We are still around, just silent

Not having internet available is making me crazy. I have no idea what I wrote in my last blog since I did it online (I think). Well here goes!!

Karen and Rod Sprague arrived last week after a rainy trip from Washington. We went to Casa Grande ruins last Thursday. Ken and I had been there before, but I think Karen and Rod enjoyed it. There is one part of a large structure and some low walls remaining as evidence of a people that existed for almost 1000 years until the 1400s. They, like many early civilizations, exhibited an interest (understanding) in celestial happenings and rhythms.

A first for me that day was lunch at a Crackerbarrel restaurant. I was underwhelmed to say the least. But I am usually super critical of most chain restaurants (except KFC). I found the food to be starchy and salty. It was interesting to arrive and be told it would be fifteen minutes before we could be seated. It turned out to be 45 minutes, and that same scenario transpired for every other person we encountered. Could it be that the delay is deliberate since there is a big roomful of knick knacks and old time candy to peruse and purchase while you wait?

Colleen and I flew to Colorado Springs last Friday to rent a truck and retrieve her belongings that have been in storage for almost two years. Her friend, Emmie, picked us up at the airport and hosted us for the evening. She is a gracious southern girl who exudes warmth and hospitality, and is a wonderful cook.


Two women and a truck……..

We had two men load the truck, then Colleen and I climbed aboard and proceeded to herd the behemoth down the road. It was twice as big as we needed, and it acted as though the wheels had never been balanced. It was a terrible ride until we got up to about 70 mph, and then it was a bit smoother. With the blessing of U-Haul, we drove all the way with the oil light and check engine lights on, but it did keep ‘truckin’ along.

We stayed in Gallup, NM on Saturday night, got up at six and were on the road by six thirty. We arrived in Phoenix around noon, and with the help of Ken and Colleen’s landlord, had the truck emptied and returned by mid afternoon. By evening, her bed was assembled and made, her entire kitchen unpacked and put away., and I slept hard last night!!

Wednesday, January 25, 2006

Yesterday was a day for little projects which evolved into a little shopping which evolved into spending a bunch of money. We have a broken part on the latch for one of the pantries so of course that means going to the Winnebago dealer to spend a ton of money on a little part that isn’t even in stock at the moment with Winnebago. We also took note of some shopping sites in the area and went to Camping World, Trader Joes, and one or two quilt shops.

Finally last night we remembered to take advantage of the pool and the spa here at the ol’ Dollbeer Park. The pool was spa temperature, and the spa was so hot it was almost painful so we didn’t stay long. The pool area is right in front of our MH; about a 20 yard walk for us. The pools were immaculate, as they should be since I have never seen anyone in them, and they get cleaned about every other day.

We stopped by Colleen’s office yesterday to retrieve my handbag that I had left in her car, so her dad had a chance to meet her boss and see her office. She has a busy week getting ready for a big annual fundraising event this coming Saturday, but she still thinks she has enough energy to go to IKEA one evening this week.

We have no immediate plans for the day, but I have frittered the last 2 ½ hours on the Today Show, Sonoran Living Live, and View along with several cups of coffee. Okay, okay, I need to get on with the day. Ciao.