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

What a great day

There is nothing like spending a day playing tourist with good friends in a great city like San Francisco. A whole lot of walking uphill- but the pain is sooooo worth it. And going and visiting othe rforends afterwards-Dwight- Rochelle and Dwight's daughter Veronica. It's late and my mind is clogged-woo hoo. Had some clam chowder with sourdough bread-fish and chips. What a perfect day. If you'vr never been to this city- you must put it on your bucket list. not much poker lately butb that's ok. Having too much fun with friends to care. And what a nice treat for Kenneth (Bill and Karen's oldest son to take care of the puppies and wal them so we could have a day in the city- TY Kenneth. And I think everyone should get some tickle me Elmo sweat pants-lol.

Wow what a nice day

Had a great day here in northern california. Got my truck washed-oil changed- went with Bill and we picked Karen up from work then went to lunch- at the Elephant Bar-not bad. Then I went with Bill while he golfed at French camp- I drove around in the golf cart-woo hoo. Then we watched the previous 2 episodes of mbreaking bad and the season finale-oh man what a cliff hanger-tomorrow A big day we're going to do San Francisco-looking forward to that-Tc Fred

Haven't played

anymore poker yet- but had a really busy day with the Bragg's. Kenneth and I modified my dinning room table in the RV to prvide more room to get by it when the slide is in (which the Manteca PD says I have to have it). Buch of RV haters- lol. Helped clear out their side yard so I have a place to let the dogs opff leash. Made BBQ ribs and potaoe salad for them for dinner-Yum. That's all for now -TC Fred

I got snookered

Well I'm not actually saying anyone cheated me- just that the people I was playing poker with last night at the Ranceria Casino- play together alot- and do a lot of table talking- just glad I limited myself to my $60 buy-in. Let's jsut say the movie Rounders with Matt Damon comes to mind. That's ok though had fun played about 2 1/2 hrs-looking for a different place tonight-TC Fred

fun day today

had a great day- went to breakfast w bill and karen- then bill and i took his little sports car for a drive through the mountains-just gorgeous (aqltamont pass) lots of wind generators (very cool). Going out to the casino tonight play a little poker. Wish me luck. Played a poker tournament last night 658 players finished 7th- no money though- but its the internet. .looking forward to tonight-TC Fred

oops

Well I didn't do too well in the tournament- but it was fun anyway. After I got knocked out early decided to hit the road and head south to Bill and Karen's here in Manteca. Made it about 1/2 way and pulled over and slept for a few hours- really glad I did because the 101 Hwy along the coast is hard enough during the day much less at night. Made it here to sunny dry Manteca after a fun trip along the coast and came back up over the Richmond bridge over S.F. bay. I have always loved this part of California. And I always feel so welcome here with the Braggs. I'm really tired to night but did finish 6th in an on-line tournament earlier (i think I get $5) not bad out of 658 players I don't think. Looking forward to going to the poker rooms here in Calif. Should be fun. TC-Fred

Here goes nothing

Lol about to head over to the casino- I'm camped out in their rv lot (no electricity though- that would be nice) the tournament starts in less than an hour and I don't want to be late. The weather has turned sunny and with a nice cool breeze- not bad at all. I went to see "trees of mystery" this morning but the fog and rain didnt make taking the tram worth it. I did buy Chris a Sequoia Sempervirens seedling though. He already has a couple of redwood seeds started I think but this is a seedling about 1o inches tall. Hope it survives the trip. I think he will be pleased. You know they are the world's tallest trees. Lol don't now where he'll plant it yet but not in his mom's backyard- the electrick company would not appreciate that-lol. More after the tourney-wish me luck-

Alrighty then

Finally found a casino with some poker action-woo hoo. It was a long drive from the campgrpunds but worth it. palyed about an hour and a 1/2 walked out ahead $440.00 in cash and $100 table play coupons for blackjack (i got the $100 in 4 $25 coupons for hitting 4- 7's) then today moved down here to the blue lake casino and signed up for tonights poker tournament-we'll see how I do tomorrow.Played the $25 coupons today lost $75 and walked away with $25 cash (thats for you Karen- you asked me to play for you so I did). Hoping to see Michelle otherwise will head further south tomorrow to the Stockton Manteca area. Looking forward to seeing Bill and Karen. And hoping to see my new friend John as well (he has a boat out here in Calif. near stockton). Would love a nice boat ride-TC Fred

Time to move on

Truly enjoyed the Oregon coast but now it's time to head south to Cali. hope to be on the road by 930a- and plan to stop near the redwood forest for at least 1 night. Ok made it to Klamath ca. staying at Kamp Klamath rv park right over the river. Went to a casino= the Cher-ae hight- poker room was locked up tight- so played some blackjack lost $80. The dealer told me there was another casino the Blue Moon just down the road 10 mins. So I tried that-more like 30mins- but the poker was open- took about an hour to get a seat- but walked out 1 1/2 hrs later $600 richer-God I love poker- woo hoo. Now I'm real tired and hope the weather gets better for tomorrow so i can see the redwoods for real-TC fred

I just can't leave yet

The weather and scenery here is so nice I just can't leave yet. I was very lucky to get an invitation from Clay (the park host) to let him take me around and show me some of the area this morning. Let me just say first- I did get to meet his wife MaryLou last night and she is just as nice as he is (very cute couple). And I must say if there is such an award as Park Host of the decade- Clay would win hands down. Thank you so much for the tour and just your nice company. Barely a cloud in the sky today- and the water is just so many colors of blue- it's mind boggling. Decided to stay another night- just needed more time to relax before hitting the highway to Calif. and the Redwoods (next stop). More great scenery and more photos-lol (I just can't help myself). Well back to relaxing for now - more to come-TC Fred

Well Newport is beautiful

and the wether has been quite pleasent. A little cool and rainny yesterday- but the sun is out and it's about 62 degrees today. Went to lunch with Donna, sorry Chuck had to go back to Florida for work- will miss seeing him. They have a real sweet setup at Pacific Shores Motorhome resort and a very nice rig. Nice people. Can't decide whether to saty 1 more day or to head to Calif. tomorrow. Clay the RV park Host invited me to do some sightseeing and I was hoping to take a drive and go see the Spuce Goose (the huge plane Howard Hughes built) it's not too far from here. I'm leaning towards staying one more day- lots to see here. Went to Lincoln to try and play some poker but they only had 2 tables palying (1-1/3 & 1-3/6). waited over an hour but it seemed noone was planning to leave anytime soon. Oh well I'll keep playing online for now but I am determined to give my money away at a live game soon-lol. It was worth the drive up the coast to the casino- got some great shots-TC Fred

WOW just plain WOW!

spent the last two days on the road first from Boise ID to just east of Prtland Or where the puppies and I spent the night at an Oregon state park on teh Columbia river in the Columbia River Gorge area- I have to say as beautiful as the Grand Canyon is - that drive was spectacular. I really think it's prettier than The Grand- but then it's very different. The state campground are really nice and not very exspensive- with full hookups. Just no internet access-aaaaaaaaa. lol how did we live before the internet and cell phones? Then an hour to Portland- very pretty city- I saw it a few years ago on my marathon train trip around the west. Didn't get to see Mt. Hood this time though- then it was acouple of hours to the Oregon coast where I am now in Newport Or. I did'nt know trees really grew this big- but then I still have to get to the Redwood forest on the way to California- woo hoo can't wait. I'm staying in the Marina RV park here right under the huge bridge with a view out to the ocean. Met the nicesat gentleman (he is the rv park host here) Clay Moore- really nice guy very informativee. I look forward to talking with him again (he's from N.M.) so has to be a good guy. Well I plan a couple of days here at least then on to see Bill and Karen's daughter Micelle then California-woo hoo. TC- Fred

wow day 23 on the road

Well I must say Yellowstone is worth the drive- but WARNING! give yourself plenty of time. I would reccomend 2 weeks to really see it all. If you you have a bike like Mark and Karen- I'd trailer it up and ride for days- but wait until July or August- man it gets cold there even in may-june. But no matter what it is worth the trip. Man they have a lot of buffalo! Ok well i'm playin poker and doin well-I think i'm in 7thy place 54 to go-woo hoo. The puppies really got their runs in today- let them loose on a side road and tiger came back covered in cow crap-lol at least it didnt smell- but he did get a bath as soon as we got hooked up here at Mountainview rv park in Boise. Busy place but clean and friendly. I was just goin to stop at a resttop but decided I needed water and electricity tonight. I'm heading for Newport Oregon- but Wayne and Clara have not sent me the info for Chuck and Donna there. I have not been able to get hold of them-hmmm. oh well just a couple of pics.- TC Fred