Left: Contemplating launching missiles at the United States.
Middle: Realizing what a stupid mistake he made.
Right: Running to hide.
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
3 FACES OF KIM JONG-UN...
Left: Contemplating launching missiles at the United States.
Middle: Realizing what a stupid mistake he made.
Right: Running to hide.
OCTOBER DRY...
Only 0.28 inches of rain fell for this month...
2014: 0.96
2015: 0.98
2016: 4.49
Not a good way to start off the rainy season.
2014: 0.96
2015: 0.98
2016: 4.49
Not a good way to start off the rainy season.
Monday, September 25, 2017
MY HEROES HAVE ALWAYS BEEN COWBOYS...
I was a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan...
Not any more...
Yes, I know what President Trump said. I heard all about what happened in the NFL on Sunday. I saw what Jerry Jones did with the players before Monday Night's football game during post-game coverage. That made me sick.
In the past, as the camera panned the sidelines, I saw players spit, blow their nose, and not place their right hand over their heart during the playing of the National Anthem. How disrespectful is that? It would be nice if they sang the National Anthem. Well, maybe not, but at least lip it.
When you live in a nation with Constitutionally guaranteed rights that include the first amendment, you have to endure words and actions that may cause you concern or sometimes offend. I don’t agree with Bernie Sanders and his ilk, but he sure has a right to speak his beliefs and his followers to show their support. Too many lives were lost in defense of the people’s right to speak their minds.
During the 1960s, there were anti-war protests, civil rights protests, women’s rights protests, and this nation endured. The Vietnam War was ended by President Nixon as we withdrew from that part of the world having realized that it wasn’t going to end well, and the American population had grown tired of the conflict. “Peace with honor” was a political way of saying, “we’re outta here.”
Civil rights legislation led to changes in laws that allowed minority citizens fairer treatment by their government. While the ERA proponents failed to pass the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution, the women’s movement gave a voice to half the population that expected to be treated as equals.
Whether you agreed or disagreed with either side of each issue they all shared a common theme; there was a compelling argument and the issues were not based on false pretenses. Now we seem to base beliefs on false narratives.
The Black Lives Matter pretense of Michael Brown’s action just doesn’t agree with any facts. Brown was a thug who answered the description of a shoplifter that then ignored the orders of a uniformed police officer. Brown charged the officer and was killed. The false statements aired endlessly on national media fueled violence and anger towards whites and cops. The facts disproved those false statements but Black Live Matter has persisted.
The Baltimore cops did not do what the Baltimore district attorney wanted us to believe they did to the arrested Freddie Gray. The courts cleared those cops but the false narrative continues.
Those folks in America who wish to talk to us about being oppressed had better look around the world to see what oppression really looks like. To make it easier for those dear souls just look to Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, North Korea, and other countries led by leftist dictators.
Colin “what’s-his-name” wanted to make a big show of kneeling during the national anthem. Now others are following suit. Colin can’t find a job because he has made himself a “hot potato” and no team wants the fallout. My folks used to say, “you made your bed; now lie in it.” His display cost him. Tough luck, Colin.
Others footballers want to show their angst at being oppressed by a society that allows them to make millions playing a game. It is bleeding down to the colleges and high schools. How shameful. A bunch of athletes protesting the flag of the very country that allows them better opportunities than anywhere else in the world, and they show disrespect to that flag and anthem.
And who is this actor Jesse Williams? Hey, buddy, raise your right hand and swear "to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic."
Thanks to the First Amendment I suppose they have that right. I too have rights. I will not attend or watch another professional sporting event where team members show disrespect to the USA. If we stay out of the stands the team will get a message. If we don’t buy the products they sell at the games the concessionaires will get after management. At least it won’t be my dollars paying a bunch of whiny overpaid ball players with questionable talent.
This hubbub with President Trump and the NFL has caused me to never purchase any NFL gear or any gear with the NFL logo on it. We did not watch the Cowboys-Cardinals game tonight. In fact, we don't watch too much football anyways. We will not watch the Super Bore game in February. My wife and I can find plenty of things to do in Yosemite National Park during that Sunday.
I have seen MLB, NBA, and NHL players do it. Is this "unity" going to carryover to the other professional sports?
Grow up, players. Play your game, retire in peace, run for public office.
What really irritates me is that I have an NFL app on my phone that I CANNOT delete!
Enough is enough.
Not any more...
Yes, I know what President Trump said. I heard all about what happened in the NFL on Sunday. I saw what Jerry Jones did with the players before Monday Night's football game during post-game coverage. That made me sick.
In the past, as the camera panned the sidelines, I saw players spit, blow their nose, and not place their right hand over their heart during the playing of the National Anthem. How disrespectful is that? It would be nice if they sang the National Anthem. Well, maybe not, but at least lip it.
When you live in a nation with Constitutionally guaranteed rights that include the first amendment, you have to endure words and actions that may cause you concern or sometimes offend. I don’t agree with Bernie Sanders and his ilk, but he sure has a right to speak his beliefs and his followers to show their support. Too many lives were lost in defense of the people’s right to speak their minds.
During the 1960s, there were anti-war protests, civil rights protests, women’s rights protests, and this nation endured. The Vietnam War was ended by President Nixon as we withdrew from that part of the world having realized that it wasn’t going to end well, and the American population had grown tired of the conflict. “Peace with honor” was a political way of saying, “we’re outta here.”
Civil rights legislation led to changes in laws that allowed minority citizens fairer treatment by their government. While the ERA proponents failed to pass the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution, the women’s movement gave a voice to half the population that expected to be treated as equals.
Whether you agreed or disagreed with either side of each issue they all shared a common theme; there was a compelling argument and the issues were not based on false pretenses. Now we seem to base beliefs on false narratives.
The Black Lives Matter pretense of Michael Brown’s action just doesn’t agree with any facts. Brown was a thug who answered the description of a shoplifter that then ignored the orders of a uniformed police officer. Brown charged the officer and was killed. The false statements aired endlessly on national media fueled violence and anger towards whites and cops. The facts disproved those false statements but Black Live Matter has persisted.
The Baltimore cops did not do what the Baltimore district attorney wanted us to believe they did to the arrested Freddie Gray. The courts cleared those cops but the false narrative continues.
Those folks in America who wish to talk to us about being oppressed had better look around the world to see what oppression really looks like. To make it easier for those dear souls just look to Cuba, Venezuela, Russia, North Korea, and other countries led by leftist dictators.
Colin “what’s-his-name” wanted to make a big show of kneeling during the national anthem. Now others are following suit. Colin can’t find a job because he has made himself a “hot potato” and no team wants the fallout. My folks used to say, “you made your bed; now lie in it.” His display cost him. Tough luck, Colin.
Others footballers want to show their angst at being oppressed by a society that allows them to make millions playing a game. It is bleeding down to the colleges and high schools. How shameful. A bunch of athletes protesting the flag of the very country that allows them better opportunities than anywhere else in the world, and they show disrespect to that flag and anthem.
And who is this actor Jesse Williams? Hey, buddy, raise your right hand and swear "to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies foreign and domestic."
Thanks to the First Amendment I suppose they have that right. I too have rights. I will not attend or watch another professional sporting event where team members show disrespect to the USA. If we stay out of the stands the team will get a message. If we don’t buy the products they sell at the games the concessionaires will get after management. At least it won’t be my dollars paying a bunch of whiny overpaid ball players with questionable talent.
This hubbub with President Trump and the NFL has caused me to never purchase any NFL gear or any gear with the NFL logo on it. We did not watch the Cowboys-Cardinals game tonight. In fact, we don't watch too much football anyways. We will not watch the Super Bore game in February. My wife and I can find plenty of things to do in Yosemite National Park during that Sunday.
I have seen MLB, NBA, and NHL players do it. Is this "unity" going to carryover to the other professional sports?
Grow up, players. Play your game, retire in peace, run for public office.
What really irritates me is that I have an NFL app on my phone that I CANNOT delete!
Enough is enough.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
RAIN!!!
Yes, 0.95 inches of it fell this morning.
That brings the rain up to 1.16 inches. Doesn't come close to the 2014 total of 1.27, but it is a great relief up here considering the fires.
The air smelled clean again.
That brings the rain up to 1.16 inches. Doesn't come close to the 2014 total of 1.27, but it is a great relief up here considering the fires.
The air smelled clean again.
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
NOW, WE HAVE SEEN THEM ALL...
Wild turkeys...
Gray foxes...
Bobcats...
Coyotes...
Deer...
Skunks...
Badgers...
Bald eagle...
Opossums...
Raccoons...
King snakes...
Gopher snakes...
Bear...
and now a...
Mountain lion.
It was spotted at 6:30 a.m. on my morning drive to work near our home.
It was a magnificent looking animal.
I assume it was displaced due to the wildfires at the higher elevations. Probably looking for food since today is trash day.
I guess I will have to be more vigilant with the dogs staying outside. Their barking the last couple of days has made me aware that they are not barking at coyotes and deer that roam our property.
It is a different kind of bark...
Gray foxes...
Bobcats...
Coyotes...
Deer...
Skunks...
Badgers...
Bald eagle...
Opossums...
Raccoons...
King snakes...
Gopher snakes...
Bear...
and now a...
Mountain lion.
It was spotted at 6:30 a.m. on my morning drive to work near our home.
It was a magnificent looking animal.
I assume it was displaced due to the wildfires at the higher elevations. Probably looking for food since today is trash day.
I guess I will have to be more vigilant with the dogs staying outside. Their barking the last couple of days has made me aware that they are not barking at coyotes and deer that roam our property.
It is a different kind of bark...
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
I'VE SEEN FIRE AND I'VE SMELLED RAIN...
Mother Nature unleashed .20 and .01 inches of rain last night and this morning.
Mix in a little lightning and you have a spectacular light show.
The lightning did not ignite additional fires. A majority of the lightning was cloud to cloud.
The air smelled fresh after the rain. Almost didn't want to go to work this morning. After all the smoke for several days, it was a great relief to take in a deep breath of fresh air.
We can only hope there is plenty of precipitation to assist the fire crews in snuffing out the South Fork, Empire, Railroad, Mission, and Pier fires in the the Sierras.
It is still fire season up here.
Mix in a little lightning and you have a spectacular light show.
The lightning did not ignite additional fires. A majority of the lightning was cloud to cloud.
The air smelled fresh after the rain. Almost didn't want to go to work this morning. After all the smoke for several days, it was a great relief to take in a deep breath of fresh air.
We can only hope there is plenty of precipitation to assist the fire crews in snuffing out the South Fork, Empire, Railroad, Mission, and Pier fires in the the Sierras.
It is still fire season up here.
Friday, September 08, 2017
T-ROY...
Our condolences to the family of Troy Gentry, of the country music duo Montgomery Gentry, who was tragically killed in a helicopter crash today.
Saturday, September 02, 2017
Tuesday, August 08, 2017
BELOW 200...
For the first time in many years, my weight has finally fallen below the 200 pound barrier.
I weighed in at 199.2 this morning.
The vegan diet seems to be working very well. Had to give up bacon, sausage, hamburger, salmon, tuna, cheese, and pepperoni.
And you know what? The transition isn't so bad. Both of us are doing well on this diet.
Life is good.
I weighed in at 199.2 this morning.
The vegan diet seems to be working very well. Had to give up bacon, sausage, hamburger, salmon, tuna, cheese, and pepperoni.
And you know what? The transition isn't so bad. Both of us are doing well on this diet.
Life is good.
Monday, July 31, 2017
OH MY, ANOTHER DRY JULY
As of July 31, 2017, we have had 19 days of 100°+ heat on the following days.
July 4: 102.6°
July 5: 102.1°
July 6: 104.4°
July 7: 106.0°
July 8: 105.3°
July 9: 103.7°
July 10: 103.6°
July 11: 101.0°
July 14: 100.0°
July 15: 102.6°
July 16: 103.0°
July 17: 105.3°
July 22: 102.3°
July 23: 103.9°
July 24: 100.1°
July 28: 108.8°
July 29: 108.8°
July 30: 108.9°
July 31: 111.0°
As compared to:
2016: 13 days
2015: 4 days
2014: 13 days
These temperatures are at 3,000 feet elevation.
Also, there has been no rain for the entire month as compared to:
2016: 1.23 inches
2015: 0.01 inches
2014: 0.03 inches
One major fire:
Detwiler (Mariposa County): 81,826 acres.
There has been no rain since June 11, 2017.
July 4: 102.6°
July 5: 102.1°
July 6: 104.4°
July 7: 106.0°
July 8: 105.3°
July 9: 103.7°
July 10: 103.6°
July 11: 101.0°
July 14: 100.0°
July 15: 102.6°
July 16: 103.0°
July 17: 105.3°
July 22: 102.3°
July 23: 103.9°
July 24: 100.1°
July 28: 108.8°
July 29: 108.8°
July 30: 108.9°
July 31: 111.0°
As compared to:
2016: 13 days
2015: 4 days
2014: 13 days
These temperatures are at 3,000 feet elevation.
Also, there has been no rain for the entire month as compared to:
2016: 1.23 inches
2015: 0.01 inches
2014: 0.03 inches
One major fire:
Detwiler (Mariposa County): 81,826 acres.
There has been no rain since June 11, 2017.
Saturday, July 29, 2017
IN CELEBRATION OF 10...
Our new wedding bands arrived today.
They were made by a lady in the United Kingdom. Her name is Hannah Louise Lamb.
If you look closely, there is a peak that looks very familiar. Yes, Mt. Whitney, and there is also Lone Pine Peak (not in view). These rings pull apart.
She did a remarkable job.
They were made by a lady in the United Kingdom. Her name is Hannah Louise Lamb.
If you look closely, there is a peak that looks very familiar. Yes, Mt. Whitney, and there is also Lone Pine Peak (not in view). These rings pull apart.
She did a remarkable job.
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| Whitney... |
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| Lone Pine Peak |
Friday, July 14, 2017
A PERFECT +10...
Today is our 10th anniversary. Below is a trip report.
JULY 13:
We pick up our rental vehicle, a black Nissan Rogue.
We drive via SR 49 and SR 140 through Mariposa and Yosemite National Park. We stopped to walk around in Tuolumne Meadows to stretch our legs and enjoy the 360° scenery. There were no services: no gas station, the visitor center was closed, and all of the campgrounds from Crane Flat to Tuolumne were closed.
We stop off by Aspen Grove to reserve campsite 16 for July 15-16.
We arrive in Bishop and check in to the Creekside Inn in Bishop, CA. We stay in Room 224 on the second floor overlooking the creek that flows through the premises. The creek was overflowing due to the melts.
We dine at Whiskey Creek and order a vegan linguine alfredo. It was delicious. Our bartender Tom mixed us a concoction what he called Liquid Valium made with Crown Royal, peach scnhapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
JULY 14:
We have breakfast at Creekside. We then stopped at the Looney Bean Coffee Shop for some delicious coffee to go.
We arrive at Whitney Portal and prepare for our short 5.5 mile hike. We opted to go the Shortcut instead of the Stock Trail to avoid the Carillon Crossing which was a raging torrent of water.
We took our time and and enjoyed the scenery. We had to adjust to the altitude doing mountaineer breaths and going at a slow pace. The weather was exceptionally warm and the temperature was around the mid-80s. You could feel the heat coming off the exposed trail and the granite rocks. The shade provided excellent comfort from the sun.
We went passed the turn off to the lake and headed directly to the edge of the Whitney Zone. After a few photos we turned back and went in the direction of the lake.
When we arrived, we were not disappointed. The lake was calm and full to capacity. Some golden trout were seen breaking the surface. It was a sight to behold.
We head back down. On the way down near Switchback 14, we were swarmed by hundreds of dragonflies.
We reach the end of the trail and go to the vehicle to doff our hiking clothes for cleaner items. We stopped by the Portal Store to say hi to the proprietor, Doug. We ordered our vegan meal of Portal Fries. They were delicious! Fresh cut, deep fried twice to a golden brown. The picture below tells it all to the quality and quantity of our order.
We returned to Bishop to shower up and take a quick nap. We went back to Whiskey Creek for dinner. I ordered a portobello sandwich with sweet potato fries while my wife orders the While we were eating, I noticed a gentleman setting up to perform. He had a violin, mandolin, guitar, and a couple of banjos. It was a great show.
http://www.fiddlinpete.com/
JULY 15:
We eat our final breakfast at the hotel. We stop off at the Looney Bean to get our to-gos before heading north. We stop at Whoa Nellie Deli in Lee Vining for lunch. We order an Asian Salad and an order of portobello sandwich. Both were delicious. After eating, we proceed to our campsite and set up our tent. Lee Vining Creek was flowing. We have never seen the cascades like it before. We returned to the deli for another order of portobello sandwich for me and vegetarian chili for my wife.
JULY 16:
We break camp. We stop at Latte Dah and order two Americanos to go. We stop at the Mono Lake turnout to walk down to the shore and see the thousands of brine flies.
After travelling through Bridgeport, we turn left on SR 108 to Sonora Pass. It is such a beautiful drive.
We stop at a couple of spots along the way before heading to Merced for some vegan Chipotle before heading home up the SR 140 to Mariposa then onto SR 49 to home.
JULY 17:
We dined at the exquisite Erna's Elderberry House in Oakhurst. It was first time dining in that fine dining establishment. Our dinner was compliments of JayMi and MIL.
http://www.chateausureau.com/ernas-elderberry-house-restaurant/
The pictures that highlighted our trip in the Sierra Nevadas.
Log crossing...
Lone Pine Lake...
Two lovers with nothing better to do...I should have wiped my nose before taking this shot.
The rope...
We love going vegan...
Tuolumne Meadows...
Mono Lake...
Mono flies...
Sonora Pass...
Pacific Crest Trail...
10 years ago...
Aspen Grove cascade...
Outside of Yosemite on Tioga Pass Road...
My beautiful wife...
Our personalized menu...
Near the Whitney Zone.
JULY 13:
We pick up our rental vehicle, a black Nissan Rogue.
We drive via SR 49 and SR 140 through Mariposa and Yosemite National Park. We stopped to walk around in Tuolumne Meadows to stretch our legs and enjoy the 360° scenery. There were no services: no gas station, the visitor center was closed, and all of the campgrounds from Crane Flat to Tuolumne were closed.
We stop off by Aspen Grove to reserve campsite 16 for July 15-16.
We arrive in Bishop and check in to the Creekside Inn in Bishop, CA. We stay in Room 224 on the second floor overlooking the creek that flows through the premises. The creek was overflowing due to the melts.
We dine at Whiskey Creek and order a vegan linguine alfredo. It was delicious. Our bartender Tom mixed us a concoction what he called Liquid Valium made with Crown Royal, peach scnhapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice.
JULY 14:
We have breakfast at Creekside. We then stopped at the Looney Bean Coffee Shop for some delicious coffee to go.
We arrive at Whitney Portal and prepare for our short 5.5 mile hike. We opted to go the Shortcut instead of the Stock Trail to avoid the Carillon Crossing which was a raging torrent of water.
We took our time and and enjoyed the scenery. We had to adjust to the altitude doing mountaineer breaths and going at a slow pace. The weather was exceptionally warm and the temperature was around the mid-80s. You could feel the heat coming off the exposed trail and the granite rocks. The shade provided excellent comfort from the sun.
We went passed the turn off to the lake and headed directly to the edge of the Whitney Zone. After a few photos we turned back and went in the direction of the lake.
When we arrived, we were not disappointed. The lake was calm and full to capacity. Some golden trout were seen breaking the surface. It was a sight to behold.
We head back down. On the way down near Switchback 14, we were swarmed by hundreds of dragonflies.
We reach the end of the trail and go to the vehicle to doff our hiking clothes for cleaner items. We stopped by the Portal Store to say hi to the proprietor, Doug. We ordered our vegan meal of Portal Fries. They were delicious! Fresh cut, deep fried twice to a golden brown. The picture below tells it all to the quality and quantity of our order.
We returned to Bishop to shower up and take a quick nap. We went back to Whiskey Creek for dinner. I ordered a portobello sandwich with sweet potato fries while my wife orders the While we were eating, I noticed a gentleman setting up to perform. He had a violin, mandolin, guitar, and a couple of banjos. It was a great show.
http://www.fiddlinpete.com/
JULY 15:
We eat our final breakfast at the hotel. We stop off at the Looney Bean to get our to-gos before heading north. We stop at Whoa Nellie Deli in Lee Vining for lunch. We order an Asian Salad and an order of portobello sandwich. Both were delicious. After eating, we proceed to our campsite and set up our tent. Lee Vining Creek was flowing. We have never seen the cascades like it before. We returned to the deli for another order of portobello sandwich for me and vegetarian chili for my wife.
JULY 16:
We break camp. We stop at Latte Dah and order two Americanos to go. We stop at the Mono Lake turnout to walk down to the shore and see the thousands of brine flies.
After travelling through Bridgeport, we turn left on SR 108 to Sonora Pass. It is such a beautiful drive.
We stop at a couple of spots along the way before heading to Merced for some vegan Chipotle before heading home up the SR 140 to Mariposa then onto SR 49 to home.
JULY 17:
We dined at the exquisite Erna's Elderberry House in Oakhurst. It was first time dining in that fine dining establishment. Our dinner was compliments of JayMi and MIL.
http://www.chateausureau.com/ernas-elderberry-house-restaurant/
The pictures that highlighted our trip in the Sierra Nevadas.
Log crossing...
Lone Pine Lake...
Two lovers with nothing better to do...I should have wiped my nose before taking this shot.
The rope...
We love going vegan...
Tuolumne Meadows...
Mono Lake...
Mono flies...
Sonora Pass...
Pacific Crest Trail...
10 years ago...
Outside of Yosemite on Tioga Pass Road...
My beautiful wife...
Our personalized menu...
Near the Whitney Zone.
Monday, July 03, 2017
BANDIT...
My MIL gets a new puppy and names him Bandit.
My wife and I went to the Fresno SPCA to pick him up.
My wife and MIL went to Fresno on Saturday, July 1, to look at puppies.
MIL wanted a female but opted for the male.
My wife and I went to the Fresno SPCA to pick him up.
My wife and MIL went to Fresno on Saturday, July 1, to look at puppies.
MIL wanted a female but opted for the male.
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Monday, June 26, 2017
ALLES GUTE ZUM GEBURTSTAG
Our neighbor, Klaus, turns 90 today.
He is a former Russian prisoner of war in WW II.
He has seen a lot in his lifetime and we are honored that he is our neighbor and friend.
He is a former Russian prisoner of war in WW II.
He has seen a lot in his lifetime and we are honored that he is our neighbor and friend.
Sunday, June 25, 2017
HUNNERD...
Well, we are not in Phoenix, but the temperatures up here posted 100°+ over the last ten days.
That is a rare occurrence at 3,000 feet. Especially in June.
There is still July, August, and September.
So far, no major fires in our area...
Yet.
That is a rare occurrence at 3,000 feet. Especially in June.
There is still July, August, and September.
So far, no major fires in our area...
Yet.
Saturday, June 24, 2017
MEET THE PARENTS...
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| Some guy, my wife, EzeKiel, GenNis, AleLi, EriKa, and KC at Corlieu Falls of Lewis Creek. |
We were honored by the visit of our future daughter-in-law's parents, GenNis and AleLi, and her brother, EzeKiel. It was their first visit to our home.
We had met them two years earlier and KC's and EriKa's graduation in May 2015.
Thursday, June 01, 2017
NAY MAY...
Only 0.13 inches of precipitation fell for the entire month of May.
2014: 0.54
2015: 1.87
2016: 1.83
Now, fire season begins in June.
2014: 0.54
2015: 1.87
2016: 1.83
Now, fire season begins in June.
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
GOODBYE, TOBY
We had to put my MIL's dog, Toby, down.
He had tumors in his lungs and his health was deteriorating rapidly.
We took him to the veterinarian. There they inserted a catheter in his left leg. He was then carried out to the car and placed in my MIL's lap. The vet went to the other side to administer the dosage that would end his life. He expired at 4:27 p.m.
We buried him next to Pop's tree at 5:15 p.m.
He will be missed. He was a very good dog.
He had tumors in his lungs and his health was deteriorating rapidly.
We took him to the veterinarian. There they inserted a catheter in his left leg. He was then carried out to the car and placed in my MIL's lap. The vet went to the other side to administer the dosage that would end his life. He expired at 4:27 p.m.
We buried him next to Pop's tree at 5:15 p.m.
He will be missed. He was a very good dog.
Sunday, May 21, 2017
YOSEMITE PLUS ANOTHER 4,300 MILES
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| Four beautiful women... |
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| My mother, some guy, and my aunt... |
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| Yes, I ate all of this. |
My mother and Aunt KiMiko came to visit us. They arrived at Yosemite Airport on May 9.
We went to Bass Lake to have a Forks Burger, we went to Yosemite National Park and had a good soaking from Bridalveil Falls and witnessed spectacular waterfalls.
My aunt celebrated her first Mother's Day in the United States. My mother celebrated her first in 10 years. It was a great feeling to have my mother, my aunt, my wife, and my MIL celebrate together for the first time. My aunt even played pool for the very first time.
On May 15, we headed east.
The I-80 to and the I-70 back.
Through California, Nevada, Utah, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Utah, and Arizona.
We went through South Lake Tahoe and stopped there to make our lunches. As we ate, it started to snow lightly.
Then it was on to Salt Lake City, Utah, where we spent the night.
The next morning we drove through Wyoming and spent the night at North Platte, Nebraska. Prior to arriving we drove into a hailstorm and heavy rain.
Then, it was off to Platte City, Missouri, to visit my wife's cousin, ShaRon, and her husband Tim. All of us drove to Joe's Kansas City BBQ. I ordered a full rack of pork ribs and it was delicious.
Then, we headed out to Jacksonville Veterans Cemetery to visit my father's grave. We then drove to Lentner to visit my Uncle J and Aunt Pearl's gravesite at the Mt. Hope cemetery.
We stopped in Shelbyville to visit a couple of people before heading west on Highway 36 to Topeka, Kansas. While arriving in Topeka we drove through yet another storm.
Then, it was off to Denver, Colorado, for the night.
As we head out the next day, we encountered more snowy weather while traveling through the Rockies. It was quite a sight to see especially in May.
We crossed over into Utah and spent the night at St. George.
Then it was off to end our trip to our home.
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