lake Conroe in Willis TX. It was a wet drive with drizzle most of the way. Got set up OK and took a look around the park. Today it is cool at only 50 for a high but no rain. We are going to town to do some shopping and stuff. Should be warming up here on Thursday. Went to Willis and picked up mail and then to Conroe and went shopping. Wow almost didnt have room in the truck for all the stuff Gloria got.
12-9
Haven't been doing much as the weather has been cold. Hell haven't even taken the bike off the truck. We have been to the family center several time as Gloria wanted to do crafts with others. We have been for a walk or two and I have rode my little bike around the park. Went down to the boat dock but it is out of the water so far no one can use it. Guess the lake is down some 30 feet right now.Staff here is real friendly and so are most of the people staying here. wanted to wash the truck and trailer as they got real dirty getting here in the rain. But seeing as they are in a water shortage guess that will have to happen later. Today we are going to dinner with Gloria's ex daughter in law down in Conroe at the Cracker Barrel.

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