Laid back Sunday

Sunday we got up and went to church. It was cloudy and looked like it might rain but never the less we walked up there. During the service you could hear the rain when it came in. All I could think about was how are we going to get home.
Well as things would have it when the service was over and we stepped outside there was Rick waiting for us. Becky told him to go and get us because we had walked and she knew we would be soaked if we did not have a ride home.
Thanks Becky for thinking of us 
We had a quite day with a some rain. The wind was low and I sat out on the patio and painted on my new picture. I have started and completed several paintings this year. I will have many paintings to sell when I get back to Texas. 
Today we are going to have a rain free morning so once again I will sit outdoors and work on a painting. We will take our morning walk about 9:00 am and then catch some lunch. 
All is good in our world today...

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Trip to the Arkansas River and Buena Vista Colorado

Found this trail that went along the river

The river was running fast after all the rain we have had

This is the trail on the other side of the river

We just up and decided to head off to see Buena Vista today. Sherri packed a picnic lunch and we were off. Becky and Rick went with us. They too packed a lunch and pilled into truck...we were off a 10:00 am.
The ride there took about 2 1/2 hours but it did not seem long due to all the beautiful scenery we had to look at on the way.
We stopped at the summit of Poncha Pass. Took some pictures and then we were off once again. This is a long down hill pass about 7 miles of 6% grades. Not one you would really want to pull your RV down.
I seem to be having some problems with my program here so I will 
cut this off here and post some pictures of our journey...

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Fishing at Big Meadow

Yesterday we took off and went fishing at one of the reservoirs near here. We had planned on taking the boat but the weather was once again questionable so we decided to just fish from the bank.
We did not have much luck so we decided to head over to Beaver Creek and see if we could do much better. I caught on trout and that was it.
We had fun seeing new sights along the way and enjoying the wonderful views! We will being headed back soon...

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Facebook about to get to me.

I love to read Facebook and see what my family and friends are doing. The one thing that I don't want to see is all the political hatred that is on there! It is getting sad to read all the hate filled post that these organizations are posting on Facebook! I don't want to know what these moronic actors have to say about politics! Who do they think they are trying to tell people what to think when their solution to things they don't like is to leave the country. That really goes to show their maturity. I'll take my toys and go home!
I spent most of this rainy morning blocking all these political post off my page. I really have all I can stomach about politics. Here we are needing things done in Washington and all they want to do is impeach the President when we need to impeach Congress! If my department at work had done what Congress has done I would have had to fire everyone of them.
For some reason we think the President has the power to turn this country around. We did not pass political science or maybe we did not take it. 
One thing that we must understand is that our problem lies in the Congress. They go up there...they camp out...make millions of dollars and then we pay them more money to retire. What is wrong with this picture? 
I don't care if you are Dem or Rep...We have a do nothing bunch of thieves up there taking our hard earned money and using it to benefit their agenda. We need to get past this replace the President mentality and look to replacing these slugs on the hill.
That is all I have to say about that...

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Taxes and truck re-call in Alamosa

Here we are at Beaver Lake

We are filing our amended tax return today and I have to take the truck by to have a re-call done. Not sure what the re-call is all about we did not get the paperwork up here. My SIL told me that it had come in the mail at the lake. She said it had to do with restraints? Not sure what that is.
Anyway we have to head out to Alamosa to get that done and my taxes. What a fund day this will be...I sure would rather be fishing.
Yesterday we drove up the mountain to Beaver Lake and checked out the surroundings. On the way up there we stopped by the Christian Youth Camp. I got some literature on the curriculum that they have there. It sounds like a great place for Kris to spend some time with kids his age.
This will be something he can look forward to for next year. With the camp and VBS he should have plenty to do in July.
Back to the lake...it was really nice. It has a boat ramp so we can put the boat in. There are picnic tables down by the water and we can fish from the bank too. This will be a good place to spend the mornings before the rain starts.
I will have pictures on my next post of our day on the lake...

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What did we do before the Internet?

Do you remember... You guys out there that are older than the Internet. The millennials cannot enter into this conversation for they have always had it. But those of us that did not have the Internet for years...have to ask ourselves what did we use to do without it.
Here I sit in my RV just like I do every morning reading Facebook and typing in my journal wondering what did I do. I guess I worked and every morning I got up and drank my coffee and headed out the door to my job. But on the weekend what did I do?
We did not have computers in the office so all my reports were done by hand and then turned in at the business meeting. 
I do remember when the computers came along I had to go to school to learn how to use them. I had to learn how to type. For years I said to myself why do I have to enter in all this information on this box when I can just write it down. 
As time went by and I learned more about the computers I could see that the information I was entering could be accessed with the click of an Icon and boom it was all there for me to see! 
Now we have moved pass the computer for work and we use it for play. Especially in the morning while I am drinking my coffee I have something to do. What did I use to do before the computer?
I will have to give it some thought and see if I can remember back that far.
Just some food for thought...

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The news sucks

When can we get some news back on...?? I am really getting tired of hearing about Trump and the Russian connection! What happen to the news about what is going on elsewhere? I know there are other things going on and I would like to know what it is.
The only news I get is from the kids. I find out what is going on in my family and it is refreshing to hear. 
I think I am going to go back to the old way of hearing about the news...reading the newspaper. You can find a variety of news there if you move off the front page...News about all the bad stuff Trump is doing and all the people that hate him...The back pages talk about things happening in your area that have nothing to do with politics.
Oh please can we move on...

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Walmart once more

We went to Walmart yesterday after Kris got out of school. We had run low on some things that you can only get there. 
Alamosa is about an hour drive from here and at least once a month we make the trip up there to replenish our goods. I am not a fan of shopping at Wally World but then I know we have to go. We always spend way too much money there. You go after one or two things and end up spending hundreds of dollars before you get out of there.
I spent a $1.49 on some prints of pictures I have taken up here. I paint pictures using the prints as color references. I don't have the time to sit up on the side of the road and paint these scenes. I would love to have that time but that wont happen.
Anyway I have several pictures to work on now on my patio studio. I also bought me some frames at Family Dollar. I don't spend much on my watercolor frames. They seem to sell better with the least amount of frame. Also they need glass and these frames are just right for that.
Well it is time to get ready for VBS. We walk Kris up to the church each morning and then pick him up in the afternoon. He is having the time of his life and that is what it is all about...

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Up early for VBS

Kris was up early this morning and pushing us to hurry up so he could get to VBS! Gee I have never seen him so excited about getting somewhere. I love it! 
We have to get him there at 9:00 am so we are gulping down our coffee and making him breakfast. This surely will keep me young just keeping up with him.
We are going to Walmart after VBS to get some needed supplies. There are some things you just have to get from Walmart due to the prices. 
Not much happening today. We are just enjoying the beautiful weather here...

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VBS Was Great

This Carmen with Kris. Carmen is one of the teachers and our neighbor at the park

Kris went to VBS yesterday and really enjoyed it. There was a lot of children there. He said it was all boys in his class and they made projects and played games. This is good for Kris to have some kids to play with. 
He is ready to return today. Sherri walks him up to the church and drops him off. We can see the church building from our park.
After school today we have to drive to Alamosa to see our tax lady. We received our papers from the IRS and are ready to start the amended tax return. Don't worry I will never attempt to do my taxes again! It amazes me how the government can take something so simple and make it so hard. 
I can find other things to do...

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Vacation Bible School

Monday is VBS at our church here and Kris wants to go. I am not sure how many children will be there but he wanted to go and join in the fun. They have a fun week planned and we always like to see him have fun.
We all enjoy our alone time. Sherri loves shopping and decorating the RV...I like painting and fishing...Kris loves his games. Every once in a while we all get out and do things with others but for the most part having our time to do the things we enjoy comes first.
Today Sherri and Becky are planning on going to the RV dealership to look at Toy Haulers. Sherri found one that she likes and thinks that in a few more years Kris will need more room and this layout would fit the bill.
Kris has his own room now but he does not have his own bath. As he gets closer to his teenage years he will need more privacy and having his own bathroom will be nice. 
It will be some time before this comes about but looking at different layouts gives you ideas on what might work the best for him and us.
We are planning on taking the boat out this week for a day on the lake. The weather has not been the best for this lately but we hope to squeeze some time in. Early morning is the best bet for having good weather. It rains every day after noon so you have about 5 hours to boat ride before you have to get off the lake.
Yesterday we had 3 rock slides and one mud slide on 149 north of here. They had the highway closed down all night and just opened it up this morning. The rains have loosened all the rocks on the slopes. Once the rocks gave way the mud followed it. What a mess it was and it took them most of the night to clear it off.
Also we had about 3 inches of hail between here and Del Norte. Sounds like the weather is getting worse but for the most part we have had pleasant days...

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Picnic on the Rio

Getting that fly rod ready

Mom and Kris loving the river 

Yes that is me trying to fish 

Yesterday we were all sitting around when we come up with the idea of a picnic on the river. We knew of a place that has tables down by the river and we could go there and eat lunch. 
We packed up our lunch and I took my fly rod along to see if I could catch a fish or two. Well the fishing was not the best but the lunch was great. The scenery was beautiful where we were. We had found a spot right on the river with a path that took us down even closer. There was a giant pine tree there...which had to be well over a hundred years old. It formed a great shade and a cover from the rain which was about to start falling.
We enjoyed the time there and will definitely return...

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Panning for gold

We decided to pan for gold yesterday so we packed us up a picnic lunch and headed up to Bachelor Loop. We found a spot on the side of the creek and I made us some steps on the edge of the bank so we could safely make our way down.
We made our way down to the river with out one fall and gathered our material for panning. We are still without a big find but we had fun. 
The day ended with the black clouds gathering over the mountains.
We gathered up our equipment and loaded the truck. We headed back to the park Where it had already rained. About 2:00 the wind kicked up and we stayed inside.
Last night it rained almost all night. The wind blew and blew...the trees rustled and I lay awake for a long time. Finally I fell asleep and woke up about 6:00 am. I had to get ready for the prayer breakfast at the restaurant across the street. We had a real nice meeting and then it was back home. 
So here we sit waiting for Kris to eat his breakfast. We are headed back to Creede for the garage sale they are having. We really don't need to speed any money but we all like to look.
I guess that brings us up to date...

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Hot dog and Hamburger day

Today we are planning on cooking some of our hot dogs and hamburgers we have been saving. Every day we say we are going to cook out but something comes up and we have to put it off to another time. Well the time has come and we are going to cook out today. 
we had rain yesterday and wind. This time of year we have this over and over again about the same time of day. The clouds start forming about 2:00 and then get black. The wind starts blowing and in just a little bit the rain comes in short spirts. It will sputter rain for a few minutes and then it is over. This may go on for an hour and then the sun comes out and it is all over for the day.
It is nice however because those hot 80 degree temps drop down to the low 70. While Texas is burning at 100 we are suffering through the low 80's. I should be ashamed of flaunting our good weather to those suffering elsewhere.
I love being here all summer but I would like to try some new places that have the same temps. I just have not been able to find any with the rent as low as here. I will keep searching however. We like change but then again we have a budget and that keeps us from just going anywhere...

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Rain off and on all day

Yesterday morning about 6:30 we headed out to Monte Vista to the Co-op for the after the 4th sale, It consisted of some garage sale items and some store clearances. We arrived about 7:10 and everything was picked over! In 10 minutes this crowd of people had gone through all there was to go through leaving us with nothing! Everyone said you had to get there early but we did not realize what early was! 
Kris was the only one that scored big...with a Wii game for $3.00. I told him not to expect much but when he got it home all of it worked great! He loves the game and so do I. I guess it was not a total loss.
We left there and went to an Amish hardware store down the road. I found me a nice pistol case and one for Kris's BB gun. This store was outstanding. They had everything you could want. It was located out in the country. Nothing within miles of there yet they are doing a good business. The shelves were immaculate as  was the entire area around the store. I love the pride these people put into their properties.
We enjoyed viewing the country side around the Amish community. There is a sanctuary that surrounds the community and there are all kinds of water fowl and animals that inhabit the area. We plan on returning and viewing some more of that in the coming days.
I ordered Kris a bird book on Amazon. It has all the North American birds in it and where they can be found. It should arrive here on the 12th of this month. He is excited about it and ready to find and log all the birds he can.
Today has no plan but one may come together soon. It is time for our walk and we always come up with something when we are walking. More rain is forecast for today but you never know for sure when it will arrive...

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60% Chance of rain all week

Yes the weather person is calling for 60% chance of rain all week long and maybe into next week! WOW we can use it here. You have to remember it does not rain buckets here...maybe shot glasses. Snow is another thing...we can get a lot of snow in one day but rain...
Today is the day we head out to the town of Monte Vista to hit the sales. They have an after the 4th sale and everything is marked down 50% or more. This means it is the same price it would be if they had not marked up all the items by 50% previously. You know how that works. Just thinking that you are getting it for half price makes your wallet swing open.
I need nothing and will buy nothing but the girls will find something they cannot live without...and 50% off! We will see what we come home with.
Maybe we can catch a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants and make the trip worth while.
Yesterday we went to Big Meadow and had a picnic lunch. We really enjoyed the outing. The weather was overcast and it rained a drop or two. Not to stop us having fun. We took the binoculars and the telescope along to see if we could spot some wildlife. No one was home but we had fun looking.
Have not yet taken the boat out! Just seems like there is always something that more pressing than boat riding. While out at the lake we did see a lot of boaters. This made everyone want to get the boat out. Maybe between monsoons we can get out and enjoy the lake...

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Hot coffee and all is good

Coffee time..

Today is going to be a great day I just know it. I can tell by the way the sun is coming up over the mountains. There are a few clouds but mostly clear skies greeted the sun when it peaked over the top of the mountain. They are calling for some rain later today but that is the norm up here. We always have some rain in the afternoon but not enough to keep us from doing what we planned.
We are still waiting for our IRS papers to get here so we can amend our report. Remember I filled out our tax return forms and that was a mistake. I was thinking it would be easy enough not having any income other than what we get from the government. They know what they give us and we don't get any extra...so how hard could it be. Of course the government being the administrative genius they are wanted to know what they already know. I had to fill in all these blanks with 0 so they could be sure I am not cheating them out of any funds. Here these morons are giving away all this money to non-citizens and they are worried that I may be getting more than I deserve!
Well I hope to get all that straightened out today so I can go on with my life...

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Amish have a fund raiser

One thing about knowing how to type you sometimes find your fingers thinking instead of your brain. Sit and Set...Sale and Sell. You know you might think of one and use the other. Thanks to a reader of mine I was corrected yesterday on the use of Sale instead of Sell. Really it is not my fault...Just think about all the words in the English language that sound the same but or spelt different and mean something different. Oh well we do the best we can.
Today is the Amish dinner in Monte Vista Colorado. This is put on to fund the school system in the Amish Community. They have delicious food and pastries. One cannot pass up the opportunity to enjoy this meal and help out a good cause. 
The Amish play a big roll in this area of Colorado. We want to help them do well here and in return have some of the best food around!
We spent most of the time yesterday sitting on the patio visiting with our neighbors. It was a good day and getting to know your neighbors is a good thing. I guess being retired you have more time to do things like this. When we lived in a neighbor hood and had next door neighbors we never had time to visit! This is the life and we enjoy living it...

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Happy 4th

Kris was a great help in decorating the boat.

This is another sign I made.

Sherri showing off one of the signs I made 

We found a prime location on the side of the road

Kris walked along side the boat with a fish like the one in the foreground. He is guy on the other side of the boat.

Did you know they sell fireworks in Walmart up here? I didn't but sure enough they do. We were in Walmart the other day and there on one of the endcaps was a box of fireworks for sale. I mean a big box of fireworks. They had those big "Bombs Bursting in Air" kind of fireworks! 
We had quiet the firework show here in South Fork. I did not have to buy any so that was a savings. We sat out behind Rick and Becky's RV and watched the show. They had a great show and we enjoyed it.
We had the 4th parade today also. We had a float entered in the contest. Kris helped decorate the float and also marched in the parade. WOW was he excited about that. He worked two days on the float and also helped decorate the club house.
I did the signs for the float...that was my contribution to the 4th parade. We had a fly over by two of the plane owners here in South Fork. It was very impressive parade for such a small town.
Today we will be kicking back and relaxing. Yesterday was such a full day we all decided that today would be spent sitting out on our patios doing absolutely nothing. We have gotten so good at doing that here...

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Here are a few of my finished watercolors

For some time my BIL and Sister have been requesting that I put some of my watercolors on my journal for them to see. So this morning I took time to get some pictures and put them on here.
Well our Internet is going and coming this morning so I need to download my post and get off.
Hope that everyone is doing well today...

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Not much going on today

There is a produce sale going on in Del Norte and I think we might be going there. Really not wanting to do anything today...it is just one of those days when you just want to kick back and do nothing.
I do need to clean out my hummingbird feeders. Like that will take a paragraph to describe. I will not bore any of you out there with that. I will let you know that the sun is up and shinning...the temps are coming up and we are excited to be alive...

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