Vancouver, WA (2nd time) 2015

August 16, 2015

Donna, Molly, Candy, Tim, Dolly
Bobby & Terry in back

What a busy day, started off getting ready to leave tomorrow, finally we are leaving Vancouver and head to Eugene.   Next we went to Molly's, Bobby's cousins place, for a Dawson (that's her name).  There Bobby was able to see six of his cousins (Molly, Terry, Dolly, Donna, Candy & Tim, apparently their brother Tom passed away several yrs ago).   He had fun catching up and I enjoyed and meeting their children and grandchildren.   It's been over 15 yrs since Bobby has seen any of them, so they had a lot of old stories to tell.

Next we went to Ron & Paula's, where they could dinner for 9 of us.   Patty and Paul Tochtrop are here from Havasu for a week, so we had a great time catching up on all the happenings in Havasu.   Also they had Paul's brother and sister-n-law (Mike & Katherine) plus Pigeon (Ron's neighbor) was there.   We arrived around 4, so immediately went for a float in the river.   Love floating with the girls, the guys stayed and talked.  

Got home around 9, did a few more things around the coach.   Leaving by 7 AM.

August 15, 2015

Jo & Cindy (Cath's sister)

Drove into Portland to the Farmers market.   They have some of the best fresh vegs and fruit in Portland.   I bought a zucchini to make muffins.

Next we drove around downtown to see all the changes.   Portland is growing in leaps and bounds.

Under the Burnside bridge they have the Saturday Market, where vendors try to sell you there wares.

It's changes since we were there 2 yrs ago, but still has basically same vendors.  We did stop and visit with Cindy (my girlfriends Cathy sister).  

Came home and made muffins, bread and a cake for tomorrow's gathering.

August 14, 2015

Did do anything today!!!!   Surprised aren't you!!!

August 13, 2015

Bobby went to the Drs, got released, but we've decided to stay until Monday, as we want to attend the  Dawson family (Bobby's cousins) reunion and have dinner with Ron & Paula.  

Since he can hit golf balls, we decided to go play Colwood Golf Course, a par 3 course over by Portland Airport.   Bobby shot lights out, Ron and I just shot our normal.   Afterwards we went to lunch at Broadmoor.

Later we met the gang (Paula, Ron, Patty, Paul, Mike & Katherine) for a concert at Ester Shore Park in downtown Vancouver.  Music was not that great, so Bobby and I left around 7 and went and grabbed dinner on the way home.

August 12, 2015

Went to see the new Mission Impossible Movie.  It was good and filled with action.

August 11, 2015

This is why the call it
Hernon Lakes

Got up at the crack of dawn to go play golf at Heron Lakes with Ron & Paula.   Randy, their neighbor also joined us, had a great time.   Bobby walked with us for 7 holes, then went to have coffee with his buds.  
He picked me up at around 11, then we headed into Portland to run a few errands.   Got home around 1, we'll spend the rest of the day catching up on mail, etc.

We've decided to leave Vancouver on Thursday if Dr. releases him.  Thought about spending the weekend, but we're anxious to move on.   This means I have to buy some stuff ASAP, as time is running out...lol.



August 10, 2015

I had to get a blood test, so we left around 7:30.   Once finished, headed to the Stardust, here in Vancouver for breakfast.  

We are getting close to leaving this area, so we went to say goodbye to John & Judy Hazen.   Had a great visit and hopefully we'll see them again in September in Surprise, where they own a condo.

Took the road around Lacamus lake on our way back home.   Beautiful drive through the countryside.   Decided to stop at Costco to look at sunglasses, did find any Bobby liked.

Got home around noon, I worked on the computer for a few hrs and then just goofed off around the coach.

August 9,2015

Around 9, the Elks car show started, so we walked over to look at some of the cars.   They had a nice selection of cars show up.

I then worked on scanning pics and putting them into my computer and cleaning up our old albums.   Trying to save space and scanning is the best option for us.

Around 4, we left to head to Mark & Conni's where we had dinner with them and the Clousers.  It's so nice to see friends!!!


August 8,2015

Took a boat ride with Ron and Paula to dow

Now this is a house I could live in!

ntown to look around the "Bite of Oregon".   Nothing what it was like when I worked in downtown.   Tried some of the ribs, they were excellent.   Paula tried a Pinot Noir that won the Bite Taste Test, she said it was excellent but at $30 a bottle, she just had a glass.

On the way home, Ron took us up  the Hayden Island channel, went about 1/2 way.   Great to see all the boat houses.   Got back to their place around 7, had a few snacks and then came home around 8:30.

August 7, 2015

Molly, Bobby & Terry

Bobby had a physical therapy session and then went to help his friend Chuck Bell move a couple of cars.   Got home around 1 and then we headed to Battleground to visit with his cousins Terry (he lives in Alaska) and Molly (she lives in Battleground).   It's been 20 years since he's seen them, so fun catching up.

Left around 4:45, got home around 5:15.   Ron and Paula came over and we went to the Elks for dinner.  Had stroganoff, it was just ok.    Went to bar afterwards and listened to the music.   Great times with great friends.

August 6, 2015

Went to the driving range, Bobby is hitting the ball fairly well.   Ran a few errands and then spent the remainder of the day working on things around the coach.

August 5, 2015

 

Multnomah Falls

It's a great day for a hike, so we head to Multnomah Falls.   Arrive around 10, weather is perfect, around 75 degrees.   Not much water coming over the falls, but it's still beautiful.   It's the 2nd highest continuous flowing waterfall in the nation at 620'.   We hike to the bridge and then I decide we should hike to the upper falls.  


History on Multnomah Falls

It's a steep trail of about 1.25 miles, of which you climb in elevation of 800', which normally is not much to me.   However today, I got over heated about 3/4 of the way there and had to stop.  Stupid me, did not bring any water, snacks, etc.   Thankfully another hiker gave me water and then I felt fine, however, Bobby was nervous and would not let me continue up to the top.    Got back to the car, drank lots of water and felt fine.


Bonneville Dam

Drove to Cascade Locks (about 15 miles away) and had lunch at the East Wind drive-in.   It was good.   Cascade Locks hasn't changed other than that Charburger (famous restaurant) is not the Portside.   We did not go in.


Hiking to upper falls

Drove across the Bridge of the Gods to get to the Washington side of the Columbia and took hwy 14 back to coach.   Stopping at Bonneville Dam and Pendleton Factory along the way.  

Enjoyed the day, but very tired.   Thought I was in good shape, obviously not!!!


August 4, 2015

Went and got my new glasses, need them for distance.   Then headed to the driving range, where we hit a bucket of balls.

Around 2, left to go see Danny at Broadmoor, where he was working.  Visited with him for about an hr, then headed to Scappoose, where we had dinner with Dave & Nancy Parish.   Kathy and Bob Burkhartsmeirer also joined us.   Had a wonderful dinner prepared by Nancy.   She also allowed us to do our laundry, which is extremely nice!   Stayed until 8:30, then headed home.   The sunset was beautiful.


August 3, 2015

Went to the driving range to practice and give Bobby the opportunity to swing his pitching wedge.   Afterwards, we went to see Arlan and Caroline, visited with them for about an hour, then we ran a few errands before we headed back to the coach.


August 2, 2015

Had breakfast and then headed to the Vancouver Farmers Market, got there and realized it didn't open until
10, it's only 8:30, so since Ron & Paula had eaten, headed to Tommy O's so they could eat.   I had water, Bobby had hot chocolate.

Once we finished, we headed back to the market.  Paula bought zucchini so she can make relish.  We both bought hanging flower baskets (actually Ron bought mine for me) plus she bought a red maple tree.  Will look nice on their deck.

Next stop was Craft Warehouse, where I bought thread and lights, to finish my skirt for golf cart parade.   Stopped at Chuck's Produce and bought a few vegetables, love that store.

It sprinkled on us, so doubt we'll make 95 today, but who knows.  Thought about going to the driving range, Bobby doesn't seem enthused, so doubt we'll do that.  

August 1,2015

Head to the Redbull Flugtag around 10:30.   Parked on the eastside of the river, just south of the Hawthorne Bridge.   Walked over to Riverside Park, want to see the crafts in the Hanger area, as they call it.   Here you get up close and personal to the creations.  It was fun to see the creativity of the groups participating, of which there are 40 of them.  

Walked around the hanger until around 1, then headed to the bridge so we'd have a good viewing point.   The Park is already filled and it's hot, NO shade in this park.   Found a shot to view and just before the opening ceremony, a sail boat wanted to go under the bridge, so everyone had to get off so bridge could lift....pain, but in the end, we got a better view area when we returned about 20 min. later.

We watched the crazy team try to get there contraptions to fly for about 2 hrs, when I had had enough of the sun.  The furthest one went was 82 feet.   Not anywhere near the world mark of 218' set in 2013 in Longview, CA.

At about 3:20, we arrived at Ron & Paula's, we need to cool off, so we went to play in the River.   Later they fixed dinner of hamburgers.   Jim & Laurie (neighbors) joined us.  Had a great time floating but at about 7, I was done and we headed home.   Just to much sun!

July 31, 2015

Bobby is trying really hard to do what the Dr. asked, so we are walking every morning.  His shins hurt today, so we did just shy of 3 miles.   Really good with hurt shins!

Got home and had no water, apparently someone shut off the system, who knows why!

Not sure what we'll do today, temps are crazy for Portland.   Yesterday it was 103 and today is supposed to be 102.   If that happens, this will be the hottest July on record for Portland.   Otherwise we tie for 2nd, that record is from 1965.   NW really needs rain, on our walk this morning, the trees are really suffering from lack of rain.   Can't imagine what end of August or September will look like.

July 30, 2015

Protesters on St. Johns Bridge

Underneath St. Johns Bridge

Went for a 2 mile walk after breakfast. Then I wanted to see the launch of the new breast cancer dragon boat at Vancouver Lake, so we went to see it. Not what I expected, as it does not look anything like the dragon boats used in the Rose Parade events.

Next we headed to St. Johns to see the Greenpeace individuals hanging from the St. Johns bridge. They are trying to stop the Fennica from leaving. The Fennica is an ice breaker that Shell has hired to help them during their oil drillings in Alaska. This morning around 5:30, the Fennica pulled out of dry dock, went under the railroad bridge and then stopped about 1/4 mile from the St. Johns bridge. There are 13 individuals hanging from the bridge with ropes, trying to stop the vessel. At about 8, the vessel turned around and went back to dry dock. What they'll do next is unknown, but assume they'll leave at night when all the kayaks are not in there way and maybe the bridge hangers will be gone, but doubtful, since they've been there for 36 hrs. already.

Then Bobby took me on a tour thru St. Johns, his family used to live in this area. Fun to see his Aunt Lucile's old home. Got back around noon. It's getting very hot out, supposed to hit 100, so probably will stay in for remainder of the day.

July 29, 2015

I'm tired so I stayed home, while Bobby went to have coffee with this buddies and visit others.

Around 1, I walk over to Kaiser to have them adjust my new sunglasses and order a pair of regular glasses.   They'll be distance only, can't seem to get the hang of these bifocals.

Bobby took to me to lunch at Panda Express and then we went grocery shopping. Rented two movies: Run all Night & Ex Machina.   Both are different.


July 28, 2015

Left the RV park around 11, as we thought we were going to getting into Lake Sawyer in Kent, WA but received call and they are full. Instead of trying to find a place to stay, we elected to just head to Vancouver Elks.

Mt Rainer ..took thru windshield

While dumping the tanks, I noticed that the pressure washer in the back is leaking oil and we have a Decided we clean up at next stop.

We arrived around 3 at the Elks, traffic thru Seattle was not as bad as expected but still miserable right in the heart of the city. I hate I-5 and vowed to never travel thru Seattle again (doubt that works)!!!

When we got to the Elks, our previous spot was open, lucky for us, as weather is going to heat up this weekend. Got settled and started to clean out the truck bed.   As I mentioned above, oil from the pressure washer made a mess.  Thankfully, did not ruin anything.   Once that was finalized, we walked over to the office to sign in and have a cocktail, we were hot and very tired. While we were enjoying our beverages, I played the 25 cent pulltabs, I won $25 price!   Better than the slot machines at the casino!!

Arlington, WA 2015

July 27, 2015

Last day with the family.  Spent morning trying to get reservations at a RV park near Kent, WA and the Elks in Tacoma.   Elks have sold their property and moved, no longer have RV parking.   

Around 1, we went to Winnie's, did our laundry, so nice to have availability to use her machine!   Much better than a Laundromat! 

Tempest and Lita created painted tennis shoes....so very cute!!!   I worked on my new golf parade outfit.   Hope it turns out like I have envisioned!    Rog got home around 5:30 and cooked Salmon for dinner, it was some he caught earlier this month.   It was delicious.

Taylor and Kate came out around 6:30, Kate is helping them with their computer.    While Kate was working on the computer, Taylor put the new Sherlock Holmes show on and we watched the first episode.   It was interesting.

Said our goodbyes and left around 11.

July 26, 2015

Today we drove out to Sabrina & Darren's place in Duvall to celebrate her birthday.   This is also the site of their new home.   Once it's completed, it will be huge and beautiful, as it's set on 6 acres with tons of trees all around.   Three stores, that's been designed by the two of them.   It will be interesting to see the finalized project, so we must come back!!!

After having a late lunch of shish kabobs and venison, we headed back to Rog & Winnie.   Tempest & Lita came back with us, Winnie will take them back to on Thursday, when she has to babysit them plus Aurora, as Darren is taking Sabrina to see Wicked (her birthday present).

Once we got back to Rog's house, Taylor and  Kate came over (Taylor is their oldest grandson).   He's now 22 and works at Fred Meyers near Everett, WA.    It was fun catching up with them.

Headed home around 10, other great day with family


July 25, 2015

NFC plant, Marysville, WA

 It's rain again so our plans are changing.  Roger is cooking breakfast, tried his venison sausage, plus eggs and pancakes.  The sausage was spicy but good.

NFC plant, Stanwood, WA

After breakfast, we headed to his egg plant to get a tour, he works for National Foods (NFC).   It was very interesting to learn about the egg business.   At their plant in Marysville, all they do is process liquid eggs.   For those that don't know, they take eggs, break them, and then process them into cartons, 55 gallon drums, 1 gallon buckets, etc.   Depending on what the customer wants, they make just egg whites, just yolks, eggs with salt, eggs with sugar or just whole eggs.  It's amazing what they make.

Next we headed to his plant in Stanwood, WA, where they process dozens of eggs.   In their chicken barns at this facility, they house 1 million chickens!  Yes, 1 million.   This plant runs 8 hrs a day, 7 days a week.   That's just one of their plants!!!   

Stanwood, WA

They process eggs for companies like Safeway, Kroger Stores, Haggen, many restaurants like Denny's, plus numerous local companies.

Stanwood, WA

Since we were in Stanwood, we decided to go see the Old Trailer show.  It was on main street.  The trailers were mostly from the 50's and 60's.  They look like the I Love Lucy trailers....very cute!   We also looked thru several of the shops.

After this, we headed to Mt. Vernon, where we had lunch and looked at several RV stores.   My brother is looking for a new trailer, they want to down size, since they'll be retiring in Jan.

Got home around 5, after stopping for groceries.  Long, fun day!

July 24, 2015

It's raining, so we go to the casino and have breakfast.  We are lazy so nothing exciting planned.   Get back to the motorhome and decide to run into Marysville to got look in a few stores for a grill we want for the BBQ.   Don't find what we want so head back home.  

I spend the afternoon, working on transferring pics from our albums we picked up at my brothers, while Bobby watches TV.  

Around 5, we headed to Parasio (Mexican restaurant) to have dinner with Rog & Winnie.   Stopped and picked up the movie Wild Horses to watch.   It was nothing to writing home about....very slow.

July 23, 2015



Anacortes, WA behind us

Old ship in Anacortes

Rog and Winnie picked us up at 7, then we went for a drive to La Conner & Anacortes.   It's been 20+ yrs since we've been in Anacortes.    Rog took us to Cap Sante Point and Mt. Erie, where we had spectacular views of the sound, San Juan Islands and Anacortes.   Stopped a few stores and ate some ice cream on the way home.

They dropped us off at the coach, we agreed to meet at their place at 3, as our nieces would be there to have dinner with us.

We arrived at 3 and they arrived shortly after we did.  We have not seen Sabrina (our niece) for 4-5 years, it was wonderful to visit with her.  She now has a daughter, Aurora.   So cute.  

Rog & Winnie, Anacortes is behind them

Sabrina & Lita at the river

Our two older great nieces (Rog & Winnie's granddaughters by their son), wanted to go swimming, so we headed to the river (on my brothers property).   It was WAY to cold for me, so I just watched them play and talked to my niece.  They loved it.  

Had dinner and visited some more.   It was about 8 when they left and we agreed to come see Sabrina's house that they are building on Sunday.   We left around 9 and headed home.   Once we arrived, we took a walk, as all we had done was sit in the car.

July 22, 2015

We met Bob & Coco for breakfast at the casino at 9.  It was so lovely to see them!   It's always amazing where you run into friends.

Around 11 we headed to the outlet mall in Marysville, I bought a few things.   We then went to the Cabela's store and Costco, where we had lunch.  


Next stop was Winnie's, we visited with her until my brother arrived around 5:30.   Had a delicious dinner of pork chops that Winnie cooked and then we went to the river for a walk, love walking along the river.   So peaceful.   When we got back to the house, we saw a baby deer, it was sooooo cute, still had it's spots.   We usually see deer at their property every evening.

July 21, 2015

We left Hoodsport around 8:00 AM and headed North to Port Townsend, arriving around 9:40.   It rained all the way, this area really needs it so won't complain.  Checked in and got in line, thinking we'd catch the 11 AM ferry, as that's what our reservation was for, but we got onto the 10 AM ferry, as they had room.   It's very cold, only 57 degrees, believe me, I'm freezing.   Did not bring enough clothes.

Once we disembarked, we headed N or hwy 20 towards Anacortes.   We arrived at Angel of the Winds Casino, where we'll spend the next 7 days.  My brother lives about 5 miles from here, making this very convenient for us.   Only bad thing, we only have electricity, but we'll make do.

While I was trying to figure out where to check into the RV Park this afternoon, Coco Giacolino stopped by.  Small world, isn't it!  Apparently Bob is working in Bellevue, which is 60 miles south of here.   Long drive in this miserable traffic!!!   We hope to be able to get together for dinner before they leave.

About 1 PM, we decide to go have lunch, ate at Hong Kong Restaurant in Arlington.  Excellent Chinese food.   Then we did a little looking in a flea market, before heading to my brothers.

Winnie was home, so we visited until my brother got off work, plus Bobby did our landry.   Had dinner, then Rog and I went for a walk down by the river.   It's so low.

Got home around 9:15 and settled in for the evening.

Hoodsport, WA 2015

July 20, 215

Bobby cooking hamburgers

Did not do much this morning, as we are helping Carl at his golf tournament this afternoon.

Around 1 PM, we headed to the golf course to catch up with Carl.  He was still on the course, so Bobby talked to some of the others and found out what he need to do to cook the hamburgers and hotdogs.

Brian eating hamburger

At about 2:00, the tournament was over and everyone ate.   Neither Carl nor Brian placed in the money, but Linda Hall's boyfriend to 1st gross.   He's very good.

Got home around 4, watched TV and I took a walk.   At about 6, Carl and Brian came over to say goodbye.  Apparently the girls were home from the shopping trip to Olympia.   We'll see them in Havasu in October or November

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July 19, 2015

We went to Shelton, WA to visit with Scott & Ali.   Bobby has known Scotty since he was born, so he's like a son to us.   It's amazing to see how he's turned into this amazing gentleman, so hard to believe he's almost 47...that sure makes us feel old...lol.   Visited with them for about 3 hrs, then headed back to Hoodsport.

Carl came over and visited around 3, we agreed that once the others got back from their hike, we'd come over and have dinner.

We took the shrimp that Scotty gave us and cooked them as an appetizer on their BBQ.   They were so good....cooked 80 and none were left.   Bettie and Dorothy fixed spaghetti, which was delicious but I certainly didn't need after the shrimp!!!

Tomorrow is Carl's annual golf tournament, so we agreed to meet at 1PM to help cook the hamburgers.

July 18, 2015

Crossing suspension bridge
 (Bobby, Carl & Brian)

Bettie, Bobby, Jo, Brian,
 Bettie & Carl)

Had breakfast and then drove over to Carl's, as the group is going on a hike to the "Staircase" in the Olympic National Forest.   We did this hike two years ago, so will be interesting to see the difference with no water!

The park was packed and we barely found a place to park.   With weather so warm, everyone is out trying to stay cool by hiking or playing in Lake Cushman.  

The six of us start out and like always, explore every crook and nanny I can find.   I love the all the old fallen trees, the river (which is extremely low), etc.  

View from the bridge

River is really low but still beautiful

The hike is 2 miles, so doesn't take us that long, even with all the stops.   Bobby & I drove ourselves, so after the hike, we go home to have lunch.  After about an hour, Carl calls to invite us to have margaritas with them at the local Mexican restraint.   They were delicious!

We agree to meet at their house for dinner, where they cooked steak and all the trimmings.   Great hosts these two are.   We visited for awhile and then headed back to the coach.

Ocean Shores, WA 2015

July 17, 2015

Family came over around 8, fed them pancakes and bacon.   We visited for about 1 1/2 hrs and then it was time for them to head home.   They have about a 3 hr drive, if there is no traffic.   We left at 10 and drove to Hoodsport, WA, where we'll spend next 4 days at Dow Creek RV Resort.  It's very wooded but we have a great spot with lots of shade.   Good, as it's supposed to be in 90's this weekend.

Got settled in and then went to the local realtors office, we want to look at bare lots near the golf course.   Obtained a list, so went for a drive to find them.  Saw two that we liked, we'll have to obtain more information before we decide if we'll do anything.

Caught up with the group (Carl, Bettie, Brian & Dorothy) just long enough to say Hi, then they were headed to a party.   We went home and I went for a walk around the RV Park.   Great park with huge spots that we are staying in.   Would love to bring the family here.
 

July 16, 2015

I picked Rog & Lita up at 7:30, so we could go play our golf game.    Bobby stayed home and cleaned windows, he's disappointed he can't play and didn't want to have the temptation to try.   Winnie and Tempest, stayed home and read.     We only played 9 holes, but had a great time.   I did not play well and in fact, Rog beat me by 2 strokes.    Yes, pissed me off!!!!   Lita played my caddie, plus we let her hit a few balls, think she had a good time.

Met the rest of the family back at the coach, where we had an early lunch and then the girls went to play foosball with Uncle Bob and Rog.   Once they were finished, we left and headed to Kalaloch, WA to find the tree of life.    We found it!!!   It's very unique in that the roots are totally exposed.   How it survies on the few that are in dirt, is beyond me.

We also drove up to the largest cedar tree in the Olympic National Forest.  It was really cool, looks like something out of a Harry Potter movie.

Next we drove back to Quinault Lake to have some ice cream and see the lake.   Ice cream was just OK but lake was beautiful.  

Got back around 5:30, so we started preparing the prime rib for dinner while Rog took the girls to the pool.    They love swimming and playing on the water slide.   After dinner, we watched a movie and then they went home.   Long, wonderful day.

July 15,, 2015

I met Rog & Lita at 6 AM, while the others stayed in bed.   Lazy bones!!!   We went to a beach about 3 miles north of where Rog is staying.   Drove out onto the beach and then went looking for sand dollars.   We found lots, even lots of live ones, which we put back into the ocean.    Had a great time search for the sand dollars, looking for shells, etc.   On our way back to the truck, even saw a bald eagle snatch something from the beach.

Got back to Rog's place around 9, then we headed to our place to have breakfast.   Bobby made pancakes and sausage.   It's time to head to the beach, so we drive into Ocean Shores .   Found a place to park the car, where we can fly our kites, walk on the beach and just relax.    Once we were tired with this, we drove out to the jetty, where along the way, we saw many deer.   Even saw the little ones, they are so adorable.  

Next stop was the museum, we looked at the various displays, played with shells, etc.   It's a small place but has lots for you to see.

We are starving, so we head into town to grab a bite.  We ate at Bennett's, it was not that great but filling.   The fish & Chips & Shrimp were greasy and to much batter.   My clam chowder tasted more like celery than anything.   Once we finished with lunch, we did a little window shopping in the shops.   Did not buy one thing!



The girls wanted to ride go carts, so off we went to ride them.   All of us but Winnie rode them.  I'm telling you, I drove to my best ability and Bobby STILL passed me....argh!!!!   However, Rog, didn't...yeah!!!

We are tired from walking and playing, so we head to our coach.   Girls want to swim, so I go with them to the pool.    We have a great time sliding down the slide.   Rog & Bob played mini golf, while Winnie read a book.   About 5 I went home to make dinner, made chicken enchiladas.   Thought I made way to many, I forgot how teenager eat.   Only a small container left.

July 14, 2015

Rog, Tempest
Bobby, Winnie & Lita

Today we met with Dr. Gambee to determine how Bobby is doing.   Dr. gave him a good report, in that he's healing and doing well, BUT, he can't play golf for another 3 months!!!!   Very disappointing for Bobby.   Also he wants to see him again in a month, which means we'll be returning to Portland instead of heading to Canada. 

Got back to the coach around 9:40 and headed to Ocean Shores, WA to catch up with my brother and his family.   It was sooooo good to see them.   They arrived about an hr. before us, an had scoped out the beach, so once we arrived, they came over (they were in a park model at Copalis Beach RV) to our place, which was Ocean Breeze RV.    Made them lunch, hotdogs and chips, then we headed to their park model, as they couldn't check-in until I signed the rental agreement, since I made the reservations.

Lita

Once that was taken care, we walked to Copalis Beach and played in the sand and walked on the beach.   By this time, it was around 5, so we headed back to our place, where the girls played in the pool, while we got ready to cook Hamburgers.   After dinner, we visited some more and then the family headed home, as we are getting up early to look for sand dollars.