We got up and went into the casino for breakfast. We finally left around 10:45 for home.
The traffic was not bad. On the grade before the Baker Grade, we went through a major ran storm.
We did stop at Flying J’s for gas and dump the tanks.
We then stop at Three Sisters to get the RV and Van washed – now they look pretty again.
We got home and got the vehicles all back in their normal places.
O – And Cheryl won at the video poker slots last night, so a nice way to pay for part of the vacation…
Showing posts with label 2008 Vacation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2008 Vacation. Show all posts
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Saturday, July 12, 2008
2008/07/12 – Saturday – Drive
We left a little after 9:00. Our neighbors work me up around 6:30 and I then catnapped until a little after 8:00.
Our next stop was a Flying J’s
I had to stop at a rest area (after the I70 split) to we could have lunch and I could use the restroom.
Next stop was at the Flying J’s in St George.
Our final gas stop for the day was at (you guessed it) another Flying J’s in North Las Vegas.
We are now camped at Sam Town RV campground.
We went in and got dinner and a show – Hancock.
Our next stop was a Flying J’s
I had to stop at a rest area (after the I70 split) to we could have lunch and I could use the restroom.
Next stop was at the Flying J’s in St George.
Our final gas stop for the day was at (you guessed it) another Flying J’s in North Las Vegas.
We are now camped at Sam Town RV campground.
We went in and got dinner and a show – Hancock.
Friday, July 11, 2008
2008/07/11 – Friday – Golden Spike
When we left the campground, the first thing on the drive was up a very steep climb. I stopped at an overlook to cool down the transmission. While at the stop an Indian family was selling stuff and Cheryl and Amanda bought some stuff.
On our way to the Golden Spike, we had to take another detour – the route I had planned was closed because of construction.
We finally make it to the Golden Spike Park. The climb to get to the place is also very steep. We watched both trains move on the track (back and then forth (back into place)). After leaving the visitor center, we took both car tours. We can proclaim that we drove on the same ground as the trains that connected both coasts.
We also stopped on the way out at the place that make rockets – that was only a 10 minute stopped – I was the only one that got out and looked at some of the rockets.
We stopped for the needed gas at a Flying J’s.
Amanda and Mom M found a camping location; I think we got the very last spot that could fit us.
We got the van unloaded and headed on out to the Mayan restaurant we like in Sandy.
Back at the RV, we loaded the van back on, and now ready for the long drive tomorrow – we should be in Las Vegas tomorrow.
On our way to the Golden Spike, we had to take another detour – the route I had planned was closed because of construction.
We finally make it to the Golden Spike Park. The climb to get to the place is also very steep. We watched both trains move on the track (back and then forth (back into place)). After leaving the visitor center, we took both car tours. We can proclaim that we drove on the same ground as the trains that connected both coasts.
We also stopped on the way out at the place that make rockets – that was only a 10 minute stopped – I was the only one that got out and looked at some of the rockets.
We stopped for the needed gas at a Flying J’s.
Amanda and Mom M found a camping location; I think we got the very last spot that could fit us.
We got the van unloaded and headed on out to the Mayan restaurant we like in Sandy.
Back at the RV, we loaded the van back on, and now ready for the long drive tomorrow – we should be in Las Vegas tomorrow.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
2008/07/10 – Thursday – Added Stop
Well the morning was not a good morning. We had drained the motor battery and using the crossover switch to connect the RV batteries did not work. Using the solar battery charger and the battery booster finally got the motor started.
We left the campground around 9:15, still not bad for having a bad start.
Just got on the road and I noticed that the trailer breaks was on when it should not be. I finally had to turn them off.
We stopped at Flying J’s and we got gas, as well as I fixed the trailer breaks by disconnecting the motor battery and the trailer to get the trailer break control to reset. Now the trailer breaks are working properly.
We stopped in the town where J.C. Penny started his business; we also had a late lunch in a little place that only served breakfast and lunch.
The next stop was an unplanned stop – Fossil Butte National Monument. Neat location out in the middle of now where…
We got gas and were looking for our next stop for the night.
We found the RV camp site and what an ordeal with the guy in the office. The guy was too new and not confident in running it.
Amanda really wanted to eat dinner out and since we are really close to Idaho, she wanted to eat in Idaho.
We unloaded the Van and took a drive. We finally stopped at a veerryy small place. We all had good food.
When we got back we loaded the van back on the trailer.
We watched anther movie tonight.
We left the campground around 9:15, still not bad for having a bad start.
Just got on the road and I noticed that the trailer breaks was on when it should not be. I finally had to turn them off.
We stopped at Flying J’s and we got gas, as well as I fixed the trailer breaks by disconnecting the motor battery and the trailer to get the trailer break control to reset. Now the trailer breaks are working properly.
We stopped in the town where J.C. Penny started his business; we also had a late lunch in a little place that only served breakfast and lunch.
The next stop was an unplanned stop – Fossil Butte National Monument. Neat location out in the middle of now where…
We got gas and were looking for our next stop for the night.
We found the RV camp site and what an ordeal with the guy in the office. The guy was too new and not confident in running it.
Amanda really wanted to eat dinner out and since we are really close to Idaho, she wanted to eat in Idaho.
We unloaded the Van and took a drive. We finally stopped at a veerryy small place. We all had good food.
When we got back we loaded the van back on the trailer.
We watched anther movie tonight.
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
2008/07/09 – Wednesday – Another Detour ending in Prison.
I got up early this morning for a good breakfast that the KOA offered. We got on the road a little after 9:00.
We stop in Casper to get gas at a Flying J’s and a lunch stop at a Wal-Mart parking lot.
Following Street Atlas we started down the road, but the road was set at 40 mph, then the road had no center strip and getting rough. Finally the road turned into a dirt road and I stopped to check on the map. Come to find out that Street Atlas put us down a dirt road instead of a state route. After fixing the route, we got back on to track on a state route to Rawlins, WY.
When we got into Rawlins, our site to see was a old prison that is now a museum. Our tour guide was very nice. But the other lady that was behind the counter was a bitty. In fact we would have spent more money but she wanted nothing to do with it, but to make sure to state they were CLOSED. Sure not a good thing when dealing with customers.
We stopped at the KOA here in Rawlins for the night. Cheryl made dinner – mmm good.
I talked with a fellow CA and he is heading to the Black Hills, so I gave him the tourist map that we picked up when we where there to help him with his 4 days there.
We stop in Casper to get gas at a Flying J’s and a lunch stop at a Wal-Mart parking lot.
Following Street Atlas we started down the road, but the road was set at 40 mph, then the road had no center strip and getting rough. Finally the road turned into a dirt road and I stopped to check on the map. Come to find out that Street Atlas put us down a dirt road instead of a state route. After fixing the route, we got back on to track on a state route to Rawlins, WY.
When we got into Rawlins, our site to see was a old prison that is now a museum. Our tour guide was very nice. But the other lady that was behind the counter was a bitty. In fact we would have spent more money but she wanted nothing to do with it, but to make sure to state they were CLOSED. Sure not a good thing when dealing with customers.
We stopped at the KOA here in Rawlins for the night. Cheryl made dinner – mmm good.
I talked with a fellow CA and he is heading to the Black Hills, so I gave him the tourist map that we picked up when we where there to help him with his 4 days there.
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
2008/07/08 – Tuesday – Relaxing Day
We got up late. It was nice to sleep in a little. But the sleep was not all that pleasant – at 2:30 in the morning we had a lighting and thunder show with a few good down pours for about an hour.
Our first stop today was at the Mammoths Pit. They are estimating about 20 to 30 more years of digging. Yes we say a lot of bones.
We had a late lunch.
Our next stop was at the local Hot Spring Pool (it warm not hot). We enjoyed the pool for about 4 hours.
Next was dinner at the same place as lunch.
Back to the RV, we watch another movie.
Well, the rest of the trip will be one night stands – at any given RV park.
Our first stop today was at the Mammoths Pit. They are estimating about 20 to 30 more years of digging. Yes we say a lot of bones.
We had a late lunch.
Our next stop was at the local Hot Spring Pool (it warm not hot). We enjoyed the pool for about 4 hours.
Next was dinner at the same place as lunch.
Back to the RV, we watch another movie.
Well, the rest of the trip will be one night stands – at any given RV park.
Monday, July 07, 2008
2008/07/07 – Monday – More Change of Plans
Based on the rain storm last night, I changed our route through the Bad Lands. I did not think it was wise to travel any of the dirt roads
We started on the North end of the Bad Lands. We stopped at almost every turn out. By the time we got close to the south end I missed the last three – I just wanted to get to the visitor center.
Amanda got the necessary paper work for the Junior Ranger Program and proceeded to work on it. We watched the 20 minute video about the place and walked the exhibits. Amanda finally finished and the ranger questioned her memory on a few things – so also had to state the oath.
The route I took was paved buy sure was not smooth.
We stopped for two nights near Hot Springs at a KOA.
Eric and Amanda cooked dinner. Mom M, Cheryl, and I did laundry.
We watched Wild Hogs tonight and had a few good laughs.
Trying to upload photos is slow on the Satellite, so I will try to work on the photo post tomorrow – but hay I am on vacation… Until tomorrow…
We started on the North end of the Bad Lands. We stopped at almost every turn out. By the time we got close to the south end I missed the last three – I just wanted to get to the visitor center.
Amanda got the necessary paper work for the Junior Ranger Program and proceeded to work on it. We watched the 20 minute video about the place and walked the exhibits. Amanda finally finished and the ranger questioned her memory on a few things – so also had to state the oath.
The route I took was paved buy sure was not smooth.
We stopped for two nights near Hot Springs at a KOA.
Eric and Amanda cooked dinner. Mom M, Cheryl, and I did laundry.
We watched Wild Hogs tonight and had a few good laughs.
Trying to upload photos is slow on the Satellite, so I will try to work on the photo post tomorrow – but hay I am on vacation… Until tomorrow…
Sunday, July 06, 2008
2008/07/06 – Sunday – Change of Plans
We left a little late, I had to get the van loaded so that adds time to getting ready to leave in the morning.
We headed back down the Enchanted Highway. This time the gift shop was open and we talked with the artist that is keeping the idea alive and well. Also found out that he does have power hook ups like a campground, but just no shower or restrooms.
We stopped at a petrified wood museum. After that we stopped on the side of the road for lunch.
The next road that street atlas guided us was a dirt road and I really didn’t want to travel that far on a dirt road, also a sign stated only local trucks. So the new path then lead us trough Sturgis and then back to Wall.
We are camped at one of the camp grounds in Wall. We walked over to the Wall Drug
Store/Mall. The place had a lot of small stores in the front and in the back some more stores. In the middle of the place it has more interactive things to do. Also a T-Rex head that growled at people every two minutes. Also took some pictures of the kids on/in some touristy stuff.
We then ate at a restaurant across the street – the food was so-so – we were not impressed.
By the time it was to go to sleep a big thunder stormed rolled in and I lost my internet connection – so that is why the post is a day latter (back dated).
We headed back down the Enchanted Highway. This time the gift shop was open and we talked with the artist that is keeping the idea alive and well. Also found out that he does have power hook ups like a campground, but just no shower or restrooms.
We stopped at a petrified wood museum. After that we stopped on the side of the road for lunch.
The next road that street atlas guided us was a dirt road and I really didn’t want to travel that far on a dirt road, also a sign stated only local trucks. So the new path then lead us trough Sturgis and then back to Wall.
We are camped at one of the camp grounds in Wall. We walked over to the Wall Drug
Store/Mall. The place had a lot of small stores in the front and in the back some more stores. In the middle of the place it has more interactive things to do. Also a T-Rex head that growled at people every two minutes. Also took some pictures of the kids on/in some touristy stuff.
We then ate at a restaurant across the street – the food was so-so – we were not impressed.
By the time it was to go to sleep a big thunder stormed rolled in and I lost my internet connection – so that is why the post is a day latter (back dated).
Saturday, July 05, 2008
2008/07/05 – Saturday – Enchanted Highway
We left a little after 9:00 – so not a bad start for the day.
We stopped at Flying J’s for our gas stop in Fargo.
We stopped for lunch around noon at one of the rest area along I94.
Next stop was gas in Bismarck.
We stopped at the “Big Cow” (I will post picture on the adventure page – but you can also look in Smugmug album). The dirt road going up to the parking was ok, but to turn around was another storey. I had to jackknife the RV and trailer so we finally get turned around.
Now we started to look for a campsite, but it is extremely hard to find them. We had to drive additional 10 miles to Dickinson to find one in the time period we wanted to drive.
I unloaded the van and we then drove the Enchanted Highway. We stopped at all the metal sculptures along the route. All of the stops can accommodate the RV, but I was not sure. Buy the time we reached the end of the route, the store was closed, so tomorrow we will stop and of course buy nick-knacks.
When we returned back to town, we stopped at Apple Bee for dinner.
We stopped by the movie theater and found out they are showing Wall-E at 9:30.
Cheryl wanted to buy something for Eric, so off we go to K-Mart and she found something.
Now back to the theater to watch Wall-E.
We got back to camp about 11:30. Walked the dogs and now its time to go to bed – Later.
We stopped at Flying J’s for our gas stop in Fargo.
We stopped for lunch around noon at one of the rest area along I94.
Next stop was gas in Bismarck.
We stopped at the “Big Cow” (I will post picture on the adventure page – but you can also look in Smugmug album). The dirt road going up to the parking was ok, but to turn around was another storey. I had to jackknife the RV and trailer so we finally get turned around.
Now we started to look for a campsite, but it is extremely hard to find them. We had to drive additional 10 miles to Dickinson to find one in the time period we wanted to drive.
I unloaded the van and we then drove the Enchanted Highway. We stopped at all the metal sculptures along the route. All of the stops can accommodate the RV, but I was not sure. Buy the time we reached the end of the route, the store was closed, so tomorrow we will stop and of course buy nick-knacks.
When we returned back to town, we stopped at Apple Bee for dinner.
We stopped by the movie theater and found out they are showing Wall-E at 9:30.
Cheryl wanted to buy something for Eric, so off we go to K-Mart and she found something.
Now back to the theater to watch Wall-E.
We got back to camp about 11:30. Walked the dogs and now its time to go to bed – Later.
Friday, July 04, 2008
2008/07/04 – Friday - Head Waters
We left camp a little after 9:00.
Before finding a beachfront we had to wait for a BIG boat to go by with the drawbridge up to let it pass by. We finally found a beachfront on Lake Superior and dipped our toes and hands in the BIG Lake.
A quick stop for gas and we where on way. We stopped in Cohasset for lunch.
We finally made it to the Mississippi River headwaters. We took the dogs for the walk also. Zircon did swim across the river and didn’t want to do that again.
We all played in the water for a while – even Turquoise enjoyed playing.
We tried to stay at a casino, but the RV Park was full, so we tried about three other places and all was full. We finally made a reservation at KOA near Fargo and all was well.
We finally pulled in about 6:00. Amanda and Cheryl cooked dinner.
Before finding a beachfront we had to wait for a BIG boat to go by with the drawbridge up to let it pass by. We finally found a beachfront on Lake Superior and dipped our toes and hands in the BIG Lake.
A quick stop for gas and we where on way. We stopped in Cohasset for lunch.
We finally made it to the Mississippi River headwaters. We took the dogs for the walk also. Zircon did swim across the river and didn’t want to do that again.
We all played in the water for a while – even Turquoise enjoyed playing.
We tried to stay at a casino, but the RV Park was full, so we tried about three other places and all was full. We finally made a reservation at KOA near Fargo and all was well.
We finally pulled in about 6:00. Amanda and Cheryl cooked dinner.
Thursday, July 03, 2008
2008/07/03 – Last of the Locks
We got moving right on time – 9:00. I did have to stop when I just pulled out of the parking lot to get the computer reset – so Cheryl went into the store to get some ice.
Dam and Lock #2 and #1 was found. But getting to #1 took an ordeal of navigation. We wondered through Minneapolis and finally found #1. I drove down to the bottom and found out I could not turn around, so I had to backup about a quarter of a mile.
Next we finally found lower and upper St Anthony Falls/Dam/Locks. I had to park in three locations and feed the three meters.
Amanda volunteered to call a campground that she found in the books.
I finally get see one of the Great Lakes – Superior
We went out for groceries and dinner. After dinner Cheryl really wanted Starbucks so we took about an 8-mile detour to find one.
Amanda worked on some schoolwork.
Dam and Lock #2 and #1 was found. But getting to #1 took an ordeal of navigation. We wondered through Minneapolis and finally found #1. I drove down to the bottom and found out I could not turn around, so I had to backup about a quarter of a mile.
Next we finally found lower and upper St Anthony Falls/Dam/Locks. I had to park in three locations and feed the three meters.
Amanda volunteered to call a campground that she found in the books.
I finally get see one of the Great Lakes – Superior
We went out for groceries and dinner. After dinner Cheryl really wanted Starbucks so we took about an 8-mile detour to find one.
Amanda worked on some schoolwork.
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
2008/07/02 – Wednesday – Dams and Locks
We left Elkader a little after 9:00. We stopped at several locks going up the Mississippi. Dams and Locks #9, #8, #7, #6, #5A, (missed number #5), #4, and #3.
At #9 and #5A we watched barges being worked in the lock.
Getting to dam #3 was a little nerve racking, because of all the signs stating restricted areas and all, but we finally found it and park in the visitor parking area and walked over the observation area without any problems.
We are camped at a casino RV Park – nice and cheep. We went into the casino for the buffet dinner.
We watch Nemo tonight.
At #9 and #5A we watched barges being worked in the lock.
Getting to dam #3 was a little nerve racking, because of all the signs stating restricted areas and all, but we finally found it and park in the visitor parking area and walked over the observation area without any problems.
We are camped at a casino RV Park – nice and cheep. We went into the casino for the buffet dinner.
We watch Nemo tonight.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
2008/07/01 – Tuesday – Family and Water
We got up late to day. We finally got moving and headed on out for dinner at family.
We stayed for about two hours and had fun talking.
We made arrange for the supper – so now it was time to explore.
We stopped at Dam/Lock #10, but we could not get the close view because it was under some type of maintenance/construction.
Next stop was at Pikes Peak – a great view of the Mississippi River and the Wisconsin River.
We did a cave, but a twist to it was to ride a boat. It is called Spooks Cave. After the cave tour, we did take a few pictures of a waterfall coming out of the middle of the hill (another cave), on the same grounds.
We went driving around – we did go over a bridge to Wisconsin for some sight seeing.
We then headed for another family house for supper. We had a good time enjoying the food and company.
When we got back the dogs were really good – I am very happy with the dogs so far on this trip.
Amanda is currently frying bugs with our battery-operated fly swatter thingy.
We stayed for about two hours and had fun talking.
We made arrange for the supper – so now it was time to explore.
We stopped at Dam/Lock #10, but we could not get the close view because it was under some type of maintenance/construction.
Next stop was at Pikes Peak – a great view of the Mississippi River and the Wisconsin River.
We did a cave, but a twist to it was to ride a boat. It is called Spooks Cave. After the cave tour, we did take a few pictures of a waterfall coming out of the middle of the hill (another cave), on the same grounds.
We went driving around – we did go over a bridge to Wisconsin for some sight seeing.
We then headed for another family house for supper. We had a good time enjoying the food and company.
When we got back the dogs were really good – I am very happy with the dogs so far on this trip.
Amanda is currently frying bugs with our battery-operated fly swatter thingy.
Monday, June 30, 2008
2008/06/30 – Monday – Family
We left camp at 9:15. It took a little to get out of the campground (avoiding VERY LOW wires), but we were on our way.
We stopped for gas and lunch at a Flying J’s in Des Moines
Next stop was at a Flying J’s in Waterloo.
One the way towards Elkader we had to stop twice for road construction.
Well we are at Deer Park - This park was flooded, but now they are up and running.
We were invited to dinner at G&N. We had a good time visiting.
Back at the RV we watched Star Dust until after midnight – so I know we will sleep in a little tomorrow.
We stopped for gas and lunch at a Flying J’s in Des Moines
Next stop was at a Flying J’s in Waterloo.
One the way towards Elkader we had to stop twice for road construction.
Well we are at Deer Park - This park was flooded, but now they are up and running.
We were invited to dinner at G&N. We had a good time visiting.
Back at the RV we watched Star Dust until after midnight – so I know we will sleep in a little tomorrow.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
2008/06/29 – Sunday – On the road again
We got a very late start today. I got up at 9:00 and started to get things ready. I had to get all the outside things put away and ready - Van, Flagpole, Satellite, and hookups. While I was doing that, the campground host came by and asked if I lost a windsock – Yes I did, sure enough, when I retrieved it, it was mine.
We finally was on the road at 11:00
The new tire sensor on the trailer tire is working well - hurray.
Our first stop was at Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve. We walked around the grounds and returned back to the RV to have a late Lunch at 2:00.
We got gas at Flying J’s at 2:40, then again at another Flying J’s in Kansas City.
We are now stopped just north of Kansas City.
Mom M did her laundry and ours.
We finally was on the road at 11:00
The new tire sensor on the trailer tire is working well - hurray.
Our first stop was at Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve. We walked around the grounds and returned back to the RV to have a late Lunch at 2:00.
We got gas at Flying J’s at 2:40, then again at another Flying J’s in Kansas City.
We are now stopped just north of Kansas City.
Mom M did her laundry and ours.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
2008/06/28 – Saturday – Last Day of NSDC
I got up and took the tires off the trailer, in the rain. A tire shop put the new sensors on the tires, so hopefully all is ok. When I got back I went ahead and put the tires back onto the trailer.
We got to the dance after lunch and did some dancing.
For dinner we went to a Mexican food place. Mom M got sick on the way back to the RV.
We got all the necessary items and changed to the evening.
We did do some dancing in the live band hall (mainstream).
The after party in the Youth Hall was a blast. When it was time to leave, we could not find Cheryl’s phone. We must have looked for a good ½ hour.
We got back to the RV a little after 12:30 A.M. We received a phone call from Mom D at 1:30 A.M. about the possibilities on where Cheryl’s phone is located. So off I go to get it. YEP it was hers – cool. One of the kids picked it up in her stuff and the father called. So now it get to re-activate the phone in the morning.
I finally got to bed at 2:00 in the morning. So I know tomorrow I will be tired!
We got to the dance after lunch and did some dancing.
For dinner we went to a Mexican food place. Mom M got sick on the way back to the RV.
We got all the necessary items and changed to the evening.
We did do some dancing in the live band hall (mainstream).
The after party in the Youth Hall was a blast. When it was time to leave, we could not find Cheryl’s phone. We must have looked for a good ½ hour.
We got back to the RV a little after 12:30 A.M. We received a phone call from Mom D at 1:30 A.M. about the possibilities on where Cheryl’s phone is located. So off I go to get it. YEP it was hers – cool. One of the kids picked it up in her stuff and the father called. So now it get to re-activate the phone in the morning.
I finally got to bed at 2:00 in the morning. So I know tomorrow I will be tired!
Friday, June 27, 2008
2008/06/27 – Friday – Dancing
Well at 2:30 in the morning a big thunderstorm woke us up with all of its wind, lighting, thunder, and rain. Then again another cell happen at 4:30 but this time the thunder was louder.
When it was time to leave for our meeting, we made the choice to sleep in. Also what helped in making the choice is Chris called told us the highway was crawling.
We made a few phone calls and a big group of us went for lunch.
We did go finally to the convention center. The kids did their dancing in the Youth Hall and we did some dancing in the Plus hall in the hotel.
We left for dinner and anther group went to Sonic.
I noticed that our square dance windsock is gone – so now I need to get a new one of those. Also the connector for the lights had burned up.
We returned to the RV and changed to our family outfits (sorry those pictures will no be posted until we return from the trip)
Once we got to the Convention Center, we got our pictures taken in our outfits. We also got a group shot of the Long Beach group
The kids did more dancing in the Youth Hall, while we mostly talked and relaxed.
When we returned, the flag pool had partially collapsed. So I re-extended the poll and worked on the lights. I did get the pool lights lit, but not the ground on yet.
Well its 1:00 again – time to go to bed – hopefully no thunderstorms tonight.
When it was time to leave for our meeting, we made the choice to sleep in. Also what helped in making the choice is Chris called told us the highway was crawling.
We made a few phone calls and a big group of us went for lunch.
We did go finally to the convention center. The kids did their dancing in the Youth Hall and we did some dancing in the Plus hall in the hotel.
We left for dinner and anther group went to Sonic.
I noticed that our square dance windsock is gone – so now I need to get a new one of those. Also the connector for the lights had burned up.
We returned to the RV and changed to our family outfits (sorry those pictures will no be posted until we return from the trip)
Once we got to the Convention Center, we got our pictures taken in our outfits. We also got a group shot of the Long Beach group
The kids did more dancing in the Youth Hall, while we mostly talked and relaxed.
When we returned, the flag pool had partially collapsed. So I re-extended the poll and worked on the lights. I did get the pool lights lit, but not the ground on yet.
Well its 1:00 again – time to go to bed – hopefully no thunderstorms tonight.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
2008/06/26 – Thursday – Salt and Dancing
A big group of us went and did the Salt mine tour. First we stopped at the tour got our tickets for 11:20 then we head back down the road to an Amish restaurant. Food was good and it was a really good price.
We make it back to the mine in time for our tour. We was down under the ground at about 650 feet below.
Back at camp I took about a 5 min nap.
I checked on how much to put new sensors on the trailer tires and one place said $26 per tire – too much!
We did go back to the convention center to do our shopping. We got new jewelry for the whole family plus both Moms
For dinner break we went to Denny’s. I checked on another location and they quoted $19.95 per tire – so I will have them do it.
We changed into our outfits for the evening and went back to dancing. I did get some dancing in with the kids in the after party.
Back to the RV a little after midnight – we need to be back at the convention center by 9:00 for a meeting and it is 1:00 now so good night….
We make it back to the mine in time for our tour. We was down under the ground at about 650 feet below.
Back at camp I took about a 5 min nap.
I checked on how much to put new sensors on the trailer tires and one place said $26 per tire – too much!
We did go back to the convention center to do our shopping. We got new jewelry for the whole family plus both Moms
For dinner break we went to Denny’s. I checked on another location and they quoted $19.95 per tire – so I will have them do it.
We changed into our outfits for the evening and went back to dancing. I did get some dancing in with the kids in the after party.
Back to the RV a little after midnight – we need to be back at the convention center by 9:00 for a meeting and it is 1:00 now so good night….
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
2008/06/25 – Wednesday – Fixing and Dancing
Cheryl went and did laundry, while she was doing that, the kids went swimming.
Mom M and I went to Home Depot so I could fix the closet. We found the metal holders – it was shower curtains holders. After returning, I fixed the closet bar – now we can get to our clothes properly.
Cheryl finished the laundry and putting the clothes away, we headed on out for our next adventure.
We made some arrangement with Chris – so we met Chris and his mom and dad at the convention center. We got our packages (badges and programs)
Next stop on our running around was at Sheplers and yes we did buy some things. Now it was time for dinner. After doing some ring-around-the-rosy we finally found the place and had a good meal and some good conversations.
We got ready for the evening dancing.
We did our dancing and talking with lots of friends and was also invited to a evening gathering – so we enjoyed that.
We gained another kid for the night and our next adventure tomorrow – so until then type to you latter its 1:00 in the morning local time, I need to get my sleep.
Mom M and I went to Home Depot so I could fix the closet. We found the metal holders – it was shower curtains holders. After returning, I fixed the closet bar – now we can get to our clothes properly.
Cheryl finished the laundry and putting the clothes away, we headed on out for our next adventure.
We made some arrangement with Chris – so we met Chris and his mom and dad at the convention center. We got our packages (badges and programs)
Next stop on our running around was at Sheplers and yes we did buy some things. Now it was time for dinner. After doing some ring-around-the-rosy we finally found the place and had a good meal and some good conversations.
We got ready for the evening dancing.
We did our dancing and talking with lots of friends and was also invited to a evening gathering – so we enjoyed that.
We gained another kid for the night and our next adventure tomorrow – so until then type to you latter its 1:00 in the morning local time, I need to get my sleep.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
2008/06/24 – Tuesday – We are in Wichita
We left camp on time – 9:00 am. On the way out, we almost ran over a tortuous.
Our first stop was a gas and lunch in a little town called Minneola Kansas.
Next was at the ‘Big Well’ in Greensburg Kansas where a tornado (EF5) hit in May 2007. Wow the town is still building. The “Big Well” is still there, but the gift shop is a very small temporary building. They still do not do tours down into the well since the disaster.
We did get to see a crop fire.
I almost missed the turn off for the campground. We got checked ok and they are happy to receive a package I had to order to get the trailer tires sensor replacements delivered to us.
Amanda went with Chris and his Mom to a Barn Dance (Square Dance)
The rest of us went to Wally World for a few items.
When Chris returned Amanda, we chatted for little while.
Our first stop was a gas and lunch in a little town called Minneola Kansas.
Next was at the ‘Big Well’ in Greensburg Kansas where a tornado (EF5) hit in May 2007. Wow the town is still building. The “Big Well” is still there, but the gift shop is a very small temporary building. They still do not do tours down into the well since the disaster.
We did get to see a crop fire.
I almost missed the turn off for the campground. We got checked ok and they are happy to receive a package I had to order to get the trailer tires sensor replacements delivered to us.
Amanda went with Chris and his Mom to a Barn Dance (Square Dance)
The rest of us went to Wally World for a few items.
When Chris returned Amanda, we chatted for little while.
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