Family and Friends Along The Road

March 1 – March 14, 2015

Last time I shared what was happening with SIT, we were heading out of Florida and working our way across country heading home.

We spent a few days in Lake Charles Louisiana to wait out some storms. Our next holding pattern spot happened to be Palmetto State Park in Gonzales Texas. We stayed there a few days but were able to take advantage of the hiking trails throughout the park between the rainstorms and the cold temperatures.

There is an original building that was built by the CCC in 1935. It is quite the accomplishment and gets used today. The view from behind the building is of the San Marcos River which was pretty popular with locals.

Built in 1935

Concession Building Built by 74 CCC "Boys"

San Marcos River 

Our next destination for a few days was Tucson Arizona. We stopped there so we could visit family and friends. The RV Park we stayed at had hiking trails leaving from the park and going into the Saguaro National Park. We were able to take advantage!

 

We were able to see Steve’s Aunt Carol and Uncle Bill. We even talked Uncle Bill into playing golf with us. We were glad he did as we teamed up on the course and collectively didn’t do too badly. Regardless of how we played, we had a great time visiting with them.

 

Uncle Bill has Success

 

Steve Hoping He Misses the Water

Enjoying Aunt Carol and Uncle Bill's Company

 

I also finally got to play a round of golf with Jennifer. We have known each other for over thirty years and she started playing golf a couple of years ago. We were treated to great views, a beautiful and challenging course, and great company.

Jennie and Tory

 

Afterwards we spent time at her house and more friends that I worked with came over for dinner. It was fun and made it a mini-Malheur National Forest Reunion. Steve was our photographer since I haven't quite taught Izzy how to take pictures.

From Tucson we ventured to the Phoenix area. No sense stressing over driving long distances in one shot! We actually had ulterior motives for going here too, more family and friends to see.

We enjoyed catching up with more folks that I worked with on the forest and visiting with my cousins. We also got to see Jon and Janette again who just happened to come see us when we were hanging out close to the Grand Canyon in 2013!

 

Peggy, Nicole and Matt

 Overall, the time in the desert was much fun and it is always wonderful to see great friends and family. Next stop is Parker Arizona. I just have to try and catch Ol' Mole – you remember the one that got away with my rod and reel!