Jun 13, 2020 - Day 2 - Fun with Sister Sheri and our friend Kristi

Well shucks! I did not know I was doing this so no pics of our time Shoobs. In case you did not know shoobs stands for Sheri with big boobs. HA! What a delightful day. We toured downtown Fairhope and went through all the stores and had a great lunch at Bay Breeze cafe. Yummmmmmmmyyyyyyyy and somewhat inexpensive. Sheri got a cool sun hat and Lord know Kristi got her Fairhope shirt. Lots of thinking over that. Misty my love got herself a new tea brewer and the lady showed me how to amke tea cocktails in it. Come on with that! Sent the girls...

Jun 7, 2020 - Last Day in Athens

Sun., June 7th – It was our last day to spend with the Kelley’s where we made some treasured memories to tuck in my journal….Jean’s incredible hospitality, Steve’s great fishing trips with Jim, cruising the Tennessee River in the pontoon boat, and just hanging out with good friends. We wrapped it all up with dinner at the Joe Wheeler State Park Lodge.

Jun 6, 2020 - Helen Keller Home

Sat., June 6th – In the neighboring town of Tuscumbia, Alabama, is the birthplace of Helen Keller. Jean, Carla, and I began our day touring the quaint little home of this amazing lady. Then donned in our masks, we treated ourselves to a pedicure and manicure in the local “Lovely Nails” salon. The rest of the afternoon was spent shopping…something none of us have done for the past 3 months. It was a bit odd to find the virus resulted in having all the fitting rooms closed in the department stores. After another “over the top” dinner at the...

Jun 5, 2020 - The Tennessee River

Fri., June 5th – After waking at 5am to 2 hrs. of torrential downpours, Carla and I were able to get in a nice walk on their country road before hooking up the RVs and starting out for Athens. We met Jean (Bruce’s sister) and Jim at their condo on the Big Tennessee River. I have to call it the “Big” so it isn’t confused with our “Little T”. After Jean’s great BBQ dinner, we were on the river for a pontoon cruise across the mile wide span where Steve and Jim scouted out the spots they would fish in the morning.

Jun 4, 2020 - US Space and Rocket Center

Thur., June 4th - Did you know Huntsville, AL is known as the “Rocket City”? That's because this is where rockets were developed that put men on the moon. This morning we visited this attraction where we became familiar with Dr. Wernher von Braun and his team who were among the most notable founders of the US space program. For the NASA space enthusiast, this is the museum for you. After our tour, we ate at the local Gurley "EL Coyote" Mexican restaurant...the first time any of us had eaten out since early March when the Covid virus brought...

Jun 3, 2020 - Gurley, Alabama

Wed., June 3rd – We rolled across the McCoy Bridge at 8am today, leaving behind our log home that we just listed for sale. To add to our personal mix of happy/sad emotions, the nation is in a chaotic state of affairs with the Covid-19 pandemic running rampant and racial riots breaking out in every major city. Nevertheless, we plan to once again enjoy the beauty of God’s creation and focus on our many blessings. We arrived at the Ferguson’s Farm in Gurley, Alabama just after noon where met up with Bruce and Carla before heading to Robin’s...

Apr 28, 2020 - Red Bay, AL - Custom RV

Our trip from Troy to Red Bay, AL was 245 miles including another drink for the Mothership. Due to the pandemic traffic was a little lighter from Montgomery to Birmingham which is usually very crowded and even stop and go on occasion. This time there were no slow ups at all. The journey through Birmingham was its usual nerve racking 20-30 minutes, even with a little less traffic. We arrived at Custom RV a little before 2:00 p,m, and were set up for the night shortly thereafter - doesn't take long when you only hook up electricity! We went...

Apr 26, 2020 - Troy, AL - Deer Run RV Park

We got away at 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning and, after driving 333 miles in a little over six hours, we arrived at Deer Run RV Park a little north of Troy, AL. It was an easy drive on Interstate 10 west and US 231 north, giving the Mothership a drink at the I-10/US-231 intersection. Check in at the RV park was touch-less as you call the office when you get here and give them your payment info. They then escort you to your site and leave your receipt and park info behind your windshield wiper. Coming across the Florida panhandle we had managed...

Mar 28, 2020 - Lake Lurleen State Park, Alabama

2020-03-28. Sweet Home Alabama - Or...no cell, Internet, satellite! Hey, y'all! That's the greeting from all of the fellow campers at Lake Lurleen State Park outside of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. And, I should probably be saying in the same breath, "Roll, Tide" in homage to the University of Alabama whose main campus is located here. Mississippi's state parks are open and only the yellow tape preventing access to the beaches and playgrounds reflects the shadow of the Corona Virus. Otherwise, the office is open with friendly workers, and the...

Mar 13, 2020 - Dauphin Island, Alabama

2020-03-14.Dauphin Island, Alabama The last time we were here, Roadie was just a puppy, learning to frolic in the waves. This time, he's a big boy but still loves to run in the waves. Of course, he continues to pick up the biggest sticks he can find and pesters you until you throw it. The problem with that is that he also tries to chew the sticks, then drinks the salt water of Mobile Bay. The result was a very upset stomach and poo that was more sand than anything. Glad I shared? The Dauphin Island Campground is owned by the municipality...

Mar 11, 2020 - Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, ALabama

2020-03-11.Gulf Shores, Alabama This is the second time we have camped at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama. We were only able to get a spot for three nights and the park was absolutely booked. Most people had been there for several months, starting in December and leaving some time in April. As a result, everyone seemed to know everyone else and there was a lot of friendly conversation among the campers. There are many activities here including Turtle walks, learning to use a sextant, and bog hikes. The park is criss-crossed with all...

Mar 4, 2020 - Decatur, AL

We took US27 to State 18 to I-85 to US 280 to I-459 to I-20 to I-65 to US 31 into Decatur where we stayed at Point Mallard RV Park. This was a lovely RV Park inside their State Park, but privately run. One of those bucket list items was to visit NASA Space and Rocket Center and Space Camp in Huntsville, AL about 30 minutes from where were staying. We spent a great day visiting this center and learned that this is where all the rocket engine testing is done and where they monitor all the experiments going on in the Space Lab. Very...