tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14256721901942169922024-02-19T17:18:14.989-08:00Jim and Sharon's RV TravelsRetired,living the good life and enjoying new adventures, since September 2010.Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-72449773824352775542013-10-10T15:37:00.001-07:002013-10-10T15:37:23.180-07:00Marble Canyon to Phoenix, AZ<p>The evening and morning in Marble Canyon was very interesting. After some discussion with the campers beside us, we found out that they had been waiting around all in hopes of still being able to launch their boats and start their 23 day trip on the Colorado River through the Grande Canyon. Very frustrating as they had spent thousands of dollars on food, supplies, etc. Taken time off of work, school, university and travel many miles to get to the launch point at Lee’s ferry, Marble Canyon, AZ. We spent some time visiting with them and offered them some use of our facilities as they of course were limited. Talked extensively with a couple of the gals. A lot of they participants were tour group leaders for hiking, kayaking etc. and had brought some young people with them.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi315fRJjyDBnZGLYt7F90bVa6X8VeFB6jcXitbHyiYbvlGgV6I3oiRNdSUyMtcqgsq-ChtOTXy1_ZarY_FjnJZGlWFL31pU2sfdurZiTOB2NOAECsTNzZXgcv-AuLQvmakYUAPlnmi7LE/s1600-h/IMG_1238%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1238" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1238" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JEu8RrKV5Cs/Ulcr0JZ2KwI/AAAAAAAACnY/1OVJg1sCAGs/IMG_1238_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">Beautiful morning light on Vermillion Cliffs</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-169_AfpiSMA/Ulcr1xiNxOI/AAAAAAAACng/60Ucv0SYx8U/s1600-h/IMG_1242%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1242" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1242" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-EMneCyv5Gns/Ulcr2TJPNlI/AAAAAAAACnk/nU24Ek3LJWc/IMG_1242_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">Jan, one of the boaters</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHdEWREWK4YJI0_qJdxvvAiGsM8KeRq8Jp-_g6u92krGjfCBPI0vKlkD7pTkmLFBsiY_2jsRWUuf5h7AhTCNbfQWfR5-bZuhSd5k8BAb8q7LLoChLLagJ4ONJb7dvXRlPozoD5h_xdXs4/s1600-h/IMG_1245%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1245" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdROxZwUjJMyPy9H2gcd56sV6YICAfxRyt21xXt9INddNhMGhNZQtuw721CZZn4vlauCSmxl5jMhqFEygyBKpzvd9gsdhd2OPRalGzH_6_rq04d2URNKrgx8RlRf2EztpFb02-VJNqFcw/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="180"></a></p> <p align="center">All the boaters having breakfast </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBik5M96Db4Pb9vc8tRou5qqt0cuoDS_7d6Z7tPOEw_COVfktuR-s1XO_UOK1_G7OR-yCxlxAYI0ghbTpPahO5L-_-1Hb3EJNPij2AWwXr4qWd9-ljDYInsXOd3cbNx6GW5QFPgZcPKp8/s1600-h/IMG_1250%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1250" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk4xMDHRzrQujYRWDqeY1lTaBQHfIzubeBTfD5Yj8CKefwzIqj5DsayNHQgD0SrsuA6FcKhtQu24wBLj8HYqaiC0FW9HoMRElNnHyeQcePzUmJdWnMbhW9-beW1dmy6noZ-rY3ssFWRTE/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="157"></a></p> <p align="left">Breakfast finished and packed up, we are ready to hit the road! The drive today should be easy and short. Another beautiful, sunny day. Not wind and good roads. The road is still a 2 lane. Leaving Marble Canyon we crossed the Colorado River. Close to the point where the boaters launch.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hdpXzQn9zkM/Ulcr5aqE3SI/AAAAAAAACoQ/Bcz88s0fdXg/s1600-h/IMG_1256%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1256" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1256" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5yUEZYFa2Nc/Ulcr5yOGVJI/AAAAAAAACoY/iZ1KhJo_aW8/IMG_1256_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">Colorado River</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-gVq7C80sWFA/Ulcr6nHoKcI/AAAAAAAACog/h7ma3Jsltrg/s1600-h/IMG_1260%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1260" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC1stlTGcUh-pdZpwgh6FKyyOSQxOLRI2U5792cl2WU-i6Ax2PF4wYvGAq3of8pIoTLdonAlSFFxoIozYzmIz1FyM24Hylmh0EMsNu02TV6wwGNc1WRj4EjamTADS6HE2sWD-2BS5YZCY/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164"></a></p> <p align="center">Another view of the Vermillion Cliffs, the light has changed</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-FPiwdVqh6-Y/Ulcr7lzg54I/AAAAAAAACow/5v7Tb7gDuxQ/s1600-h/IMG_1265%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1265" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgekFo0r4gzbXAMzELyKd62D0ciNjvM9bA5SAw4xgJqZwpVJqxGEBCYnFXwB34lkSO1sTaLapFGiEdvbxOwYr6R78SFvX_TI4E5YuB09tfheAq_TXsA4P29iIDybtW3QVgvLZkV_9RoLgo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="158"></a></p> <p align="center">Travelling on down the road</p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-eSnpKUPKEPk/Ulcr9AtWBJI/AAAAAAAACpA/zTX1aUA_tuU/s1600-h/IMG_1270%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1270" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_1270" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ocqK2c8gGlA/Ulcr9iKG4zI/AAAAAAAACpI/HNWdP6tv254/IMG_1270_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165"></a></p> <p align="center">Roadside Merchants, just getting set up to sell their handmade jewellery, etc</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-xzwVEJQC6Bo/Ulcr-VsO0CI/AAAAAAAACpQ/PHJJQ9jBG7I/s1600-h/IMG_1272%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1272" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1272" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pvqCtrRNYw4/Ulcr-ybXAkI/AAAAAAAACpU/7WVyNgt5GPc/IMG_1272_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="169"></a></p> <p align="center">Little Colorado River (completely dry)</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-CyNHYQGeXHU/Ulcr_b1A0tI/AAAAAAAACpg/dVZTHh_0jEI/s1600-h/IMG_1277%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1277" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1277" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-CPAgt4ynnb4/Ulcr_xSEEOI/AAAAAAAACpo/QtkQ0P3SPDw/IMG_1277_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">More merchants setting up!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-qzagbzLZf4w/UlcsAp36WNI/AAAAAAAACpw/1cq4AKhq67A/s1600-h/IMG_1279%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1279" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1279" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iz68hmuHURQ/UlcsBBToCfI/AAAAAAAACp0/XO9SD2FP-XU/IMG_1279_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165"></a></p> <p align="center">The painted Desert!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-di1yIPcT6qc/UlcsBimUNeI/AAAAAAAACqA/uIBdRPiEd1A/s1600-h/IMG_1282%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1282" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1282" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-AHo0XEvMM_A/UlcsCLz3icI/AAAAAAAACqI/GVL891uNzuE/IMG_1282_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></p> <p align="center">Just a few miles north of Flagstaff is the highest Pt. in Arizona, 12,633 ft.</p> <p align="center">Humphrey’s Peak on the right.</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">As we travelled south on Hwy 89 and the closer we got to Flagstaff, AZ, the landscape changed once again from desert to forest and higher elevations. We did not drive right into Flagstaff (definitely looked like a mountain city) as the signs directed us to I-40 and then the off ramp to I-17. Back to 4 lanes and movin’ along. There is a long stretch of this highway that is all down grade and they warn you as you drive along where the next down grade is, what percentage and how long. Excellent highway! More pretty sights to see and hard to get pictures of as we are driving.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2w-saP8Yuqbc7jiWoOrr1kwEFPfY_xN22rlB9jhaGC3Z4GkAP0woF4J3umf624EUZkeJuVwIzcn21fvcX82PUlWP6Egr4XOt3rjrfNRdBG5l-XDnkKwwvagx2x7J0mBOGZtL4ZgmMmQ/s1600-h/IMG_1286%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1286" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1286" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9Zlh2mwyOlU/UlcsDUU7QwI/AAAAAAAACqY/hpyhy0bwKB4/IMG_1286_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center">The forest around Flagstaff!</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7m4w5MJIeys/UlcsD6Nzu5I/AAAAAAAACqg/j-EJRhK84Lw/s1600-h/IMG_1297%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1297" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1297" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CddCGDS6i9c/UlcsESTlDbI/AAAAAAAACqo/t6RXbhXkv1w/IMG_1297_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165"></a></p> <p align="center">View as we were coming down from the higher elevations</p> <p align="left">I didn’t take any pictures coming into Phoenix, another big city with huge overpasses, streets and vehicles. What can I say! Took the 101 Fwy around to Olive Ave, made a right, and another right on El Mirage Rd. and Voila, we arrived at Pueblo El Mirage. Signed in, got our info and one of the nice security fellows directed Jim to where he should drive and park the RV. By 3:30pm we were pretty well settled in and wasn’t long until we were enjoying the beautiful pool!</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LSqx_lpphaQ/UlcsFMt7UeI/AAAAAAAACqw/y8VLay7y6UE/s1600-h/PA020002%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="PA020002" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="PA020002" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-r6K5c3lubXI/UlcsFx7wtLI/AAAAAAAACq4/7hymCC8cjmw/PA020002_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="139"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgnXG8mRtu1oehkbVcsJElI0xKb2FmZxu6c47pfElcNGgCLshYKQZLxzcw1LwMprBSPBavLnGZyBnQDgbMmwI6n_xRDpNMCL2BenaluYNvhdigOat5a5K9iyUqL0WqcjJzlTObcEaWP0s/s1600-h/PA020005%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="PA020005" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="PA020005" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-I9pM_q0dSwQ/UlcsIeRrxzI/AAAAAAAACrI/1rzmLevLWjE/PA020005_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p align="center">Of course, we had to have dinner etc., but all that took second place to the pool! Have been waiting for this for months! Love it!</p> <p align="left">After great travel and busy day we were ready to call it a night fairly early, lots to explore, see and do in the next few months! Hope you enjoyed today’s entry! Good night, amigos!</p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-54835799787037327182013-10-09T08:26:00.002-07:002013-10-09T08:26:52.040-07:00Idaho Falls to Marble Canyon!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Tuesday morning and we were up and on the road again by 6:00 am. Of course, it was still dark but we have been through this area before and the road is smooth, straight and no hills. It starts to get daylight about 7:00. We are anxious to get down to Marble Canyon and from there it will only be about a 5 hour drive at our speeds. Quicker if you drive faster. Jim likes to watch the scenery too so drives around 50 to 55 mph. or 85 klm. We usually like to start with our coffee and drive for awhile and then stop for breakfast some where. Today it was a rest area. The drive was long, the scenery for the first part of the day, wide open spaces, low traffic and not much of significance. Driving through Salt Lake City was easy as it was around 11:00 am so no heavy traffic. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Not far south of Salt Lake City we took Hwy 28 on the left to Hwy 89. This road goes past Bryce Canyon and Zion Canyon to Page, Arizona or the North Rim of the Grande Canyon and Marble Canyon. It is quite a bit more interesting than the freeway. Our second time through here. Good road but is a two lane most of the way. There is a section that you take Hwy 70 which is 4 lane. After that 2 lane until you get to Flagstaff, Arizona. The road winds bit and some 40 mph corners but very easy going. Interesting sights!</span></div>
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A few interesting points to note about Butte, Montana. It was a very large city back in the day, over 140,000 residents. Recently, they have been doing some new services in the historical area and have found old bars, etc. under the streets from the prohibition days. It is also home to the beautiful sculpture of Our Lady of The Rockies. She is high on the mountain to the east of the city. Google to find out more if you are interested.</div>
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The sun was shining and we had a beautiful drive down the highway, kept going as the road was good and almost no traffic. Arrived at the Walmart in Idaho Falls and 9:00 pm. After a beer for Jim and a quick snack, we hit the sack, read our books for awhile and had a beautiful sleep. The Walmart in Idaho Falls is right next to the I-15 so easy access and lots of room to park for the night. So ends our time spent getting the RV repaired</div>
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Parked by the Gilboy's Towing and Truck Repair and settled in for the night. Went shopping at Walmart and rented a movie to keep us entertained for the evening. "The Killing Season" starring John Travollta and Robert De Niro. Quite good but rather gruesome. Not for young children. Very quiet where we parked and had a good rest once again. </div>
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<br />Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-19752685109713362422013-09-29T11:14:00.001-07:002013-09-29T11:22:24.580-07:00Day Two On the Road to Butte, Montana<div><br></div><div>"</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Arrived Helena last evening at 6:00 pm. Ate a tasting meal of chicken stew that had been cooking in the slow cooker all day, and then we found the Walmart to settle into for a quiet, comfortable sleep. There were several Albertans parked there along with us.<div>Sunday morning, up before the birds at 5:30 and on the road by 6:00 am. We were almost to Boulder when the low air light and signal came on so pulled into the Exxon and Jim checked for leaks, etc and of course found one. Managed to do a temporary fix on it so we were able to travel to Butte where we will have more options for repairs, help etc.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih30LaD5T1pm8WTYNfO0HjOsmf1Ayatw1SGeBe3hbTi2fOaqrHKMFu37X5I6NMT5z_RHgf9gSsseZddnxVS8r5NqV6o_VzSsDlCXap2-FtFHmyHCbMWK2h6gLblrgIxnqXdAS9so-2lMI/s640/blogger-image--1361521608.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih30LaD5T1pm8WTYNfO0HjOsmf1Ayatw1SGeBe3hbTi2fOaqrHKMFu37X5I6NMT5z_RHgf9gSsseZddnxVS8r5NqV6o_VzSsDlCXap2-FtFHmyHCbMWK2h6gLblrgIxnqXdAS9so-2lMI/s640/blogger-image--1361521608.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On the road just past Boulder! Sun is shining on the red stone.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In Butte, driving around to find a Auto Zone so Jim could buy tool that he needed, we found ourselves in Old Historic Butte. Very interesting old city. By the appearance of the old buildings it must have been very prosperous in the Day. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivh2PDQkeYcjj29Ar6RYMv_-6wENK_Njz5OHiC6adUZqZc3Xz2rdEkb7xa-PCn8wAPRdwdIvsNy3w1odFRmNF1AmIDfrflV59Q0qSDfTylTgQ0mjO0jtbnFOpvHbiaON9CXDPSsNpOb_o/s640/blogger-image--431734682.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivh2PDQkeYcjj29Ar6RYMv_-6wENK_Njz5OHiC6adUZqZc3Xz2rdEkb7xa-PCn8wAPRdwdIvsNy3w1odFRmNF1AmIDfrflV59Q0qSDfTylTgQ0mjO0jtbnFOpvHbiaON9CXDPSsNpOb_o/s640/blogger-image--431734682.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMe1VV7e7WWLOoJxS7LUH2PJURbIntMb0Kh_yy1b0uWMUpOw6KcGx1N7BTKNmXN2JIsiQ66ru_TNOtYcV475A6lPhYXxk4g6mDotcR6I5jgjuHhovNxP2YRiOhhV9xhpl6VTo8rgpgXoE/s640/blogger-image--1566624949.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMe1VV7e7WWLOoJxS7LUH2PJURbIntMb0Kh_yy1b0uWMUpOw6KcGx1N7BTKNmXN2JIsiQ66ru_TNOtYcV475A6lPhYXxk4g6mDotcR6I5jgjuHhovNxP2YRiOhhV9xhpl6VTo8rgpgXoE/s640/blogger-image--1566624949.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Lots of interesting places. Too bad the weather is rainy and windy, would have been fun to walk around and check some of the businesses etc. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdcRpHbEURuzdncRyE6DhnPsIyqylWz3ZtXTZMmJQJlb8FBKvehyphenhyphenNNLIEi3IdzsN1z-9mI3-EMBvdY9ALYXVceuJIc0ENF8vG6YFGTXqoPBdUSzO_SOStSWummOH9nH99FuLtLJQn5kBY/s640/blogger-image-303296338.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdcRpHbEURuzdncRyE6DhnPsIyqylWz3ZtXTZMmJQJlb8FBKvehyphenhyphenNNLIEi3IdzsN1z-9mI3-EMBvdY9ALYXVceuJIc0ENF8vG6YFGTXqoPBdUSzO_SOStSWummOH9nH99FuLtLJQn5kBY/s640/blogger-image-303296338.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Old mining equipment all around the old city.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX529Y6yE61nw2uaw9HkyeSWllRJRkh1wNOjPOYZS7o1ukHLZh9ZZrNBTGpa9mEH0VoYKOSqNhMpHgwWBI48nQIVKX2d1Y-F-zh2pmT4RBtlkCAwhlpE5Rg9Mlq3tU0DAVJlsGSHI2yN0/s640/blogger-image--1659971167.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX529Y6yE61nw2uaw9HkyeSWllRJRkh1wNOjPOYZS7o1ukHLZh9ZZrNBTGpa9mEH0VoYKOSqNhMpHgwWBI48nQIVKX2d1Y-F-zh2pmT4RBtlkCAwhlpE5Rg9Mlq3tU0DAVJlsGSHI2yN0/s640/blogger-image--1659971167.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Looking down into the city in the valley.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQRqZBt-mAYP0AOc_N1SBKP-pr2jCuQRY7smeVOzvMAu9F0KWBGyiKbwkSy5u6wFk9iM7H75iaVc3-Apz5YfZ3IrqPTdnGBUZzpk7FkVJOn1z_0guQaWq3iig4Uzvt3gXVM7yln3RSMQ/s640/blogger-image-605831937.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQRqZBt-mAYP0AOc_N1SBKP-pr2jCuQRY7smeVOzvMAu9F0KWBGyiKbwkSy5u6wFk9iM7H75iaVc3-Apz5YfZ3IrqPTdnGBUZzpk7FkVJOn1z_0guQaWq3iig4Uzvt3gXVM7yln3RSMQ/s640/blogger-image-605831937.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"> Another view as we drive down into the Main Street. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">It is now pouring rain and we are parked beside a 4B's Restaurant and Lucky Lil's Casino.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhj8yqBj1aLZNJ2tr0cE5s9pAYcbM9WIGFo86098JAv2hBBhAo03j4fINa3Tqma51FZlVevKzoyT7IU-cuexIhmb3wjA0VIOiO89TUeR5F05QpZghlGH9fesM2Sx2QT_a3W30bbF-vjo/s640/blogger-image--1443349136.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhj8yqBj1aLZNJ2tr0cE5s9pAYcbM9WIGFo86098JAv2hBBhAo03j4fINa3Tqma51FZlVevKzoyT7IU-cuexIhmb3wjA0VIOiO89TUeR5F05QpZghlGH9fesM2Sx2QT_a3W30bbF-vjo/s640/blogger-image--1443349136.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Jim has finally managed to get the air leak stopped and I believe we will carry on down the road even though it is raining and we were hoping to be through here buy now. Going to post this now.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Later..........when I have Wifi again. </div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div></div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div><br></div></div><br></div>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-89296325473187382672013-09-28T12:33:00.001-07:002013-09-28T12:33:02.909-07:00Day1 Sept. 28, 2013<div><br></div>Officially this is day one of our travels for 2013/2014 season south of the border. Left Red Deer early, 6:30 am and are at this time, just a half hour north of the Coutts/Sweet Grass crossing into Montana from Alberta. After this, I will be <div>shutting my Canadian phone off.<div>Southern Alberta is miles and miles of huge fields of crops or pasture and big beautiful blue skies. So stunning! Oh, oh, loose chips on the road. Got another one on the front window. Rats!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOstmA6-Esj6HUlmn_baCdRH2q0ZRhYjk-3BffjjwLF_Hb7aVAWR_oBGOJkYMaTbQ_QbEb6YBX0_lgK-FS1LrgBjbYq2LDqurFBQXx8UBw8EDYVrw_DyEPjjvbkYWH42ERsOckgu6CyEM/s640/blogger-image--2002463815.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOstmA6-Esj6HUlmn_baCdRH2q0ZRhYjk-3BffjjwLF_Hb7aVAWR_oBGOJkYMaTbQ_QbEb6YBX0_lgK-FS1LrgBjbYq2LDqurFBQXx8UBw8EDYVrw_DyEPjjvbkYWH42ERsOckgu6CyEM/s640/blogger-image--2002463815.jpg"></a></div>Good thing this is not a long stretch!</div><div>Now we have to follow a pilot car. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPw5OuhtEf78kTrbBXsWs1GfgZDcxuL0LKVOh_FZMds95Gg27OvgMabocC1CeQ4Ao296ZMk-qTXpNMZhx47jaOpsaR6RsUFFbn6YWeFVxlOIVnhMtc6S2elrAnBjMWBjCnxFNHQP9jfrs/s640/blogger-image-638705321.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPw5OuhtEf78kTrbBXsWs1GfgZDcxuL0LKVOh_FZMds95Gg27OvgMabocC1CeQ4Ao296ZMk-qTXpNMZhx47jaOpsaR6RsUFFbn6YWeFVxlOIVnhMtc6S2elrAnBjMWBjCnxFNHQP9jfrs/s640/blogger-image-638705321.jpg"></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We are planning to go as far as Great Falls today and cross the pass at Butte tomorrow. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Following the Pilot truck. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XBTyrPwqrLpTaS5sl76Zqi38wlohk_xjrYeMS4NJAm9bteb4UQKD_RNh_4oOBKJksIm7tfsID4R3JpBt34kmBhyphenhyphenDT0F-vxcPpp4WN1k8Z1NuJGVk32AWXI2MTOYasixWtu5x57gm4UE/s640/blogger-image--1349432533.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XBTyrPwqrLpTaS5sl76Zqi38wlohk_xjrYeMS4NJAm9bteb4UQKD_RNh_4oOBKJksIm7tfsID4R3JpBt34kmBhyphenhyphenDT0F-vxcPpp4WN1k8Z1NuJGVk32AWXI2MTOYasixWtu5x57gm4UE/s640/blogger-image--1349432533.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Sure wish I could use my iPhone in the US. First time I have done any blogging from my phone. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">We will soon be turning onto Highway 4 that becomes I-15 in Montana. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">39 klm to the border. Going to post this now. Hope to keep this up. Thanks for taking the time to read my blog!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSlVmKUC6Uv9cbbNBSIH1_P8kERJ5Rk-LTZTW8Kk36ORkqAhS4TSXcYcWKL4vMYdZnbBJ_4f4ueUgoKyr5tcmX28NyLppw4vQUC0sv5SGlROGmYwihmY9PplOXpGqHM5MaA1DiEgjErRw/s640/blogger-image--1407204205.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSlVmKUC6Uv9cbbNBSIH1_P8kERJ5Rk-LTZTW8Kk36ORkqAhS4TSXcYcWKL4vMYdZnbBJ_4f4ueUgoKyr5tcmX28NyLppw4vQUC0sv5SGlROGmYwihmY9PplOXpGqHM5MaA1DiEgjErRw/s640/blogger-image--1407204205.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Big skies of Alberta! Bye 4 now🚍</div></div></div></div>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-54719407471540880472013-02-21T12:07:00.001-08:002013-02-21T12:07:29.964-08:00Lo de Marcos Home and Garden Tour<p><font size="3">Friday, Jan 25, was decision day for us. Jim had been looking around at different RV Parks and Sites for the month of February. La Parota RV Park has mucho grass that tracks onto the patio and into the motorhome constantly. Makes for cleaning, cleaning and more cleaning. Do not like it. Also a few other things that we are not that happy with so as luck would have it he found a nice site in the next park over, Cruz Maria. I went with him and we talked to a couple of people and the manager. I guess we are moving on Monday. In the mean time we will be taking in the Home and Garden Tour. A tour of houses owned by Americans and Canadians that live here either 6 months or fulltime. This should be fun.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-2piFLC_B5GA/USZ7DfB-eSI/AAAAAAAABqg/vOQjn0Ov2eo/s1600-h/P1260001%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260001" border="0" alt="P1260001" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-j5e7pGLlcgA/USZ7Ef5g1QI/AAAAAAAABqo/dOkgkgILzi4/P1260001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-tNS99HbJxc0/USZ7GEHy1dI/AAAAAAAABq0/6YhADoYHDcI/s1600-h/P1260003%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260003" border="0" alt="P1260003" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ZzlxqIna2a4/USZ7G883bjI/AAAAAAAABq4/WN7yL4xm55A/P1260003_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Chandelier and view of the water from the first house. Beautiful!!! They have 2 bedrooms that they rent out. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTbN0iPIVBryEBZT9vGfAdkdoma3UgC4rDrgoRjyYle-AhHMYca59oBRepMGmDwtEdllyM7kO6RCO65jHKgPYX1lv6Xv1ln1fBib5nj68gIkcVZsl5Jjdi3A78bpyVrTNbIOiJsyCH0OE/s1600-h/P1260007%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260007" border="0" alt="P1260007" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-LcFLq7qnYZs/USZ7Jh4btDI/AAAAAAAABrM/uxRajIDQOrc/P1260007_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-LrBKr-nOn28/USZ7Lp7jLLI/AAAAAAAABrU/EJCiFafjwfQ/s1600-h/P1260008%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260008" border="0" alt="P1260008" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZEen4Y8Ollw/USZ7MW1YNRI/AAAAAAAABrc/q8T-32f3yec/P1260008_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OwDmBlevAWE/USZ7N9iNYuI/AAAAAAAABrk/cnHeirAk064/s1600-h/IMG_2042%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2042" border="0" alt="IMG_2042" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0_6rg-njLN8/USZ7OrP9-XI/AAAAAAAABrs/YrcjxbNjFes/IMG_2042_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1wzLYPaR2t8/USZ7P4-jXCI/AAAAAAAABr0/0grpmy3g1T4/s1600-h/IMG_2044%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2044" border="0" alt="IMG_2044" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj53RB5K8lyE2RQj0p8K7f68mUBsPfK4-UXJ71fJFJcUKGCcruf9nl9_ZHKgKRtqMqGF6DO7MgIC4YLb8MZyaP-xcUwSsJnrNZMoTjxbQwOgf62H79bRQSLvm6_HhYIrltCO9JKo_zGK1g/?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a> Kitchen, patio, barbeque and outdoor bathroom sink at second house! Loved the kitchen in this place. It was an up and down duplex. Mom and Dad have the main floor and son has the upper which he rents out most of the winter.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RVOS_iyhqEo/USZ7SVvnZpI/AAAAAAAABsE/Vxxh2Tk8SwI/s1600-h/P1260009%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260009" border="0" alt="P1260009" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-8ntur-_pv28/USZ7TNfRWaI/AAAAAAAABsM/KLIFwCNxLxY/P1260009_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-WKWkfqOApvM/USZ7Uqj2X8I/AAAAAAAABsU/6OiRimp2Rc8/s1600-h/P1260011%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260011" border="0" alt="P1260011" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wnV5ReCM9w4/USZ7VgkFWgI/AAAAAAAABsc/T1fkr7PS5Xg/P1260011_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ObPjJnjbTQA/USZ7XSZl_WI/AAAAAAAABsk/20qJa_IrFzE/s1600-h/P1260013%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260013" border="0" alt="P1260013" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-js8OCM-91ZQ/USZ7YNSkWxI/AAAAAAAABss/W2oHmtrrtq8/P1260013_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">House # 3 was only about 400 sq ft. in size, had a beautiful terraced garden and the rooftop is for guest sleeping. Mainly their son.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Q2gYCqLWhBA/USZ7ZyxAWSI/AAAAAAAABs0/Bf8IllynuFk/s1600-h/P1260017%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260017" border="0" alt="P1260017" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ExLwKYs2xbg/USZ7ammhMwI/AAAAAAAABs8/5GQ_hVqEthQ/P1260017_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1Kq_LO_QdEA/USZ7cxJkVWI/AAAAAAAABtE/jpd9Jc_kN-Q/s1600-h/P1260019%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260019" border="0" alt="P1260019" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-uh3jEbh8-24/USZ7dkIinWI/AAAAAAAABtM/COFW5fX9PiI/P1260019_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">House #4 built by an artist and her architect husband. Wonderful house and two Casitas for family when they visit. The owner’s will rent them short term when family is not around.</font></p> <p><font size="3">To get to #’s 5, 6, & 7 we had to catch a ride in a 4 wheel drive vehicle. Ours was in the back of a truck! Actually turned out to be the best ride as we had fresh air. Very hot going through the river and up the hills on dry, dusty roads.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jBF0rpApmrI/USZ7fKnC8TI/AAAAAAAABtU/VvQXBvkB-yU/s1600-h/P1260023%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260023" border="0" alt="P1260023" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-upgB-R6jvPc/USZ7gK2c4sI/AAAAAAAABtc/_KDs4Xg_0YY/P1260023_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> We were pleasantly surprised when we got to #5. Sweet little 800 sq. ft. Casa with outdoor bathroom and dipping pool at the end of the Palapa covered patio.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-PLXGD8JwkwI/USZ7i1HvnkI/AAAAAAAABtk/bSl3xtlWd5A/s1600-h/IMG_2047%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2047" border="0" alt="IMG_2047" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O26z6Bbungk/USZ7j3O4EtI/AAAAAAAABts/Th0yaglFJ_o/IMG_2047_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghNvg_j_vVZWLa4V_BKISN4xv1AqP7OmVVd7833NJVNlktbjXZbzEO-Hp-wXM5kl_M__DiPbJcLauW9_YXhnxa-6MMpHSWolhZkTJEQ6A8bJMUTbvBSBJ_MYdcmst-XW3gJ4OCKTAzGHo/s1600-h/IMG_2048%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; 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So cute and comfy!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-y-OCMCqs81k/USZ74PmsjoI/AAAAAAAABv0/wPqy0lzFT5E/s1600-h/IMG_2052%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2052" border="0" alt="IMG_2052" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-20IfAPujDFk/USZ74uoLYgI/AAAAAAAABv8/kdrxPTv_TOQ/IMG_2052_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_0ct4Khbrbg/USZ753rZBtI/AAAAAAAABwE/5_Vcik24if4/s1600-h/IMG_2053%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2053" border="0" alt="IMG_2053" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Sl7ZiCuhuWU/USZ76myzivI/AAAAAAAABwM/0oNzLDkqBXY/IMG_2053_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZUseZUuRtD4/USZ77nmDzQI/AAAAAAAABwU/huUYJXttg84/s1600-h/IMG_2054%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2054" border="0" alt="IMG_2054" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-QMyjJZLdBfU/USZ78RzDyOI/AAAAAAAABwc/HqkWhSE9Dwg/IMG_2054_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GAtcdM73EgY/USZ797nmUeI/AAAAAAAABwk/DMomKnYDOqA/s1600-h/IMG_2056%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2056" border="0" alt="IMG_2056" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-K9vTsB8TnUs/USZ7-jQyj3I/AAAAAAAABws/iUkIII16EU8/IMG_2056_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Vt3FN3-Sdw8/USZ8Aq76fyI/AAAAAAAABw0/ATb1rTQMh5o/s1600-h/IMG_2057%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2057" border="0" alt="IMG_2057" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-9jFoZURdfL0/USZ8BTYW5bI/AAAAAAAABw8/YE_7P2IaPLQ/IMG_2057_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNIPwa_TiCohNDKwgwQRWPeUfb5FONeFo03oyP4ksTQzQILUkWZmBed3D5e6scqutfuNTm9b8rmBX4YIO8G_1QWc4yThfcy6BdnveRY7ssl3rXGff0QkqbJ0kDEwAoDgixxllzx-77Om4/s1600-h/IMG_2060%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2060" border="0" alt="IMG_2060" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-R05D304hkFU/USZ8EGj0UUI/AAAAAAAABxM/h14Mkweh7-g/IMG_2060_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-lJbzmCpgS3c/USZ8FMMpLJI/AAAAAAAABxU/mqRUR5pfDcA/s1600-h/IMG_2061%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2061" border="0" alt="IMG_2061" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5EeTB0LpyEk/USZ8F76rhBI/AAAAAAAABxc/da3dtdZNxFM/IMG_2061_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><font size="3"> This couple farm the land and live here most of the year. Only leave in the rainy season as it is impossible to commute to town down the dirt roads that time. This was my size of Casa!</font></p> <p><font size="3">#6 was another wonderful surprise. Amazing construction, built with curved walls. The Casa is for sale and rented out at the moment. The kitchen, living room and master bedroom all have fantastic views of the ocean through amazing windows. 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What a view! This one is owned by a couple from Alaska and is about 5 years old. Way up on the hill overlooking Lo de Marcos.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-y281RRgZEWM/USZ-AujSgDI/AAAAAAAAB18/lFCkFvpIMzY/s1600-h/IMG_2070%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2070" border="0" alt="IMG_2070" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-t8NTNDh0a44/USZ-BYWo6tI/AAAAAAAAB2E/M6N9L4yO7p8/IMG_2070_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5fH4sv-Lktw/USZ-Cbz4YlI/AAAAAAAAB2M/DD4WfppDINY/s1600-h/IMG_2072%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2072" border="0" alt="IMG_2072" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1QU3dqrVthQ/USZ-DPHdQKI/AAAAAAAAB2U/Zsmvx6noFck/IMG_2072_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-oFnC2wIrwFQ/USZ-EGxt2wI/AAAAAAAAB2c/LOwQ4mc4m14/s1600-h/IMG_2075%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2075" border="0" alt="IMG_2075" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-kdTmay9KLYk/USZ-E0bhwRI/AAAAAAAAB2k/vFNO_qkCDfM/IMG_2075_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ndjfcWbr1zo/USZ-Gdm8loI/AAAAAAAAB2s/eyzsC0Qs3Fs/s1600-h/P1260052%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260052" border="0" alt="P1260052" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-hYcGH_csFpg/USZ-G-B8O8I/AAAAAAAAB20/BCnNey_pw6c/P1260052_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-prPO8KdnTkQ/USZ-ILTKc-I/AAAAAAAAB28/-HKtO5H6Txw/s1600-h/P1260055%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260055" border="0" alt="P1260055" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKTSUU8IZwrKIIhyphenhyphenHTUm9duH6RXahi41nPcFKJ6xDa_83mcAYbr2TF06BlbhNCkJ-5lDnRVQF-hNlABNrlAWJgjJpDAzjer62JVj4E_KNXQbod0VaU_VuNcgdZK1k_rfraovQbadnrC38/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font><font size="3"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jGKk0VWFxzs/USZ-KF2E48I/AAAAAAAAB3M/F-CtpZ8J6qI/s1600-h/P1260057%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260057" border="0" alt="P1260057" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nu6C7nJNkW8/USZ-K5CGiMI/AAAAAAAAB3U/7-93STCqQ7Y/P1260057_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw_GfDJTJEZsETUnW9mPhBijXt98zrecgGDYDEBk0kQPdAk6VopX4jG4wFGFubmZnkz8gJGKoLrmEiYdodV9K1BRgCbZMT6rSmUVNCNXNKpRfB-p07NlVdhBK8vhCzaEpqScEjhqxnARY/s1600-h/P1260060%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260060" border="0" alt="P1260060" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-xP3cwMjDqjU/USZ-M3rl8tI/AAAAAAAAB3k/jDJouTGcSW4/P1260060_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> This couple also live here most of the time, leaving to visit family, etc. when it is too hot and rainy. Well, by the time we got back down the hill, we were ready for a cool one and a bit of down time.</font></p> <p><font size="3">We invited our neighbours to come with us to the Beach restaurant for dinner.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-onSB_4VxyBM/USZ-ObZToWI/AAAAAAAAB3s/oMTKEHqzVGI/s1600-h/P1260071%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260071" border="0" alt="P1260071" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirE7wFBjVdHGczU6OJ70akBsgvtAyJulP6JBRvDXsuvyGk5olzLs4kM2U0Z4K-68MrwJJEHbsU3QqKyve1bi8i6CmwSPANL_kFCYOdYozv-p_7aQHXiRe_YFqfj9kvn-F7HnbsVx1K7ao/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-A6J_94PlXXw/USZ-QeXSVYI/AAAAAAAAB38/2WiFF6XtW3Q/s1600-h/P1260072%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260072" border="0" alt="P1260072" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rN1p86NakmY/USZ-SHz-2oI/AAAAAAAAB4E/pZes-XO1TQA/P1260072_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FUt9wVEvLzI/USZ-VPVIg8I/AAAAAAAAB4M/kSL6CO3ydMQ/s1600-h/P1260073%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260073" border="0" alt="P1260073" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-CtXKFGE9Uo0/USZ-V0bTl7I/AAAAAAAAB4U/KlhCqehU050/P1260073_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhdjX_ACfgUgiAKnOPCRcu7q3NuhDfvLkFn1-jHoG8NnS1GWvEP4IXhmXmpYst3mIEXiDxCB9jbBLHZ9B4_kxmeM9MfHmNFDgY5fhFO-DCkQfbH3rnJORnNlTSWQSPA_3LG-Dk0M4HaMI/s1600-h/P1260077%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260077" border="0" alt="P1260077" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-a9CV8lushTw/USZ-alAbYXI/AAAAAAAAB4k/nvwUIxNnOQI/P1260077_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="189"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-32UJ5ookfHw/USZ-cOIcMzI/AAAAAAAAB4s/B1K08c-_4IU/s1600-h/P1260078%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260078" border="0" alt="P1260078" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Hk4ne0kesbU/USZ-c44GN8I/AAAAAAAAB40/pH3oYxe4X8E/P1260078_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="189"></a> <font size="3">The meal was great. Two large mahi, mahi fish and the usual rice, salad and tortillas. The view and company completed the scenario! Thanks for taking the time to view this entry.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-nREgJHEeWKA/USZ-ezmgqAI/AAAAAAAAB48/aRDkElqkS4M/s1600-h/P1260075%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1260075" border="0" alt="P1260075" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-p7yLzVQu5C4/USZ-f-RYJDI/AAAAAAAAB5E/ecJWKeiHckc/P1260075_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><font size="3"> </font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-51603369388582762112013-02-21T10:30:00.001-08:002013-02-21T10:30:21.919-08:00Lo de Marcos, MX Week 2<p><font size="3">I can’t believe I didn’t post this before. Anyway, here it is. Week 2.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Monday morning we were up early to get ready for our trip into Puerto Vallarta to the airport. A beautiful, sunny day and so glad as this is what Ken and Rhonda are looking forward to. Coming from the west coast of Canada where at this time of year it can be very dreary. On our way in we stopped at our favourite Scotiabank for more pesos. We haven’t had to buy a lot of groceries at the Mega as I came well prepared and still have meat in our freezer. We unfortunately missed the proper turn for the parking at the airport so had to turn around and then again missed the off ramp so ended up parking on the lateral road by a Mexican Taco Pub. It was just across the main highway from the airport and there was an overhead walkway so easy to access. We were about an hour early so Jim had a beer at the pub and then we walked across to the terminal to wait for their arrival. They were a bit early so soon we were on our way back to Lo de Marcos. Stopped again at the bank so Ken could get more pesos. </font></p> <p><font size="3">Our first stop when we got back to Lo de Marcos was at the Tlaquepaque Resort so they could look at rooms and get prices, then we checked out a few other places so they knew what their options were regarding places to stay. Rhonda made the final choice and they booked into the resort in a regular hotel style room. Clean and just what they needed for the 6 nights. $280.00 US for the week. Not bad considering there are 2 pools and a restaurant. Our first meal together was at Arcelias ”Palapa” Restaurant.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BjGCp3nHlvg/UQ5jCCLDlfI/AAAAAAAAA0s/iwV3yWhsjxk/s1600-h/P10700433.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070043" border="0" alt="P1070043" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Nrsx0ytFF38/UQ5jDOyDFMI/AAAAAAAAA00/MO4d1TH8qVw/P1070043_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Kig5rsn77us/UQ5jEVTSVPI/AAAAAAAAA08/0s3NFVVx-Ks/s1600-h/P10700447.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070044" border="0" alt="P1070044" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-AvX03Di4L_s/UQ5jFOsrNBI/AAAAAAAAA1E/A0Sb9Nt3ECE/P1070044_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="177"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-A-jnXfvQc2s/UQ5jGXZfIHI/AAAAAAAAA1M/MwQ5oUWEoI4/s1600-h/P10700463.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070046" border="0" alt="P1070046" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XqYGTiqH6Xo/UQ5jGycIjeI/AAAAAAAAA1U/1dzt89VPQPU/P1070046_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-6L0dkSrX-yQ/UQ5jIVBSASI/AAAAAAAAA1c/cnXYI6fBTos/s1600-h/P10700473.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070047" border="0" alt="P1070047" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Pcg7BdjmbEs/UQ5jJzprN6I/AAAAAAAAA1k/POIZZe94u4s/P1070047_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="176"></a> Delicious food and great atmosphere. Rhonda and I had Mahi, Mahi with rice and a salad. The guys had a stuffed veggie and Tortilla soup. A short visit at the RV and then to bed. Big day tomorrow. Going on a trip to Sayulita, surfing village down the road.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qo_4VOLaSAA/UQ5jK_M0hvI/AAAAAAAAA1s/rlxzNjvArHg/s1600-h/IMG_18633.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1863" border="0" alt="IMG_1863" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz7R_0ImgNdRysVUzfIv64YUG4I6kOaLLh-tv9kShI2OU539t_PtQmy5rSGamkGXjYhYFqguKn2pHTy9uvlZ0jvlrYRDezdcMUWe1ScCWS3voLR-KTIuyUoeV_dJPapL9nQQxWZ8XqMac/?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-000qxzpqq6Y/UQ5jM0EDdLI/AAAAAAAAA18/14Mugh0v2eg/s1600-h/IMG_18643.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1864" border="0" alt="IMG_1864" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--WqQGoFdUcc/UQ5jOsqOKhI/AAAAAAAAA2E/FYNMgQNfmnQ/IMG_1864_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SYhuGcPLVN4/UQ5jP9qLGrI/AAAAAAAAA2M/CZG254mN5_4/s1600-h/IMG_18653.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1865" border="0" alt="IMG_1865" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RhRAXWqcGpE/UQ5jRZXUTyI/AAAAAAAAA2U/UTK6OOWyYDE/IMG_1865_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LEkxRRBvmWo/UQ5jSiQsZdI/AAAAAAAAA2c/uuZrjjPO8WU/s1600-h/IMG_18663.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1866" border="0" alt="IMG_1866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR7NMXiO7b3ESN4OJJpBvq4juI7Hxs8_oP1A3m4mMcVeiJdXFQGyOhqSdjSnRGLp8gM5Mljc3UVWzkWQcHTKRxGxOQhuMGnYdphO4UXAGnK2hd5-NMgwUYzT03cRyGMcdcqfcZaIgmAxM/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-377IGIWLg9M/UQ5jVovnvYI/AAAAAAAAA2s/MaxW-wtC2AM/s1600-h/IMG_18673.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1867" border="0" alt="IMG_1867" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CGqvGM9FPrk/UQ5jXcFSY2I/AAAAAAAAA20/DY0_c088_bU/IMG_1867_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_njeUhkXS1jtAVzV74WC0lCKeOfLu-QrwVKyd_oQHNZ5r0lj35ZfAeIq8OzzhCVrzTFeHC2eMuYWxEesVtvfjz0XaREIc6Bamuyd2v1MUWEXiLLG7kKovhY-dWfV-T5mVEHgNAOS-vH8/s1600-h/IMG_18693.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1869" border="0" alt="IMG_1869" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wbWRltCbxKQ/UQ5jZHGg4wI/AAAAAAAAA3E/V0Qm5m_Z41c/IMG_1869_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YRZ1AmoDUu4/UQ5jbcqIr8I/AAAAAAAAA3M/oP_kGJMyGqA/s1600-h/IMG_18703.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1870" border="0" alt="IMG_1870" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIo7F6WInrDWlLSyF7d55EmeP9DSRKYdHHs43MlUo0oBFyMkTtt4-LjbkTX4eKGzKHyyuZPGzWsBnedZEieeh-QcyHx-MA1VXN3JJP5CUyNC5zVtYUY_qA6SXx7DyRG12oSgdBQ9t9CSo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0WfSq5E9KD8/UQ5jdKpT2ZI/AAAAAAAAA3c/mn8c_uGqn0I/s1600-h/IMG_18763.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1876" border="0" alt="IMG_1876" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NiZGuwPWI30/UQ5jduavOVI/AAAAAAAAA3k/nEUu0uzvFLo/IMG_1876_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><font size="3"> When we arrived at Sayulita we were hungry so lunch was first on our list. Cute little three storey restaurant and delicious food. There is no shortage of places to eat, prices are reasonable and we love it.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Now, let’s check this beach out!!!<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3L7vnHU4_HE/UQ5jfK9P5NI/AAAAAAAAA3s/EC020F4TZPQ/s1600-h/P10900183.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090018" border="0" alt="P1090018" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PQo1E694oBw/UQ5jf-DtqeI/AAAAAAAAA30/OPlIPzuekW4/P1090018_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Beautiful beach with lots of big waves for the surfers. <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4zTU2zXN7B8/UQ5jhtB4yGI/AAAAAAAAA38/Z6Q3ulmb1G8/s1600-h/P10900193.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090019" border="0" alt="P1090019" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VKaVj7ohvGc/UQ5jibFIOkI/AAAAAAAAA4E/aZGyfejiECU/P1090019_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-mFIDmXHmmls/UQ5jjtZvIuI/AAAAAAAAA4M/0buZWe6eHrE/s1600-h/P10900203.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090020" border="0" alt="P1090020" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KcSZLbP6_2A/UQ5jkU4IleI/AAAAAAAAA4U/s8qwrhBL4uc/P1090020_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Spent the afternoon checking out the beach and the shopping. Nice place to go and enjoy the sun!! Lots of sun bathers as well.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jdSKJaYKEbM/UQ5jlzJp3wI/AAAAAAAAA4c/PQENaG8Dw3Y/s1600-h/P10900073.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090007" border="0" alt="P1090007" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG0-0T-iT684Jpgw-eKF7gQEg852pyJKIP1Rj4jcR_cDC8GOoMkkGVVftHq3JoNrJ8jOyl6jxY-wH6HOP5q-n7ebWq5inCZnxp4p2PCqNMNh67Jlp0IlOJa5Ty4Z9P5YYFp4Rv7LTcjQI/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOkTQ6kPdPMTUQ49PO2yGD7eNJ1HaPy32Xf2-MewaEYsyvui0AHvX6Kxo9tHITB3D9mdW6sj8owmCYhsGWE6rM7MsugQYtH-2LzgFzdNAkdNF-IHYEJJApIViHqScM4mZYTKoWOGLYC0/s1600-h/P10900123.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090012" border="0" alt="P1090012" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ewJtcFfnX-Y/UQ5joV_0-aI/AAAAAAAAA40/ccn7EE_ElXU/P1090012_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cROHbFW2Hq8/UQ5jpp6fIzI/AAAAAAAAA48/imJrKoNsbDk/s1600-h/P10900133.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090013" border="0" alt="P1090013" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oN16a0rkvug/UQ5jqH7y6pI/AAAAAAAAA5E/DZLExx_QiYY/P1090013_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> By the time we finished walking about and got back to the RV it was time to rest up and get cooking supper. We ate at the RV and then went to a Birthday Party for the Yoga gal, Gail, at their site next to the beach. Good music and food to share.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-beJBOZ23GCk/UQ5jrzNanhI/AAAAAAAAA5M/YM5Ye9bH9_g/s1600-h/P10800013.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080001" border="0" alt="P1080001" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XlFhGKqZYM4/UQ5js_Mz65I/AAAAAAAAA5U/YSQ5M5-imYI/P1080001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GVEKgYjm2Go/UQ5juS-bTVI/AAAAAAAAA5c/szjmZOfLXwo/s1600-h/P10800043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080004" border="0" alt="P1080004" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ae_eTUvGcfE/UQ5jvMKYLFI/AAAAAAAAA5k/v9Qf3rnQsAU/P1080004_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-vjkc9XTIc7s/UQ5jwgcaU7I/AAAAAAAAA5s/9qz-UW5QG9s/s1600-h/P10800053.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080005" border="0" alt="P1080005" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uZlZ3xdvuo0/UQ5jxcvkPrI/AAAAAAAAA50/bD6l8h7cf1A/P1080005_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-U1JGHny9d1A/UQ5jyc1QLUI/AAAAAAAAA58/GaGllzcoBSk/s1600-h/P10800113.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080011" border="0" alt="P1080011" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-BRU17itblyA/UQ5jzGUkFsI/AAAAAAAAA6E/ZkqPVO86JI4/P1080011_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> That was Tuesday. </font></p> <p><font size="3">On Wednesday we had a quieter day and Jim set things up so we could have a movie outside. Pretty good turn out but the movie was crap. A guy in the park had loaned it to us. </font></p> <p><font size="3">Thursday, off to La Penita to the street market. 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border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100026" border="0" alt="P1100026" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-l6gggQqQYxw/UQ5kJ3fXbsI/AAAAAAAAA8U/J5hU8LrKiQk/P1100026_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--wXP-CkIJ9g/UQ5kLzLZqkI/AAAAAAAAA8c/JbwxBJFpDq0/s1600-h/P11000313.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100031" border="0" alt="P1100031" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-kgpslD4ebFU/UQ5kMnMvBAI/AAAAAAAAA8k/yPOsH6086ss/P1100031_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="176"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8gZ-QXui2txQTXufD68P-IzF3wUWXDIcKgPzZ9eBH_P-byI4CWrtSZBSw6LRHXyAY7UwKt0j8bNjA9dZ3pp9r_9FgE9KLAo74IYn8mu1tDYVcE27WWVzyv2WEgk1pEkQLQOgNjZQ1uDQ/s1600-h/P11000323.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100032" border="0" alt="P1100032" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-9DMgWFBfnJY/UQ5kPYaiSjI/AAAAAAAAA80/SUceHstvxUI/P1100032_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">The country roads are all dirt, narrow, winding, rough, full of potholes and the scenery is so beautiful!</font></p> <p><font size="3">When we got to La Penita, we had breakfast in a restaurant on main street! Excellent omelettes, Mexican style. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zFIcBWBQBq4/UQ5kRdJJ0SI/AAAAAAAAA88/zE5MZ2R3cGA/s1600-h/P11000407.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100040" border="0" alt="P1100040" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6X9o_d9ihyM/UQ5kSFWAXXI/AAAAAAAAA9E/9zV-I1ObzvY/P1100040_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4II3NMXxu3E/UQ5kT-sy5HI/AAAAAAAAA9M/He0uqm9-JUU/s1600-h/P11000417.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100041" border="0" alt="P1100041" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-qnGjrwTqErA/UQ5kUpQsN5I/AAAAAAAAA9U/SofBwI8avWQ/P1100041_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Breakfast entertainment. Jim took a hat collection for the band.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Off to the market and check the beach.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hc4WuT43IG8/UQ5kWBxpccI/AAAAAAAAA9c/RErzU10EnHo/s1600-h/IMG_18807.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1880" border="0" alt="IMG_1880" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xWZzpqHVvRs/UQ5kW5oq5GI/AAAAAAAAA9k/XDQItdTFFqg/IMG_1880_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyLzXe-YS9NX2n1d1zUcFfWPSClQljttbHFcEsjUd8G6N1m8P-Qfe2hYUD_FhmUNykWVgh85IF9wlDH9xkaSz9ZilKNDwHei4GgXe98c2S30eRp3RqbTmjnDcsIofEWsVi_OpyUM39wV4/s1600-h/P11000433.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100043" border="0" alt="P1100043" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBVfJrlVymW9uWFgH-rVTdft746DWAxsP0EXSxCgCovK2SQmDMRLCcdJsXZ5_XyXHXIAxbk-qvaxFpLvWfqI05GzRkhMQbS9Wo0cGIGJfPNKG_YUYf6WobITLsZn_Rgql9EmAhI2EFpM8/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jO_DxzryJEs/UQ5ka7hqlGI/AAAAAAAAA98/wr2iSdYwiBc/s1600-h/P11000453.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100045" border="0" alt="P1100045" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-UXeM7CRjEyg/UQ5kb6r_1II/AAAAAAAAA-E/YocHfwwVPMA/P1100045_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Street repairs on the way to the beach. All the beaches along this coast are very beautiful!!<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wg4mSMquEFI/UQ5kdKbXIiI/AAAAAAAAA-M/XdubnAbroYE/s1600-h/P11000463.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100046" border="0" alt="P1100046" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-w8_FqUhKQSU/UQ5keFuzTtI/AAAAAAAAA-U/3rower-CGug/P1100046_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-38sAMVyvqLE/UQ5kfrfXL8I/AAAAAAAAA-c/UgjKy2FyszM/s1600-h/P11000473.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100047" border="0" alt="P1100047" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-usp7QyNiOxo/UQ5kgMmSxqI/AAAAAAAAA-k/r_IUYmyO_aw/P1100047_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-o0GslIsdyvo/UQ5khv00oGI/AAAAAAAAA-s/mivj3nI7lI8/s1600-h/P11000563.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100056" border="0" alt="P1100056" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-219WLg7Kk1o/UQ5kiXQWIVI/AAAAAAAAA-0/2qkvKu2WcQg/P1100056_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LjDdCOH2qxM/UQ5kkRqagMI/AAAAAAAAA-8/n4Ismhuc6kQ/s1600-h/P11000573.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100057" border="0" alt="P1100057" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-aBVks4tMxiE/UQ5klSsaXnI/AAAAAAAAA_E/jC89Qv8P1VA/P1100057_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> On our way home we drove into the village of Rincon Guayabitas to see if Ken could locate the home of a lady they know of. No luck but was fun seeing another village and beach.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-u0UJLEZD-SU/UQ5kmzRLokI/AAAAAAAAA_M/QSVzKED7k0c/s1600-h/P11000583.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100058" border="0" alt="P1100058" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ntrd3YFtL_U/UQ5knr6H8DI/AAAAAAAAA_U/wRXDaiVNmIo/P1100058_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Gnbt5h3EnLE/UQ5ko0czaBI/AAAAAAAAA_c/zlF3lrzO8Bc/s1600-h/P11000613.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100061" border="0" alt="P1100061" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Z_odluvgtUw/UQ5kpuB2HGI/AAAAAAAAA_k/kJc3-s-eVRw/P1100061_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Whew, another busy day. Home to dinner at the RV.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-V1BQI4h97fk/UQ5krZdVufI/AAAAAAAAA_s/Puh7o_6Wzbg/s1600-h/P11000623.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100062" border="0" alt="P1100062" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XrnAfvl99CE/UQ5kr-J-TGI/AAAAAAAAA_0/ESCWr4MkY5Y/P1100062_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Visiting and close of another day.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Friday, a much needed beach day! We have been too busy to enjoy all we have here.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bnMQRt4P7Kc/UQ5ktTxS5MI/AAAAAAAAA_8/pVcqGAgPs6A/s1600-h/IMG_18853.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1885" border="0" alt="IMG_1885" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rDjGoNOaDGM/UQ5kt-gWf5I/AAAAAAAABAE/0Hli0a288a8/IMG_1885_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LhRB7dXywYU/UQ5kvb_HEdI/AAAAAAAABAM/BqXl6Tfbnlc/s1600-h/P11100063.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110006" border="0" alt="P1110006" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-h6X1oi_pKLo/UQ5kwc2SQzI/AAAAAAAABAU/YSC_9r35kfM/P1110006_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnDP0X18GYN__pwp2U5A87YLWQA_lZ6BKiNgq3TXFP_o3E7Us1WDE8Rc4218jmzQ6yWJqh_A3E_fAjlAvt-BcyE6U79sU3pIUl7D3PL_pRIGlu43jxdrX_8kUo1qRfAIesfchXbGqmzI/s1600-h/P11100133.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110013" border="0" alt="P1110013" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-8Onhdg7wP3M/UQ5kyF4neGI/AAAAAAAABAk/2vT8HlVaZ5Y/P1110013_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cj549Nz7dq8/UQ5kzirb5SI/AAAAAAAABAs/kC0CT2HvwWM/s1600-h/P11100143.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110014" border="0" alt="P1110014" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FIwenGQIZpk/UQ5k0QLX-mI/AAAAAAAABA0/9lYSmsL4ozE/P1110014_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-R4RT8ex6AH0/UQ5k2IKJU9I/AAAAAAAABA8/GSCnfJEoZZM/s1600-h/P11100153.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110015" border="0" alt="P1110015" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JywWS_gHClc/UQ5k2zTccAI/AAAAAAAABBE/P1vGtLAUeIw/P1110015_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-zwfu1R_j2LY/UQ5k4TK86NI/AAAAAAAABBM/o-tlh7iu-Bg/s1600-h/P11100173.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110017" border="0" alt="P1110017" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-TubKDUZjITI/UQ5k493H7uI/AAAAAAAABBU/Sz9sY0FiBE8/P1110017_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xx_lRVEfcwI/UQ5k6ZsoJ7I/AAAAAAAABBc/GhuScKIdYZ4/s1600-h/P11100183.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110018" border="0" alt="P1110018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5F_PGSXEmcOtdRAibOOZaGnGQh6ejWoswqFV2el-zCLWY3Bc8vJbwCn-px6jl7ogfxVmWao8E8PFY1cGmT8HjgQ3pJKrwzSvgNeiaWd9s_W-G-saYnz_2JjWpKF0IX81tlwbu_iKNEZU/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Rhonda and I met on the beach for a sister day, lunch and walk on the beach, meeting up with the guys later for some relaxation. Made plans for Saturday to pick them up and go on another Tour of the countryside and villages.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OupmMV9uf_s/UQ5k9j914GI/AAAAAAAABBs/gfd65IE_oMw/s1600-h/IMG_18883.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1888" border="0" alt="IMG_1888" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4F_2bdawZmuUo6oicEZnFWNlLtHN_mxB8Z9nRn4WXlxyFeoUcYSAEAy8q64BplxUAPqmn5OUEJmYJX-QQDxZ9xmM7v4MSpJo8pTHA8sVt1LFeNaXFON7jFp-enkWBQhI1xIj8GtfftLs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_qReNAEjJk4/UQ5k_jJy9UI/AAAAAAAABB8/75mJL5UmMHA/s1600-h/IMG_18903.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1890" border="0" alt="IMG_1890" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-G6WBcUW4hAc/UQ5lASBgYiI/AAAAAAAABCE/ehT9dTUsins/IMG_1890_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xUvbI-NPo2s/UQ5lDDqvTQI/AAAAAAAABCM/7_0asmNZwhA/s1600-h/IMG_18913.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1891" border="0" alt="IMG_1891" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DJlS860oi74/UQ5lD3drXtI/AAAAAAAABCU/ZTsSbdNsEtA/IMG_1891_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Breakfast at Clarita’s, cute little outdoor restaurant in downtown Lo de Marcos. Only open Friday to Sunday, and very good food. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-2XvLD48w0eY/UQ5lFDKcOWI/AAAAAAAABCc/ouGhTrvQhxE/s1600-h/IMG_18923.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1892" border="0" alt="IMG_1892" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fvtINn-cwU4/UQ5lF0KSCiI/AAAAAAAABCk/EKwJfKo4G00/IMG_1892_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bi33mAjeT3o/UQ5lG6mba3I/AAAAAAAABCs/2swz-G0ujB8/s1600-h/IMG_18933.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1893" border="0" alt="IMG_1893" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SGD_XnomyPU/UQ5lHiFFYqI/AAAAAAAABC0/wLiqS9TvQrM/IMG_1893_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--skZnbc5AS0/UQ5lJAlJ-2I/AAAAAAAABC8/nzRbT3dLUuI/s1600-h/IMG_18943.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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The bricks are used to build the local houses and patios, driveways etc. All made by hand.</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGWnRqsMUc1aRsxqapdjih7dAbgDCaErf4tOPwhyphenhyphenJkpxepfavrSPMp1wG-L_1_Q0vkVXPSf3qdyedTAcN9wOFVHFd3_yaBieFWY9-2FfsOlIXh0bzUnsiP6584shdn54hyhdO4FkfmG5w/s1600-h/IMG_18983.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1898" border="0" alt="IMG_1898" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-wbhP8CyehXg/UQ5lqTeU2BI/AAAAAAAABGU/h3r0i__JmcU/IMG_1898_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_RU9RLDI664/UQ5lslP5PPI/AAAAAAAABGc/lvqFU7QtZnU/s1600-h/IMG_18993.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1899" border="0" alt="IMG_1899" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4MNyA0Xj91w/UQ5luH4NWKI/AAAAAAAABGk/8-Tw0cNvVug/IMG_1899_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFxB3F_SQQCek6yWveo7s3dik2o2fkfNwAUXHaTaXQzZY5HekcA1poLT2j6JO3ZIk65ynIIbDXJh83XEH2601UAv-0pbcztDUCkDhqL7dqW2FyYaf-Z4IHMNRy17xNeN8mNHE9Z6pbExo/s1600-h/IMG_19013.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1901" border="0" alt="IMG_1901" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-L8lBxlGefy0/UQ5lwy8YPFI/AAAAAAAABG0/GfAa4g8-pdw/IMG_1901_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD9hwAJGFYBFZLR3UmxvSOyW-ksuk6YlSpkg9KMkmzs_pe3JE9PbVS9gzDSIYDLT2EoMmRQwvgTMSHQFWwgAmiYlYCSmT9XG5D4-t_oL0-tdkLaKhmNiSGzlPSFSS4AwzdznDC78J8qaY/s1600-h/IMG_19033.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1903" border="0" alt="IMG_1903" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5VUGhFmSgKw/UQ5lz-l-CtI/AAAAAAAABHE/kVlRkfQyIZo/IMG_1903_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-D7AYM5Q2Tcw/UQ5l1gRSZZI/AAAAAAAABHM/UPfHAm0SONA/s1600-h/IMG_19043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1904" border="0" alt="IMG_1904" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ax4vapkq-ck/UQ5l2W7FiDI/AAAAAAAABHU/x1t5oe5xzEs/IMG_1904_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfYNzCEL3gs10u4mW3Pw3qn98goc0fYqAmf3f6us8aqhCCNNStAWOiIeDBzPc2-2eoUgHZBydEXHf2-0JH5-IS_nUDM29gTQhC0Hto38lUqLXQqq2-JQih3qv24-pLgkuFbs5lgizm2tI/s1600-h/P1120041%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120041" border="0" alt="P1120041" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-qIl1xH9nuEA/UQ5l4HKkAHI/AAAAAAAABHk/YozN5vYgwBk/P1120041_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> </font></p> <p><font size="3">From there, the workers directed us to a beautiful beach that is on a Turtle Preservation site. 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There were a few houses on the hill over looking the water and endless sand.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WZc3lzM4S2A/UQ5mDsjpgyI/AAAAAAAABI8/FHaRZIsw0ss/s1600-h/IMG_1909%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1909" border="0" alt="IMG_1909" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-j4QzSS-Hv2o/UQ5mEc4-5iI/AAAAAAAABJE/eJcFLfBmm24/IMG_1909_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a> Apparently, this one is owned by some rich American. The second one appeared to be like a duplex. Probably, rental units. <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-S1pDtfiMzEM/UQ5mGIll7VI/AAAAAAAABJM/_cBPpA6TKOY/s1600-h/IMG_1912%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1912" border="0" alt="IMG_1912" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cnovfEtN3qU/UQ5mG2XxXmI/AAAAAAAABJU/kiikw3YfA5A/IMG_1912_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Once we had our beach fix, we were on the road again, back through El Monteon and through the fields to the highway and home. </font></p> <p><font size="3"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-K9K9bE4lTbY/UQ5mImlIIuI/AAAAAAAABJc/flFmGSzIK80/s1600-h/P1120070%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120070" border="0" alt="P1120070" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-JfNXJz3U-Es/UQ5mJGUeA4I/AAAAAAAABJk/rJAQBve5mHc/P1120070_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gQLeOP-NDsU/UQ5mLhJjSAI/AAAAAAAABJs/UTBJuPvI0K0/s1600-h/P1120071%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120071" border="0" alt="P1120071" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-3GiBO0Hs4oU/UQ5mMUmMH7I/AAAAAAAABJ0/aXbYzdCrMm0/P1120071_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1YuT3ky1-2E/UQ5mNbKTbAI/AAAAAAAABJ8/t7CbXKVdin4/s1600-h/P1120072%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120072" border="0" alt="P1120072" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-0BXE2pcjGC0/UQ5mOB45-wI/AAAAAAAABKE/zGepzz8JSjA/P1120072_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> Unique fence, with tree stump as a fence post!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnXIBgibM1phfBkbiuZTVl9pW8GKL7Vr_YGxOx5lHWTx5SjKjEN_bf2RX-6JraPKWEADeSwHWl47mHlX8dCVlmCra0M2CsWartl6EMnvDXxiVEkF6KqpEobehWPK0Gz8RdPXxPUUEe3Y0/s1600-h/P1120073%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120073" border="0" alt="P1120073" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgonZ7dE7AlICdNh-HJO08rtxic2EgowI8frJrUGko_5qV3Mz0i3xwqQmHqqY93f5ZnUEJYlZKWoctASE-bYB3ySQSpSF3POYAy5r-8cGxr2HgY4qz4vSapeeh9Wtd7LSjpw9nLCej8wGE/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFLOtBoN7GvOh2p9FqQDU0HlLVXE2-ML9PMcUQZqANfKbB9z5pUK4k1IqyDOv-m44olEYNQQsOlkz7IhorYOycp4DkLB2QpD19-XTYyH93QHilkyrhqnD3xzGjIdfv09GCi4gVDbZWMlU/s1600-h/P1120074%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120074" border="0" alt="P1120074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKQEGVfvxNToO-uk0EHBwkVEEcKXZmFaPYEopncmdmjf9TI935YeD2l6h4SSr0YcH3BjXrlHfN7Ec_M8lGe1SctrF2whHDbO7GeI7dlQxAIYspMH63CUUyFmcTBGGkhb0nB0TLw_g-wSU/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Another interesting side road. Oh, and</font> <font size="3">maybe another little village to see just before heading home.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0o-xMFKx9Y4/USZnjX7d4MI/AAAAAAAABoE/zSwLkF4FE5M/s1600-h/P11200753.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120075" border="0" alt="P1120075" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1Zit-tRxOYI/USZnkRI2sXI/AAAAAAAABoM/i7AI-YcI8Z8/P1120075_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-D39dL58M68c/USZnmKVLERI/AAAAAAAABoU/Q80DtQdnJDo/s1600-h/P11200763.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120076" border="0" alt="P1120076" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Gi2p7Ks035I/USZnmw82AdI/AAAAAAAABoc/z8Qu1ssQQFU/P1120076_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVlP9stXGfgBjUhJiOr7GWz_cutl2bM5pw4Q0iRN0G6IJHYKlswJuNw_i-YHAP4TIslaONAaXcJsxE7N95bOQbL3pbB7NYqve0M-OQj7WgM-2JXQQ8eAO9m00iaKnB2m1td6LVFoyHq5c/s1600-h/P11200783.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120078" border="0" alt="P1120078" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ldA5fTGnczI/USZnpUuy2hI/AAAAAAAABos/RXxjGzYS4Jg/P1120078_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-e22yc18ifOU/USZnrTs-HdI/AAAAAAAABo0/ddM7X6AvInc/s1600-h/P11200813.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120081" border="0" alt="P1120081" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-s7qmpSE2Bv8/USZnsHIW6UI/AAAAAAAABo8/2nU_Fe3KvIw/P1120081_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-MRQUwafQVK0/USZnt_7vkbI/AAAAAAAABpE/hjF-H5u9ehw/s1600-h/P11200853.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120085" border="0" alt="P1120085" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkV_o7ph0yea4rrtsj3u0RiQlDL02ppbft2zCu64JbYXFSb1a5RNGLy8zJK0QK1lmLvEvfmDQLHK_hWkH4ECczddehX7KBZWPl3aYFryIVFVEr5Jzd6qyJTJl6H4B6JXZoibSjC-vMPW4/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p><font size="3">Time to head home and get ready for the dinner and entertainment at the resort where Ken and Rhonda were staying. The end of a perfect day and a wonderful week spent touring with family. Thanks for coming along for the ride.</font></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-32365774372395530332013-02-21T09:41:00.001-08:002013-02-21T09:41:54.654-08:00Puerto Vallarta Trip 2<p><font size="3">Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3">Up early and on the road by 8:00 am. Want to meet Ken and Rhonda for breakfast in the dining room at the Los Arcos Resort, Old Town PV. This should be another fun day. The drive in was uneventful and easy. Very little traffic but always get behind at least one big vehicle that makes for slow going. This time we took Highway 200 around Old PV, through the new tunnel and right downtown to where the hotel is located. Interesting going that way and was very easy to get where we wanted. Glad we were not driving the motorhome as this would be very tight driving. They do it with the big passenger buses so it is doable. We arrived at the hotel and found a parking spot. Ken and Rhonda were already in the dining room having coffee and fresh orange juice. We talked to reception and were thinking of purchasing a pass for the day but found out that it wasn’t much more expensive to pay for one full day and night all inclusive so decided “why not”. That way we could stay for dinner, drinks and entertainment. After breakfast decided to go shopping for an hour or so. Rhonda had a few things to pick up for grandkids, etc.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-o67HjdNQrzw/USZaq31dokI/AAAAAAAABcg/AEvu5H4L2cE/s1600-h/IMG_2020%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2020" border="0" alt="IMG_2020" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-sKoAKEpIQF0/USZarinKMbI/AAAAAAAABco/6GpdG5CqMvE/IMG_2020_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4tZ53jz-ljE/USZasv9JjlI/AAAAAAAABcw/GfkVAdjemSM/s1600-h/IMG_2022%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2022" border="0" alt="IMG_2022" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-N_8tldZDfJk/USZatdmppMI/AAAAAAAABc4/54Oi9cyBGyo/IMG_2022_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a> Shopping done and lunch over we hit the pool on the roof for some soaking and relaxation.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNVGQlh5wZ8vklTT_StKCmo8TkGRyGBJ7wwbs6VSPdmG7IFnIJ7Hm_OAUQ3sscobqFZDQXPCsbdD6UN3tU-vqEMq8SG3-BhItzLGCFXyOXdivEAG6RFj0FIKymdI96l0Hh8ZhneG9zLHE/s1600-h/P1230014%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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They actually feed the Iguana at the resort so of course he sticks around.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ELyry-o_6Ms/USZbS2rNA2I/AAAAAAAABhA/u0lAPZukpsc/s1600-h/P1230027%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230027" border="0" alt="P1230027" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uSijphTtjmo/USZbTuI4_BI/AAAAAAAABhI/9yRfymaPi2Q/P1230027_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> A tourist couple practicing their tango moves on the dance floor in the dining room.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Y99MtcyRoZE/USZbVB37ypI/AAAAAAAABhQ/yRCMlZkgMcM/s1600-h/P1230048%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230048" border="0" alt="P1230048" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Vil9oHVlxns/USZbWMoSoLI/AAAAAAAABhY/_qE9xBkTTNg/P1230048_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gZ4v6UBikjo/USZbXhzYyAI/AAAAAAAABhg/6FZe9RyTBkk/s1600-h/P1230053%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230053" border="0" alt="P1230053" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-gP8xFTgpEh4/USZbYgZO9DI/AAAAAAAABho/R0bxwxTTv3E/P1230053_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">She really wanted us to buy some roses!!! We were sitting at the dining table in the corner and next to the beach. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-HuDmrMmL5G8/USZbZ5737bI/AAAAAAAABhw/qA2VnoHaKUI/s1600-h/P1230059%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230059" border="0" alt="P1230059" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-lrVLErZ3Ssc/USZbapdWSCI/AAAAAAAABh4/iqvEj61LWHI/P1230059_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8v5mIvqAbqQdlK53G1acnsNWIsO558KhPxDnABgbINTgyhv-wao_MAMPPMcdjrDc7roxjb5cn_M_af0y1oPmwDwHuWUkShIlzqXCtHOpfwuosoBE9b7A03xcHaMt9sJxn0Q9GvZ-slFg/s1600-h/P1230065%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230065" border="0" alt="P1230065" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-18SEIXvlH1I/USZbdrm130I/AAAAAAAABiI/01guwhx-5v4/P1230065_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOe-IvWxf7ciDk8_dJnTFWx43IwzdHRveURHko2hXG4Drek94iZsFq2naXHag3D4UZYR0jjN5Rmxhr1cNH2CpDPd1CSIfCbvIq5ggQoI7kvSIoS0Q_LPchRDah78H3GlxrXUI4qMOc7NA/s1600-h/P1230070%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230070" border="0" alt="P1230070" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirVBRglbTUCxnHv8J5y8CuT5-57_dl7XZrZL47hVG7b_7mOhN3563Z0QZw3VW0sFCL0I68RcAelfl_-LZKLKuF1RttFYvtC1w9_ZCidU8t2cprNyimlY8pgP4EeIj5uRR1al1BV867gDg/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1wTm5GCvFJtiAaEV0T3m2B7hOb1gwHMdIUNTosZhoBZCYD4UGgmpXHTmlEeDQPiLiboAtxek3P9afPArvuUyK26PssangOS0qzYxCa883RTlyh3ZgZQIuITPMRqP1-i8m-5Z-5qzVn4/s1600-h/P1230073%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230073" border="0" alt="P1230073" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-sqlQgq9s7wk/USZbiWQkKTI/AAAAAAAABio/BDb0sOMmAxQ/P1230073_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QLHytQQbKF8/USZbjtf76UI/AAAAAAAABiw/jAHUFY0bnFA/s1600-h/P1230074%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230074" border="0" alt="P1230074" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ej15ldVDiho/USZbkzUAtDI/AAAAAAAABi4/kzRzuHs9gpU/P1230074_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-2P_9BkX1UUM/USZbnYu3wJI/AAAAAAAABjA/LZ_XITmLVzQ/s1600-h/P1230077%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230077" border="0" alt="P1230077" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-_nz8OmebA_E/USZboPvyVWI/AAAAAAAABjI/g5-8qmBqvww/P1230077_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oRqjurVxN5c/USZbpQNZVAI/AAAAAAAABjQ/MwF8Aze_-9E/s1600-h/P1230083%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1230083" border="0" alt="P1230083" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-5gWIMAw78sw/USZbqDN8t-I/AAAAAAAABjY/c451DCgzUW0/P1230083_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <font size="3">After dinner walk on the beach. Jim and I had gone down at around 10:30 for a soak in the hot tub but wouldn’t you know, they close it at 10:00. Buenas noches!</font></p> <p><font size="3">In our room, we found that the balcony door was not secure, the lock was on the outside so had to figure out a way to make it a bit secure. This is Mexico!</font></p> <p><font size="3">Up and ready for breakfast by 8:00 am. The servers in the dining room are great. They recognize everyone and know who you are with and if you want orange juice and coffee to start. It is almost on the table before you get there. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-rLZlb-a4GTs/USZbsDtc3PI/AAAAAAAABjg/SziueO9fYpI/s1600-h/IMG_2031%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2031" border="0" alt="IMG_2031" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cV06iZD2oCk/USZbstADXTI/AAAAAAAABjo/0E1h_UH40LY/IMG_2031_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCcCXZzqLQOGu4zr705xK70cPDPiGWebFRz-B6sSMu8AMqwAZIhrfCdwTIhUoj_C80fqHR66FxmU_Qtyd-0pTHgLL15FqPBUhlo9rQxngsg9BrHGBNxMTbyPdlm3-_WB6KEATGGvRtE80/s1600-h/IMG_2032%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2032" border="0" alt="IMG_2032" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JRazq2dJFyA/USZbuonl3xI/AAAAAAAABj4/KwYpCFZ-AXw/IMG_2032_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEJkNQ4l-RWGYopmuw5yxpMUkO0V1QayaweIW9-pDKyPcO__fpdAKcIMbghoY5cDEoLsg3uJwBCJslGi6KoyKv2J_r51dLuzm8DcMkIVezORzwUUl_wYPLshxd94k6qAvxxqnhMrVARTc/s1600-h/IMG_2033%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240096" border="0" alt="P1240096" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-iy68gVNxyTU/USZcDZ62eGI/AAAAAAAABlo/jIHb7UJ806Y/P1240096_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><font size="3">People watching and ocean viewing will eating our breakfast. After breakfast will do a bit more shopping before we leave.</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLOf6Zbp0kdNWVzSAJacQIw34fcsR-FVp_6xKPUbujl29ZrfSZIUFPEGDm7MObeUjQUqjwdw5PWgiv8YlsGO3imrWYt2wsPk8SiEEa5bQwX8cUP2Ov4mSolmnGrm_KP9OyJGJERQFRJYs/s1600-h/IMG_2041%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2041" border="0" alt="IMG_2041" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-gWrM4UO2d_0/USZcFYbPiOI/AAAAAAAABl4/JC-_THemf7s/IMG_2041_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="178"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WXEvh8M9s5U/USZcGtbBbZI/AAAAAAAABmA/tagQTSoE46g/s1600-h/P1240102%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240102" border="0" alt="P1240102" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-L3mZkermthk/USZcHZJkuzI/AAAAAAAABmI/GHf-30rRm6k/P1240102_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ir8KAhKO8cU/USZcIyvHO7I/AAAAAAAABmQ/4_rGCeSQuEQ/s1600-h/P1240103%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240103" border="0" alt="P1240103" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KmAxpbWarr4/USZcJq-GQUI/AAAAAAAABmY/3UuS-LlTe3o/P1240103_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">One or two last minute photos. Walked back to the resort and gave hugs and goodbyes. Adios for now little Sister! See you in Canada. Ken’s sister was picking them up and driving them to the airport and we had to do a bit of shopping before heading back to Lo de Marcos. Love PV but very happy to be done with the busy city for now. When we got back to the RV after dinner Jim took me to the little beach south of here. He had been there before on his bike.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wnyu3OOXuBw/USZcK0pUAWI/AAAAAAAABmg/fc5uCrMAtpA/s1600-h/P1240123%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240123" border="0" alt="P1240123" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OvDL_JLxh9s/USZcLjrTdlI/AAAAAAAABmo/LsZ0HKS-TE8/P1240123_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNp-pIjBg3rx8gMg8NppNy1fRTEiGCIXYp_m218oLl3N1rsbOYfBU356gj6ZTPQMcCbQizJAyjDhIPMgsmhqep0oLwWN92MEAJoE2cGUUETM3MkcnK-nVNCQEaw1lJqgJVr4zHmjLJl0/s1600-h/P1240138%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240138" border="0" alt="P1240138" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-D6aiy-72R8w/USZcNgMIsdI/AAAAAAAABm4/Tw8vP1J5RO0/P1240138_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-QJ5OJDlCFJA/USZcPCxEFGI/AAAAAAAABnA/ZAqrj7qx7Ik/s1600-h/P1240112%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240112" border="0" alt="P1240112" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-g_UZSuaVnH0/USZcSFVVzSI/AAAAAAAABnI/i0N6O71ETOo/P1240112_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikyMYk2SqGFCr4qyLzLnf7Q_oV7L1feMN049ZigpGPYmu4zLhSvBGNFUNE5W0sWXLmncUQGd7t7uz-U1YYJxR1k0px3dhAEdPdCi9G6MhLBP5TAQe_pOI_fW8tsRV_CgsKpnVBQRVs48M/s1600-h/P1240105%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240105" border="0" alt="P1240105" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_HFxs_ErvE8/USZcUCgwvhI/AAAAAAAABnY/akw8vxVVodM/P1240105_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKOXhq9yVGaBW7pwNCBWvsjlAAPw9Jk1gR2yi0Jvlre44EIhzsGtSYIsjTolWQpO2ZM2H0QBy0gKgHPRi-kdsV92ZdJGpP8icVEpMBoLdh-3yfR1Hd97fxrGC_2z-J6oilBRC0812d-54/s1600-h/P1240110%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240110" border="0" alt="P1240110" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-JMQ8knbTq3A/USZcWJUVN7I/AAAAAAAABno/nFmzvnGLjYM/P1240110_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="195" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bf6rXdZPTeQ/USZcXfKQ1ZI/AAAAAAAABnw/30usFlZSbFw/s1600-h/P1240119%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1240119" border="0" alt="P1240119" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsbno0km1aBcl9BnbmyFe8mTXRmk2rY1opuh1FHyftjmFC4-7OJEpLoRl1s1anrRBkr6KN0SNKc1qI0zV37KHg1_P4VLsQgX-Ium1wzKgOW1XnxOVd0RhgZfo1dwY23IYhtnWWlwZLVfE/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="197"></a> <font size="3">Pretty beach and lovely sunset. We talked to a local and he told us that they will be opening a restaurant on the beach on Saturday. We will be back! Nice end to our trip into PV and saying goodbye to family!!!!!</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3">1</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-61422583323893949482013-02-03T05:33:00.000-08:002013-02-20T05:41:29.289-08:00Los de Marcos, MX Week 3 & 4<p><font size="3">Jan. 13, 2013</font></p> <p><font size="3">This week started out with a trip into Puerto Vallarta to deliver Ken and Rhonda to his sister Patti’s condo and we decided to stay overnight so we could explore PV a bit. When we got into the city the four of us walked along the Malecon and explored old town. In the process we found a hotel room for Jim and I. It was not fancy but clean and a king sized bed. It was the type of room that you could actually live in for a month or two if you chose. Had a kitchenette, etc. For us, approx. $35.00 for the night. Only problem, it was on a very busy corner and traffic most of the night. Oh well, we are adapting to many different noises. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OH2k761LLeM/USTQtn4sxnI/AAAAAAAABMw/uUC5cA4JvCc/s1600-h/IMG_04193.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0419" border="0" alt="IMG_0419" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WWonstyYSPc/USTQuFXRWMI/AAAAAAAABM4/9YWLaixcd2c/IMG_0419_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a> What do you think? Doesn’t look bad does it?</font></p> <p><font size="3">I really enjoyed exploring Old Town PV. Very interesting city! So much to see and do.</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxJ4PBgf2TLCiMiq3PmKLoOJz67mwB8DAqbKTMPI_dRa-RhTH8CAZ0swuDmyjtLLR_6UeTgmJP946Q_XumXBuyGR4oTPpF703ggwdCutiIQMMjZF6pIeAZAZ9EEYBd0G4yEtYBRU5IcVc/s1600-h/IMG_19283.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1928" border="0" alt="IMG_1928" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zNiQwdOmdpc/USTQv5jZd8I/AAAAAAAABNI/FOyJfFWypak/IMG_1928_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-HJTqddfAHQk/USTQw2JHAyI/AAAAAAAABNQ/0VszNsi3thY/s1600-h/P11300103.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130010" border="0" alt="P1130010" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-X_NnDOH_x5o/USTQxYntULI/AAAAAAAABNY/5Ej3x8IURRk/P1130010_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> These guys were waiting for the crowd to grow before doing their stunt! Looking for many pesos!</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-K6-qxTM9XNM/USTQy7jkD1I/AAAAAAAABNg/V5f3ri3R_dw/s1600-h/IMG_19313.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1931" border="0" alt="IMG_1931" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-yZXhHbKb0xM/USTQzQLCtxI/AAAAAAAABNo/OpSsMNoA1_I/IMG_1931_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jbyzyA860Oc/USTQ0rkgbnI/AAAAAAAABNw/1hjpIOAibKM/s1600-h/P11300053.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130005" border="0" alt="P1130005" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi92h6Ye0FlgMwMYEFUtGsPK1GWcAdpEb28vRcENChqnZw0wWl5BlkNrXrPpLOsJ2iFD9bbhqs88L00yFtXyqsJbuN-ap318qCUF9URJ37rI1eiBXJcunNzGTDRP2_0OMF9Yt1cGouVSg8/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-nASLCnkyC60/USTQ2al0Z_I/AAAAAAAABOA/CDHwq4r7hPo/s1600-h/P11300133.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130042" border="0" alt="P1130042" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QjvQT4pSrV8/USTRCFMUYoI/AAAAAAAABPo/xMCBpQtdqNM/P1130042_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Performing stage on the Malecon, lunch on the beach and people watching. So enjoyable. </p> <p><font size="3">The afternoon went very quickly and soon we were on our way up the mountain to Patti’s place overlooking Puerto Vallarta. What an amazing place to live, the view is spectacular! The condo is lovely as well! A wonderful evening meeting new and interesting folks.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PdkLGuYhGkQ/USTRDKfO31I/AAAAAAAABPw/34ny_9YCqWY/s1600-h/P11300493.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130049" border="0" alt="P1130049" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-qf40vCrmPws/USTRD809GlI/AAAAAAAABP4/I0I90QGZMVo/P1130049_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-_LVhYZnIEhs/USTRFTHLiyI/AAAAAAAABQA/Z2dlcScol8I/s1600-h/P11300613.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130061" border="0" alt="P1130061" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-vpiitn7Efi0/USTRF3OCU9I/AAAAAAAABQI/vSGXoiGWiwI/P1130061_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Their balcony view!</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF6YXJapZG1g2LbjApGxHwzlajZnqbWDoz2e0zfZIO_3fk3jPz867thJ94a7XdM7nbL1VcyZIDa6S0gDk-7QQVPPQ-ul7u7i8lsjoQ8Alvko2XaNSSRlObUZlaBF452vfTAzDSp3WRmzU/s1600-h/IMG_19383.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1938" border="0" alt="IMG_1938" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-tvsJ1qTLGwY/USTRHm16mWI/AAAAAAAABQY/uiPsA5M41QA/IMG_1938_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-vZteKrlWGw0/USTRIk5ineI/AAAAAAAABQg/spHNuWngYTs/s1600-h/IMG_19403.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1940" border="0" alt="IMG_1940" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-frnI5ipm6ws/USTRJKrhQCI/AAAAAAAABQo/u6yipZCOwCg/IMG_1940_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Zz5EzoS52Z4/USTRKflwjJI/AAAAAAAABQw/MOF3-2Q93tY/s1600-h/P11300553.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1130055" border="0" alt="P1130055" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-zxTCuqCGb84/USTRK2tWQKI/AAAAAAAABQ4/vwIBC846154/P1130055_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> They have a dipping pool on their balcony and the big pool down below! Wonderful!</p> <p><font size="3">After a great evening and not bad sleep in the hotel, we met Ken and Rhonda at a restaurant for Breakfast.</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcujy1fkCnZDkhhCWmcgI1vHtCfpGPeWK6I6e_ZAK6h-BwngdvQFfArCaEwQfWFCqmq9YZD-5LAk_HRomWDKx-IWlrLhHYZVnifpEpIMaFpntxTDAjID4R1lW1rA_XpCWY7I8cZgg2QA/s1600-h/IMG_19443.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1944" border="0" alt="IMG_1944" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gmSOSBvJoXk/USTRMkR5QOI/AAAAAAAABRI/EfQ3UaTLjdc/IMG_1944_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a> The food here is superb, as is the service. Very enjoyable!</p> <p><font size="3">We then did some shopping and more exploring of the area. Said Adios around 2:00 pm as we wanted to stop at the Mega Store on the way back home. It was a very satisfying trip, and we were glad to be back at the RV. Will be in touch before they leave for home on Jan. 24th</font></p> <p><font size="3">The week moved ahead with day to day activities like buying veggies from Ricardo, as he drives through the RV Park.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rZnye6Q8k-I/USTRNwKljII/AAAAAAAABRQ/6T0RTVs9Oz0/s1600-h/P11500793.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1150079" border="0" alt="P1150079" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-3lfLu79CltM/USTROTftSrI/AAAAAAAABRY/_005_AlZ4tk/P1150079_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-x2AOE6fa6_M/USTRP8STtQI/AAAAAAAABRg/ckxhBy5I2EQ/s1600-h/P11500773.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1150077" border="0" alt="P1150077" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ajsaYWgbeFk/USTRQuaw8bI/AAAAAAAABRo/sb5ObAzt1ME/P1150077_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdyqQU-uMrBRQGD8VnoFiCTv57TTXvFZy51NVTN30WOEr3WV-FrOI19AaZ4F8BJIkkFwLs4S9gKP19JbtMVzhxdooPUDJGuQgqSbodFLkZbNF7UP2pPKvgLiYOhKbGNlbs6tw5KynARiE/s1600-h/P11500783.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1150078" border="0" alt="P1150078" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1qkm0nemyPfPpBdK4OPlZno7E5srzRjY5bVTRrSisyPHj3_-MZ-MbV1XUbhKiZquw291H7Ut2zcjOZvf16kWlK34Lhk8UgKNwK7_ylICwDjFNXsK7gCcBuMtflnSdb3DIgYENTzGkjuo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Jim helped Roberto do some gardening by our motorhome.</p> <p><font size="3">There were special plans for Thursday to go up into the hills north and east of Lo de Marcos to some mineral pools. We all packed some lunch to share and headed out early in the morning.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ftbVBsadDfU/USTRUQnjAUI/AAAAAAAABSA/oesgyFpQ8Ic/s1600-h/P11700033.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170003" border="0" alt="P1170003" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-n1CEhteOaa0/USTRVAPHJGI/AAAAAAAABSI/Z1wVjc_aehw/P1170003_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-7Bg5D7JqcyE/USTRWH4midI/AAAAAAAABSQ/25YeJUlLoEc/s1600-h/P11700043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170004" border="0" alt="P1170004" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ZLi_sx4K4-g/USTRWussS2I/AAAAAAAABSY/bajSaQ2Q-t4/P1170004_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1qbXU71H_RI/USTRYMaBLNI/AAAAAAAABSg/CO5zC6O7BXk/s1600-h/P11700093.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170009" border="0" alt="P1170009" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZIUyBvGT2z0/USTRYiB1TlI/AAAAAAAABSo/Q9bpTmQVemA/P1170009_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-RyfiPJWsXJc/USTRaGqkr3I/AAAAAAAABSw/weCqWHzxd0M/s1600-h/P11700143.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170014" border="0" alt="P1170014" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-igi3EczrwTc/USTRal0othI/AAAAAAAABS4/viw8BHoU3GE/P1170014_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jxhceHzELpQ/USTRcD7CChI/AAAAAAAABTA/HHs-hXcE78w/s1600-h/P11700183.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170018" border="0" alt="P1170018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtNWzX-I1DVzXjJz2omycP8rPFQadPzd_jili2mr1Pq0QEGYaQwrdgC0O6ZSwbiOnzYPLY0-rNHSswppHZ-qH0cbF1_ogjupfklZe-lNA39ZM2G0dO8DfqSNaBxJoqYdyKgAqoThAJIzs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Took us about 2 hours of driving on steep, narrow, winding rough roads. Through a couple of very small villages and finally to the pools.</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9o2RmXD0jM89q5ZwgOiV8YCXVIU9m-KakPO-tJQO2Yh1Xf-KSySPvwCp2pdiZSHpeFA2ASLaCmTNjtZg64e2kPudlO1fVz4bv8SD0S-LPaQ27LaB2E1k-SV2y3_cdbl4LMIf9fkOurIk/s1600-h/P11700243.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170024" border="0" alt="P1170024" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XRZ3gh52rUI/USTRfGQpaiI/AAAAAAAABTY/63AQX55Zgow/P1170024_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-u_GeR2Qv5mc/USTRgWLe4_I/AAAAAAAABTg/YZEFyrQF4KQ/s1600-h/P11700253.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1170025" border="0" alt="P1170025" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LfbZZamhk_M/USTRgzxyahI/AAAAAAAABTo/qd2q6rP8wCM/P1170025_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p>We actually drove through La Cucaracha! LOL!</p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xtmw0kE5v18/USTRiFVtOHI/AAAAAAAABTw/6xH3XVwOBmM/s1600-h/IMG_19473.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1947" border="0" alt="IMG_1947" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQbpV5UPRIctOd1NoGHkvg62aAWaiNKR0FfpIjVptuMm7uXAOXOInR9gPxuTOfXFfs6DANTzUMtfMIQ3C5WQ7foGSVfvrQi4eppvO22ThaFr6IyDLv9TkzX3XBnB9OwaWIqeqY6dcunwE/?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-SlELXchEEE4/USTRkeGeSvI/AAAAAAAABUA/Jkjjf-8HJYg/s1600-h/IMG_19483.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1948" border="0" alt="IMG_1948" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-i6avadKI-W8/USTRk6sj_MI/AAAAAAAABUI/t6SS2uh4mAc/IMG_1948_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7ZBWwgK-ysE/USTRmFrFuQI/AAAAAAAABUQ/MfcXFWNz6Yg/s1600-h/IMG_19583.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1958" border="0" alt="IMG_1958" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GCT7NZQhAy8/USTRmn7NlbI/AAAAAAAABUY/QrBMxbd4gAk/IMG_1958_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="139"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PKKzblq5AY8/USTRoNfuu_I/AAAAAAAABUg/QtdztW-WP3s/s1600-h/IMG_19693.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1969" border="0" alt="IMG_1969" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NfSy9sEJTAM/USTRooBNRzI/AAAAAAAABUo/9ulqPa9y1lg/IMG_1969_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfXcOefoKEJNf2WcL13yzDlIU1KDt7J5qoXsV-YLVSX2iECEvjxzwk0AdLnuikJwXMN289C0BwDqkQlFZXbPj1RgQXyOZOiClNWdfClbqO8bPl2UDZX3e-nclJog0xQCyTjd1bZNsGafQ/s1600-h/IMG_19823.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1982" border="0" alt="IMG_1982" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O0lW91B1AZE/USTRrM99aiI/AAAAAAAABU4/6Zzv-cQNLWE/IMG_1982_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a> </p> <p><font size="3">The place is very relaxing and almost serene. Looked after by the local Mexicans. Don’t expect much for bathrooms (banos) but the pools are very clean and the mineral waters feel superb. After an delicious meal shared by many and some visiting it was time to head back. We followed one group out a different road and had another great experience.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-xdqoBMxgxV8/USTRtF4OqJI/AAAAAAAABVA/F76Sc07C-0g/s1600-h/IMG_19833.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1983" border="0" alt="IMG_1983" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-x-S880yhRuQ/USTRtpJ4BRI/AAAAAAAABVI/mI_XuboTooQ/IMG_1983_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-t4GdvQS7mCw/USTRvZa1OHI/AAAAAAAABVQ/k8UNTu8x1Gg/s1600-h/IMG_19843.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1984" border="0" alt="IMG_1984" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLVhLmFHRCmb8gGl5OTbpJa4hGPm-zgj4z6Iye0amwy1TuzcEjSNUACYBBxvD9JJrvo9Yi5cjdhQVMgxtq24EkKq7RHfaT_mP7ZqjVpFu2uzBR1mZdNZwgS2nb1T1H45u_W_wdbNPp3Fg/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NM4-sMXTwRI/USTRxqR7LfI/AAAAAAAABVg/HRTv_WYQmn0/s1600-h/IMG_19853.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1985" border="0" alt="IMG_1985" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqXcNVo_vEzsv7phij7s5j-s-2imYCGdkTQO-e3Kijkc3VuF6kgl3fz4SqOAOuFS8P2EPjG9OxAe2G_k2mmDveUNnIQfl0ZUMDE0LSbA8oq5EKOExtPDtLJGMeER5k7Sf2q-DOTjDPD-k/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rha8O2llTI4/USTRz7P0N8I/AAAAAAAABVw/0N58F3aRnuE/s1600-h/IMG_19893.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1989" border="0" alt="IMG_1989" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--Csz18PncQY/USTR0T8hLwI/AAAAAAAABV4/u8oAjBfgnsQ/IMG_1989_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCrHQO9Pb4_pgJC0LIT0cqEKMazyZHOe5uUr73udE3JYdlL_kHVgEVXCaQqRbT591YeQFvVDMoWLNkYqtWgVSAsGlnAn7OD_ZQpsKMhfb7mh91kob_03CLdOQJB9-i3yFCDx4pqbgoKVI/s1600-h/IMG_19933.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1993" border="0" alt="IMG_1993" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Nki2pZ6YZuA/USTR3uBZq7I/AAAAAAAABWI/mDdY0d7ScBk/IMG_1993_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></p> <p><font size="3">A couple from Colorado came with us. We stopped at a village and they bought beer and then as we were passing by a restaurant and pool, decided to stop and see if we could use there bathrooms. It appeared to be a recreation area for the locals with a couple of pools etc.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Only one event put a damper on our lovely day and that was as we were heading back up Highway 200, we happened upon an accident scene. Didn’t look good for the folks in the SUV.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-U9HS-7ksGH8/USTR4y-fmUI/AAAAAAAABWQ/QFM2DQxlVSg/s1600-h/IMG_19983.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1998" border="0" alt="IMG_1998" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Ln6SO91nHJw/USTR5TREYLI/AAAAAAAABWY/-vvuQvS-_JQ/IMG_1998_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Next few days were spent enjoying the area. Jim found shells, etc. on the beach, thus a mobile.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GdSbFqLnbe8/USTR6_yrfxI/AAAAAAAABWg/3TrwUPzLxJA/s1600-h/IMG_20033.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2003" border="0" alt="IMG_2003" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoe38L4XbWmRYR8RBhGhXE4DA5Su3tu9p9XtgmO2qXNOwQCcK794ASp-md5SGtgmxm8YFjP8CMCWTgcXDv6I8g70ibPbvwj8mhec4Nnm1zYJJMyhnGvlI0zsUprU9zEmTrWqPXMerBEtY/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LoFYd_Nd8wI/USTR8g-D0hI/AAAAAAAABWw/M7Tyqlb49X0/s1600-h/IMG_20043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2004" border="0" alt="IMG_2004" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-r2TcBRADvFM/USTR9OMO2MI/AAAAAAAABW4/CS_qzzzb74E/IMG_2004_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Went for more walks on the beach and into town, checking out the area. I made an appointment to get my hair coloured and trimmed at Yanette’s. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1TZctBGrABY/USTR-dfs5oI/AAAAAAAABXA/-BaWi-UhB-4/s1600-h/IMG_20103.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2010" border="0" alt="IMG_2010" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-EcD3BnZKckQ/USTR-9x7UvI/AAAAAAAABXI/LE6FLVFH8MA/IMG_2010_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Yw2uoACJcN4/USTSAWHV_hI/AAAAAAAABXQ/Kqz3bu2_wAE/s1600-h/IMG_20113.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2011" border="0" alt="IMG_2011" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ZJSHVNVIiEw/USTSA95f6fI/AAAAAAAABXY/KTwGL-l3wjc/IMG_2011_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgNeoof5AUaSu56R3AJGqkb_8Kov4_RQmXNYZ9EcGyJPmVh2G0-COgGCTXqTgHBrxd-QhJdetilDpPPR5OWXGBRD1UMqrmeKLkXdaT7j7P7DY_AJYP1DA_-LtMxLwIjyhdf8FbuE1VA14/s1600-h/IMG_20123.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2012" border="0" alt="IMG_2012" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-rBxGNZ2piQ0/USTSD5nTpiI/AAAAAAAABXo/tcpaQPzvdS4/IMG_2012_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-fXrlSDx5nKs/USTSFSPwf6I/AAAAAAAABXw/hPSwr7_f1MU/s1600-h/IMG_20143.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2014" border="0" alt="IMG_2014" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5e1_L0d5oGY/USTSGRPHvaI/AAAAAAAABX4/xhJomcbwCkc/IMG_2014_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a> A walking tour of Lo de Marcos.</p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-9Fw9cqX9yxE/USTSH8jVyAI/AAAAAAAABYA/_CzxMY5u3Lk/s1600-h/P12100233.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210023" border="0" alt="P1210023" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HkY--f5ni04/USTSIXT-nXI/AAAAAAAABYI/v2ViavfBiQs/P1210023_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bxxFBrfD4g4/USTSJpJvcMI/AAAAAAAABYQ/POvkzOpsFEA/s1600-h/P12100243.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210024" border="0" alt="P1210024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi94zsnBm-_k-fpz1oijQRdONGWsoGJ_aH4xfnXP2w3rMXj2CmgAO4SfOw9nqhfOp0gnitUiguA4_bULerKbpTkYfn8SNi-xd_3Sn9SBvLElv7NdFh74KgbR1v0AxDC47sLjCDqmlk4dGs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--2jr0VWJ9e0/USTSL6ymniI/AAAAAAAABYg/cLATZuqoUGY/s1600-h/P12100263.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210026" border="0" alt="P1210026" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-uDoTBTFP5co/USTSMR9YwSI/AAAAAAAABYo/8Ssrv5LMpT8/P1210026_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LP_d5_C35Og/USTSNt9bhiI/AAAAAAAABYw/1JMA8J2YfpU/s1600-h/P12100283.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210028" border="0" alt="P1210028" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-7LBWj41xUkM/USTSOJrTBMI/AAAAAAAABY4/fCuxkFOemoc/P1210028_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p>Next day was a lovely time spent on the beach, watching people and dogs have a great time!</p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-uXvY_azf4mA/USTSPRDl-WI/AAAAAAAABZA/YbkDAFqfBQM/s1600-h/P12100293.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210077" border="0" alt="P1210077" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnyb44vjBdLaB9yYNjcBwZbCil6cBYEWqORLMP7joILpkJg6AiPuGMeYlHoTFpPm1Nvv_np5nE-hoJ08-YIZd29_JOz5x3EDICEilC9Ht-cgk3ctx_yjsFMyskhf7I0xxLKwaVvRkUxM/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pGofhX8AdS0/USTSYrnQx2I/AAAAAAAABaQ/_K_z97bcM4Y/s1600-h/P12100813.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210081" border="0" alt="P1210081" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XQir91OcDJE/USTSZIaZtmI/AAAAAAAABaY/hG0eXDVJIL8/P1210081_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Later in the day Jim took me across town so I could see the Lo de Marcos International Airport. LOL!!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-dohUbBFv7Jw/USTSawWluXI/AAAAAAAABag/Rolj9FSo3Nc/s1600-h/P12100843.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210084" border="0" alt="P1210084" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ffJjiI8jNxA/USTSbSlWmbI/AAAAAAAABao/vEZLgryi10E/P1210084_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pH8cToZ0lj4/USTSc3-x_vI/AAAAAAAABaw/2rn8x8wi0e4/s1600-h/P12100873.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210087" border="0" alt="P1210087" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Mim_tyCnwg8/USTSdXdgOHI/AAAAAAAABa4/PJShvQyMGX4/P1210087_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Km92BEw44l8/USTSfAKa4mI/AAAAAAAABbA/leyZH9JEV8g/s1600-h/P12100883.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210088" border="0" alt="P1210088" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nTJYbXc2l98/USTSfqL9MnI/AAAAAAAABbI/V3daz64H9s0/P1210088_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">And dinner out at Tlaquepaque Resort.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bIOVej8wyBU/USTShARRL4I/AAAAAAAABbQ/0TEDfJSlVPM/s1600-h/P12100903.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1210090" border="0" alt="P1210090" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Tf7T7MWxsHo/USTSh6RPdOI/AAAAAAAABbY/hx4URHCZMxI/P1210090_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="170"></a> <font size="3">Great Food!</font></p> <p><font size="3">We are now into week 4 and are thinking of going into Puerto Vallarta on Wednesday to say Goodbye to my sister Rhonda and her husband Ken.</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-63813102768939166742013-02-03T05:32:00.001-08:002013-02-03T05:32:09.130-08:00Lo de Marcos, MX Week 2<p><font size="3">Monday morning we were up early to get ready for our trip into Puerto Vallarta to the airport. A beautiful, sunny day and so glad as this is what Ken and Rhonda are looking forward to. Coming from the west coast of Canada where at this time of year it can be very dreary. On our way in we stopped at our favourite Scotiabank for more pesos. We haven’t had to buy a lot of groceries at the Mega as I came well prepared and still have meat in our freezer. We unfortunately missed the proper turn for the parking at the airport so had to turn around and then again missed the off ramp so ended up parking on the lateral road by a Mexican Taco Pub. It was just across the main highway from the airport and there was an overhead walkway so easy to access. We were about an hour early so Jim had a beer at the pub and then we walked across to the terminal to wait for their arrival. They were a bit early so soon we were on our way back to Lo de Marcos. Stopped again at the bank so Ken could get more pesos. </font></p> <p><font size="3">Our first stop when we got back to Lo de Marcos was at the Tlaquepaque Resort so they could look at rooms and get prices, then we checked out a few other places so they knew what their options were regarding places to stay. Rhonda made the final choice and they booked into the resort in a regular hotel style room. Clean and just what they needed for the 6 nights. $280.00 US for the week. Not bad considering there are 2 pools and a restaurant. Our first meal together was at Arcelias ”Palapa” Restaurant.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BjGCp3nHlvg/UQ5jCCLDlfI/AAAAAAAAA0s/iwV3yWhsjxk/s1600-h/P10700433.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070043" border="0" alt="P1070043" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Nrsx0ytFF38/UQ5jDOyDFMI/AAAAAAAAA00/MO4d1TH8qVw/P1070043_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Kig5rsn77us/UQ5jEVTSVPI/AAAAAAAAA08/0s3NFVVx-Ks/s1600-h/P10700447.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070044" border="0" alt="P1070044" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-AvX03Di4L_s/UQ5jFOsrNBI/AAAAAAAAA1E/A0Sb9Nt3ECE/P1070044_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="177"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-A-jnXfvQc2s/UQ5jGXZfIHI/AAAAAAAAA1M/MwQ5oUWEoI4/s1600-h/P10700463.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070046" border="0" alt="P1070046" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XqYGTiqH6Xo/UQ5jGycIjeI/AAAAAAAAA1U/1dzt89VPQPU/P1070046_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-6L0dkSrX-yQ/UQ5jIVBSASI/AAAAAAAAA1c/cnXYI6fBTos/s1600-h/P10700473.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1070047" border="0" alt="P1070047" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Pcg7BdjmbEs/UQ5jJzprN6I/AAAAAAAAA1k/POIZZe94u4s/P1070047_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="176"></a> Delicious food and great atmosphere. Rhonda and I had Mahi, Mahi with rice and a salad. The guys had a stuffed veggie and Tortilla soup. A short visit at the RV and then to bed. Big day tomorrow. Going on a trip to Sayulita, surfing village down the road.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qo_4VOLaSAA/UQ5jK_M0hvI/AAAAAAAAA1s/rlxzNjvArHg/s1600-h/IMG_18633.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1863" border="0" alt="IMG_1863" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz7R_0ImgNdRysVUzfIv64YUG4I6kOaLLh-tv9kShI2OU539t_PtQmy5rSGamkGXjYhYFqguKn2pHTy9uvlZ0jvlrYRDezdcMUWe1ScCWS3voLR-KTIuyUoeV_dJPapL9nQQxWZ8XqMac/?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-000qxzpqq6Y/UQ5jM0EDdLI/AAAAAAAAA18/14Mugh0v2eg/s1600-h/IMG_18643.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1864" border="0" alt="IMG_1864" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--WqQGoFdUcc/UQ5jOsqOKhI/AAAAAAAAA2E/FYNMgQNfmnQ/IMG_1864_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SYhuGcPLVN4/UQ5jP9qLGrI/AAAAAAAAA2M/CZG254mN5_4/s1600-h/IMG_18653.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1865" border="0" alt="IMG_1865" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RhRAXWqcGpE/UQ5jRZXUTyI/AAAAAAAAA2U/UTK6OOWyYDE/IMG_1865_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LEkxRRBvmWo/UQ5jSiQsZdI/AAAAAAAAA2c/uuZrjjPO8WU/s1600-h/IMG_18663.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1866" border="0" alt="IMG_1866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR7NMXiO7b3ESN4OJJpBvq4juI7Hxs8_oP1A3m4mMcVeiJdXFQGyOhqSdjSnRGLp8gM5Mljc3UVWzkWQcHTKRxGxOQhuMGnYdphO4UXAGnK2hd5-NMgwUYzT03cRyGMcdcqfcZaIgmAxM/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-377IGIWLg9M/UQ5jVovnvYI/AAAAAAAAA2s/MaxW-wtC2AM/s1600-h/IMG_18673.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1867" border="0" alt="IMG_1867" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CGqvGM9FPrk/UQ5jXcFSY2I/AAAAAAAAA20/DY0_c088_bU/IMG_1867_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_njeUhkXS1jtAVzV74WC0lCKeOfLu-QrwVKyd_oQHNZ5r0lj35ZfAeIq8OzzhCVrzTFeHC2eMuYWxEesVtvfjz0XaREIc6Bamuyd2v1MUWEXiLLG7kKovhY-dWfV-T5mVEHgNAOS-vH8/s1600-h/IMG_18693.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1869" border="0" alt="IMG_1869" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wbWRltCbxKQ/UQ5jZHGg4wI/AAAAAAAAA3E/V0Qm5m_Z41c/IMG_1869_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YRZ1AmoDUu4/UQ5jbcqIr8I/AAAAAAAAA3M/oP_kGJMyGqA/s1600-h/IMG_18703.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1870" border="0" alt="IMG_1870" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIo7F6WInrDWlLSyF7d55EmeP9DSRKYdHHs43MlUo0oBFyMkTtt4-LjbkTX4eKGzKHyyuZPGzWsBnedZEieeh-QcyHx-MA1VXN3JJP5CUyNC5zVtYUY_qA6SXx7DyRG12oSgdBQ9t9CSo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-0WfSq5E9KD8/UQ5jdKpT2ZI/AAAAAAAAA3c/mn8c_uGqn0I/s1600-h/IMG_18763.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1876" border="0" alt="IMG_1876" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NiZGuwPWI30/UQ5jduavOVI/AAAAAAAAA3k/nEUu0uzvFLo/IMG_1876_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><font size="3"> When we arrived at Sayulita we were hungry so lunch was first on our list. Cute little three storey restaurant and delicious food. There is no shortage of places to eat, prices are reasonable and we love it.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Now, let’s check this beach out!!!<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3L7vnHU4_HE/UQ5jfK9P5NI/AAAAAAAAA3s/EC020F4TZPQ/s1600-h/P10900183.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090018" border="0" alt="P1090018" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PQo1E694oBw/UQ5jf-DtqeI/AAAAAAAAA30/OPlIPzuekW4/P1090018_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Beautiful beach with lots of big waves for the surfers. <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4zTU2zXN7B8/UQ5jhtB4yGI/AAAAAAAAA38/Z6Q3ulmb1G8/s1600-h/P10900193.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090019" border="0" alt="P1090019" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VKaVj7ohvGc/UQ5jibFIOkI/AAAAAAAAA4E/aZGyfejiECU/P1090019_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-mFIDmXHmmls/UQ5jjtZvIuI/AAAAAAAAA4M/0buZWe6eHrE/s1600-h/P10900203.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090020" border="0" alt="P1090020" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KcSZLbP6_2A/UQ5jkU4IleI/AAAAAAAAA4U/s8qwrhBL4uc/P1090020_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Spent the afternoon checking out the beach and the shopping. Nice place to go and enjoy the sun!! Lots of sun bathers as well.<a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jdSKJaYKEbM/UQ5jlzJp3wI/AAAAAAAAA4c/PQENaG8Dw3Y/s1600-h/P10900073.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090007" border="0" alt="P1090007" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG0-0T-iT684Jpgw-eKF7gQEg852pyJKIP1Rj4jcR_cDC8GOoMkkGVVftHq3JoNrJ8jOyl6jxY-wH6HOP5q-n7ebWq5inCZnxp4p2PCqNMNh67Jlp0IlOJa5Ty4Z9P5YYFp4Rv7LTcjQI/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJOkTQ6kPdPMTUQ49PO2yGD7eNJ1HaPy32Xf2-MewaEYsyvui0AHvX6Kxo9tHITB3D9mdW6sj8owmCYhsGWE6rM7MsugQYtH-2LzgFzdNAkdNF-IHYEJJApIViHqScM4mZYTKoWOGLYC0/s1600-h/P10900123.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090012" border="0" alt="P1090012" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ewJtcFfnX-Y/UQ5joV_0-aI/AAAAAAAAA40/ccn7EE_ElXU/P1090012_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cROHbFW2Hq8/UQ5jpp6fIzI/AAAAAAAAA48/imJrKoNsbDk/s1600-h/P10900133.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1090013" border="0" alt="P1090013" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oN16a0rkvug/UQ5jqH7y6pI/AAAAAAAAA5E/DZLExx_QiYY/P1090013_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> By the time we finished walking about and got back to the RV it was time to rest up and get cooking supper. We ate at the RV and then went to a Birthday Party for the Yoga gal, Gail, at their site next to the beach. Good music and food to share.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-beJBOZ23GCk/UQ5jrzNanhI/AAAAAAAAA5M/YM5Ye9bH9_g/s1600-h/P10800013.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080001" border="0" alt="P1080001" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XlFhGKqZYM4/UQ5js_Mz65I/AAAAAAAAA5U/YSQ5M5-imYI/P1080001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GVEKgYjm2Go/UQ5juS-bTVI/AAAAAAAAA5c/szjmZOfLXwo/s1600-h/P10800043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080004" border="0" alt="P1080004" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ae_eTUvGcfE/UQ5jvMKYLFI/AAAAAAAAA5k/v9Qf3rnQsAU/P1080004_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-vjkc9XTIc7s/UQ5jwgcaU7I/AAAAAAAAA5s/9qz-UW5QG9s/s1600-h/P10800053.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080005" border="0" alt="P1080005" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uZlZ3xdvuo0/UQ5jxcvkPrI/AAAAAAAAA50/bD6l8h7cf1A/P1080005_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-U1JGHny9d1A/UQ5jyc1QLUI/AAAAAAAAA58/GaGllzcoBSk/s1600-h/P10800113.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1080011" border="0" alt="P1080011" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-BRU17itblyA/UQ5jzGUkFsI/AAAAAAAAA6E/ZkqPVO86JI4/P1080011_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> That was Tuesday. </font></p> <p><font size="3">On Wednesday we had a quieter day and Jim set things up so we could have a movie outside. Pretty good turn out but the movie was crap. A guy in the park had loaned it to us. </font></p> <p><font size="3">Thursday, off to La Penita to the street market. The day started out interesting with Jim taking us on a road trip through the hills and fields of corn, pineapple, watermelon, etc. The day turned into a complete adventure. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-RqQIBbErFLU/UQ5j0a7N2gI/AAAAAAAAA6M/BKXZoVTMcY0/s1600-h/P11000023.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100002" border="0" alt="P1100002" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-v6EqRoJzhTY/UQ5j1H4Gw8I/AAAAAAAAA6U/SJ_KVR0mSJs/P1100002_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="175"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VsiWapk01r4/UQ5j2SUw30I/AAAAAAAAA6c/PlMosMCppLc/s1600-h/P11000033.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100003" border="0" alt="P1100003" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Q0KHPcEIHhY/UQ5j3Rn-AYI/AAAAAAAAA6k/oXGdvvSQIis/P1100003_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="175" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-IKwNyTG4SGs/UQ5j5jI1P_I/AAAAAAAAA6s/hbM3555_Tss/s1600-h/P11000043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100026" border="0" alt="P1100026" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-l6gggQqQYxw/UQ5kJ3fXbsI/AAAAAAAAA8U/J5hU8LrKiQk/P1100026_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/--wXP-CkIJ9g/UQ5kLzLZqkI/AAAAAAAAA8c/JbwxBJFpDq0/s1600-h/P11000313.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100031" border="0" alt="P1100031" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-kgpslD4ebFU/UQ5kMnMvBAI/AAAAAAAAA8k/yPOsH6086ss/P1100031_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="176"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8gZ-QXui2txQTXufD68P-IzF3wUWXDIcKgPzZ9eBH_P-byI4CWrtSZBSw6LRHXyAY7UwKt0j8bNjA9dZ3pp9r_9FgE9KLAo74IYn8mu1tDYVcE27WWVzyv2WEgk1pEkQLQOgNjZQ1uDQ/s1600-h/P11000323.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100032" border="0" alt="P1100032" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-9DMgWFBfnJY/UQ5kPYaiSjI/AAAAAAAAA80/SUceHstvxUI/P1100032_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">The country roads are all dirt, narrow, winding, rough, full of potholes and the scenery is so beautiful!</font></p> <p><font size="3">When we got to La Penita, we had breakfast in a restaurant on main street! Excellent omelettes, Mexican style. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zFIcBWBQBq4/UQ5kRdJJ0SI/AAAAAAAAA88/zE5MZ2R3cGA/s1600-h/P11000407.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100040" border="0" alt="P1100040" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6X9o_d9ihyM/UQ5kSFWAXXI/AAAAAAAAA9E/9zV-I1ObzvY/P1100040_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4II3NMXxu3E/UQ5kT-sy5HI/AAAAAAAAA9M/He0uqm9-JUU/s1600-h/P11000417.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100041" border="0" alt="P1100041" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-qnGjrwTqErA/UQ5kUpQsN5I/AAAAAAAAA9U/SofBwI8avWQ/P1100041_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Breakfast entertainment. Jim took a hat collection for the band.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Off to the market and check the beach.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hc4WuT43IG8/UQ5kWBxpccI/AAAAAAAAA9c/RErzU10EnHo/s1600-h/IMG_18807.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1880" border="0" alt="IMG_1880" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xWZzpqHVvRs/UQ5kW5oq5GI/AAAAAAAAA9k/XDQItdTFFqg/IMG_1880_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyLzXe-YS9NX2n1d1zUcFfWPSClQljttbHFcEsjUd8G6N1m8P-Qfe2hYUD_FhmUNykWVgh85IF9wlDH9xkaSz9ZilKNDwHei4GgXe98c2S30eRp3RqbTmjnDcsIofEWsVi_OpyUM39wV4/s1600-h/P11000433.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100043" border="0" alt="P1100043" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBVfJrlVymW9uWFgH-rVTdft746DWAxsP0EXSxCgCovK2SQmDMRLCcdJsXZ5_XyXHXIAxbk-qvaxFpLvWfqI05GzRkhMQbS9Wo0cGIGJfPNKG_YUYf6WobITLsZn_Rgql9EmAhI2EFpM8/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jO_DxzryJEs/UQ5ka7hqlGI/AAAAAAAAA98/wr2iSdYwiBc/s1600-h/P11000453.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100045" border="0" alt="P1100045" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-UXeM7CRjEyg/UQ5kb6r_1II/AAAAAAAAA-E/YocHfwwVPMA/P1100045_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Street repairs on the way to the beach. All the beaches along this coast are very beautiful!!<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-wg4mSMquEFI/UQ5kdKbXIiI/AAAAAAAAA-M/XdubnAbroYE/s1600-h/P11000463.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100046" border="0" alt="P1100046" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-w8_FqUhKQSU/UQ5keFuzTtI/AAAAAAAAA-U/3rower-CGug/P1100046_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-38sAMVyvqLE/UQ5kfrfXL8I/AAAAAAAAA-c/UgjKy2FyszM/s1600-h/P11000473.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100047" border="0" alt="P1100047" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-usp7QyNiOxo/UQ5kgMmSxqI/AAAAAAAAA-k/r_IUYmyO_aw/P1100047_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-o0GslIsdyvo/UQ5khv00oGI/AAAAAAAAA-s/mivj3nI7lI8/s1600-h/P11000563.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100056" border="0" alt="P1100056" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-219WLg7Kk1o/UQ5kiXQWIVI/AAAAAAAAA-0/2qkvKu2WcQg/P1100056_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LjDdCOH2qxM/UQ5kkRqagMI/AAAAAAAAA-8/n4Ismhuc6kQ/s1600-h/P11000573.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100057" border="0" alt="P1100057" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-aBVks4tMxiE/UQ5klSsaXnI/AAAAAAAAA_E/jC89Qv8P1VA/P1100057_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> On our way home we drove into the village of Rincon Guayabitas to see if Ken could locate the home of a lady they know of. No luck but was fun seeing another village and beach.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-u0UJLEZD-SU/UQ5kmzRLokI/AAAAAAAAA_M/QSVzKED7k0c/s1600-h/P11000583.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100058" border="0" alt="P1100058" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ntrd3YFtL_U/UQ5knr6H8DI/AAAAAAAAA_U/wRXDaiVNmIo/P1100058_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Gnbt5h3EnLE/UQ5ko0czaBI/AAAAAAAAA_c/zlF3lrzO8Bc/s1600-h/P11000613.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100061" border="0" alt="P1100061" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Z_odluvgtUw/UQ5kpuB2HGI/AAAAAAAAA_k/kJc3-s-eVRw/P1100061_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Whew, another busy day. Home to dinner at the RV.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-V1BQI4h97fk/UQ5krZdVufI/AAAAAAAAA_s/Puh7o_6Wzbg/s1600-h/P11000623.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1100062" border="0" alt="P1100062" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XrnAfvl99CE/UQ5kr-J-TGI/AAAAAAAAA_0/ESCWr4MkY5Y/P1100062_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Visiting and close of another day.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Friday, a much needed beach day! We have been too busy to enjoy all we have here.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bnMQRt4P7Kc/UQ5ktTxS5MI/AAAAAAAAA_8/pVcqGAgPs6A/s1600-h/IMG_18853.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1885" border="0" alt="IMG_1885" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rDjGoNOaDGM/UQ5kt-gWf5I/AAAAAAAABAE/0Hli0a288a8/IMG_1885_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LhRB7dXywYU/UQ5kvb_HEdI/AAAAAAAABAM/BqXl6Tfbnlc/s1600-h/P11100063.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110006" border="0" alt="P1110006" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-h6X1oi_pKLo/UQ5kwc2SQzI/AAAAAAAABAU/YSC_9r35kfM/P1110006_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnDP0X18GYN__pwp2U5A87YLWQA_lZ6BKiNgq3TXFP_o3E7Us1WDE8Rc4218jmzQ6yWJqh_A3E_fAjlAvt-BcyE6U79sU3pIUl7D3PL_pRIGlu43jxdrX_8kUo1qRfAIesfchXbGqmzI/s1600-h/P11100133.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110013" border="0" alt="P1110013" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-8Onhdg7wP3M/UQ5kyF4neGI/AAAAAAAABAk/2vT8HlVaZ5Y/P1110013_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cj549Nz7dq8/UQ5kzirb5SI/AAAAAAAABAs/kC0CT2HvwWM/s1600-h/P11100143.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110014" border="0" alt="P1110014" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FIwenGQIZpk/UQ5k0QLX-mI/AAAAAAAABA0/9lYSmsL4ozE/P1110014_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-R4RT8ex6AH0/UQ5k2IKJU9I/AAAAAAAABA8/GSCnfJEoZZM/s1600-h/P11100153.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110015" border="0" alt="P1110015" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JywWS_gHClc/UQ5k2zTccAI/AAAAAAAABBE/P1vGtLAUeIw/P1110015_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-zwfu1R_j2LY/UQ5k4TK86NI/AAAAAAAABBM/o-tlh7iu-Bg/s1600-h/P11100173.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110017" border="0" alt="P1110017" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-TubKDUZjITI/UQ5k493H7uI/AAAAAAAABBU/Sz9sY0FiBE8/P1110017_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xx_lRVEfcwI/UQ5k6ZsoJ7I/AAAAAAAABBc/GhuScKIdYZ4/s1600-h/P11100183.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1110018" border="0" alt="P1110018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5F_PGSXEmcOtdRAibOOZaGnGQh6ejWoswqFV2el-zCLWY3Bc8vJbwCn-px6jl7ogfxVmWao8E8PFY1cGmT8HjgQ3pJKrwzSvgNeiaWd9s_W-G-saYnz_2JjWpKF0IX81tlwbu_iKNEZU/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Rhonda and I met on the beach for a sister day, lunch and walk on the beach, meeting up with the guys later for some relaxation. Made plans for Saturday to pick them up and go on another Tour of the countryside and villages.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OupmMV9uf_s/UQ5k9j914GI/AAAAAAAABBs/gfd65IE_oMw/s1600-h/IMG_18883.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1888" border="0" alt="IMG_1888" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4F_2bdawZmuUo6oicEZnFWNlLtHN_mxB8Z9nRn4WXlxyFeoUcYSAEAy8q64BplxUAPqmn5OUEJmYJX-QQDxZ9xmM7v4MSpJo8pTHA8sVt1LFeNaXFON7jFp-enkWBQhI1xIj8GtfftLs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_qReNAEjJk4/UQ5k_jJy9UI/AAAAAAAABB8/75mJL5UmMHA/s1600-h/IMG_18903.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1890" border="0" alt="IMG_1890" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-G6WBcUW4hAc/UQ5lASBgYiI/AAAAAAAABCE/ehT9dTUsins/IMG_1890_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xUvbI-NPo2s/UQ5lDDqvTQI/AAAAAAAABCM/7_0asmNZwhA/s1600-h/IMG_18913.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1891" border="0" alt="IMG_1891" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DJlS860oi74/UQ5lD3drXtI/AAAAAAAABCU/ZTsSbdNsEtA/IMG_1891_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Breakfast at Clarita’s, cute little outdoor restaurant in downtown Lo de Marcos. Only open Friday to Sunday, and very good food. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-2XvLD48w0eY/UQ5lFDKcOWI/AAAAAAAABCc/ouGhTrvQhxE/s1600-h/IMG_18923.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1892" border="0" alt="IMG_1892" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fvtINn-cwU4/UQ5lF0KSCiI/AAAAAAAABCk/EKwJfKo4G00/IMG_1892_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bi33mAjeT3o/UQ5lG6mba3I/AAAAAAAABCs/2swz-G0ujB8/s1600-h/IMG_18933.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1893" border="0" alt="IMG_1893" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SGD_XnomyPU/UQ5lHiFFYqI/AAAAAAAABC0/wLiqS9TvQrM/IMG_1893_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--skZnbc5AS0/UQ5lJAlJ-2I/AAAAAAAABC8/nzRbT3dLUuI/s1600-h/IMG_18943.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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There were a few houses on the hill over looking the water and endless sand.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WZc3lzM4S2A/UQ5mDsjpgyI/AAAAAAAABI8/FHaRZIsw0ss/s1600-h/IMG_1909%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1909" border="0" alt="IMG_1909" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-j4QzSS-Hv2o/UQ5mEc4-5iI/AAAAAAAABJE/eJcFLfBmm24/IMG_1909_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244"></a> Apparently, this one is owned by some rich American. The second one appeared to be like a duplex. Probably, rental units. <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-S1pDtfiMzEM/UQ5mGIll7VI/AAAAAAAABJM/_cBPpA6TKOY/s1600-h/IMG_1912%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1912" border="0" alt="IMG_1912" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cnovfEtN3qU/UQ5mG2XxXmI/AAAAAAAABJU/kiikw3YfA5A/IMG_1912_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Once we had our beach fix, we were on the road again, back through El Monteon and through the fields to the highway and home. </font></p> <p><font size="3"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-K9K9bE4lTbY/UQ5mImlIIuI/AAAAAAAABJc/flFmGSzIK80/s1600-h/P1120070%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120070" border="0" alt="P1120070" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-JfNXJz3U-Es/UQ5mJGUeA4I/AAAAAAAABJk/rJAQBve5mHc/P1120070_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-gQLeOP-NDsU/UQ5mLhJjSAI/AAAAAAAABJs/UTBJuPvI0K0/s1600-h/P1120071%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120071" border="0" alt="P1120071" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-3GiBO0Hs4oU/UQ5mMUmMH7I/AAAAAAAABJ0/aXbYzdCrMm0/P1120071_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1YuT3ky1-2E/UQ5mNbKTbAI/AAAAAAAABJ8/t7CbXKVdin4/s1600-h/P1120072%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120072" border="0" alt="P1120072" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-0BXE2pcjGC0/UQ5mOB45-wI/AAAAAAAABKE/zGepzz8JSjA/P1120072_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> Unique fence, with tree stump as a fence post!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnXIBgibM1phfBkbiuZTVl9pW8GKL7Vr_YGxOx5lHWTx5SjKjEN_bf2RX-6JraPKWEADeSwHWl47mHlX8dCVlmCra0M2CsWartl6EMnvDXxiVEkF6KqpEobehWPK0Gz8RdPXxPUUEe3Y0/s1600-h/P1120073%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120073" border="0" alt="P1120073" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgonZ7dE7AlICdNh-HJO08rtxic2EgowI8frJrUGko_5qV3Mz0i3xwqQmHqqY93f5ZnUEJYlZKWoctASE-bYB3ySQSpSF3POYAy5r-8cGxr2HgY4qz4vSapeeh9Wtd7LSjpw9nLCej8wGE/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFLOtBoN7GvOh2p9FqQDU0HlLVXE2-ML9PMcUQZqANfKbB9z5pUK4k1IqyDOv-m44olEYNQQsOlkz7IhorYOycp4DkLB2QpD19-XTYyH93QHilkyrhqnD3xzGjIdfv09GCi4gVDbZWMlU/s1600-h/P1120074%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120074" border="0" alt="P1120074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKQEGVfvxNToO-uk0EHBwkVEEcKXZmFaPYEopncmdmjf9TI935YeD2l6h4SSr0YcH3BjXrlHfN7Ec_M8lGe1SctrF2whHDbO7GeI7dlQxAIYspMH63CUUyFmcTBGGkhb0nB0TLw_g-wSU/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Another interesting side road. Oh, and</font> <font size="3">maybe another little village to see just before heading home.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ZeXdZjZuGo4/UQ5mpjnqTnI/AAAAAAAABKs/o8pB8bkHuDs/s1600-h/P1120075%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120075" border="0" alt="P1120075" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-QXKsHKGg3-A/UQ5mq78tJxI/AAAAAAAABK0/nRST83JNk7U/P1120075_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-90_8Y6ZXfEw/UQ5msaeCiCI/AAAAAAAABK8/xGESHp9FD6o/s1600-h/P1120076%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120076" border="0" alt="P1120076" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-HtHXZduOC3o/UQ5mtakL4AI/AAAAAAAABLE/M-gTJEwl6Ug/P1120076_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_pSMt4RKc_U/UQ5mvTCD7-I/AAAAAAAABLM/Ytxa4Nc3pC8/s1600-h/P1120078%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120078" border="0" alt="P1120078" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPjMJFIlRYZUVuWFw7fisCFCXthspaMjawGNFsl5POwhyejofAqG0kU26fklqlH6ceb-wQC2BkCHKxklkkDYPHz6UrwsL3mMD86-SHa1sGeCTqRoRNVTElUb-oMvrKPRfIYEjpVbU1kUg/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiomloJBRFS3CYFNmUZcXAiu3zRwInRkZgeG41wyQsJVWna6VRWiiTssm4bTjIrbtqY9_znusOYX60890BHJno82jFJscnMUsofhB8sH8Nth-P_1vmFPvGRPND-7duuFw3Oi206oxT28j0/s1600-h/P1120081%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120081" border="0" alt="P1120081" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-rNO0VaHx5Ro/UQ5my2LnB_I/AAAAAAAABLg/kho8bPwu2NI/P1120081_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_azS6dZDUMk/UQ5m0o1TSgI/AAAAAAAABLs/ciCDxy_38Nc/s1600-h/P1120085%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1120085" border="0" alt="P1120085" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXikY9pfbeTkwyv0yeCldIw0FnX0J4Gd79TPUVcTTLHk50b5OyJadOPUzs-QqjVvhn_18AuZFCXA3-DNHaAc1DdJ1wbIOSDfwLQNw72WYEdS8i0EkmT_IOIM7PkfCFmPheSvIb2G0i_Ao/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p><font size="3">Time to head home and get ready for the dinner and entertainment at the resort where Ken and Rhonda were staying. The end of a perfect day and a wonderful week spent touring with family. Thanks for coming along for the ride.</font></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-40169372402776211842013-01-21T09:03:00.001-08:002013-01-21T09:03:14.189-08:00Lo de Marcos, Nayarit, Mexico Week 1<p><font size="3" face="Arial Narrow">We arrived at La Parota RV Park, Lo de Marcos on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2012. That was a great day!!!! After travelling many miles and having a few incidents, we were very glad to get here. It was about 4:30 in the afternoon when we finally arrived at the park. Juan Jose, the owner, was not sure he had spots for us but after some conversation and reminding him that we had called and talked on the phone about a month prior he worked out a plan so we would be in one location for a few days and then move to permanent sites when the Mexicans on holiday for Christmas and New Years left for home. So began Week 1 in Lo de Marcos………</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-u8qdMN0no2GDfQN6nrEa4C9A9dKz9ZSgbrnkZUiS3bFZPwb_A3Oym2QhdIR0MKGU7KnwORr602KzjJPlSxG3h0UEn8g-uXRSiblwbvC26JnGn0G1s-oFszZ-dR8odKYwAz2YPOAOEKY/s1600-h/PC3100043.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC310004" border="0" alt="PC310004" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKmn5XBJ-9GayxDFTTFrhXLtmTPwIMT9MfDDaFbrR9FgwyyiH-lxBH_wIcrWlhUvWQIpvsWR1zzcicg9DynBDkdp95_TzKSx-mtwznbzSvFS2iy8XEvTY2a7brPwkwPeIMn-KARhKONNo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQVByaY6Zy6UkoJlnTamXK4VwuaqWKDMTXnC5Eq3WCcNMp29G8MeTuwPNpJVo9oJ61JnRvnLrfytureeGykqGPYIJnj2uWEOfirR2YL625VgYgoqjwFC_JmeMeQCMuCcLtOCpiSnUnnsM/s1600-h/PC3100073.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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Mostly Canadians and a few Americans staying in the park. All very friendly and helpful. I had gotten a message from my sister Rhonda saying that they were flying in to Puerto Vallarta on Monday, Jan. 7 for a vacation. Planning to come to Lo de Marcos for 6 nights so one of our projects for the week was to go searching the village for a suitable place for them to stay. It was fun to check all the hotels and little bungalows, etc. for rent. Johanna’s sister and husband are also coming to stay so she and Rolf were interested as well in the available accommodations. There appeared to be a plentiful supply.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Monday was New Year’s Eve so everyone encouraged us to come to the Appetizer Party in the Palappa above the Laundry and Bathrooms. Later in a park 2 doors down there was a dance with the group “The Sons of the Beach” playing. We love to dance so off we went. Very enjoyable, excellent music and later fireworks on the beach. </font></p> <p><font size="3">Tuesday, New Year’s day, was a relax and enjoy the beach day. </font><font size="3"> Get together for a drink before dinner and to bed early. Tomorrow is another busy day.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Wednesday, another day for checking out Lo de Marcos. <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-mErLv1J2U5U/UP1zxJj7dsI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/LKftStD4WGU/s1600-h/IMG_0001%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0001" border="0" alt="IMG_0001" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KZwbRwTKaqc/UP1zxj-H4MI/AAAAAAAAAtY/3MKWUsSq1_Y/IMG_0001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-kn2Df08_jFA/UP1zzVMMB1I/AAAAAAAAAtg/Qkh2CIQ5li8/s1600-h/IMG_0002%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0002" border="0" alt="IMG_0002" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6DVCS3YU6PMB8vhlVth8lGKMIi6Gmc7ooq6Ae_HgA8q_EgXzst8tdSrUFFZ6SGXQ-VdgWYOFySi6cytSOZ0oKT7rHngqUbBJC3RpNXy_HzQX6Dl3KAFVQf7X-WEf_kXUYmjYUe-ZEjkU/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-WwFsdYXmGwo/UP1z3gh8PBI/AAAAAAAAAtw/d0-RxQqUhHU/s1600-h/IMG_0006%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0006" border="0" alt="IMG_0006" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QNstrYSxZsM/UP1z4AgyncI/AAAAAAAAAt4/4Mqvd6vCrS4/IMG_0006_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-befSQdIpXu4/UP1z59Vu3xI/AAAAAAAAAuA/OSuUYsVxrWI/s1600-h/IMG_1846%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1846" border="0" alt="IMG_1846" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-s8utyURD6co/UP1z6kQ4ORI/AAAAAAAAAuI/HuY8ApBxqH8/IMG_1846_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4ayi-m9akGo/UP1z77o46pI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/LgTYsGY3zmU/s1600-h/IMG_1848%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1848" border="0" alt="IMG_1848" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6uPYIpClIHI/UP1z8k1cwjI/AAAAAAAAAuY/te1A--oAiSE/IMG_1848_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-SpXvQ1-hmfQ/UP1z-C9Z1yI/AAAAAAAAAug/FuUZb50AnHA/s1600-h/P1030024%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1030024" border="0" alt="P1030024" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KFPDKmzqDWk/UP1z_LnRTNI/AAAAAAAAAuo/QM4fT7GEveQ/P1030024_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Thursday was market day at La Penita, a larger town about 10 minutes from here. Very interesting place and we did buy a few things. I bought a blouse and a dress, Jim bought a shirt, and also purchased some fruit and veggies.</font></p> <p> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XD1Wr45HNsU/UP1z_xDnfhI/AAAAAAAAAuw/xt6LMFuU8zc/s1600-h/IMG_0005%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0005" border="0" alt="IMG_0005" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-0PN7EwVyyQU/UP10AgkPYpI/AAAAAAAAAu4/YV7Whvd3S7g/IMG_0005_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-4GFa-wGhrN4/UP10CWjwOUI/AAAAAAAAAvA/OFIxOV6ZkeI/s1600-h/P1030029%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1030029" border="0" alt="P1030029" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Y4LX6LTZXB0/UP10CwPhqOI/AAAAAAAAAvI/TBdHwTAbiCk/P1030029_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-x6Jh_hw7Y3Q/UP10E6w6YpI/AAAAAAAAAvQ/OFNbZQBMQb8/s1600-h/P1030030%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1030030" border="0" alt="P1030030" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-N7_GQnY_Nis/UP10Ff-6lMI/AAAAAAAAAvY/MserHH4NtbQ/P1030030_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pWXRVDm2VeE/UP10HA9RISI/AAAAAAAAAvg/-aV3FjQL1No/s1600-h/P1030038%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1030038" border="0" alt="P1030038" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8ym91XxXZcw/UP10H_3ut-I/AAAAAAAAAvo/roS1i9e3qrU/P1030038_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-8YpWyb7-jBk/UP10JyWvMII/AAAAAAAAAvw/M2-4GBG7pLU/s1600-h/P1030040%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1030040" border="0" alt="P1030040" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifzlGeoP-1eGGdvQjUqzr49kqJ_V7o03t0_xMDp7Dp8Bm522Nxgybimcg5XVKNTRM_nQjsFFxotMMB5l5BJReZtR2897xEQLCARpT90t-hFWuzqhglnubJRXNg0nksFwTy3IkIZJ9ys8E/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><font size="3">In the evening, we went to a movie at the park 2 doors down. Fun and good movie “Frida” Met a lovely mexican lady by the name of Angelina who is a wealth of information. She lives close to downtown and Johanna’s sister and husband have rented an apartment from her. She has 4 apartments plus their own living quarters in a very large gated Casa. We were considering this for Ken and Rhonda but they decided they only needed a hotel room.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Friday, we decided that we needed to make a trip into Bucerias to the Mega Store for groceries and possibly some cash for our monthly rent. Need $7000. pesos to take care of that.</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMpQ1zst8ZlTTx7YV3KQmlky-Sq8eHZM81wbhK2o6uNE7rp-shsncFIuJcidX4UJWPTbNOzNcNz6yXBxp_kNgyCkRZQuVCVJHpWchY6cptHkQ8BxPAFFp6QRzyF1SwRLypETwjUKtVF58/s1600-h/IMG_0010%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0010" border="0" alt="IMG_0010" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-XeFRogti4sE/UP10OV_jHZI/AAAAAAAAAwI/6Z4QlawUPUE/IMG_0010_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-fgTISR3svbI/UP10QaNLviI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/E2PRC6jq7PQ/s1600-h/IMG_0011%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0011" border="0" alt="IMG_0011" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivFGA1Htxx8RUM2U55XTtbSsbItSfTYMwkHRo15ByEkZK_gbxxFDpS-joNkq3wmG9MhjwGds9RvEwaMJ-tqORWOsNhuVGDlpnHeO2ifXBPo5fUDX6305U5zH2md4bhKy-ikcVpcjV_Ffo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-1i3Gjrd1Brc/UP10ScNxyxI/AAAAAAAAAwg/2dfqf2DGu1M/s1600-h/P1040053%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1040053" border="0" alt="P1040053" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1kDZR-RkolI/UP10S1ztBLI/AAAAAAAAAwo/9mrl6xoCZdI/P1040053_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-q76HseTBidY/UP10U_OJKlI/AAAAAAAAAww/cP5I1vHJvfI/s1600-h/P1040054%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1040054" border="0" alt="P1040054" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-FCvsAifLQGo/UP10VhlZE7I/AAAAAAAAAw4/TWlThkeN5Ds/P1040054_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">We were pleased to find a Scotiabank by the Mega store as that means we can get cash from the ATM at no charge. Interesting to go shopping at the Mega as it is very much like The Canadian Superstore. You can find just about anything that you need. From there we checked out where the Walmart was and saw also the Sam’s Club. I checked at a Optometrists Office to see what prescription Sunglasses would cost me but I actually think I can purchase them in the US for just as reasonable. Maybe I will check at Walmart. My problem is that I have astigmatism so that always makes them more expensive. Great trip in to town and back. On our way home, we stopped at a market along the road and purchased a bonsay tree. Cute!</font></p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8xemZnj5Wx1IKM8mBLdX__n6mVybL-d4ETQEhypN_oEoRpzexCOgjHpffW6EuVX0Y8lbBMBLpt5G11NEuXf3UIyZtuaPuRQaSVhE3mzduqRFdNV1HE6si_TABGGkoKUFFEYVw-3pvTPo/s1600-h/IMG_0022%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0022" border="0" alt="IMG_0022" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgSZPBQexMak2P1Xkf1Z8Jz7lllD4j1z0giN5C619fwUokkXfqkiTE7P3gL7IziNXbhXr3Bk93ASJ_8-ExXi5jQEHEAlpsdswokdnxLjhfyyDFgYgcndu1gvIHC5Un1Vvlsm4PHyuAKmE/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-b_wjDNcJ6WU/UP10YTpRZQI/AAAAAAAAAxQ/F23tOFMZfD8/s1600-h/IMG_0023%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0023" border="0" alt="IMG_0023" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-YFR9Bq9AlJI/UP10ZKx3XuI/AAAAAAAAAxY/YUmZ3LlLjCM/IMG_0023_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-nRfk3DqHqm8/UP10bVvUc7I/AAAAAAAAAxg/NlLgxZhHcco/s1600-h/IMG_0025%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0025" border="0" alt="IMG_0025" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_NI1L7f5p8Ax6ouJBzXHFauH0QUqG6-CPkNtEeYxS3Ok0xr38OlytGuTOIebxaTzIXdGT1V8aWAqy2bUOp994gFN8m0bjJV5yOPZIfHsT0Iv_DNIqfNGT10Z-2B80lRFr4qA-xUfBlA4/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-fu4zMYssIkc/UP10dvvBVCI/AAAAAAAAAxw/yGyTNDqFMck/s1600-h/P1040055%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1040055" border="0" alt="P1040055" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-FkebYOY3Zi0/UP10eSqijnI/AAAAAAAAAx4/IvFfewe97i8/P1040055_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tSZE0H9UQ3k/UP10gIyce4I/AAAAAAAAAyA/MKpw1acaPHE/s1600-h/P1040056%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="P1040056" border="0" alt="P1040056" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SdMul_Pfzvo/UP10grsCgXI/AAAAAAAAAyI/7tzEHjvbpBw/P1040056_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><font size="3">Saturday, a lovely day for walking on the beach and in the evening after supper we listened to a group playing and singing in one of the sites. Rolf and Johanna were off to pick up their family at the airport in Puerto Vallarta.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Sunday, we were invited to a Birthday Party for a little girl in the park. Jim had made friends with her at the New Year’s party and Mom had stopped by several times for a visit. 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The party was much like that at home. Games, food, cake and gifts. </font></p> <p><font size="3">I was getting excited to see my sister!!! Has been many months. The end to week #1 in Lo de Marcos, Mexico!!!</font></p> <p><font size="3">More to come……………………………….</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-16337562039495746422013-01-16T11:20:00.001-08:002013-01-16T11:20:03.259-08:00Texas to Mexico!!! December 2012<p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Bu6kNBU6FDg/UPbyiTG5-zI/AAAAAAAAAeE/9STU_UTro04/s1600-h/IMG_00013.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0001" border="0" alt="IMG_0001" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5W27AmWYzfg/UPbyi3U6ruI/AAAAAAAAAeM/xCIVRo_5V48/IMG_0001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Crossing the border at Pharr International Border Crossing! </p> <p> <font size="3">We spent the night before we left at a Walmart in Alamo, Texas. Up at 5:00 am and on the road by 6:00 heading to the Pharr Border Crossing.</font> </p> <p><font size="3">Crossing was easy, the border patrol just waved us on through. They were all bundled up in toques and warm coats. Wouldn’t you know, we headed onto the wrong road almost immediately, even though we had great instruction from our friend Marcel! Luckily, not far down the road was a little corner store, much like a 7 Eleven, we stopped and a kind Mexican hopped on board and took us to the right corner so we could get to Highway 97. Marcel had given us instructions for the whole trip, if we would have followed them we probably wouldn’t have missed the turn. </font><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bYCJvYXW2Qg/UPbykpn3ggI/AAAAAAAAAeU/WfoqFxCFtt4/s1600-h/IMG_00033.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0003" border="0" alt="IMG_0003" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs4_3vW7bF-6kxufqm8Sx7XYi2-elh1wBB_usEDCioX3w4Bdp0LxSsNVvQ4Rj8rdpLF93kkpVHWFqXLNGQn3zyiJvsTU1wGCqKKJgyAkJlOvup85tV4rusA3pTkDvoHl19qV4Ev62XdME/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></font></a><font size="3"> Our first sunrise in Mexico as we drove through Reynosa. A few kilometers down the road was a check stop and the young friendly Mexican checked our papers for the Motorhome and sent us on our way. We drove through farming and cattle country. When the road is 2 lanes, they also have a very large curb and in this case most vehicles, especially the slower ones are all driving on the right curb. Vehicles are constantly passing, so strange to see sometimes 3 or 4 vehicles on a passing on the same stretch of 2 lanes. But the drivers all seem to know what they are doing, great idea, 11:45 am we stopped at at Pemax (the government controlled gas stations) all full service. No problems at all, very pleasant, the only thing to remember is that very few stations have Credit Card service, you need to make sure you have lots of cash on hand, which we did. At this station it worked out to 90 cents per litre for the premium gas.</font></p> <p>Past many small villages and farms etc. <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-WeETS3gou40/UPbym2dKlRI/AAAAAAAAAek/PUFenBPvkPc/s1600-h/PC2900103.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290010" border="0" alt="PC290010" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-U2wsheFvwh0/UPbynUa1UkI/AAAAAAAAAes/WuYAWVG_lxg/PC290010_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> On to another highway and heading to Cuidad Victoria.<a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yoVTERmyymg/UPbyoQne1tI/AAAAAAAAAe0/Ic1fP6cDC5c/s1600-h/PC2900413.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290041" border="0" alt="PC290041" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-p5yERSNKeeA/UPbyo-NclHI/AAAAAAAAAe8/vOWj4ixD7hw/PC290041_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="152"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWcnpDYuHLmZbe-TAesCyskFXzWIu4iNckQvKbYjiL4vWhWfb3noryX5CxqrJQAWh1Te23gKYnJ3zgn8kfdLlK-gyQRI6hm1VTRozIk1BfxA-eWroGfxuTZ93rDjdzKkbyduG9N5T6uMc/s1600-h/PC2900163.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290016" border="0" alt="PC290016" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-VWy0OXQgDwA/UPbyqDlVhtI/AAAAAAAAAfQ/_NdMeOGZBa4/PC290016_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="141"></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidcH5D79qRCIBGeS6w-dAller7rNCMV65UVP5RAWiYzyi8ii0oHOK5Hvpyegw_mPaR1NjoVICnStSt2J0r6NLhPywBLiOm6o_csPkKT56VIV8oqaDmrs5xPef8HwbQnfHjW5smWzNROhM/s1600-h/PC2900503.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Interesting intersection on Hwy." border="0" alt="Interesting intersection on Hwy." src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uR0YMuy7rCU/UPbyr2fXITI/AAAAAAAAAfg/Ls-HgiQJ42Q/PC290050_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="153"></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ziGvpjQA3Lg/UPbys9lY4zI/AAAAAAAAAfo/SaDdvzZr234/s1600-h/PC2900613.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Beautiful highway!" border="0" alt="Beautiful highway!" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-58V2nnhxQcM/UPbytnRpFoI/AAAAAAAAAfw/wz7rjVcc_uo/PC290061_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="163"></a> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RhsKVwoAvoU/UPbyulZqq9I/AAAAAAAAAf4/Ac_OuVtbp1w/s1600-h/PC2900703.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Military caravan!" border="0" alt="Military caravan!" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0AIAFTBqAJY/UPbyvRCRGsI/AAAAAAAAAgA/XXXH1vpq3Z0/PC290070_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="156"></a> Beautiful scenery and interesting views. Our first day was smooth going. We stopped in a small mountain village and Jim gave out some of the toys he had brought along. News travels fast, he gave out a couple of things and all of a sudden there were many Moms and children that showed up.</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqSkMF8eWrSfxoRo1WWi-Q37DAL6gKaHdHhpWRqP59JSXCyb3JF6454mDcDGsmvg7OATY_KKFfwE40dmDGYXW_SlwxpC6RVPFuJ9cna6O1gOvbEX3XMFSNGTIDW30ecZqNjzv9o_510-4/s1600-h/PC2900983.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290098" border="0" alt="PC290098" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HNDo-ekmnDs/UPbyxTWAiWI/AAAAAAAAAgQ/7XtuwZaeeQk/PC290098_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-oE8qolKwxOE/UPbyzNiadwI/AAAAAAAAAgY/Pp-qWj4x0cY/s1600-h/PC2901113.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Pleased with their gift!" border="0" alt="Pleased with their gift!" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-a8jxl6Q_LWQ/UPbyzhM6U5I/AAAAAAAAAgg/PKG-MVewciM/PC290111_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="210"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WHS6jGjFyZQ/UPby2c2h66I/AAAAAAAAAgo/8JyYvlVHtbg/s1600-h/PC2901143.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Is the back pack free?" border="0" alt="Is the back pack free?" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-ZzGwVOyLStFYTa8YugmvjAhxzyFSreBpxXlj4Sw_Ll0x-S6VMB3vO8lW_xMP8gZV2i-yYMq28vULSMNj9yzQlA4yw_RHlCIVBVkQwckW6ueU3y6uJWtdjB_WoDS9_qzxGL6pWzP1Su8/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-u8b2dKHZ9DQ/UPby5Xto6LI/AAAAAAAAAg4/LZ1GmTjPE0w/s1600-h/PC2901153.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Coca Cola Stand in village" border="0" alt="Coca Cola Stand in village" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-X_QET4j_mf0/UPby6C3jDBI/AAAAAAAAAhA/Fm8j0Ul63ko/PC290115_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="129"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-X-PMvi_AxWQ/UPby78IyeyI/AAAAAAAAAhI/kcjgUWP9hsU/s1600-h/PC2901163.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Wow! More toys?" border="0" alt="Wow! More toys?" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dMQ4dYX__9M/UPby8pdZAbI/AAAAAAAAAhQ/XwYO9U9lyTI/PC290116_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-JyjEFcC9lE4/UPby-N-L66I/AAAAAAAAAhY/IR4UutvpGGw/s1600-h/PC2901173.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Jim sharing toys" border="0" alt="Jim sharing toys" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_rQ1YZ9s3ZU/UPby-0f1keI/AAAAAAAAAhg/yywF_lfY3eM/PC290117_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> Everyone was so happy and thankful, but none happier than Jim as he did his thing. We all enjoyed watching the little ones and their Moms. As you can see from the pictures, the weather was chilly and everyone was wearing a jacket. This was our last stop before getting to San Luis Potosi where we would spend the night at a Pemex (gas station). The rest of the afternoon drive went quickly and as we got closer to the city, looking for the Pemex, we missed the turn off to the Toll road that we should have taken around the city. Oh, well just keep looking for a Pemex on our side of the road. Finally, just before the turn off to a major ring road we saw a Pemex and pulled in. Seemed fine and settled in for the night. Next to the Pemex there was a little Pub, Jim and Rolf went and had a cerveza with the locals. Very nice, friendly folk. We parked so close together that Jim decided to try and climb across from one motorhome to the other through the window. </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-enmd7YysUWg/UPbzAuHSPGI/AAAAAAAAAho/GaMipK24NzQ/s1600-h/PC2901193.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Pemex Camping at San Luis Potosi" border="0" alt="Pemex Camping at San Luis Potosi" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-JtiYS4pwUuY/UPbzBOtmLfI/AAAAAAAAAhw/fGCyzrDNhjs/PC290119_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gUsqiw7zlhw/UPbzD_UX-zI/AAAAAAAAAh4/MnyVw_WVKFU/s1600-h/PC2901203.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290120" border="0" alt="PC290120" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--9ITOsjH1zY/UPbzFDGDhhI/AAAAAAAAAiA/wbT-rMTVT1w/PC290120_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="132"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-tBGtYM1iOlI/UPbzHpUDyjI/AAAAAAAAAiI/aYN6ZplJvMg/s1600-h/PC2901213.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290121" border="0" alt="PC290121" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hZlMQ1GVzCg/UPbzJC1y1sI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/Aob5uzrKvPk/PC290121_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-F34WD9_Ppvk/UPbzLhK9C4I/AAAAAAAAAiY/G5ZzVUtaUoo/s1600-h/PC2901223.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290122" border="0" alt="PC290122" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Rhr-QLuRdlg/UPbzMtomQcI/AAAAAAAAAig/aVnE9vcYR2w/PC290122_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-TJfK-xqyX1w/UPbzOBwd6LI/AAAAAAAAAio/77A45TCdbkU/s1600-h/PC2901233.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290123" border="0" alt="PC290123" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-npC_XjelJEQ/UPbzPVRvNEI/AAAAAAAAAiw/XHmias9xjCg/PC290123_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-gCCZRYtfdtY/UPbzRXn2ZaI/AAAAAAAAAi4/9xHCObpvWCM/s1600-h/PC2901243.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC290124" border="0" alt="PC290124" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jB0h4V6W9rg/UPbzSSsBMrI/AAAAAAAAAjA/Zky8p6EsgmQ/PC290124_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> </p> <p><font size="3">Later we all had dinner together and settled in for the night, Camp Pemex was noisy with vehicles and music from the station all night long, not bad music, mostly Mexican music, just not something you want to hear while trying to sleep<u></u><u></u></font> <p><font size="3"><u></u><u></u></font> <p><font size="3">We had driven 680 klm and were on the road around 11 hours…</font> <p><strong><font size="3">Day 2……</font></strong><font size="3">got up at 5am, topped up the gas and left by 6. Jim had talked to the gas station attendant and was advised to go through this city ( early Sunday <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZXXMOka2M88/UPbzUUJcBiI/AAAAAAAAAjI/PWJVCKUwgo8/s1600-h/PC300127%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300127" border="0" alt="PC300127" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-mkFQqSbguao/UPbzVU8tdbI/AAAAAAAAAjQ/LzZLoQqb5SU/PC300127_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a>morning, quiet on the roads ) as opposed to around it. So off we went, nice freeway, not much traffic and within 20 mins, we see a police car with sirens on. Well they pulled us over, directed us off the freeway onto a side street in town. What the heck! Long story short, we were not supposed to be in the left lane on the freeway, and possibly not on the freeway through the city. Should have been on the Toll road that we missed yesterday. So they started off wanting $4000 peso for the fine and you can pay at the police station on January 2, 2013. Then you get driver’s license back. That was not going to work for us so we kept talking and finally</font><font size="3"> we got them down to $3000 pesos, which is around $230. Pay on the spot. We were in the wrong and the fine was probably not out of line. The police were very nice (of course they got their money) and then they proceeded to escort us back on the freeway and out of town. Not a great start to the day but we were relieved to be on the road and out of San Luis Potosi. Oh, Oh, this road is probably not the road we should have taken. Just carry on and see what is next. We travelled at least 30 klm on a narrow windy mountain road that eventually connected to Hwy 80. It straightened out but was heavy fog and difficult to see. Thank goodness it was a good paved road. <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1r7cgpo3AX4/UPbzXprRkYI/AAAAAAAAAjY/Niy-Y9Sm7kM/s1600-h/IMG_0006%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0006" border="0" alt="IMG_0006" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nkXBwFYMznY/UPbzZrePPfI/AAAAAAAAAjg/xx2F8_pPNrE/IMG_0006_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">After many miles and several tolls we were on a 4 lane highway but then had a option to take a side road. Ended up going through a fairly large mountain city.<a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ujFPsAEv2ys/UPbzbSug2eI/AAAAAAAAAjo/z3Xhmv84nlI/s1600-h/PC300132%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300132" border="0" alt="PC300132" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikQce4YFSEhZPTWGg6NLK_plJlnSwT6tDv1fXApiemZUcCofkLBN687cCEUHW3Y7yu50j8_A-nwexVF4wbMUqYiYFYG2OnLqyXRabe92qSgkaYs8iCdL8_8slM23tiQssXSnhxEsSX0KQ/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-JTkVDtNOIqk/UPbzfpJ2HBI/AAAAAAAAAj4/aLNwye_sDGA/s1600-h/PC300135%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300135" border="0" alt="PC300135" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pKzzYih_i2k/UPbzg_PINQI/AAAAAAAAAkA/UJx1ZLNLD7U/PC300135_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjosF6THWLLspf46fgirDezcGVsfd87cZaUNmjCsvEf67KwTuZQ9Xpd1_cMygSOCuWvd68MJcWCTMOxDPZEEvKcx3H8EtdBa9qnakWPyNWaMF9QwzYFz7JEAmelylTmaa6us76lqxgVH2U/s1600-h/PC300136%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300136" border="0" alt="PC300136" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--aPWXW8tNdY/UPbzlej1aEI/AAAAAAAAAkQ/FtEO99PqJ8g/PC300136_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YqLYuo0N0S0/UPbznwkR3qI/AAAAAAAAAkY/EpNX6dre1rY/s1600-h/PC300141%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300141" border="0" alt="PC300141" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-dHyeRZWz-u4/UPbzpBTcy3I/AAAAAAAAAkg/iHwAEhZvHu8/PC300141_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg74BiTXkOAm_BfVh8vQDsbFqlTOYTAhszL3Gmsx0XDPOE8LGyzGoMyOZAjvh6y2M85SRb6bZYFhLMAzTqcC7hUuIbVNoNx9bbmzuXYs_sjwS33jscbPqF1WOTI79XAkOPR69atuYIOM8w/s1600-h/PC300143%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300143" border="0" alt="PC300143" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hkbAEMiTyw0/UPbzsD6V7tI/AAAAAAAAAkw/XkOKkq-zaRc/PC300143_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></font></p> <p><font size="3">Whew, got through that one and on a country road. Rolf needed propane so we are keeping out eyes peeled. Jim spotted one on the left side of the road and on the right was a Pemex. Pulled off quickly and topped up, parked while they got their propane. This is farming and ranching country.<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LggkIypqVVw/UPbztzq_7YI/AAAAAAAAAk4/qFGc7-7H8MM/s1600-h/PC300152%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300152" border="0" alt="PC300152" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gWEJcdAF1Pw/UPbzvVFdctI/AAAAAAAAAlA/xaJk5sdTd_U/PC300152_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-e_NIAXSMPws/UPbzxEB0EwI/AAAAAAAAAlI/x2D7LdY17nU/s1600-h/PC300153%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300153" border="0" alt="PC300153" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-76DK-7R_aa4/UPbzxoz7W_I/AAAAAAAAAlQ/J9x0Nd29PxM/PC300153_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> While in the Pemex, a young lady from the Los Angeles told us that we could get cash from the bank in the next town. Because of our episode with the police we were concerned that we might not have enough pesos for the toll roads. </font><font size="3">Well, finding our way through the village was a challenge. OMG the town was big but very small tight congested streets. A very nice Mexican man pulled over in front of us, got out of his car and with his broken English, asked if he could help. He led us to a place to pull over, then walked us gals to the bank, while the guys stayed with the RVs. He waited until we got out of the bank, offered to get us a coffee, asked if we needed vegetables (which we did), explained what some of the unknown fruits and veggies were, walked us back to the RVs, insisting he walk on the outside of the sidewalk. Then suggested how we should drive through Guadalajara and lead us out of town with his car. We would have never been able to figure it out without him. He wouldn’t take any money for his help, you could tell he was well off. Mexicans are kind, helpful, beautiful people. 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Very high mountain roads but excellent pavement and everyone moving along. Passed by some markets on the road. Beautiful scenery!!!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Fg-Sze88-Ug/UPb77yg8a2I/AAAAAAAAAn8/fHan8Go1gcE/s1600-h/PC300199%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300199" border="0" alt="PC300199" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-xUSGTMDoq2c/UPb78ZEFWRI/AAAAAAAAAoE/1wo2TdPEFSg/PC300199_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-sxysPWelqZM/UPb79ahLHUI/AAAAAAAAAoM/kZ7cTIjNk2g/s1600-h/PC300200%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300200" border="0" alt="PC300200" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VrqMU8HTG4Q/UPb7-J6k8_I/AAAAAAAAAoU/TccP_iYMhHM/PC300200_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_x1Rv1REYt0VQJ1fXuwJUrY-y0QqZ27cesfPVJ8K-N6lvuvHWN5aT1lTo4G9znqfdCdrHOJ7vTPYy5E84rKzrjqhyphenhyphenmc2Y4Cqs7ily2RMQTtA95QXslKVrUjqvJGH1jdl-U2CP6bMN0Yc/s1600-h/PC300201%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300201" border="0" alt="PC300201" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pPKWS5rPZZo/UPb7_h95CmI/AAAAAAAAAok/uKZw_0gxb9o/PC300201_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0dwswJ5c51MGsM0ljTY_MLI9eEfjcvriXaJdjoJcK43eUw6AwGbetAAneV6Hk2ssehtVFPpusASs5xasD9412SFcMTZNp_1pQRUnJoRoy7cWn7Srx9VwaD-5LcbyOaw2w2Ek3P2xWIEw/s1600-h/PC300202%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="PC300202" border="0" alt="PC300202" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-8gav3odINNs/UPb8BekhUUI/AAAAAAAAAo0/P-r3BHohwGI/PC300202_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <font size="3">Busy, busy on a Sunday afternoon. One very scenic and interesting village we passed by was Tequila, named for all the agave plants grown there for the tequila. Also, very interesting to see the brick factories along the highway. All fired by hand. Amazing!<a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-M9GEJqnIs4o/UPb8CXzhoZI/AAAAAAAAAo8/T3nRsdSC8dw/s1600-h/IMG_0020%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0020" border="0" alt="IMG_0020" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-19HLbO3oTTQ/UPb8CyYBwxI/AAAAAAAAApE/4yP9SrX4G7Q/IMG_0020_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-imvbDxLXomo/UPb8E0oIb_I/AAAAAAAAApM/jntnochfiUE/s1600-h/IMG_0021%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0021" border="0" alt="IMG_0021" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-aToqqXp-clk/UPb8FQSBc8I/AAAAAAAAApU/FIp9nnqrY78/IMG_0021_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-WRiDYnE2ZKE/UPb8G0aefOI/AAAAAAAAApc/rhCTZXhqCT8/s1600-h/IMG_0022%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0022" border="0" alt="IMG_0022" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ue9mKtwQwuw/UPb8HVkARJI/AAAAAAAAApk/GpTDyMO4jJM/IMG_0022_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jjZaujgjEIM/UPb8JKu3kuI/AAAAAAAAAps/0Zd7uNvGnVI/s1600-h/IMG_0023%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0023" border="0" alt="IMG_0023" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Tt5FzEmVHLg/UPb8Jytk3JI/AAAAAAAAAp0/02SpWFOZPaA/IMG_0023_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> So much to see and impossible to record for viewing at it’s fullest. We missed the exit to Tepic which was going to take us to the final toll and down to Highway 200. Had to make 2 U-turns on the highway. Very intense! Rolf with his shorter motorhome had now problem but it was touch and go for us. On the second one there was a vendor selling pillows that were displayed along the shoulder of the road. I think we may have run over a few so I gave the young fellow some pesos to hopefully compensate. A very bad spot to be set up to sell. We held up the traffic and luckily made the turn. Finally, our last toll road, we see a group of young folks trying to catch a ride. They looked very friendly and so told them that we could take 3. They pleaded, hoping that we would take their amigos as well. Turns out that there were 6 amigos from the University of Guadalajara travelling to Sayulita(surfing beach) for some of the Christmas break. They all crowded into the motorhome and off we went. Beautiful young people, 2 musicians, an artist, a dancer, and 2 journalists. <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-G-45zbBCPxE/UPb8LAcUewI/AAAAAAAAAp8/bO6v-cL7U7Q/s1600-h/IMG_0028%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0028" border="0" alt="IMG_0028" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-IwqqY4cNRg0/UPb8LhDm6NI/AAAAAAAAAqA/wOYkX3a7L1o/IMG_0028_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="275" height="184"></a> They assured us that they were not dangerous. A great bunch. The last leg of our journey was not without incident. The road was very narrow and steep, lots of traffic(big buses full of tourists), at one turn Jim had to do some major over compensating for a incompetent bus driver who was over the center line as he came around the curve meeting us. As we were turning on to Hwy 200, it seemed as if the motorhome had no power or was not getting any fuel so stop along the road for a bit and then it seemed OK. Continue down the steep highway and finally we get to La Penita, no power again, pull over on to the lateral road (service road), the guys check the bus. Wow, we sure noticed the heat when we got out. Waited a bit, the motorhome started and we continued on our way, hoping that we were soon at our destination. Another 10 – 15 minutes and we arrived at Lo de Marcos. One of the students said that his grandmother has a house here so they left us near the entrance to town. Another challenge presented its self as we tried to navigate the streets of Lo de Marcos in the big rigs. Narrow, cobblestone, rough streets, big pot holes,</font><font size="3"> lots of people and cars parked along the side. We disconnected the car. Jim could not make the first turn so had to back up and go to the next corner, finally made it around the corner down the street to La Parota RV Park. It took the owner Juan Jose a few minutes to figure out where he would but us until the weekend folks had left. Finally, after 700 klm and 10 hours on the road, we could breath a breathe of relief and congratulate the guys for a great job of driving. </font></p> <p><font size="3">In retrospect, it was a very tiring, stressful day, but we made it without any accidents or any life threatening incidents. Maybe we should have done the trip in 3 days but the closer we got to the Pacific coast, the more we wanted to just reach our destination. Turns out that we should not have driven through the cities with a big rig. That is a definite no no here unless you can drive the lateral roads. We are learning and have stories to tell!</font></p> <p><font size="3">Well, let’s check out the beach, talk to some folks and get settled. 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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Our first camping spot in New Brunswick. Right on the beach. Met two couples from Alberta and spent a few evening hours by our gas campfire visiting, getting to know them and exchanging emails. We ended up traveling with Lyd and Dwayne off and on for the next few weeks. Great couple from Edmonton that have a house in Honduras where they spend the winters. As we travelled we met up with Walt and Mary from Camrose in various places. They returned home to Alberta in September. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">New Brunswick was a lovely experience done in two parts. The first trip down the east coast scenic route as we headed to PEI. Our second night was spent on the fisherman's wharf at Richibucto where the guys bought 4 freshly caught lobsters for $20.00 cash. Best lobster meal I have ever had and we cooked them ourselves. We were able to stay on the wharf for a second night. I went to a salon and had my hair cut and colored and we went for a bike ride.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Next day, up and on the way to PEI. Still traveling the coast scenic route and it took us on a side road that was gravel for a few miles. Actually the gravel was better than the pavement. Finally arrived at the famous bridge to cross over to the island. The wind was blowing but for us it was a tailwind, so blew us across the bridge. Stopped at the info center and gathered our information for the stay, maps etc. Our friend Norm had told us about a place call North Rustico which is really on the north side so got directions and proceeded to find this place. Free camping at a marina. Got to love it!!! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The last evening we were here, some fishermen came in with a 900 lb. Tuna and there was cause for celebration. Lots of beer for all! Everyone connected showed up and they gave us some tenderloin from the tail. Lyd cooked up some for the guys and everyone thought it quite funny that a prairie girl was the first one to get them to eat fresh caught Tuna.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Each day we took a road trip in the car to see some more sights. Went to Charlottetown, thinking we would go to the Seafood Festival but got there and discovered it was very expensive for what we would be interested in so decide to do a walkaround the Historical part of the city. Lovely and very interesting! There was a cruise ship in the harbor so that was a point of interest as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">After another night at the Marina it was time to move to a RV Park. Found a great park on the north coast and stayed about 3 days. Toured Summerside, the beaches, Farmer's market, Ann of Green Gables and many more. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We stayed at Twin Shores RV Park for 3 nights where we met up with Johanna and Rolf Heimlicher, a couple that we had met in California 2 years ago. Great visiting again. They are heading in the same direction as we are and may see them again down the road.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">When we left Twins Shores we decided that we would take the ferry across to Nova Scotia so left Lyd and Dwayne with plans to meet up at the RV park on Cape Breton.</span><br />
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Bye, friends! See you soon!<br />
Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-36686139693134453312012-11-19T09:01:00.001-08:002012-11-19T09:01:23.459-08:00Old Quebec City!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After a stressful drive in the rain, through Montreal, and through the west side of Quebec City, over the bridge, construction, we arrived at Levis, QC. Easily found the Walmart parking lot and got settled. Several rigs there so we knew it was a good one to stay at. We were tired from the drive so unhooked the car and took a short drive around town, checked out the ferry across the St. Lawrence river to Old Quebec City. Decided too late in the day to go over and tour around, will wait until tomorrow. Main street Levis is very quaint but not much open as it was late Saturday. When we returned to the RV, we discovered that several other rigs had pulled in. Had a visit with a couple from Charlo, New Brunswick. They gave us the low down on some of the things to see and do in New Brunswick and PEI. They were on their way to a Rodeo in Tite, Quebec. Famous, almost as big and well known as the Calgary Stampede. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sunday, Sept 9 we were up early, and looking to go over the ferry to Old Quebec. Jim was talking to a couple of fellows outside and one was from BC. After discussing the options, he and Jim decided we should go in to the city together. So glad we did! Mennow and Vi were great company and we had a wonderful day touring the ancient city! The next morning, we were up and on the road early to make the trip through to New Brunswick.</span>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-13133477656111603502012-09-27T06:17:00.001-07:002012-09-27T06:17:57.624-07:00Niagara Fall! Ottawa!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hey, what can I say, we made it to Niagara Falls, and got our pictures, had a nice walk along the river and fought the Labor Day crowds. On our way, we drove through Port Dover and a few other lovely areas. It is very pretty all along the route. We had a bit of trouble finding a spot to park but really not bad. Glad to make it here and see this Wonder of the World. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Because it was mid afternoon, Labor Day, and a holiday was a good time to get our drive through Toronto over with. It went amazing and we were through the area in now time. Took a side road and drove through many small towns and communties. Camped at Port Hope in the Zellers parking lot. In the morning, Jim needed to find a shop that could supply him with a piece of metal for a bit of work he had to do on the hitch for the car. Found the spot in Cobourg and of course it started to rain so he had to do the work under the awning of the motorhome. All done, lunch over and we were on our way. Unfortunately, in our travels we had a bit of a mishap. Going out of the Zellers parking lot, it was extremely bumpy and uneven, don't know if the cupboard door was not shut or what exactly properly or what happened but all of our plates fell out and crashed on the floor. All smashed except one so we threw it out as well. Looking for new plates. Our next evening stop after taking more side roads and going along the river was Trenton at the Walmart. it was a quiet nite and we were on the road fairly early next day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When we stopped for lunch, Jim discovered that the water pump was not working. What next! Drove along for awhile and then found a great spot to stop so he could check things out. I went for a walk in this little town by the name of Bath and took a few pictures etc. Jim was able to fix the pump, by passing the relay switch. We bought a couple of books for 50 cents each and headed down the road. Drove along the coast to the intersection just before Kingston and headed north on Hwy 15 towards Ottawa. The landscape changes here again and the roads are not as good. Enjoyed the drive through the area, got through Smiths Falls,(took a wrong turn) and back enroute arrived at Merrickville. This turned out to be one of our favorite places in Ontario.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It is right on the Rideau Canal and there are locks there for the boats to go through. Very interesting! We parked and walked around the main street and area. Had a beer in one of the many quaint and unique pubs and decided to check out the campground which was right in town.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We even had a fire and sat out til after 9:00 pm. Next day, washed some clothes, took another walk, I spent some money and bought a nice little black dress, and had lunch in the Mainstreet Cafe before we hit the road. We filled up with diesel and propane in Kemptville and proceeded to follow the directions on my phone to the Walmart in Barrhaven to park the rig so we can tour the Parliament Buildings etc. Arrived there after a bit of confusion and got parked. Went into Walmart for a few things and I went looking for a pedicure. Didn't have to go far and got what I wanted done. An hour and a half later I was back in the motorhome. Took a drive around the area and went for a short walk. After a pleasant evening, we were up early, ready to tackle the tour.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-38316108241009708702012-09-09T05:14:00.001-07:002012-09-09T05:14:18.294-07:00Long Point!We spent four lovely days with Rick and Debbie at the Marina where they have a permanent spot for their fifth wheel. The owner allowed us to park the RV close to the water. We met their new friends Karl and Marilyn who took us out on Sunday evening to Port Rowe to see the fire works. Fabulous! I could spend time going into details but the whole experience was great. So nice to see them at their home and be able to picture them there. 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We went west to Port McNicoll, stopped to view the big ship, home for the 100th Anniversary. The S.S.Keewatin. The plans are to turn it into a museum, theatre, restaurant and pub. Will be gorgeous. Continued up the way to Marina's restaurant for breakfast. Yummy! Back on the trail to the Shrine. After checking that out we biked through a lovely park and along the water at Midland. On the way back stopped and chatted with a fellow parked with his RV close to the shrine. Decided that would be a good place to move ours to. Heading back we took a turn into the Huron museum. A gal gave us her ticket so decided to return. Did some shopping and moved the bus. Cleaned up, Jim had a nap and I walked over to view the Shrine. Beautiful place. 70 acres of land dedicated to the many Martyrs in the Catholic Faith. After I returned from my tour we went across the river and toured the museum. Very interesting. When we were done decided enough for one day. It was hot and beautiful so went back to have dinner and enjoy the evening. Next morning, up early again and on the road heading to Waterloo. Drove the back roads again and stopped at Wasaga Beach fo breakfast. Took a very narrow side road through Tiny which ended up being really tiny. Glad to be out of there. It was very interesting taking the side roads and we found ourselves at a small city by the name of Elora. Very famous for some of the movies shot there. Some locals let us fill up with water and while exploring the shops noticed product from my daughter Selena and son-in-law Gerard. That was fun! Found out we were only about 20 min away from Waterlo and our friends home. Arrived at Rick and Debbie's in time to have dinner and make plans for our days together at Long Point. Rick applied on line for a permit so we could park one night on the street. 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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Most days, when we are travelling, we prefer to be up early and on the road by 6:30-7:00am. unless there are things we are going to see in the area. We had seen all we wanted in Nipigon. As were travelling along Lake Superior, we saw a white sandy beach, Jim quickly made the decision to pull in. Very tight parking lot and we had to unhook the car so we could get back out. Kathrine Cove is so sweet and we actually were able to go in the water. Warm and clean! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I noticed that the whole eastern coast of Lake Superior had beach after beach. After fueling up at Sault Ste.-Marie we continued on to Bruce Mines. This is another cute little Marina, right off the Highway. We stopped thinking we would have supper at "The Bobbers" a fish and chips restaurant and stayed the whole night. Had live entertainment at an open air gazebo/seating. Very talented young man.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Tuesday, August 25, early on the road again and after some debate as to whether or not take the ferry on to Manitoulin Island or drive past Sudbury we decided to go the highway. It was a long drive but decided it was worth it as we eventually ended up at the base of the Georgian Bay at Victoria Harbor. At one point we pulled off the highway thinking we were going to have lunch at a nice picnic spot. The picnic area was there but no parking for big Rigs. </span> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKLp5kU2yLaRGVY1jU1Yj0tFM4z_ZsOltZ-uV8bc1hlxWzTwDVqij5FkXHDgbqs98zrNhgneL4lR4T0hh6M-7HfvAFE2ecWuG0SUXlM0UK-2_BND3EQz3ZBX_lvG4ujxhw5aQRTIQA4I/s1600/2012-08-27+22.19.16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmKLp5kU2yLaRGVY1jU1Yj0tFM4z_ZsOltZ-uV8bc1hlxWzTwDVqij5FkXHDgbqs98zrNhgneL4lR4T0hh6M-7HfvAFE2ecWuG0SUXlM0UK-2_BND3EQz3ZBX_lvG4ujxhw5aQRTIQA4I/s320/2012-08-27+22.19.16.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Oh, well, let's eat and get going! Once again, had to unhook the car to turn aroung. LOL! It was only another short drive and we were at Victoria Harbor where we settled in for the night at the Foodland parking lot. Nice owner, said it was fine and we were just a short distance from the water and a marina again. After we settled in, got some groceries, Jim got our bikes out and we went for a long bike ride on the trail right next to our RV. Finished the day with a nice dinner and watched the sun go down over the water. It was a bit cool and windy so didn't linger long. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This was a very difficult day for me as I had just said goodbye to my Mom at the hospital knowing that it was probably the last time I would talk to or see her.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Jim had to back on to the ferry because they told him he might have to drive off at Friday Island. We didn't have a reservation and there were a lot of snowbirds loading. Yep, he had to drive off, quickly get in the line up again and drive back on. It worked fine and we were off again to finish the trip. Very lovely crossing and no hassle crossing the border.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Drove to and camped at Angel of the Winds Casino the first night then drove to Seven Feathers Casino and overnight again. Were a bit concerned about the weather but everything turned out fine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">We were following Bob over the pass and this looks bad but wasn't for very long and everything cleared up.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Once we were California the roads were clear and dry. We stopped at a roadside area and when Jim went to start the RV, it wouldn't go. He had to use a bungee cord and loop it around the celanoid(sp?) He did this the rest of the trip to Catalina Spa. Interesting way to start and stop the Bus. It was a wiring problem that was probably there from factory. He was able to fix it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Next overnight was in central California at a parking lot next to a Target. By this time Jim and Bob were not feeling very well and getting anxious to get to our destination. One more overnight at Barstow just outside of the Walmart parking lot. The lot there is not large enough for overnight parking. Saturday morning we were on the road to Catalina, about 2 hours away. We arrived around noon and got set up as quickly as possible. Lying low as the guys were so sick. So happy and relieved to be at Catalina.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Monday morning, Nov. 7, 2011, I woke up with a funny feeling in my side, checking I found welts and very tender. Checked on line and Yep, shingles. I guess due to all the stress of the last 2 months. I enquired from a couple of people where I should go, so Jim, Di and I headed into Palm Springs to Emerg. They were very helpful there and it wasn't long until I was carrying a prescription out the door. Our insurance covered the visit to emerg and the meds I paid for myself. Needless to say, I spent the next 2-3 weeks resting and taking my meds. Checked in with my sister each day to find out how Mom and the rest were doing. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">November 18, one of the saddest days of my life, Mom went home to be with her Lord. Next day, I was on a plane heading to Victoria to help wind things up and attend the Memorial Service. Jim stayed with the coach. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">A week later, I was once again flying, back to Palm Springs. Still recovering from everything but my shingles did not reacurr.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">So good to see the mountains and the wind</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Turbines in the Coachella Valley.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">We spent the rest of November enjoying just being in the Valley at Catalina Spa. The first weekend in December, we decided to make a trip to <span style="color: red;">San Diego </span><span style="color: black;">to spend a couple of days with Judy, Jim's sister and her friends. We had a great time and love it there. Want to return in the future.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">December went by quickly and we enjoyed Christmas and New Years with our friends, Bob,and Diane, Gail,and Gary, Gill, and Norm, George and Suzie, Lucille and Alan, and many more.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;">Jan. 2012, we had a trip to Kingman and Quartzite planned and so did a bit of touring around during that time. Back at Catalina for the rest of the season. Visiting and spending time with a number of people. We had company from Canada(very special times) with all of you. Enjoyed every moment. I have decided that I need to get on with the up to date posts so as much as I would like to record all we did, saw, etc. I am going to leave this post as is and carry on. Thanks for reading! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After spending several lovely days in the Kelowna area, we decided it was time to be on the road to Victoria. Got up early and were on the road by 7:00 am and arrived at Vanguard Place at 5:00 pm. We were there in time to visit Mom at the hospital and have dinner with my sister and stepfather.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">October was spent between the hospital to visit and help Mom, their house and short excursions around Victoria as needed. My sisters and I spent quality time with Mom and each other. A really tough and yet rewarding month. Mom, having been diagnosed with liver cancer at the end of September had chosen not to have treatment so our time with her was very special. She was a beautiful, strong lady. Always full of stories, fun and postive out looks even in the face of adversity. There are no words to describe what it felt like for me to say Good-bye to my mom. We did say "until we meet again, in this life or the next".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">My sisters Gail and Rhonda were with her at the end and my love goes to them for their wonderful support. There were so many people that gave us their support and kindness and continue to do so. My step-father David now has to carry on alone and my heart and prayers are always with him. Thank the Lord, he has a wonderful family and friends in Victoria to help sustain him day to day. He was so good to Mom and through him, her life was exciting and new. I LOVE YOU MOM!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is a summary of the spring/summer months. We arrived back in BC, Canada on April 12th, 2011. Spent a month in Victoria visiting with Mom and stepfather David, and friends while we waited until the snow was gone and weather warmed up in Alberta. It was a busy summer, with all the visiting and doing the business that was necessary. The first major item was moving all of my things from the basement of my former home into a storage container and then my son Daryl came with his flatdeck tow truck and hauled it to their acreage. The highlights for each of us was being able to spend time with our families. Specifically, our grandchildren.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We did a major move from the 1999 Monaco Diplomat to a 1998 Monaco Windsor. Are enjoying the Windsor so much. It is definitely our home "for now". Along with the move, we participated in several other highlights. The Ponoka Stampede.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Enjoying the rodeo!! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Another highlight was camping with my sister Gail and brother-in-law Ross at Drumheller the end of August.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Miniature Church at Drumheller, Alberta</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It was fun seeing our friends in Camrose, Ponoka and Edmonton. Great times at my son Daryl's and Jim's son Aaron's. Too many special moments to share in this space. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">I spent a wonderful day with my two youngest grandsons to celebrate their birthdays before I left for British Columbia and a short tour of that great province before we travelled to Victoria. The trip through BC was interesting but stressful at the same time because I had gotten news that my Mom was in the hospital. She had not been feeling well for some time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">One highlight of our BC trip was staying in the Radium Valley Vacation Resort at Radium Hot Springs. Lovely place. We went on a hike in the mountains and on our way south from there unhooked the car and drove up a logging road to some natural hot springs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Just south of Osoyoos, across the US border we met this couple in the campground there. They had this unit custom made in Germany and shipped over so they could tour North America. Very interesting and lovely folks. While in BC we visited some friends and family and thoroughly enjoyed their company. Went to a small winery in Kelowna called the Beaumont Winery. Family of a friend. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We went for a wonderful bike ride over the Kettle Valley Train Trestles. Definitely something to do if you are a bike rider. They are located just south east of Kelowna, BC.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I was a bit nervous at first but that is because I am not good with heights but nothing to worry about. We also toured a resort east of Vernon in the hills. Beautiful place decorated with millions of crystals. I think it is call the Crystal Palace.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After a couple of nights at the Holiday Park Resort, we decided to head for Victoria. Mom was still in the hospital and I just needed and wanted to be there. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There is so much to see everywhere, so if you are travelling and can take your time, do so. It is worthwhile.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We definitely have to go back to BC in the future and spend more time.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thanks for taking the time to read this post. More later. Cheers!</span>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-46260588783247368282012-03-19T10:00:00.000-07:002012-03-19T10:00:08.694-07:00<br />
<strong><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">New posting on its way!!!!! Want to get into the habit of at least once a week! Take care everyone as you travel.</span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-16191244817634129202011-04-06T08:25:00.000-07:002011-04-06T08:25:32.860-07:00Testing my blog!<em><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am testing my blog to see if it actually is out there for people to find. I really want to beable to do this properly!!!!Sharon</span></em>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1425672190194216992.post-19078149778806255002011-01-24T08:41:00.000-08:002011-01-24T08:41:27.269-08:00California!!!!Got to the border in midafternoon! Pouring rain, windy and just plain nasty! Drove to the Lucky 7 Casino in Smith River. Small native operated casino but they have a good parking area for RVs so we decided to park and stay overnight. No charge. Went into the casino and got our <span style="color: blue;">first player's card ever. </span><span style="color: black;">Spent the $5.00 bucks they gave us and then went for a walk on the beach.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEf7hBza3_vHT_YQg1LUy4MVAZU75hqbBWZmstibpiTSJNxjp5sx2w1Tmsdv9lMMLERApr62W8FK8-vJipx7N3znVzOtRLZBatVubMC4gfI6a8gvLDGlAnT21nvCsZEVcGfMJt7XX4cys/s1600/012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" s5="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEf7hBza3_vHT_YQg1LUy4MVAZU75hqbBWZmstibpiTSJNxjp5sx2w1Tmsdv9lMMLERApr62W8FK8-vJipx7N3znVzOtRLZBatVubMC4gfI6a8gvLDGlAnT21nvCsZEVcGfMJt7XX4cys/s320/012.JPG" width="320" /></a></span><br />
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Drove through some beautiful redwoods and stopped to have lunch in amongst them. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqWOCDH3kAk-hYOK0hwlAZRwsAMrmVfEhDSXSPy1pHMZdDTUlaXt5N4BtQxDBYcdQRwV9XEfU6uosO17Oo2mlqt5lx3o579EgZr4YfOCLuNgff0z-xzD62OvI9-xgnqmpM3FBVGa9jNXI/s1600/055.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" s5="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqWOCDH3kAk-hYOK0hwlAZRwsAMrmVfEhDSXSPy1pHMZdDTUlaXt5N4BtQxDBYcdQRwV9XEfU6uosO17Oo2mlqt5lx3o579EgZr4YfOCLuNgff0z-xzD62OvI9-xgnqmpM3FBVGa9jNXI/s320/055.JPG" width="320" /></a>At <span style="color: blue;">Legget</span> we decided to go inland to get away from the rocky, wet coast and have some easier driving. Stopped at <span style="color: blue;">Willits</span> for diesel and a break. Heading into <span style="color: #990000;">Sonoma Wine Country</span> . I am sure in the summer it is very beautiful because it is quite stunning now. Drove as far as <span style="color: blue;">Windsor</span>, a small city in the wine country and parked beside a <span style="color: magenta;">Holiday Inn Express </span><span style="color: black;">for the night. Walked downtown and into an antique store and a small wine tasting bar. They told us about the </span><span style="color: #660000;">Francis Ford Coppola Winery </span><span style="color: black;">and said we should not miss that. Next morning we got up and headed back to </span><span style="color: blue;">Healdsburg </span><span style="color: black;">and the </span><span style="color: #660000;">Coppola winery.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis2uSe3Kea28MLTGVlqc-boF7wskFq3Oc2BuhSO83I5-TMus8kzh10GfH0lq_442meUD1yXxIYX0xQbyhHSL0f4GnWw4ZpDtxeuidyb5074wXj68BgDfZzDKsz4JF2JK6GADz7JY-5lwU/s1600/034.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" s5="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis2uSe3Kea28MLTGVlqc-boF7wskFq3Oc2BuhSO83I5-TMus8kzh10GfH0lq_442meUD1yXxIYX0xQbyhHSL0f4GnWw4ZpDtxeuidyb5074wXj68BgDfZzDKsz4JF2JK6GADz7JY-5lwU/s320/034.JPG" width="320" /></a>Had lunch in the restaurant and walked through the vineyards. Did some wine tasting and spent time in the museum. Wonderful place to visit.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next stop <strong><span style="color: blue;">SAN FRANCISCO!</span></strong></div>Jim and Sharon's RV Adventure2010http://www.blogger.com/profile/14555498932189054952noreply@blogger.com1