Gardnerville, Cold temps, Affordable Propane Excellent Service!

 Tuesday morning we headed towards Gardnerville and a visit to Walmart. Time for some groceries! We have Raley's here in town, but they're so expensive!  

We weren't in a hurry so we could have come home for a very late lunch/linner or we could go to Sharkey's. We opted on Sharkey's. We usually always have good service, but not so much this time. Food was awesome though.  I just think when they're not so busy, the waitress could look at you and ask is everything OK? Not a waitress we've had before. It won't keep us from going back, but we'll probably ask for one of our regulars next time. 

Our beautiful Wilson Canyon..

Yep, we hit fog in a few places!

Headed toward Topaz Ranch Estates..

Our little Yerington 💙

NV Energy hard at work, replacing a fallen pole! 

Early morning picture out the kitchen window!

We got home and got a text from Karen about Happy Hour so we headed over. We spent a couple of hours under their propane heaters before heading home. John had brought home a bottle of Frey's from the local distillery in Fallon. It's oh so good, but I need some seltzer with it. 😊

Wednesday was a stay at home day! 😃 We watched the icicles grow and the cloud cover. A nice relaxing day. I should take down the Christmas stuff in the bunk house, but not ready yet. I made a few different items for Ken's good for you sweets. Enchiladas and cole slaw for dinner. 

Ken had lab work this morning, so he left early and came home for treats and coffee that he needed. Then to his regular dentist appointment. Once he came home I had made low carb meat quesidilas for brunch. Since it was brunch, mimosas were needed (well not needed, but enjoyed). 

Somewhere around 1500 he decided to call Affordable Propane as we're at 25%.  He told the girl on the phone, no hurry but he wanted to call early. Shoot, it wasn't even 10 minutes later and the owner backed into our driveway. I know they were in the area, but that's service! 

So glad we changed companies several years ago. 

We had rain overnight and some this morning, so that's helping with the melting of the snow! Still beautiful though. Looks like there's more coming for the weekend and next week. 

John called today and because of the outages in CA they wanted him to come back to work early, so he's headed to Shingle Springs to pick up his work truck and then to Ukiah. He called later this afternoon to let us know he was over the hill, but it had its moments. These winds and rain are playing heck on CA. Our son and daughter in law in Lincoln, CA lost power last night again. 

I was trying to get over to Sacramento to my niece's baby shower but it doesn't look like the mountains are going to allow it. Luckily I had my gifts sent to my sister's house where it will be held. Hoping to Face time at least so I can see it 😊

Karen just called so we'll head to her house in just a bit. Ken's been outside making kindling for the wood stove, because obviously we need it!

Have a great evening! 🍺🍷

Armagosa Valley..We're home and gone again!

Yesterday morning (Thursday) we awoke to a very cool morning at Armagosa Valley, NV.  More people had pulled in overnight, some in their cars so I know we were warmer than them in our Mansion! 

We had our coffees and our morning routine, showers, breakfast and then it was time to hit the road.  We actually got on the road a little after 0930 which is amazing for us.  Anxious to get home? Maybe :) 

A beautiful drive and then later we pulled over for lunch about 1300.  Onward! We pulled in the driveway nearing 1530 or so.  Just like we left it! Always good to see. 

Interesting buildings going on in Beatty, NV1

You know your'e near Goldfield, Nv when the Joshua trees start appearing

Tonopah, Nevada!

They are working on getting the Belvada finished..Stories it could tell :)  

One of the most haunted places in NV!

Ken pulled back and dumped the Mansion so I was able to unload some of the groceries and stuff.  Then he backed it onto the concrete so I could finish what I needed to do and he did his thing.  The wind was blowing and boy was it chilly! Brrr..

Eventually we both came inside, tomorrow is another day right?!  Time for a later Happy Hour and he made a fire in the wood stove 😊 Gotta admit we've missed those! 

We had a quick dinner, watched some tv and hit the hay.  

Friday morning I set the alarm for 0500.  I was sleeping good I have to say. Got our coffees, computer and enjoyed for awhile catching up with our blogging friends.  

We headed for Reno and US BANK.  When we bought the truck in TN we didn't have our pink slip for the 2014 with us.  We told them as soon as we got home we'd send it to them along with Ken's remote for the doors.  They used to be open Saturdays but no more with this mess going on.  Actually they're not open to foot traffic, you have to call and "make an appt".  As it was she was inside and let Ken in to go to our safety deposit box.  

After that we headed over to Winco to pick up a few things.  UH NO WAY! People standing outside in a line to the end of building WTH???!!!! Alot of those people were elderly, why they don't go to another store I have no idea. I know that when I go to Winco i'm in there an hour or more..can't imagine how long they stand in line!  

Quick stop at Home Depot to pick up some bar b q wax starters and then to Walmart.  No line there.  No paper products at all. Plenty of water and whatever food I wanted they had so all's good.  

We ate our lunch I had brought from home in the parking lot.  It was after 1300 so it was time to eat.  We don't do fast food so this was the best bet.  I'll be glad when our Betsy's is open once again. 

Headed home and put things away.  Now we're talking with Bryan and enjoying an adult beverage.  

We were going over to pick up grandson Aaron on Monday, but with this online schooling (because schools are closed) he's behind some assignments :(  so being good parents they are, he's not getting to come right now. School work needs to be caught up.  Hopefully soon! 

I've got to give kudos to Affordable Propane!  When we're gone we leave the forced air heating at 50 degrees so pipes don't freeze. The back heater is left on low.  Ken checked the propane tank this afternoon and it was down below 5% !!!
He made a call at 1630 and at 1730 they were here to fill the tank.  What awesome service!! 

Have a great evening!