Good morning to all. I had a great week and I would like to share with all.
I had my grandsons over Sat. The boys are always hungry so we had to make a pit stop to Subway. The boys and Harry each got a 12 inch sandwich and to my surprise Cody ate the whole thing. After lunch, the boys help put some Christmas decoration in and out of the RV. My grandchildren know how to get granny in the holiday spirit. Saturday we were blessed with sunshine ( the sun has been absent for serval days} the air was crisps just a great day to be outside. Taking advantage of a perfect day Harry smoked a brisket for Sunday dinner. As well as a steak for dinner, I can not keep the boys tummy full. He also made us a nice warm and cozy fire to sit and enjoy. The wind begin to pick up so the fire was short lived. Not to worry we just went inside and with a push of a button wa la we had fire. [fireplace] we snuggled around the TV to watch the New Orleans Saints, and the Dallas Cowboys. That too was short lived the Cowboys beat the Saints 24 to 17. I was so rooting for the Saints.
I know they have a play off spot. I really was hoping for a perfect season.
Sunday we had dinner at my sisters house and our Aunts came for a visit. Aunt Carol and Aunt Betty are my dad sisters. We do not get to see them often so this makes the visit very very special. I do have a large family and it always a treat for us to be together. We had several hours to catch up with one another and good food, wine, and the Texans won there game. Life is good.
Have a busy week ahead, need to get baking finish and roasting {Harry} chestnuts.
Enjoy today with all the hustle and bustle of the seasons we can forget the true meaning of Christmas.
Be safe XXXXOOOO
Juju

I do applogize for my absent. I truly have no excuse. I have been lazy and playing on Facebook. I know a day without Juju is like a day without sun.
I guess I will need to work backwards to catch up. Tuesday was my Birthday I am @#$&#. My day was great I received many Birthday wishes. My grandson treated me to a Christmas Chior program. I so enjoy going to my grandsons school, sports, events. Last night we went to dinner with our friends at a local resturant (Gus's)the best place for Happy Hour and Steaks. Yummy. I do believe that Harry and I have gotten to eat at all our favorite places, since being home. Although we do not have many choices in the Galveston County area. You need to head to Clear Lake, Nasa area. However you do need to pack a lunch cause the wait is always FOREVER!!!!
This past weekend Dec. 11-13. we were in Rayford Crossing RV Park. It was our annual Christmas rally with the Texas Boomer group. I believe we had 36 rigs at the park. Which means we had friends across Texas to play with. Such a treat to be with our friends. Many we only get to see once a year. You know how large Texas is. We all had a great time being with old friends and a few new boomers. As always plenty of food, drinks, camp fires, and fellowship. A perfect weekend. Looking forward to our next rally. Of course the old saying is what happens with the boomers should stay with the boomers. However I never signed that disclaimer. We had the miseltoe man, walking around to get his holiday kiss. Then we had our gift exchange, we do have clever people with some bizarre imagination. Our group is such fun you just never know what will happen.
I am a Texan fan. Harry and I have been able to go to 3 home games at Reliant staduim. I love going to the games, BUT some people are just rude. I wonder why they are at the game. The same people up and down going to get beer than to the bathroomm. They will block the asile. You just can't see around them and of course you have the football guru sitting behind us who knows it all. The Texans kicked booty. The Seattle Seahawks went back west with thier head in shame.
This Sat. shall be a good game the New Orleans Saints will play the Dallas Cowboys. I am also a huge Saints fan. So who dat who dat gonna beat dem saints.
I have been released from the doctor. My foot has heeled very well. He would like for me to wear shoes. So I was cool with that went shoe shopping got a new pair of boots and casual walking shoes. Poor Harry just shakes his head. After all I do have the doctor RX. hehehe!!!
Well my friends I must get busy, need to go SHOPPING!!!! My favorite 8 letter word.
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.
Be Safe Juju

Texas

Howdy Yawl!!Know that is a Texas greeting. Yes us Texan have our ways of speaking, such as fix n to take a bath, or fixin to makes dinner, or takes a nap. Ya'll come back now you hear. We also have great food. We smoke meat here slow and long. Nothing better than a smoked brisket with a nice crisp crunchy crust, not burned mind you but crispy. All the fixins to go with it. Potatoe salad, cole slaw, baked beans, sliced onions, pickles, and jalapenos. Too further wet your appetite let's talk CHICKEN FRIED STEAK now that's a Texas legends. A piece of cube steak battered and deep fried than smothered with cream gravy with a side of smashed taters and corn, and homemade rolls. Now that's good eatins. We are also proud of our Tex Mex food having a close friend who is a American born Mexican has shared with me her homemade enchilada's and chili gravy yummy. Then we have the Gulf of Mexico, abundance of seafood, oysters, crabs, shrimps, fish. Having roots from the great melting pot, I have a diversity in many cuisine there is Cajun, French, Italian, Irish, German, and Indian. My all time favorite is my grandmothers hot water cornbread. A fried piece of cornbread goes great with Irish stew or vegetable soup.
As Texan we love our beaches and water sports. Beach volleyball, surfing and sunbathing.
When the suns begins to fade we have long strolls walking barefoot on the sandy beach, letting the warm tide rush your feet. Our night life, none better we have the Texas Two Step, The Cotton Eyed Joe, and our famous Waltz across Texas. Beverages of choice good beer and good bourbon. Then we have lots of great wines. Drive through Texas vineyards down around Fredricksberg area. Many tasting rooms that will surprise your taste buds. Lots of antiques shops,and many bed and breakfast.
Our men folk still open doors for the ladies, a strong handshake is a mans greeting and most important a gentleman's agreement. Most Texan men do wear ten gallon hats or a baseball cap with their favorite sports team. Daily wear is a nice fitting pair of jeans,evening comes and off with the jeans and dress shirts and pants. Cowboy boots are always appropriate attire. Ladies well we do make a fashion statement. We have manicures, pedicure for beach, city, country, casual, evening, apparel. Our everyday appearance is like a daily spa treatment. We always look our best. Being women that's what we do best.
Well today being Sunday, means Football Texans have a bye week, I will be rooting for the them Nawlin Saints. Hmm what a fun place the crescent city. Now there is some history I might just have too renew my inner french Cajun roots. I see a road trip in my future.
Till next time yawl. Be sweet and safe. Come visit this itty bitty piss ant town.
Yall come back now yous here.
Juju

Hello again

Howdy to all. I know it has been a while. Been very busy with my grandboys. Ryan plays football on Tues evenings, and Cody plays soccer on Mon and Wed evening. We are making trips to Galveston 3 times a week. Hey my boys are so worth it. I do love being a granny.
Harry and I are have moved to spot 76, this site is back on the bay. We have a small backyard and just more outdoor room. We are able to sit and fish and through out a crab trap. Hoping to catch enough for fish fry and crab boil. Yummy Yummy. We have some friends a couple of spaces down from us. We sat out the other night had a fire and a few drinks. Great to catch up with them. They have just sold their house and now doing the RV thing. Nick has recently retired from BP. More fun friends to play.
Well I had my foot surgery Thursday Oct. 29th all went well. I had a large bone spur removed from the top of my foot, and had him take off a bunion while I was on the table. Will need to stay off my foot for a week. Then gradually put weight on it. I did get good meds. Love being in La La land. Oops I live there, says Harry. Speaking of Harry he is taking great care of me. I so love being spoiled.
How about Greys Anatomy great show last night. I am also watching flash forward not sure about that series.
We had a great time at the Texans football game last Sunday we have one more game to attend.
This team can give a lot of thrills, as long as we win they can give me a few scares.
This Sunday I will have to watch them from my living room.
Well there is a lot going on this weekend Biker rally in Galveston, Wings over Houston the blue angels will be performing. Boo on the boardwalk, trick or treaters, and a Halloween party given by our next door neighbors. What to do? I just have to miss all because I can't walk.
Would like to give a big congratulation to our dear friends Jimmy and Connie they have celebrated 40 years of wedded bliss. A big milestone this day and time. Harry and I will also have 40 years under our belt this Dec.
Well I shall sign off but beware I shall be back.
Be safe XXXXOOOO
Juju
A big howdy to all of our camping buddys we miss yall but will see you soon.

Oct 18th

Had a great Sunday, the weather was very nice. We finally got our first cool front, dropping temp about 20 degrees. With the heat index a balmy 101, any relief was a welcome treat. We were able to turn the A C off, open the windows and enjoy the fresh north wind. Harry and I have been struggling with the heat, the pleasant weather in the northwest has truly spoiled us.
We bought us a small BBQ smoker, Harry put some baby back ribs and a chicken on Sunday. Let the meat slowly smoke for 5 to 6 hours. Now that's is Texas style BBQ. Harry has always had good meat, love gnawing on the bone. {Shame Shame on you I know what u thinking}
Lisa Pooh came into town this weekend it was her birthday. Yes my baby girl is 36 now. Don't know were the time has gone. She meet us at a local Mexican restaurant, a nice hang out for a group of friends and happy hour. Friday has always been family night for us so we went to Maureen's loft and I cooked us a seafood dinner. Maureen is a ghost and goblin fan of Halloween she has decorated her loft in the spirit of the season. She can not help her self I was in labor with her on Halloween.
My perfect grandson made a goal for his soccer team of course he was the star of the game. However I must confess I could not make that game just unable to get to Galveston.
He has another game this week and I shall be there. I was able to see Ryan football team skunk Blocker. I was very impress with TC football field the city spent over a million dollars to refurbish it, the TC Stings has a field to be proud to play on.
That old saying what goes around comes around, it is true Harry received is jury summons. He has to report the first week of Nov. I thought I would be able to get exempt because I am going to have foot surgery, well the very nice lady on the phone said we will reschedule so I shall be reporting to court Feb 22. Having 4 months to stew just makes it that much harder for those poor souls.
Well guys I need to get busy so I shall say so long.
Be safe and XXXXXOOOO

Via Bayou RV park

We are in Dickinson at the Via bayou R V park. This park is back behind Hillmans seafood and on Dickinson bayou. I do like the park we have a nice breeze and our site is concrete. Has a laundry room, wide space to enjoy the outside, no highway noise and of course a fishing and crabbing pier. Yes I am a happy camper.
We arrived in Dickinson Sept. 29th in time to see our grandson Ryan play football. He plays for Austin Middle School Indians. They played Santa Fe Indians and his team won. Ryan is playing on both the offense and defense teams. Of course we all know he is the best kid on the team. Just ask me. Cody plays soccer, his games are Wed. evenings. After the games the boys wanted to go out to dinner, so being the best Granny in the world I take them . Little do they know next week Granny will bring peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. We will have a picnic, great family time and better for Papa's budget.
I have been home less than a week when I received a jury summons. Can you believe this, I have been to 13 states the last 7 months and this state hits me with a jury summons. I really would not mind serving on a jury but it is the processing. You are herded like livestock sit and wait till your name might be called, if not then you must call the jury hot line and listen for your name if you are to report to court next the day. This can go on for 5 days. Unable to make plans
you are at the mercy of the system. I could continue to whine but who cares just get over it.
We went to dinner Thursday night I surprised Kerry she is happy I am home. We enjoyed happy hour and got caught up on silly girl stuff.
Sunday was football. We have tickets to the Texans game and what a sweet sweet victory. So worth the trip in the rain and wind. But again I need to rant and rave. What is with people, up and down, climbing over you, blocking your view standing and talking by your seat. My gosh people please tell me WHY are you there. { I am still on my meds} so you can not blame me.
Well I will say good bye for now, I will still be in touch with all. I do have lots more to talk about.
Be Safe
Juju
XXXXXOOOOOO

I've been every where man

Just like Johnny Cash song. We are now in Boerne TX. We will visit our daughter Malissa, she would like some of moms home cooking. She is taking Friday off from work, we will do what girls do best SHOPPIN
We are going to have a rainy Tuesday. Will not get much accomplished. We need to put our trailer in the shop for some minor repairs which means I need to clear out the fridge and gather some clothes. Tough to do in the rain. Hmmm I know what I can do. LOL

After we left Creede CO. we drove to Dolores County CO. and met up with some friends at Priest Gulch RV park. We quickly got set up {for 5:00 somewhere} bloody marys, crown and coke, beer, and a roaring fire. Sunday we went up a mountain elevation about 13,000, the trail very narrow, glad we rode with Jay and Stella our truck just to wide to. if you are afraid of heights this is not a trip for you. The rode is very winding, rugged, and you don't want to look out the side. What a drop off. Like Harry said the trees will break your fall, he is a man of many words, I am sorry ladies he is mine. he he he There was a lake at the top so we tired fishing only got one through it back. Very cold on the mountain and we had several layers of clothes and still could not get warm. We had such fun, this will be a memory we want soon forget. We did mange to catch some rainbow trout at another lake enough for a fish fry with all the fix 'ens.' I even caught two fish I had such fun I can't wait to get to Via Bayou in Dickinson to fish and crab. When we did not fish we took scenic drives and admired the fall colors of the trees. The Aspen trees, from bright green to pale green then to yellow then to bright copper. With the sunlight gleaming on the trees the colors hues can only be appreciated in person. So this must be on your to do list.

Our week was over all too soon. Time to say good bye to our coffee and cobbler nights {3} sitting by roaring fires, telling fish stories, and scary rides up the mountains, pizza nights with beer and wine, and our great friends that made our trip very special.

Time to begin the last leg of our trip, being on the road for six months and traveling 13 states, our road trip is done for awhile. We have many excited family members and MS Kerrie who are counting the minutes. Cody and Ryan want there granny and papa home.

We are truly blessed to be able to full fill our retirement dreams. Having the Peace of Christ our journey was spiritual as thrilling.

Be safe XXXXOOOOO

Juju

Harry and the Hendersons in Colorado

I know it has been quite a while since my last post. Just been busy. We arrived in Creede Co. Aug 29th. Pat, Steve, Doug and Mar greeted us. The park [Mountain View] had a BBQ dinner that evening celebrating ten years. Very tastee lots of good food and of course great fellowship. Harry and I did make it an early night a full day of driving can tire you.

The Henderson's flew into Durango to join us for the Labor Day weekend. We were able to take them to some of our favorites places. Pagosa Springs, Lake City, Wolf Creek pass and Pool table. Took a small train ride and stopped for a great catfish lunch. This area of Co. is very mountainous elevation can be as high 12,000 feet. Roads are very winding, turns can be sharp, but the view is so worth the trip. Many little side roads, will lead you to water falls that will take your breathe away. The many little critters AKA chipmunks beg for treats. We did get to see a couple of nice size deer. However after we had drove Wayne and Leslie to the airport. Harry and I saw wild turkeys and a doe and two fawns. Of course I did not have the camera ready. We did have 4 fun days with the Henderson but it went by all to fast. Our friendship goes way way back about 30 years.

Monday being Labor Day we decided we needed to be adventurous, the four of us Pat Steve Harry and I took a one hour guided horse ride. We had a blast, I can't say much for the horse. Our guide took us up a mountain trail that was a new area of landscape for us, this beauty never gets old. Our ride to short but we were ready get off the horse, now we know why cowboys are bow legged. We were very sore Tues. Just another thing we can scratch from our bucket list. Pat and Steve leave here Thursday they are heading to Indiana. Doug and Mar left Wed. they are heading home to Texas.

Harry and I will make a short drive to Priest Gulch Co. in Delores County, CO. Where will meet up with some more friends Coffmans, Cobbs, Hathcocks Our menu will be BLT, Bloody Marys, and Screw drivers. We all have our specialty Ricky cooks the bacon and if she was here we would let Kelly cooks the steaks because of her special crunchy seasoning. The rest of us just sit back and supervise.

Well love to all Be safe

XXXXXOOOOO

Juju

Had a date tonight. My guy pick me up about 5:30 we drove to the historic old town Albuquerque, strolled the many shops added to my Christmas collection. Then we headed to St. Clair's Winery and Bistro. I had the grilled chicken with a cream sauce served over Penna pasta. Harry's choice the shrimp with cream sauce over Penna pasta. YUMMY YUMMY !!!! We were here back in April and took our friends Jay and Stella. I do think they enjoyed this find cuz Jay and I got the OMG onion soup to die for.

After the dinner we headed to Santa Ana Star Casino lounge for some 50's and 60's music. As we entered the building we where over whelmed with cigarette smoked so intense. Yet we forged forwarded to check things out. Headed to the lounge and was told it was not open till weekend so off to the player clubs service desk to get our cards. I ask a few question and was told the table was alcohol free tables. I was O K with that but golly jeez the smoke was more than I could inhale. They had a let it ride tables for three dollars and blackjack tables 3 dollars. Really wanted to play but the smoke was too much, I had a instant headache really tried to be a sport, the air sucked.

We came back to our home had a few drinks and just watched a little TV, a perfect date.

We have plans again this evening, going to visit with some special friends who now resides here in Rio Rancho NM. We plan to take them to dinner, and visit.

Saturday we head to Creede CO. Steve and Pat are waiting for us.

They are so excited to have us they are having a BBQ in our honor. Yummy.

Be safe XXXOOO

Juju

Cannoylands Sunset

Mother nature in all her glory, all her beauty she has to share you will never be disappointed or bored. We have purple mountains majesty, amber waves of grain, America America God shed his grace on thee and crown they good with brotherhood from sea to shining sea. We enjoyed the Canyon Lands sunset the big orange sun behind a few clouds but bright enough for its ray to shine in all directions. I have been fortune enough to see many sunset over the oceans, through the windows of a plane, train, car, and bus. Somehow seeing the sun slowly disappear in the horizon in the mountains watching colors change from deep red to red to terracotta to orange the hue is endless. The finale of the day is gone but the end will be anew. Anyway our National parks and State parks are for all to enjoy so don't miss out, get out there and see America. She is a beauty.

Admiring the rock formation the many shapes leave your imagination to run a mock. You might think you see Java the Hut, The Blob, The Spinx, maybe an Indian arrow heads or dinosaur feet. Rocks that are perfectly balanced, and then some with just a slight breeze will tumble down.

Well today was a shopping day had to stock up, needed some crown, and wanted some Grey Goose. The price is right here in New Mexico, the old saying want not waste not. With a gallon and half of whiskey and half gallon of vodka will have plenty to share with our friends and be happy campers.

Here is a little trivia can you name these states The Big Sky Country, The Evergreen State, The Golden State, Famous Potato, The Beehive State, The Grand Canyon State, The Land of Enchantment, The Silver State, Lone Star State.

I finally got me a new do. This stylist did a great job on my cut. Very hard to found a hair dresser that you can trust and listen to what you want.

Spoke with my grand boys and they are well Ryan is playing football and Cody has chosen Soccer.

My parents will celebrate 60 years of marriage Aug. 31. My sisters and brother are giving them a small reception after church Sunday.

Well OK I have said enough.

Be safe XXXOOO

Juju

MOAB UT.

Arches National Park, our Sunday drive after a good morning breakfast. Really glad I chose to cook because we sure needed the fuel. This is by far the most beautiful. Just unbelievable sight. Natures gallery is so awe-inspiring, made by God hands is spiritual.

Water and ice, extreme temperatures, and underground salt movements are responsible for the sculptured rock scenery at Arches National Park. The sky being a clear blue, it is difficult to image such violent forces, that created the erosion. We drove through the park stopping at all photo opts, and walking the foot trails to the many features. You are able to see a lot from the car, but please you must get out to appreciate the special aura of time, the silence, and the scale may elude you unless you walk.

We hiked to Delicate Arch 0.8 mi easy trail through lose gravel. Just a spectacular arch. Balanced rock was easy accessible from the truck. We could not get a parking spot, the trail looked rather easy. Sand Dunes, Skyline, Devils Garden, Broken Arch, Tower Arch, Landscape Arch. A lot of those hikes have some elevation gain and a gravel surface. So worth the effort, just take your time [you are not 18.]

We drove through the camp sites, only for dry camping, but have a few sites that will accommodates large rigs. You must make a reservation, how sweet a treat to be in the park at night, how many stars could you count, shooting stars, meteors, listening to nature. For one or two nights it would be doable. We hope to put on our to do list next year. Leaving the park looking at all the formations you almost can envision a city of skyscrapers. Our plans for Monday is Canyon Land National Park.

We did spend some time in the Reno, Sparks, Tahoe area. We drove to Virginia City, which is about 6,000 ft in elevation. We strolled down main street sidewalks made of wood planks, dusty and dry, we mosey into the Bonanza Saloon for some good cowboy grub, and a drink for our parched body. Yes I knew the Cartwright boys would come in have a bite, and a brew. Little Joe and Hoss up to their silly shenanigans maybe a street brawl, but guess they were on the Ponderosa mending the fence. Maybe next year.

Next to Lake Tahoe 7000 ft in elevation, another pretty amazing lake. Many boating, skiing, swimming, sun bathing. Elevation of the lake is 6500 ft. deep. The lake was formed by active volcanoes ,fault lines, glaciers chiseled granite boulders. The water so clear you can see 75 ft deep in some places. Year round water temp. is 68 in summer and winter a brisk 39. The lakes does not freeze warm water rise, and the cool water sinks. I thought I might get a glimpse of the God Fathers home, but was made an offer I did not want to refuse. Did not want to sleep with fishes or Ferdo. I do have to say the town reminded me of the Woodlands, lot of Pondersoa pines, many strip malls, just like home.

We will have company when we get to Creed the Henderson are coming to play. That only means trouble. Les don't forget pictionary.

As we were driving to Tahoe we notice a nice motor coach but what caught our eyes the idiot was driving with his bedroom slide out. I can only assume it might have been Robin Williams making a sequel to RV.

Here are a few good parks to add to your list.

Desert Rose RV park in Fernley NV. they are Passport America Park great savings. Pull through 50 amps. We also met a couple from CA. who just bought them a Carrie Lite Emerald just like ours and they also are full timers. You just meet such fun people on the road.

Spanish Trail RV Park in Moab UT. No discount here but close to the parks.

Sites are pull through 50 amps picnic tables.

Be safe hugs and kisses XXXOOO.

JUJU

Redwoods

Redwood National and State Park. You just can't believe the size of these trees. So awe-inspiring the trees stretch to the sky, ma drone, red alder, big maples leaf, allowing thin rays of sunlight to shine through. We strolled though this extremely beautiful place. On the coast, Highway 101 skirts the edge of the continent between the coast range and the Pacific Ocean. You have a spectacular views of the rocky coastline, lighthouse, and crashing surf. Deb knowing my love of Lighthouses she pointed out to me the St. George Reef lighthouse. It is situated on a tiny, wave-swept rock, about six miles off the coast. The day was some what hazy, Paul saved the day with a pair of binoculars. There are a 101 things to do in Southern Oregon and Ca. I only have done a few so "I'LL BE BACK"

Friday and Saturday evening we hung out at Debs place played cards a few drinks and some good meals.

Sunday Harry and I went to church and afterwards Deb and Paul had a great lunch awaiting for us. Homemade waffles, bacon, sausage, and coffee. Again I over ate, gosh they can cook.
Then the hard sad part, saying good-bye. Never gets easy. Deb, I love you thank you for all your warm hospitality. Miss you. You must keep me posted on Big Brother LOL

We are leaving on our next leg, heading to Tahoe NV. New territory to explore. I hoping to see the Corleone house, The Godfather. Anyway we shall be there a few days. After today's hot of 88 we need to be in the cool mountains.

Enjoy the pictures. To all XXXXXOOOOO

Be Safe
Juju

America America

Monday evening we went to the theatre. The play was speelling (oops) Spelling Bee. A cast of nine and 4 guest contestants from the audience and one being Harry Hartley. Yes Harry made his debut on stage, he has had several acting jobs over the years. Just glad he never quit his day job.

We had 2 bottles of wine, laughed till our jaws were sore. During intermission Harry, Paul and myself choose a chocolate desert Deb choice was a raspberry cheesecake. Delicious !!! Harry did make two rounds of correct spelling, the third I was laughing too hard so I can't tell you what he misspelled.

Tuesday we continued to take in natures art work. Our scenic drive to Crater Lake National Park. The lake is a intense blue a color you will awe at the beauty. However it is a blue you will never forget. The lake is 5 miles wide and ridge by many cliffs. Crater lake is filled with rain and melted snow is the deepest lake in the U S and one of the deepest in the world.

Along the ridge are many pull outs for viewing and picture taking. We wondered through a few trails lined with Douglas's fir trees. Breathing the fresh pines scents reminds you of Christmas trees before the days of artificial trees and fake pine spray. Walking a bridge over the rushing water of the river. The spray from the river cools the body thirst and soothing sympathy of the river calms the soul. Taking advantage of fabulous weather
awesome scenery we had a picnic in the park. After our relaxing lunch we continue with our personal guides. Having friends that are locals has it's perks. Paul and Deb have a wealth of info and love to share their experience. They to are veteran campers enjoying the outdoor life. They also do lots of traveling. Deb is planning next year itinerary.

We came back to our place for cocktails and diner I put a pork loin in the crock pot, made a pot of rice, green beans. After a gourmet dinner we finished with a simple desert fresh peaches over a slice of pound cake with whipped cream. { All who know Juju, knows she will save some whipped cream for later fun. I can hear it now OMG TMI } Oh well !!!
I am sure I have asked you guys before if you watch the show WIPE OUT. it airs wed. at 8:00 p. m. central. If you have had a a tough day then this would be the show to help you make it through the night. You would not believe the idiot's competing for 50 grand. The obstacles course is a time trails. You must be the first to complete an obstacles course the fasts.
Hilarious yes America is a museum of awesome.
We are headed to the coast and Redwoods Thursday.
Have a good day all be safe XXXOOO

Love Juju

Rogue River Ride

This is one of the jet boats.

Just had to take a picture of this guy.

Juju, Harry, Deb and Paul at the O K Corral

What a day we had. So much fun. Deb made reservation for us to ride a jet boat and have a brunch. Let me tell you this is absolute to do when you are here in Medford Or. It was a blast. The appropriate attire a bathing suit. You shall surely get soaking wet. Our driver quite the show-off with 360 turns and then comes to a dead stop as a wall of water creams you. Top speed 100 mph, You are flying across the Rouge River. If you are a fan of roller coaster then this is the ride for you. AWESOME. We had a fantastic brunch at the O K Coral Lodge perched up a hill, just a few short feet from the river. You are sitting on a large redwood log covered porch. The first course awaits for your pleasure champagne, apple cider, coffee, orange juice, and water. Guess what I had to drink!!!! A huge platter of fresh fruit strawberries, grapes, pineapple, kiwi, watermelon and cantaloupe. The sweet nectar of the season best arousing the taste buds. Then the main course {all homemade} biscuits, gravy, sweet breads, western hash browns, crispy thick slice of bacon, sausage links, fluffy scramble eggs with cheddar cheese. Served family styled, do not be bashful it is all you can eat and drink. Our waitress was at our beckon call. If you go away hungry, you are to blame. After a full belly it is back to your boat, where the fun begins

again. I am told they have dinner cruises and sight seeing cruise no matter your choice, you will not be disappointed. I am ready for a do over.
We came home to change to dry clothes and relax before dinner with Deb and Paul. We had Paul's leftover homemade meatballs and spaghetti that we indulge upon our arrival Friday. Monday we get to see a play and afterwards they serve coffee and dessert, bread pudding a chocolate pie, fresh fruit just to name a few. Yes life is good!!!

On our last day in Lincoln City I needed to do a little Christmas shopping {Hmm what am I shopping for !!!!} Well as walked the beach front looking out into the Pacific Harry notice a spray of water. Looking closer it is what we have be waiting to see. A large whale swimming, jumping out of the water then diving back in with his tail fin waving at you. What a beautiful site to see. We stood there for such a time watching in awe. He finally went down deep for feeding and moving on.

Lunch time you can always tell Harry tummy talks to you. We drove down the rode a few miles. Found a place that has steamed crabs. Seafood no need to twist our arms. We ordered our crabs sat at a picnic table and our barbarian side came out. The sweet juice of crabs trailing down our arms, tearing the crabs apart and cracking the shell for the precious meat, dipping in butter and down the hatch. I hope your hungry, cuz we ate till we were plump as a butterball. We have had crayfish boils and shrimp boils, but a crab boil that's good eats.

Todays temp was a balmy 88. Please send a air conditioner. We are at Cypress Grove RV park. This is a keeper put on your favorite website: cypressgrovrvpark.com Gotta go for now another busy day.Be safe to all and to all xxxxoooo

Juju

Another day in Oregon

Happy Birthday to Coleena, Connie and Justin. Yes my lil sister's are old #$rts. Justin is 2 years he is Connie grandson, he is such a cutie. At 2 years of age, well need I say more. He is a happy lil boy, always laughing and a big grin.
Tuesday Harry and I took a long ride on the north Oregon coast. My oh my taking advantage of the pull outs for viewing. Just so unbelievable the beauty. The beaches scattered with sunbathers, families playing Frisbee, building sandcastle, having picnics. Friends having volleyball games.
You can sit for hours people watching or watching the clear green waves rush the beaches. What ever your pleasure, you will have inner peace. Totally relaxed spiritually.
Across the famous 101, homes that are moderate and of course there are the mansions. No matter the size they all have large picture windows. The inside is brought in. Many have decks for sipping a glass of wine enjoying the beauty of a Pacific breeze and sunsets. The perfect ending of a day.
Hydrangeas, the many hues of blues flowers as larges as a cantaloupe. Azaleas vibrant pinks. Daisies snow white and yellow as bright as the sun. The many contrast of colors so appealing to the eyes. Relaxing with a large glass of ice tea on the front porch. Admiring the many hours of labor digging in the rich volcanic soil, and inhaling the sweet smell of fragrance of the flowers.
We had a picnic at one of the many rest stops feeding our belly's and fueling our souls. After a leisurely lunch we made our way to a winery. Bought a Blanc and a Cabernet. Also a stop at the fresh seafood market, a fruit stand for plump sweet cherries. Tonight's dinner crispy fried oyster, and cool crisp bottle of white wine. Juicy cherries for desert. Harry gets lucky again!!!!
FYI we are staying at Devils lake RV Resort. The park is pleasant, quite and about five blocks from the ocean. Spaces are small. The sites are paved asphalt. The sites are very unlevel, you need to have extra blocks to level.
Another RV park Premium Park closer to town and just a block from the Pacific. Sites are cement. You need to have reservation. The many coastal cities have several R V Parks. I really could not tell you which is the best or worst. So for an over nighter or a week not to shabby.
The coast has great seafood and lots of shopping. Antiques, clothing, crafts,
or souvenir's for yourself. It is all good.
Ms Kerry just a few short weeks and I will be in TX to play. So enjoy your trip to FL. We shall have a few bottles of wine to compare notes.
Love to all be safe
Juju

Juju and Debs weekend

Perfect weekend. Deb drove up to Lincoln City to spend the weekend with us. Deb being a local, we had our personal tour guide. Friday we spent the day along the coast. We made several stops along the 101 scenic highway cities. Lighthouses perched upon the cliffs, protecting the Mainers of a simpler time. The day being foggy gave you a true sense of the propose of the lighthouse. Walking the beaches admiring the sea lions sunbathing upon the rocks. A quick dive in the icy cold Pacific to cool and play.
Cape Perpetua watching tide pools and the spouting horns (check out the video at the bottom of the blog). The best view is atop the cape which is the highest place on the Oregon coast you can drive.
The Devil's Churn a deep cleft in the basalt where the storms waves rush in and crash over each other creating white, frothy foam.
Saturday off to the Columbia River Gorge stretching from Troutdale to the Deschutes river area. Breathtaking river canyon. Marks the border of Washington and Oregon, the gorge is 80 miles long, its canyon walls rising 4,000 feet above the river. Multnomah Falls is Or. most popular visitor attraction. I must agree, not able to find a parking spot, we only had a glimpse of the 620 feet, the second tallest year round waterfall in the nation, fed by undergrounds of springs. The 2 hour drive inland was not a lost. Deb took us to a very good Mexican restaurant. Yummy, my craving finally satisfied. Heading home Deb, gave us a heads up on points of interest. Which if we have the opportunity we will try and explore. If not there is always next year.
Sunday was an R & R day we vowed to stay in jammies and no make up.
I made southern biscuits and gravy with crumbles of cooked bacon and chopped boiled eggs. A pot of creamy coarse style grits. We pigged out.
Later we had our girl time. She is a huge Astros's fan now you can understand why we are a match. Deb and I have bonded many many years ago and with all the elapsed time we still have a true connection. They say you can't go back, that may be true, we've preserved our past and look forward to many new adventures.
Love you Deb!!!!!!!!!!!!
Deb had to leave today Monday. We will reunite Friday and she has a full week plan for us. I shall have many pictures to share and much to chat about. Tomorrow is Tuesday and Harry and I plan to marvel the Northern Coast.
What a land of diversity!!!!!!!!!!! Check tomorrows blog for more exciting Hartley's adventures.
Be safe and love to all
Juju

Lincoln City Oregon

If beach combing is your delight, you will enjoy Lincoln City seven-mile of wonderful sand. When it comes to the salt air and ocean. Everyday aches, pain and sore muscle seem to heal. Be careful you might find your inner child. What ever your inspiration no doubt, you have discovered the beautiful treasures of Oregon Coast.

Pack a lunch, bring a book, your lawn chair for a day at the beach. Bring crab nets and bait, cast into the ocean and woohoo you have dinner. Build a fire, roast your catch ,snuggle with your mate as the blue sky fade to a vivid orange, red, amber hue enjoy the brief twilight as the sunsets and the night is new.

The term shop till you drop it is possible. Many antique stores, galleries, handcrafted wood signs, arts and crafts. Pause and watch hand blown glass craftsmen at their work.

Dress is always casual were comfy shoes for those long strolls in town and the beach, and don't forget a light jacket. The Pacific Ocean is the worlds best air condition.

We made a short drive the Tillamook. Famous for their cheese and dairy products. A self guided tour where you can observe the cheese making room and packaging line. Stop for your samples of several varieties of cheese.

Browse the shop for all of the dairy products. Gifts to send home, a keepsake for yourself.

Our next stop Blue Herron Winery and cheese shop. Today samples a selection of Brie cheese. Who knew!!!! Wow I liked them so much I had to buy a couple of packages. I keep this up I might like sour cream cream cheese and mayo. Oh my!!!! I shudder the thought.

Off to the wine tasting. You could get 4 tasting for two dollars. tired two whites, two reds. The reds, ooh really sucked. Did buy two bottles of Pinon Gris.

Next stop lunch. Again we craved Mexican food. Again we are screwed. Nasty nasty. You would think by now we know better. We are not in Texas anymore.

Tomorrows is Friday, finally Deb and I will get together. She will spend the weekend with us. She has a to do list, just hopes she remembers I am not 16 anymore. I shall share all adventures with you.

Oh my look at the time. I need to be an early riser. Well gang short and sweet. Goodnight.

Be safe juju

Oregon Coast

We took a ride down the coast today, it was a little foggy so some of the pictures are not clear. We went to Yaquina Lighthouse and looked around and took some pictures. We saw seal lions on the rocks and swimming in the ocean, mussels beds on the rocks and lots of birds. Not much text in today's blog but lots of pictures of the lighthouse area and some of our boys before they left for Texas.

Love Juju

THE LIGHTHOUSE

SEA LIONS ON THE ROCKS

RYAN WHALE SURFING

CODY'S FISHING TRIP

CODY THE JELLY FISH

CODY THINKS HE IS AN OCTOPUS

CODY AND THE STARFISH

One day of thirty

I know this is a little out order but I want to catch up on what we did while we were in Washington the evergreen state. It was hard keeping up with my blog while we had the grandkids with us. Everything you might have imagine. People play outside. You see them walking, jogging , bicycling, hiking, having picnic in the parks. The weather is fabulous. Daylight is a good 17 1/2 hours. Having 2 extra hours of sun during summer months, and the crisp cool nights, the amount of rain it is easy to understand, the lush landscapes the largest trees you ever seen. The state takes pride in keeping their cities and byways clean.
Each day was a new adventure. We traveled to the San Juan Islands. Orca Island being the largest, and was featured on the Rachael Ray show. We enjoyed a great lunch and walked the streets, visited a few of the local shops. Having young boys they can be a bull in a china store. So we drove the coastline enjoying the many sites. We were able to see an oyster farm, which supplies the local restaurants. Stopped at a fruit stand and of course had to get berries. So sweet and juicy OMG so good!!!! Headed back to the ferry for our 45 minute ride to Anacortes. That's just one day, now imagine a month. I will share another day with you soon, however it is late and we have early plans for tomorrow.
Be safe
Juju

All about location

Hello everyone!!! Hope all is well. We are just peachy. Been busy with my grandsons haven't had any spare time. They have returned to Texas, Harry flew back with them Friday the 24 th. The boys are not old enough fly alone, and we just would not allow them to do it. So papa stayed overnight in Houston and flew back to Seattle Sat. 25 th.
We have moved further south Portland our first stop. Temp 95 Harry was just a huffing and puffing setting the trailer up. Complains it is hotter than Hell [we have been to Hell, located in the Cayman Islands],I did not think it was so hot. Completing the chores he got on the old web page looking for a cooler place. WA LA he found a place Devils Lake R V park in Lincoln City OR. So we packed up Monday morning and headed to the new park. It is all about LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. The temp is a nice
70 with nights in the 50's very pleasant for an old man. OOPS don't tell him I said that. he he he.
Now that he is a happy camper we will be here a week. We had dinner last night at the Chinook Casino {remember location} shared a 16 oz Rib eye
very tasty. A spectacular view of a sunset over the Pacific Ocean. After dinner we walked down to the beach front watching waves rolling in, the fresh sea mist, a chilly breeze. Ladies and Gentlemen you must put the Oregon west coast on your bucket list. The water a brilliant turquoise, white caps that sparkles.
We have taken a short drive of the coast highway.
Now to get the full pictures image driving a car with the oceans on one side, smelling the fresh sea air, watching the waves rolling toward the beach, the turquoise water glisten with the suns sparkle. The other side is vibrant green pine trees reaching toward the sky with soothing scent.
I shall soon have pictures to share.
Our friends Donna and Brenda are traveling the mid west. They bought fresh cherries. Their husbands wanted a cherry cobbler so the man pitted cherries. The women made the desert. My point Harry read their blog and I had to make him one.
Let's talk food!!!!! The west coast has great seafood. I know duh!! but remember I am from the gulf coast. Seafood is our main dish. Here you are able to get oysters year round. I love them fried, crispy and juicy hm
hm to die for. Then there's the dungeness crab with sweet white meat. As are the scallops. Oh my the claim chowder.
Fruit fresh from the fields you can pick them. Blueberries, strawberries, and cherries. OMG sweet sweet no need to add any sugar just pop into mouth and be satisfied.
I do have more to share but this be continued. Chatting about food I need to cook dinner.
Be safe and I will have another page turner tomorrow.
Juju

Another Pleasant Day in Anacortes

My dear melting Texans. I do pity you guys. The heat, robbing banks to pay electric bill, smelting lawns, mosquitoes the size of the state, yes life is good.
Harry Potter, what a great time. We were seated about 10:00 p m better than standing in a line for 2 hours. Listening to the crowds chattering about Harry's movies and books, pretty cool. The varied age group also amazing. There were several people who came in costumes. Nice having a little entertainment to help pass the 2 hour wait. When the lights dimmed and the surround sounds blared all went quite, patiently waiting for 2 years, you sit back in your chair, your 30.00 cokes & popcorn your addiction is now satisfied. 2 1/2 hours later knowing I just fed the authors bank account I ask myself was it worth it. YOU DARN RIGHT!! If you are a Potter fan go see it.
I need to say Happy Birthday to my niece Tracy today she is 27. Birthday dinner plans are for Joe's Crab Shack Gal. Her family joining her. Lisa is in town for a training session, will celebrate with them.
Harry has taken the boys for hair cuts. I am alone enjoying my country music. When they get back we will have lunch and then head to the beach.
Today's high about 84, good day to sit in the sun with a book.
Anyone like that game show WIPE OUT. We watch it every Wed. night just hilarious what dumb people do for money. I like money just like the next, but I do have scruples. I have done many many dumb things, just can't be an idiot on national T V.
I have a sink full of dishes and I being a muggle {non magic} need to get busy cleaning. Before I say good bye I need your prays, my Uncle is in ICU [heart problems]

All be safe.

Juju

Anacortes WA

Howdy to all. I can't believe it's been a week since our last chat. My grand boys keep me busy, and I am so happy to have them with me. We spent the day on Orca's island, had a nice lunch at the Bayview restaurant. Drove to the state park and walked to the cascade falls tough hike. Made the trip to the summit of Mt. Constitution. FYI this island was featured on Rachel Ray. She gave great suggestion on places to eat and things to see. However we watched her show after our road trip. Yep a day late and dollar short. Our friend from Texas joined us for the day. She was in WA. to see her son return from deployment. He had been out to sea for about 7 months. Her hubby Danny was able to do the tiger cruise with his son. Our grandsons were able to go abroad the aircraft carrier and of course they were amazed Ryan [12] wants to join the air force to be a top gun. Cody [7] wants to be like Kevin. {he is the son of Danny and Phylis} They took to us to a BBQ place really great food. I was surprised since I was not in Texas. Afterwards it was time to say our goodbyes to our Texas friends. We had to rush to catch a ferry to get back to Anacortes. Ferries are the means of transportation here. The schedules are not like Bolivar running every 20 min. Very long wait if you miss it. You must pay attention to scheduling, actually it is best to make reservation. The distance varies depending the your destination. Some are equipped with a snack bar and beer bar not to shabby. So I guess you know where Phylis and I hung out.

Today we attended church after the service a coffee fellowship. Many had suggestion on things to do and see. So we shall have another busy week. After church we planed to have lunch and head to the beach. However the weather was cloudy and the temp 61. You poor melting Texans HAHAHA.

Well you guys have a good work week and be safe.

Love to all Juju