When Barry began planning our big trip, Abby sent us a couple of books for Christmas to possibly aid us in what to see. The Ultimate Guide to the Roswell UFO Crash, by Noe Torres was intriguing. Barry really enjoyed reading about Roswell of 1947. Back then Roswell was hardly on the map. Those living… Continue reading Making New Friends at Roswell, NM
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New Mexico Space History Museum -Alamogordo, NM
While in Alamogordo, New Mexico, we decided to check out the New Mexico Space History Museum. For $13 each we had admission to the five-level museum, plus a planetarium show and a large screen video of “Apollo 11″ (in a separate building and parking lot below the main museum lot.) Be aware the films available… Continue reading New Mexico Space History Museum -Alamogordo, NM
White Sands National Park
President Herbert Hoover established White Sands National Monument on January 18, 1933. Every year over 400,000 people from all over the world visit these awesome gypsum dunes! White Sands National Park did not disappoint. The vastness of this fine white gypsum sand that comprises these dunes is incredible. I loved the contrast of the dark… Continue reading White Sands National Park
Nana & Papa Time – May/June ’22
Mona’s New BikeWe bought Mona her first 2-wheel pedal bike for her 4th birthday, but we weren’t able to get it to her till now, OMG…within 15 minutes Mona was riding it beautifully! Balance bikes make for amazing transitions to a pedal bike without the need of training wheels, as long as you get a… Continue reading Nana & Papa Time – May/June ’22
Reconnecting With Friends
We met Jo and Don Richardson the summer of 2018 at what was known then as the adult pool at Pio Pico Thousand Trails. We had lots of good times out there swimming and playing cornhole, going places locally, and having dinner followed with playing Mexican Train or Uno at their house. We became good… Continue reading Reconnecting With Friends
Checking out Balboa Park
While in the San Diego area, we decided it was time to check out Balboa Park. So on the morning of June 23 (my parents’ anniversary), we loaded up our bikes along with a picnic lunch. Balboa park is a 1200-acre historic urban, cultural park that includes the San Diego Zoo. Our plan was to… Continue reading Checking out Balboa Park
Isaac’s Kindergarten Graduation
June 2, was kindergarten graduation day for Isaac. Papa and I were delighted to attend! The four kindergarten classrooms had a special surprise for the audience… a special version of “New York, New York” called “First Grade, First Grade”. It was really cute. The beginning was strong and clear, after that it became a little… Continue reading Isaac’s Kindergarten Graduation
Silver Strand State Beach 2022
Since we have to be out of Pio Pico Thousand Trails for a week after staying for three weeks, we went for three nights at the Chula Vista Elks, and then to our local “vacation spot” – Silver Strand State Beach for four nights. We arrived May 30 and departed June 3. While not far, it… Continue reading Silver Strand State Beach 2022
Balance Bikes to Pedal Bikes -NO Training Wheels!
When Isaac and Mona each turned two, Barry and I got them balance bikes. Stores didn’t seem to carry any, so I started looking online. I was about to order the Cruzee ultra light balance bike, but then saw that Costco had a balance bike for only about $50. Unfortunately, it was too big and… Continue reading Balance Bikes to Pedal Bikes -NO Training Wheels!
A Wedding at CVR!
May 1, 2022, our CVR neighbors, Donna and Larry, who live right next door to us tied the knot! They are an amazing, couple. CVR is extremely lucky to have them as full time residents let alone for all that they do for the park! We’ve teased Donna and Larry over the last year about… Continue reading A Wedding at CVR!