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The mountains are calling and I must go...Got the t shirt in Georgia one year and this is our calling! We'll see y'all down the road!

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Camping leads to a bucket list dream come true! Update on Ken!

** We got a letter from Seth today! Made our day! He's doing well..he said it sucks but he expected that and that in the end it will all be worth it** Our Marine in the making!! :) One proud and happy grandma and papa too! :) 

We had a great time camping over the weekend!  We left Friday morning and were just sitting down to a late lunch when KC, Sierra and little Miss Rylee showed up.  We finished lunch and they got themselves settled and we chit chatted awhile.   
Starting the camping trip out right!

Our sites next to each other

Sierra, Rylee and I took a little walk to see where she launches her kayak into the lake.  We had a great afternoon just catching up.  

Later we all heated up the bar b q and had some hot links and awesome burgers from KC's home grown cows.  We all contributed and then had a nice fire to end the evening. Rylee enjoyed some "smorfs" before calling it a night. The adults stayed awake a little later and enjoyed some adult beverages. 

Saturday morning, we didn't wake up until about 0730, coffees and then we gathered to make a shared breakfast.  KC makes the best camping potatoes ever. (I didn't eat any though, trying to be good until my doctor's appointment in October or November)... We all walked up to the store and the rest of the campground.  They have a bar/grill so we stopped in to have a drink! KC bought us bloody marys for them and a screwdriver for me.  We sat on the back deck and enjoyed the view and each other's company! Then we took the long way back to camp checking out the other campsites. 
Breakfast of champions!

Ken cooked the eggs

Miss Rylee

Ken and KC

The restaurant and bar

We were on our walk...Sierra, Rylee and Brody

Little cabins

Sierra, Rylee, Ken and Brody


Not much going on in the afternoon, just the way we like it.  KC took us all out to dinner at the Plasse's Resort Bar and Grill.  They're season ends next weekend so they were out of a lot of stuff, but we all enjoyed a nice dinner. Back to camp for a nice fire and conversation. 
Some permanent spots..had them fixed up nicely

Clever using two tree trunks, table on top!




KC showing Rylee how to make a fire :)

Sunday morning dawned clear and cold, but once the sun came over the mountains it warmed up quickly.  After a delicious breakfast we all headed to the area where Sierra was able to launch her kayak.  On my bucket list has always been to go out on a lake in a kayak.  This was launched in a cove so I was able to get in and try it out.  I could tell, I loved it!  There was no life jacket so I wasn't going out in the lake without one so we rented a paddle board for Sierra and I was able to take her kayak out in the lake.  Oh my gosh!  I'm in love with kayaking.  We had the best time, and I was hooked.  She and Brody (her dog) paddled all over and I followed in the kayak. What a wonderful afternoon! 




Sierra and Brody going out in the kayak..



Safety first..Rylee has a strider bike she rides like crazy!



Coming back after a short kayak..

Rylee wanted to go..

Brody was jealous!



It's been on my bucket list forever! Now I'm hooked! 


Sierra and Brody on the paddle board! She is good!



That's me in the kayak following behind




Coming back in! 


The guys and Rylee stayed on shore and watched us while they enjoyed the afternoon.  A wedding was going on so when we got back to shore we were able to watch the event. I know, nosey aren't we?! 

We headed back to camp and eventually got dinner started.  KC had brought a huge tri trip from his own cows and oh my...cooked to perfection! We cooked chicken too along with all the fixins ...yum! Eventually called it a night! 
KC and Rylee :) 

Ken brought out the torch to show Rylee how
it's done! 


Love this pic of Ken, Rylee and Brody

Monday morning dawned clear and cold, but beautiful.  After another yummy breakfast we all got our things done and pulled out of the campground by 1100. Hugs all around, and see you soon! We'll have to do this again! 

On the way home, Ken said we're going through Minden so let's stop at Big5 and get you a kayak! What! Ok let's stop.  I got a kayak!!!  The last one they had just like Sierra's! We'll pick it up on Thursday. Thinking we'll have to get one more for Ken, as it would be more fun with the two of us out on a lake! Grandkids will love it too! I never thought when we left on Friday that I would have a kayak on Monday! 

We came home and unloaded what we needed to.  I ran to town to mail Seth's first 3 letters as his address came in over the weekend but there was no service at the campground.  Later in the afternoon we ran over to Karen's for a visit and to update here on our camping trip. :) 

Tuesday morning we set the alarm for 0500 as we wanted to leave by 0730.  Well, as slow as we are, we didn't have time for breakfast so I grabbed some cheese sticks and a yogurt to eat in the car.  We got to Carson City early so stopped by Tractor Supply where we were able to buy our first Christmas present for someone in the family. We got to the pulmonary doctors office close to 0930 and they called us right in. 

We headed for the hospital and Ken had his lab work done and then we drove to Reno.  Total Wine was on the agenda and I had done an online order.  Getting close to 1300 by now so we headed for Betsy's Big Kitchen in Carson City. Great lunch and great prices!  We were starving, so it was really good! LOL. 

Not much news there, the fluid is still filling (he figures 1 to 1 1/2 liters). Next Tuesday Ken has a PET scan in the am and then we will see Dr. Foster in the afternoon to see the results of that.  Next is a surgeon with a camera to see what they can find. So we wait...
Tomorrow (Wednesday) Ken has an appointment with a cardiologist, even though Dr. Foster (pulmonary doctor) doesn't think it's heart related..better safe than sorry.  
Stole this pic of Miss Cassidy..our great niece !

Great nephew Owen :) 

Have a good night, and i'll catch up tomorrow on what happened today.  Just know cardiologist doesn't think Ken's problem is heart related.  They just have to figure it out! 

Friday, September 6, 2019

Quick catchup and we're going camping!

We've enjoyed some great lightning and thunder storms this week! It's been busy but not crazy, we'll save that for next week LOL!  
Gotta love the sunsets!


On our way to Gardnerville yesterday

We've been getting ready to head camping at Silver Lake, CA.  Yesterday we headed to Gardnerville and Walmart for some food items for the trip. Stopped at Raley's for prescription refills and then back home in time for lunch.  

We had one shell left for pizza, so made Ken his oyster, olive and mushroom pizza for the freezer.  At least he'll have dinner when we don't want to cook. 

We spent an evening with Karen and family outside by their fire pit.  That's about it for the week after the kids left.  
Miss Sophia, helping gather firewood

We'll be back on Monday and not sure if we'll have service so I thought I'd post a quick one! 

No address from Seth yet so the letters are piling up. Hopefully soon! But as they say "No news is good news!"


Grandson Adam took dogs on a walk in the water

Lucy and Daisy on their way back to CA.
Look a little tired don't they?

On the quad ride the other day,
a horizontal mine was found.
All I can think is snakes or worse!

The entrance to the mine! 
Have a great weekend everyone! 


Tuesday, September 3, 2019

One happy mom and dad..kids came to visit!

Sunday morning we woke early after a late night next door at John and Karen's. The bar b q was awesome and the company was great! 

Bryan, Cheryl and Dustin ( everyone calls him Trip) arrived in the afternoon.  Bryan, Ken and Trip headed out on a little quad ride. I visited with Cheryl and eventually ended up out in the front porch area.  There was a nice breeze so I put out some appetizers just because I could.  The conversation and Happy Hour carried on!  
We had a nice rainbow after the rain
Bryan getting ready to back out of the garage

Trip heading out! 


Good bye Bryan!

John and Karen stopped by to bring an appetizer tray she had made for us.  Very sweet!  They headed home to bar b q and Ken got started on ours.  Papa burgers for dinner along with some fries and onion rings. Once they were finished we had a delicious dinner.  
John and Karen..

We were back outside when Karen called and said they had a fire going if we wanted to come over.  Everyone did so we headed over. Much later evening than any of us planned, but a good time was had by all :) 

Yesterday (Monday) I was up by 0600, showered and ready to cook some breakfast for the crew!  Bryan had requested biscuits and gravy so that's what was on the menu along with bacon, sausage and eggs.  The gravy actually turned out awesome or so I was told.  I had a little bit with half a biscuit and it was tasty.  You never know with gravy, so I am always happy when it turns out! 

It was a late breakfast by the time we were done so it turned out no lunch was needed.  
Lucy!

Daisy Duke found a comfy place..these two are the best
behaved dogs ever!

Ken, Bryan and Trip took off on about a 2 hour ride in the desert.  Cheryl went into the bunkhouse, turned on the a/c and read for a bit. I ran to Raley's for a couple of things.  

Bryan had requested homemade pizza so I started cutting up all the stuff that was going on them.  Cheryl came in and we made short work it!  She baked a cake for Trip as he turned 35 last week.  

Once they were back we sat outside again and I had made some quick appetizers that were enjoyed.  About 1500 Ken's sister Diane made her appearance, just in time for the snacks :) 

We all visited and had our Happy Hour (s)...Later in the afternoon we were all treated to a lightning show, thunder and some heavy rain!  It was certainly something to watch and then later a rainbow! :) 

The pizzas were cooked and enjoyed on the front porch..good and simple dinner. Then the cake and ice cream were brought out, Happy Birthday was sung and the cake and ice cream were enjoyed!   Trip was surprised as he had no idea! 

Two of the 4 pizzas that were made..each one different

One by one people headed off to bed, but Bryan and I sat outside enjoying the star filled skies and just talking.  (Moms of sons you get that right?) :)  He did comment about how proud Popo and Ma would be of Seth. I countered that Yes they certainly would be proud of him! They would also be proud of all their grandsons and great grandsons :) Each one is different and unique in their own way.  All good men! I do sound like a proud mom and grandma don't I?! Eventually it was time to come in so Bryan could eat as he hadn't yet.  We continued talking and I worked on cleaning the kitchen. After a bit we said our good nights. 
After the thunder/lightning storm

This morning (Tuesday) I brought Ken coffee near 0630. I had been awake since around 0400 so might as well get up shower and get ready for the day!  More coffee as people started waking up.  Trip wanted pancakes today so got started on those along with sausage, bacon and eggs. Turned out great for everyone who ate. 

Nearing 1000 Diane was the first to leave to start her trek to Tennessee. A little after that Bryan and gang headed out to their home in Georgetown, CA. 
Trip, Bryan and Cheryl getting ready to leave :( 

I spent some time stripping the beds, washing and cleaning the kitchen.  Ken did clean up outside and now we're enjoying the afternoon. 

Now to see what the rest of the week brings!  We are headed to Silver Lake, CA on Friday camping until Monday with our friends, KC, Sierra and little Rylee Mae. 

My heart is happy that the kids made this visit even though it was short it was definitely enjoyed by all of us.  Hopefully it can happen again soon.  Love time spent with family :) Now to get the youngest son (Russell) to find time to visit us someday! :)  

Have a great evening everyone!