Halloween Party at the River Rock Saloon

We went to a Halloween party and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The Resort managers provided chili and cornbread and everyone was encouraged to bring a dish to pass. HW2 made seven layer dip and it was a success. We visited with Jerry, Bryon, and Susie and were joined by Vivian. There were people in costumes. We dressed as winter Texans and had cowboy boots and hats and shorts. There were two groups of people there. The under thirty-five set and the much over set. There was music and lots of talking and finally the costumes were judged.

Most of the entrants were from the under thirty-five group and the winner was a young man in his mountain man outfit complete with wolf head hat and long johns. His runner ups were a cowgirl, very cute with red panties and a young lady who looked like she should be a bar maid. There was also a young lady dressed to be either an angel or a devil. I was never quite sure. The older set was represented by two old hippies, a clown, cow girl and others. We were delighted to see the young man win and get his prize of $25. It was a good party and we much enjoyed the whole thing. Happy travels.

Arts and crafts

Since we arrived in Kerrville and settled in, we have been working at our arts and crafts again. HW2 likes to sew and has contemplated working on a quilt. We visited a quilting supplies store which was loaded with fabric and necessary supplies. They even have quilting - sewing machines that cost a fortune, as in thousands. We looked but did not buy anything there although I suspect HW2 will be going back soon. Once home we dug out her cloth and threads and she has been busy ever since.

Not to be outdone, I started making crosses again. At this point I have seven ready to be leaded today. I hope to put them in a store and maybe sell some or even get other stained glass orders. Time will tell. It is good to be busy although we have not had much time to read. Happy travels.

Geeky Grammy gets frustrated

We are trying to upgrade our television system in our motor home. About a year and a half ago we replaced the TVs with digital TVs and then the antenna with one that electronically can find the satellite we need. HW2 looked into a different satellite receiver that would get HD TV and even have the ability to record shows so that we would not miss a show we like to see. We had this ability in our system in our house in Omaha and really grew to like it.

HW2 did all the leg work and was assured by all that we could get this done. The dish technician came to our motor home to do the work and we found out that we could not do this yet. Our antenna needs a program upgrade which can only be done at certain RV repair places. Since ours is 40 miles away on the way to San Antonio, I am afraid this upgrade will have to wait until we get some other minor repairs scheduled. So HW2 was put out that she did not succeed in her quest even though it is obtainable. Keep questing. Happy travels

Crossfire Buddies

While wandering about town for Hallowe'en masks, HW2 had seen a charcoal grey Crossfire. Later we went for more errands, and this time we saw a yellow Crossfire convertible. As we were driving into Walmart on the last stretch before getting home, we saw a third one, this time dark blue. Well, I had to stop and meet Skip and his 2006 Crossfire. We don't see too many of these cars and generally about half of the drivers want to visit. Another nice way to meet folks. Skip wants to locate a manual for the navigation system, and we said he could make a copy of ours. So we expect to see him next week and to continue our conversation about Crossfires. I guess we are Crossfire Buddies.

I reported earlier on another buddy that we met while we were parked in Interlochen, MI and helping Kim with her two boys. He was a real talker and we began to wonder if he ever slept. He did give me several pointers that have proven helpful. Happy travels, buddy.

The River Rock Saloon

The River Rock Saloon is about 200 feet from our front door. At this time of the the year, it is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. We decided the sun had gone over the yardarm somewhere and walked over to the saloon for a beer. We met Jerry, who had helped convert this old building into a saloon. He had worked around the Guadalupe RV campgrounds for some time. Many of the recent upgrades have been his handy work. We were then joined by Byron, a retired farmer from the Dakotas, and then by Susie, a retired rancher. We talked and talked about our farming adventures. Jerry had been a rancher in West Texas for some years too. What a nice setting in which to meet some of the many people that either live or work here.

To add to the evening, in came Justin, who has worked on HW2's hair for several years here in Kerrville. It felt like old home week. She does have an appointment for next week with Justin. We will see what he does, next since he is responsible for her hair being longer at this point.

Tonight is our annual Halloween party, at the River Rock Saloon, of course. We are going as Winter Texans, cowboy hats and all. We hunted all over town for eye masks and finally found some after trying many places. Happy travels.

Looking in on old friends

Yesterday we had to visit the Sunrise Antique Mall located on Water Street here in Kerrville. It is owned and run by Bobby and Vicky L., and Rosetta, Vicky's mom helps, too. Frequently Bobby's mom Frances helps, too. Frances and I always have fun trying to decide who is older. I can't remember which one is the winner of this discussion.

One of their cats had recently had two litters of kittens about eight months apart. So their back room is quite busy housing these two families. They have tow neutered males that are looking for good homes and three or four younger ones that will be needing homes in the near future. If you think you might want a kitten, let us know.

The antique mall is doing fine and was quite busy while we were there. We used to have a booth in their store and in the process have become good friends.

We also got caught up with Don and Jeanne who run/manage our RV resort. They do such a fine job and have really put this place back in good order. Ken, who also works here keeps busy repainting the many buildings in the park. The other folks that help run this place are new this year but are friendly and a pleasure to get to know. We haven't seen Carl and Betty yet but will soon. Roger and Leah are our next door neighbors and have been coming here for several years. So we are settling in and enjoying the good weather. This morning it was 55 degrees when we headed out for our walk. Lots of blue skies and sunshine too. Happy travels.

Tony Hillerman

Tony Hillerman, author, gentleman, and friend, has died today. Tony loved to tell stories. He particularly liked to tell stories of the Navajo people and their legends and customs. He managed to tell exciting mystery stories and yet always treated them with the respect they deserved. His detective was Joe Leaphorn, and he knew the ways of his people and could always work out who had done the crime.

I met Tony when he had survived a heart attack, as I had, and we were walking daily at Presbyterian Hospital's exercise center. We enjoyed walking the track and found that we enjoyed visiting with each other. We agreed not to talk about my school business or his writing business. In spite of this choice, we managed to talk non-stop while getting in our daily walks. Tony and I enjoyed our recuperation time together. I continued to read every book that he wrote and shall miss his stories. Happy travels, Tony!