Oct 14, 2019 - Savannah

We left early this a.m. and headed north on I 95. We drove along the coast through Jacksonville and on to Savannah. We were surprised by how marshy the coast is in places. We did go inland a little in Georgia. We took Hwy 16 into town turning off onto Martin Luther King BLVD on the outskirts of the historical district. We easily found the Visitors Center ( in the old train station) and the trolley depot across the street. With free parking ...and someone to look afyer our car...we booked an Overview Tour on the old white trolley. We were...

Oct 14, 2019 - Last Day

This turned into another kind of lazy day, but we managed to include both shopping and the pool before heading out to eat. We went to Charlie’s Fish House because I wanted some seafood. In fact, I had my heart set on stone crab claws, only to find out that they would not be in for another 2 days. And I just could NOT get the OG to stay another 2 days. So I had Charlie;s Salmon Oscar topped with lobster, asparagus and bearnaise sauce. Not what I had in mind, but excellent nonetheless. While we were out running around, Rowland’s neighbor,...

Oct 13, 2019 - A New Great Grandbaby

Penny and I went shopping today, leaving the 2 guys on their own. We are never sure if this is a good idea or not since they think alike and could get into all kinds of trouble if they set their mind to it. Anyway, I didn’t buy much, except groceries. BUT I got the news that Lacie’s baby was born, making us great grandparents. Can’t wait to see him in person and to hold him before we have to be down in Big Bend.

Oct 12, 2019 - North Georgia Mountain Resort

As our last "destination stop" on our summer tour we booked five days at a resort in the mountains north east of Atlanta. We figured it would be an easy drive of about 95 miles. We did not anticipate the nature of the drive. Many 6%+ grades. Lots of curves and a bit hair-raising especially going downhill. The engineer straining at 4000 rpm and trying to use the brakes judiciously to avoid overheating. We got here safe and sound but a bit drained. Nice place, but we probably are here in the off-season. Lots of water parks and tubing. A bit...

Oct 12, 2019 - A Visit With the Cuz

We planned to go visit Carol and Alan yesterday, and spend one night. When I asked Don how soon he wanted to leave, he said his usual, “when we get around to it.” So I took him at his word. Big mistake! To begin with, we were going to get the oil changed in the truck on the way. At 7:20 he announced that I should get a move on if we were to get there by 8. Ha!! As if that was going to happen! I needed my coffee first. So we got there at 9:30. Then it took them 3 ½ hours to get the oil changed. Then it was another hour to get to Inglis for...

Oct 10, 2019 - Pool Day

After all our exercise yesterday, we decided to take a day to just relax. And because the weather cooperated so nicely, we made it a pool day. We did our usual late start, coffee in bed until 9 or so, then breakfast. Then we spent a few hours just lolling around, and in, the pool. I definitely think I could get used to this. I told the Old Guy that when we settle down, I will need a house with a pool!

Oct 9, 2019 - An Outing

Today we went to the Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park, a small but very pretty park that showcased birds and animals native to Florida. We took a boat ride into the park with a volunteer who described the foliage and told us about some of the highlights of the park. It was like a jungle tour. Inside the park we walked about a mile looking at the exhibits, mostly birds of all kinds. A lot of them were in for rehab, or protection because they could not be reintergrated into the wild. The way this was set up we virtually walked among...

Oct 8, 2019 - Yogi Bear Jellystone

We got a late start from the kids home, but hit the freeway heading west. We made it to Bremen GA , 180 miles, and the Yogi Bear Jellystone where we stayed for the night. As before, at this location, we had Hunt Brothers Pizza and relaxed for the night. The next day we departed about 9 a.m., our usual time and headed to our friends home near Snead, AL.

Oct 8, 2019 - So Good to See Old Friends

We made it to Beverly Hill, Florida yesterday around 4:30 Had a little trouble getting in to Row’s place and had to park straight in rather than backing in due to the increased traffic. But finally we were settled and enjoyed an evening with our friends. It was a night to talk about old times, and trips we had taken together. We enjoyed a good meal, and turned in fairly early (for us.) Today we slept in till 8 o’clock (thank you Trixie for allowing this!) Then had coffee in bed and a leisurely breakfast before getting the day started. Penny...

Oct 7, 2019 - Leaving the East and Heading Westward

It’s been a fantastic stay for us at “The Kids” place near Augusta. But, like all good things, this too, must come to an end. It’s time to head west for our three year switch out. We’ll take about 2 weeks (or so) to get to Brenda, AZ, where we’ll spend the rest of the winter. While we were here, helped out around this 2 1/2 acre property. “The Kids” went on vacation for two weeks and we were tasked with taking care of their dog, Rex and all things in the house and on the grounds. So that meant, We took care of the lawns, 1 1/2 acres with...

Oct 6, 2019 - Flea markets

Rainy, went to Clayton enclosed flea market and Rabun open market, Rabun was better even though we were there as people were closing. Checked out Dillard house, restaurant, hotel, gift show, horse stables and petting zoo. Will go back for lunch or dinner before we leave. Lots of antique stores near us too.

Oct 6, 2019 - What Time Zone Are We In?

Making progress but figure we have at least 2 more days. The roads are atrocious! Really beating us up, especially the bridges! We will be lucky if the RV holds together for this trip. I think the smaller roads are way better than the interstates! I picked out a place just across the border from Tallahassee for the night. As we got closer to the Tallahassee area we began to see the effects of the last hurricane that went through, with huge trees down all over the place. And unfortunately, when we got to the campground, we found that it was...