Performing at Miller Creek RV Resort

The flyer the RV park produced and handed out before we arrived.

(Photos by Andy)

After supper, we went outside to work on some songs to play at the next performance. Andy is parked across from us. He saw us outside and came over to introduce himself and tell us that he enjoyed our music last night. He took some pictures of us and wanted to know if we would like copies. Those are the pictures you see above. I love this lifestyle. You meet so many nice people.

Yes, last night we entertained in the Miller Creek RV Resort. There were quite a few people there and they seemed to like our music. Robbie and Haunie came over from Cedar Park to watch us perform. I was really nervous, hoping we wouldn't embarrass them. They said they enjoyed listening it. We had a nice visit with them until about 11:00 pm.

Today we went to Fredericksburg to visit the National Museum of the Pacific War. It was really interesting. I learned a lot about World War II. I didn't take any pictures, so you might want to go to http://www.nimitz-museum.org/ to get an idea as to what the museum is all about. On the way back to the RV park, we stopped at Wildflower Farms. It was really crowded. I always enjoy stopping by there when we are in the area. http://www.wildseedfarms.com/market_main_page.htm. Then we had ice-cream and peach cobbler at a little shop on the way back to Johnson City. It was really good. And the owner was so nice. We must stop there again. Another great day in Texas Hill Country.

Hamilton Pool

We went to Hamilton Pool, a place where we took our boys when they were young. They had so much fun crawling over the rocks and wading in the pool. I forgot my camera, so you have to go to the sites below to see what we saw. The hike down to the pool was a little challenging, but the walk back up to the parking lot was even more. It is free to the elderly probably because they figure we can't make the trip. It brought back lots of fond memories. It did make me feel my age when I realized we were the oldest people there. The water was 61 degrees, so we didn't even wade in the water. Most were only displaying their sun tanned bodies. And when the boys couldn't take it any longer they took a cold dip in the pool (if you know what I mean). We are now back home resting up for our performance tonight.

http://www.austinrealestateguy.com/Hamilton_Pool_Photos/page_1738210.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCAt0KQfEmA

The Texas Hill Country

(Photo by William Manning)
We finally made it to the Texas Hill Country. Last night we stayed at an RV park in Junction, TX. I had no Verizon service on my computer. I could hardly stand not being able to get on-line. I actually went to bed early. Another Alfa parked next to us. It was driven by a very nice couple (Bill and Dianne) from Roswell, NM. They are headed for the Alfa Rally, too. I think they are going to put us to work when we get there. I think it will be great to be so involved in a rally.

We are now in a nice little RV park just south of Johnson City, Miller Creek RV Park. http://www.millercreekrvresort.com/
It feels " good to be back home again." This the perfect time of the year in this area because the wild flowers are in bloom. I have always loved the Bluebonnets, Indian Paint Brushes and Buttercups nestled amonst the Oak trees. And the weather is wonderful. We had a misty rain and a little wind this morning, but the rest of the day was beautiful.

Robbie and Haunani came over and we went to Blanco for supper. We had a great visit. It's such a good feeling to be friends with your children. Palani says he'll try to visit tomorrow on his day off. I hope he makes it. Can't wait to see him.

Tomorrow morning we plan on setting up our sound equipment in the club house. We entertain after Potluck. Our biggest problem is deciding what to play in our given hour. We can play over 50 songs. But, that's too many to play in one performance. I just hope we bring a little joy as we play. Guess we'll soon find out.

Travel Day - Van Horn, TX

We arrived in Van Horn, TX about noon. The weather is great! As you can see in the picture this RV park is not crowded. A couple from Ontario, Canada just parked beside us. I think they are on their way home. Willard is watching TV and, of course, I'm on the computer. We plan on practicing our music this afternoon, then make some hamburgers. After a good night's sleep we will leave early in the morning for Junction. We usually travel only about 200 - 250 miles a day and park by noon. It was a beautiful sunrise this morning as we left Deming, NM about 7:15.

Site Seeing Day in New Mexico

Today we visited Rockhound State Park. Willard found some nice rock specimans to display on our Lot 360 at North Ranch. This would be a great place to return for some rock hounding. There are several nice campsites and you can take what you find in the park. We also visited Columbus, NM again. There we visited Pancho Villa State Park and several museums. In 1916 guerrillas of the Mexican Revolution attacked the border town. I wanted to do some research about a brave woman in the town during invasion. It might develop into a picture book. Who knows.

This is the picture of the depot museum near the border. We did not go into Mexico because Willard's passport hasn't arrived, yet. Maybe next time we venture into the area. Last year we had a wonderful lunch at the Pink House in Palomas, Mexico. This year we ate a delicious lunch at the Patio Cafe in Columbus. I highly recommend both cafes.