well I guess this is it

Just to let everyone know I'm finally home in Houston- wow that was some kinda trip. I got home last wednesday and I'm still trying to relax. Lots to do here- and I plan on heading back to El Paso (where I'm setting up a semi-permanent place for my rv in the Messilla Valley). It's just beautiful there and only 15 minutes from El Paso- 15 Minutes from Las Cruses. I am also looking into possibly building a small RV park there among the Pecan groves, horse farms, cotton and alfafa fields. That would really be nice. We will see how that goes. Well thanks to those who bothered to read the blog-it was a different experience for me- but I truly enjoyed writting it so maybe I'll do it again on the next big trip-TC my friends - Fred

well I'm sorry I've been so quiet

I've been neglecting my blog lately and thought I'd do a quick update-I left LA on the 29Th of June and Drove to Blythe Ca. They have a really great KOA there on the Ca Az border which sits right on the Colorado River-very cool (actually very hot but sooo nice). Spent one night which the dogs loved because they actually have a dog park on a small island on the river- and boy did they like running and even did a little swimming in the river-lol. Then headed to Tucson where my friend got me a great on a suite that included a hookup for the RV. Man their pool must be close to 2000 sq feet. very nice. Then my friend Terrie came in from Phoenix for the 4Th of July weekend there. I had a perfect view of the cities fireworks from the balcony. I also played at the Desert Diamond Casino (out near the Tucson airport). Did poorly the first night dropped $40. no big deal. But I went back and signed up for their 4Th of July tournament- didn't do much better- finished 75Th out of 115- no money-but had a good time. I left for El Paso Monday afternoon and got here about 9pm- parked out in front of Wayne and Clara's place for one night and then came down and set up camp here at Sunland Park racetrack and Casino ($10 per night electric and water). It's just out in the parking lot but not too bad- just hot here-wooh. Tomorrow I'm going out to Wayne's Mom's ranch and see about fixing up a permanent spot for the RV so I don't have to haul it back and forth between Houston and El Paso. That's about it for now- no poker at this casino just slots- but I might go up to Ruidoso Inn of the Mountain Gods this weekend and see what they might have in the way of poker. TC-Fred

BJ's Big Day

Well BJ had his graduation yesterday and I was very pleased. He even recieved honors! It was a really nice day and I am very proud of him. The ceremony was nice and the guest speaker was the woman that does the voice for Bart Simpson-lol very interesting. Met Carl's mother and step-father, very nice people. We went out to dinner in downtown LA at Botega Louie's. Good food and not too expensive. All in all it was a great day- one to remember for the rest of my life.

Well today is BJ's big day

Looking forward to the graduation ceremony and him finishing school. I'm sure we will have a really nice evening and dinner. It's been real nice here in the LA area- weather has cooperated- truck got fixed, only a minor incident with my Mimosa yesterday (tks Chris-lol). It really is a special day. Unfortunatley my poker playing hasn't been the best but luckily I've only had time to play online with everyone here and all that's going on. TC-Fred

as the dawn breaks on day 46

What great weather- perfect night last night. did'nt even close all the windows and vents. Played some finally again last night finished 10th out of about 500-won points only on clubwpt.com. But it was nice to play well again-I've been in a bit of a slump lately. Had a little trouble with the truck (leaking power steering hose) only gonna cost about $500-ouch. Spent most of yesterday with my son BJ and looking forward to spending more time with him today as well as throughout the rest of my trip. The view from my desk here is spectacular- I didn't know the rv park was on the hillside overlooking the beach until I got here. But that's ok. Well more later TC Fred

Well I guess

the poker gods are still mad at me- played a live tournament this morning was all-in with AK off suit- got knocked out by jacks full- oh well keep trying. Man it is sooooo nice to have friends to visit in California- took a day trip up to Yosemite Natnl Park- it was awsome!! Getting to see both Yellowstone and Yosemite along with the Oregon coast and the drive down on Hwy 101-priceless. Having true friends to spend time with - even more priceless. Heading down south and get to visit San Luis Obispo next and then L.A. And I'm so jazzed about seeing my son BJ and Jenny and then Chris and his mom get in next friday- BJ's graduation is on the 27th - one word WOO HOO. lol thats 2 words I guess. well TC here are a couple of the pictures from Yosemite-Fred

Not sure if it's me or

if the poker gods are pissed- played twice at the local poker room here in Manteca ca today- did ok the first time and could'nt win with pocket aces and pocket kings tonight- good think I'm smart enough to limit how much I am willing to loose-lol. Oh well I'm going to try tomorrow at the 10a tournament- $800 guaranteed payout-I'll let you know-TC Fred