Our time in Delaware was nice, but we were all ready to head west, away from the cool coast and the densely populated areas.
Bob meets a crabBob made it to the Atlantic
After a quick stop in the DC area to re-provision (hello Costco!), we continued westward with a stop in Buchanan, VA. Our ultimate plan was to check out Roanoke, which is known for its bike trails. However, it is not known for RV parks. The closest we could find was Limestone Park Campground, 20 miles from Roanoke.
Nice site at Limestone ParkView from our bedroom
Limestone Park only has 14 sites and it was a quiet respite, until the cops showed up. Here’s a video of the arrest we took from our bedroom window.
Once the suspected domestic violence offender was hauled away, we had a very uneventful stay.
Besides hitting the local Planet Fitness we got the bikes out on the Roanoke River Greenway. The 30 mile trail runs through the city along the Roanoke River. The nice path through numerous parks and past popular landmarks allowed us to see a little of the city. We even had a picnic lunch along the trail.
At Black Dog SalvageIrises along the trailBridge crossing Beautiful pathPicnic lunch
The little town of Buchanan is known for its swinging bridge. The bridge dates back to 1851 and the original bridge was burned by the Confederates in 1864. Since the 1930s the bridge has been maintained by the city. And yes, it does swing (and bounce) as you walk across.
She enriched our lives for more than 17 years and today we said goodbye.
Our sweet Mia was a loyal companion and an adventurous girl. Right by my side after foot surgery, she was as happy on the couch as she was outside in the elements.
Always curled up right next to meSnow was no problem. She had cute jackets!
She hiked rugged trails, sailed the ocean, visited countless breweries, and even crossed the finish line of a marathon in Wyoming.
Hiking Bryce CanyonAtop a peak somewhereMaking her own way Relaxing on a catamaran in Key West with Nancy and TomWatching the trains in CheyenneColorado brewery/Dog parkAnother brewery with DadCelebrating the marathon finishAt the bar in Luckenbach TXHanging her sign at the signpost forest, Watson Lake, Yukon Territory
She loved visiting friends and family across the country and treasured the many, many toys she collected from our travels.
With Lydia and Nathan in NebraskaWith Brynn and Nellie in Kansas CityWith Uncle Sam in ColoradoWith the Shoemakers, including little Fletcher, in ColoradoWith Mom and Lauren in PrescottWith Kunio and Michelle in Tampa
Sweet girl, you filled the last 17 years with memories, and we will always carry you in our hearts. We will always love you. 😘
We’ve just finished our second month in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico at the Playa Bonita RV park while waiting for our condo to be renovated. What a month it’s been!
February was punctuated by visits from dear friends. First we had a great weekend with Michelle and Owen May. The four of us have spent a lot of time together in Puerto Peñasco over the years, so we searched for new experiences this time, in honor of Owen’s birthday. We hit at least four new restaurants, Jessy’s, Grapes & Barley, La Negrita, and Ole Mole.
First of several visits to JessysJessy’s peacockOle MoleLighted margaritas Mole!Salud!Sunset at Grapes & BarleyLunch at La Negrita
We played pickleball and visited Fernando at the Tequila Factory. Sunsets on the beach too!
Sunset on the beachSunset at Grapes & Barley
One Saturday we met up two of Steve’s former colleagues. Cheryl and Janie are so much fun! They even invited me to join them at Sip and Paint the next evening.
Cheryl, Steve, and Janie at Diego’s Tiki BarBudding artistsThe final product
We had a great visit with “The Toms,” our long-time friends and now Prescott neighbors. While we missed dear Nancy terribly, we honored her by visiting some of her favorite haunts and toasting her memory more than a few times.
The Toms at Grapes & BarleyMandatory stop at Manny’s
Dave and Peggy Armstrong, our fun neighbors from Prescott, made a quick trip down. So far they’ve visited us three times while we’ve been RVing: Montana, Alaska, and Mexico. Despite a cool and windy weekend we had a great time showing them our favorite places. They hadn’t been to Rocky Point for 40 years so there was a lot to show off and, they even got to meet our long-time friend Betty at Regina’s Mexican Cocina.
Candy Cake for Breakfast with the ArmstrongsDave meets Betty at Regina’s Peggy with Nancy VanPelt’s peace pole
In between visitors, we enjoyed time with new friends we met at the RV park, including one more session of Sip and Paint. Even Bob got in on some action that night!
Caren and BobBev, Caren, Karen with me and BobBob likes Karen from TN
One of the downsides of RV travel is making friends only to move on down the road. We’ll miss Ian, Bev & McDuff; Ken, Caren & Lulu; and Karen, Mike & Bo; and so many others we hung out with. Dinners out, sunset happy hours, and a lot of time standing around swapping stories!
Steve, Bev, and IanAt Jessy’s with the neighborsDinner with neighbors at Jessy’s Another gorgeous sunsetHappy hour with Ewa, Janus, and Michael on the beach
I’ll especially miss my “boyfriend” McDuff, the most fun poodle I’ve ever gotten to play with! Sorry, Bev, for destroying so many of McDuff’s toys!
McDuff and Ian on the beachMy boyfriend McDuff. Isn’t he cute?
From these photos, you’d think all we did was eat while we were in Puerto Peñasco. Well, that might have been true, but in the midst of all the fun, we spent time most days at the condo, following the renovation process.
While construction was to be done before we left, it wasn’t meant to be. When we departed the tile work and painting was mostly done and final details still needed to be taken care of. We are confident (fingers crossed) that it will be done and ready for renters by next weekend! Here are a few shots from the day we left.
Master bath sink without mirrorFinishing work in guest bath showerHallway tile is doneDeco in guest bath showerKitchen is in good shape
We had to hit the road. We’re currently headed east to Austin for 10 days of music, comedy, and learning at SXSW. If you aren’t familiar with one of the largest tech/music and more festivals on Earth, you can learn more here. We promise to post updates when we get there.
Marnie and Steve Travel 