I haven’t made specific plans yet. I was surprised how close Yosemite is to MWTC. One of the routes even passes through Bridgeport. I remember fondly training on the mountains in the snow, but I have no real desire to visit the training center, Yosemite Valley on the other hand…

The last trip west was with X. We went as far as the Grand Canyon and Bryce before turning east. I used to be quite destination driven, now not so much. I’ve had several friends do a “walkabout” and I am seriously considering it. Taking the time from work is the challenge. I am planting seeds with my boss about taking at least two consecutive weeks next summer.

Babysitting GD went very well last Friday. She had a cold hanging on a bit, but she was in a good mood. We played outside a bit, inside a bit, went for a walk with the dogs and generally were active enough that she went to sleep easy. We had a bit of quiet time while I rocked her prior to putting her to bed. The kids had a good time and were happy when they got home.

Saturday I picked up the new rig. It is new to me and after going over it more closely I don’t think the previous owners utilized their purchase much. The more I go over it the more I want to camp it soon. It is five feet longer than the previous unit. I need practice backing this unit and to get the level indicators set.

Yesterday DIL, GD and D visited me briefly. DIL has a foundling cat in desperate need of a vet visit and wanted to know if I my relationship with the vet would score her a serious discount. I doubt my vet will do charity work based upon the business relationship I have with her. DIL vented frustration offering me an opportunity to validate.

The upshot of the whole visit is I have a standing invitation to stop by and visit whenever. DIL asked why I have not visited more and I tried to explain I thought it healthier to give them space while they moved in. DIL seemed to discount this. I am just glad I have an invitation.

Have you ever heard guests and fish have something in common, after three days both begin to smell?

I will be careful so as not to make my visits onerous or odorous.


BITS
Me 55, ACK, when did that happen? Doesn't feel like 55
D 30
S 27

You create your own universe as you go along - Winston Churchill