October 31, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Happy Halloween. Last day of October.   It was a sad day for me.  I got up and jumped on the scales expecting to see a huge loss after walking so much this week only to find out I gained 3.6.. I was back up to 215!.  There must be something wrong with the scale.  After that disappointing news I got dressed and ate breakfast.  Then walked the dogs. 
I was still tired after all the work I did yesterday.   Steve worked this morning.   We hung out until it was time to go to lunch with the Sullivans.   We dined at the Wild Fig.  We sat outside.   It was a bit nippy since I didn't bring a sweater.  We got back about 1:30 then took the dogs to the dog park.  Then started prepping the casserole for the dinner at 4 pm.  We went down about 3:30 and got a seat.  We had pot luck which I hate because you end up with too much food.  I did manage to avoid the dessert table.  Steve managed to loose 13 pounds since we went to the doctor on the first of the month. And he still eats a lot.  Steve won the pumpkin carving contest .  A whole 10 dollars which he graciously let me keep.  Back home to clean up the dishes.  The the usual TV and games. 

October 30, 2019 park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Wow I worked hard all day long.  I haven't worked that hard in a long time. Steve left around 7 .  I got up and had breakfast.  Then the dogs and I went out for outmr walk and passed by Steve "working " at the propane place.  Then I got busy.  I pulled the sheets off the bed and sorted the laundry.  I made the cornbread bottom for the tamale pie.  Then the taco meat also for the tamale pie.  I put the new sheets on the bed.  Then I made spaghetti sauce for dinner.  Steve came back from after noon.  We ate leftover pizza for lunch.  Then off to the grocery  store in Oakhurst.  Bought a cartful of groceries.   Brought them into the house and put them away.  Then we loaded up the cart with the laundry and I headed over there.  It was a very busy place since the electricity  went out. Once I had them in the washer I drove back to the house.   Gary and Marie McCord stopped by to say hi.  Then back to the laundromat to put the clothes in the dryer. Back to the rig to walk the dogs.  Then back to the the laundromat to fold all the clothes.   Back to the rig.  Once I got to the rig I thought I left my quarters at the laundry.  Back to the rig.  Steve had the quarters.  Fixed dinner and out my clothes away.  The collapsed on the bed with TV and games.

October 29, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Today Steve was up and out the door at 7:30. He was up about 5. Not to work at the pole barn but to start working on the golf cart back seat.  I got up and took the dogs for a short walk.  Did the morning  routine.  Started sewing until I was needed to had Steve tools.  I tried helping but I think I was more in the way than anything.   We finally  finished  the project and got everything put away.  Took our normal ride through the park.  Had lunch, sewed left for Pizza dinner at Coast 2 Coast Pizza in Coarsegold.   Back to the rig to feed the dogs.  TV and games as usual. 

October 28, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

We have power!  Life is good.  It is amazing how much of your life runs on and is dependent on electricity. 
Steve got up early and walked up to the pole barn to do maintenance.   I got yo about 7:30 had breakfast dressed and took the dogs for a walk.  Then I decided to start cutting out yes more potholders.   They make nice bread and butter gifts. 
Steve came home carving.  Lunch.  A cart ride around the par . We stopped and chatted with the Carpenters for about half an hour.  Then back to the rig .  The back seat to the golf cart came and of course am Steve had itvoutvof the box and partially together.
We turned the generator on about 4:30.  About 15 minutes later Dennie Evan's came over to tell us the power was on.  We had dinner .  Then I decided to do  dishes.   Then TV and Games.
Lots to do in the next 2 weeks.  Betty invited up to join them for Thanksgiving at Cracker Barrel  with them and several other couples.  Can't wait to see them al . Though I will be sad to leave  POS. 

October 27, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Well we are back on generator power again.  PG&E decided tovto their cutting off the power about 2 pm.  I was right in the middle of sewing.
We got up on the early side.  I made Steve sausage and eggs for breakfast.  Did morning  chores and cleaned up.  I started sewing and Steve was busy cleaning out the shower trap, washing windows and puttering around.   Don't know what's gotten to the guy.  Then we had visitors.  Sally and Dan  Sullivan  came by with some friends of theirs.  Then Larry Kroeger came by to bring his friend Chuck by to see the rig.  After they left I made lunch.  I walked the dogs and chatted with Linda Shumaker and Sherree next door.   Then more sewing and carving till we were stopped because we had no power.  We took off for ice cream social and dropped the sign off at Bradley's  then we headed over to the club house for the social only to find out it was cancelled--no power.  Back to the house for our own private ice cream social. Steve and I took a long walk and saw Devra and Steve and chatted with Elaine Evans.  I did some cutting  and Steve carved.  We BBQ'ed some delicious meat for dinner.  Dishes and T V powered  by the generator.

October 26, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

I must say I feel right at home here in the park. It is nice to settle into one place for awhile. The neighbors are friendly. We have room to spread out.  Steve can spread his stuff out outside and in his shop. I  got up at 7 ate breakfast and dressed. At 8 Steve dropped me off at the dog park.  Steve went down to help put all the stuff back in the clubhouse .  I took the dogs for a long walk down to the 500's and back up the hill.  Sat down and cooled off then finished making the bed.  Then started sewing.  Steve carved for the rest of the morning and worked in refinishing Bradley's sign.
About noon we jumped in the car and went to Coarsegold to see the tarantula Festival.   We left after half an hour.  We went to Yosemite Lakes to go to Hillside Market.   We ate at the deli.  The sandwiches were cold, un cut, and bready.  The shakes we not very chocolate.   Their groceries were extremely high priced. 
Back to the rig.  More sewing.   A cart ride around the park dinner dishes and TV. 

October 25, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Finally  a day where we didn't go anywhere.we both got up after 7:30.  I actually woke up first.  We drove around in the cart a lot.  Even a night ride. I did some sewing and Steve did some choes around the house.  We did spend a lot of time in the cart and stopping and visiting the park people.  We tried on the cart cover.   And then we took it off and refolded it according to instructions.   We stopped by Bradley's and picked up a sign that they want refinished. 
We finished the day with me in the Bedroom watching TV and Steve down below watching his programs. 

October 24, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Well today was more back to normal.  I jumped on the scale as usual and this time it was good news  I was down to 211.3.  The walking must be helping.  We got up and has breakfast and did our chores.  We were waiting for the arrival of our new to us golf cart.  While we were waiting Steve did lots of chores around the yard including fixing our front porch light.  About 11:30 we got a text that Antonio was about 10 minutes out.  So we jumped in the truck and waited for him just outside the gates. He came and delivered it I drove it back to the house.  We grabbed the dogs and drove around the park and stopped at the dog park.  Then back to the house for lunch.   At 1:30 we took the dogs to the Vet in Coarsegold.  We got meds for them.  We should be good until we get back in April.  Back to the rig for more sewing and carving.  About 4:30 I took the dogs for a walk.  I wish I had gone in the morning when it was cooler.  Then BBQ chicken for dinner, dishes and then TV and games.

October 23, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

This day did not go as planned. First off it was a very sad day as Kim Ishmael son who was a deputy sheriff was killed in the line of duty.  What do you say to someone.  Nothing you can say will help.  The good news is that it was Stephanie's  35th  birthday.   Steve got up early and left for the pole barn.  I got up at 7:30ish. Hang breakfast and made the bed.  The dogs were anxious to take their walk we walk for about half an hour by then Steve returned from the propane job.  Were sat here and relaxed for awhile.  We decided we should run to Oakhurst to withdraw the last $1,000.00.  We decided as we were pulling into the atm  that we would grab an early lunch at Pete's Place.   We went to the ATM and it turned out that Steve's card was damaged and he was able to resue it from the atm machine.
We called sac credit union and found that even if we went to Madera they  are not in the branch co op.  So they only was to get cash would be to open up an account and have money wired to the account.  So we walked over to Wells Fargo.   They are a small branch so you had to make an appointment.   So we decided to go over to B of A.  We opened a checking, Savings and put money in a CD.  We were in there almost 2 and a half hours dotting eyes and crossing tees.  We were able to do a debit card funding  to the checking account and we walked out with the $1,000.00 cash we needed to fund the cart..  Finally  we got to Pete's Place.  So ended up having an early dinner.  We got rather lost as Steve road 426 thinking he could get back to 41.  We missed the turn.  We were in the outback of Oakhurst.   We came to a bridge that we could not go on.  We took the bypass but were stopped by the creek.   Steve did a 7 point turn taking us back to 41.  Back at the park I took the dogs to the dog park
My intention  was to sew after my walk. That didn't  happen.  I did some sewing prep  before I came up to watch TV.  Steve ordered some stuff for the cart and ended up ordering 2 cart covers.  I ended up having to call Amazon and cancelling  one.  He definitely needs more practice ordering. 

October 22, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Quite an eventful day.  We got up early and ate breakfast.  Did chores.  Steve told me he changed his mind about getting the golf cart.  And he told we could still go look at them but if we did get one it would be the cheapest one.  After food and chores we hopped in the car and drove over an hour and a half to see the carts.  The older cheaper one definitely looked older.  We ended up  getting the newer more expensive one.  One problem how to get 3k in cash.  We called Nikki but no answer.   We drove home through Mariposa.  When we got back to Oakhurst we  stopped at Golden One but Steve got no real answers.   Back at the rig Steve was able to call Sac Credit Union and increase his ATM  limit. We did several chores including installing our inner park phone.    After feeding the dogs we jumped in the car and drained the ATM but it quit after 2k.  We are still  1k short. So we will have to get more tomorrow.   We were on the way to the dinner club meeting at Casa Velasco in Bass Lake. Nice dinner mediocre food.  Then back to Oakhurst to attempt another run at the ATM. Then shopping with Steve fun fun at Von's.   Back to the rig for ice cream and TV.  I want to get back to having romance back in our lives.  I don't  understand why I can't have any cash. Steve is a fucking control  freak.   Just  a not to say I really love it here.  Nice people and beautiful park.

October 21, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Well it has been a really long day.  We were up and hooked up and leaving for Fresno and Central RV Repair by 8:20.  In order to do that we were up at 6:30.  Once we dropped off the trailer we went over to RV Country which is huge RV dealer in the Fresno area.  Steve went in to order some parts while I tried unsuccessfully to get Hazel to poop. There were a million gnats flying around which was very annoying.   Then we went back towards the park and the other end of Fresno and went to Lowes.  I got a large garbage can which I wanted so that we don't have a bag of garbage sitting in the kitchen  every night.  Once we finished we decided to check out a couple of cart places. One was closed the other was way out of our price range.  Then back to a really great Walmart which we will have to visit again at the corner of  Shaw and Brawley.  Their shelves were actually stocked.  Then lunch at my least favorite place Taco Bell.  Then we went to Logan Park and Hazel finally pooped.  It was kind of a seedy place .  Someone was sleeping on the sidewalk.  I was worried that we would be in the middle of a gang  event. About 2:30 we went and got the trailer.   Everything seems to be working ok.  No dimming  so far. Once we got home we got everything set up and put away.  Then dinner and as usual TV and games to finish the day. 

October 20, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Another very busy day.  Steve is really loving it here.  He just loves having his shed here.  Were got up early so we could attend the get away breakfast.  It was delicious.  Pancakes, sausage eggs and fruit.  We took the dogs to the dog park before breakfas .  Came home to sew and watch football til it was time for the ice cream social.  We walked down and back.  More sewing and picking up the back as we take the rig to Fresno tomorrow.   About 5 Steve realized that we were totally  out of propane.   So instead o taking my walk we drove into Coarsegold to get propane so the we would be able to keep the refrigerator running while we were in Fresno.  Then BBQ  brats for dinner.  Dishes and Then TV in the bedroom.
We also started looking for a golf cart as we really need one here in the park. 

October 19, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

We both got up late but we were all up by 8 am.  I had breakfast and Steve took the dogs.  He came home and fixed  himself biscuits and gravy.   Warmed up that ism. And he did the dishes.  I did the morning chores.   Then I hit the sewing machine.  About noon i fixed tuna salad and crackers.   About quarter to one we walked down to the clubhouse so Steve could help out out tables and chairs for the dinner tonight.   I took the dogs to the dog  park then took my 20 minute walk .  We got back to the rig about the same time.  Then i finally finished step 3 in assembling  the potholders.  Sat outside for awhile then walked down to the Clubhouse for dinner.  We sat near the door and was able to greet everyone as they came in.  We sat with the knott's and the Herds 217 and some guests  who were staying in 248.  Then we were thinking of buying a used golf cart to get around the park.   We found one but it always gone.  We walked back to the park and  I went up the bedroom for the usual TV and games.
I think we are going to be happy here.  Steve is enjoying his shed and tools.

October 18, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

We had a relaxing day. We got up rather early. 7 am for me.  We fiddled around til 10 then walked down to the volunteer faire where we signed up for a few things.  We had a hamburger lunch then came back.  We did a few things.  We took a few things down to the boutique I did some sewing and Steve drug out the jigsaw and had fun with the tools. I took the dogs for walk then we BBQ'ED chuck eyes for dinner.  We sat outside for a bit.  Then came upstairs for TV and games. 

October 17, 2017 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Another busy wonderful day at Park Sierra.  It started early with a continental breakfast at the Clubhouse prior to the annual meeting.   We were forced to get up rather  early, 7 for me.  I jumped on the scale as is normal for Thursdays .  Unfortunately it was not good news.  214 even after more walking and trying to be more careful.   We were at the meeting til noon and they served subs for lunch. It was good to see all our friends again and have a chance to speak with them.  Then we walked home.  Then I drug out all my sewing stuff.  Finally  We decided now was the time to drag out all the stuff in storage and fron the loft storage.  We finished up about 5 and decided to take the dogs to the dog park and run into Oakhurst fir a Chinese dinner.  Back by 7 .  Sewed for awhile then into the bedroom to nurse a sore back and watch TV. 

October 16, 2019 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Another very busy day.  For some reason Steve is fine ine minute and snarky the next.  Guess it will come out sooner or later.  Guess we will be taking the rig to Central Valley Repair.  The dimming problem still persists.
I got up at 7 thinking that we needed to get started right away in the laundry room.
I made Steve biscuits and gravy eggs and bacon.  He went out and unloaded the back of the trailer and the back of the truck.  We found out that that MORryde will put on the new independent suspension on Hune 1 and 2 of 2020.  Then I did morning chores plus dishes and mopped the back floor.  Then off to the laundry. Two hours and laundry was all done.  While I was gone Steve set up a beautiful dog run.  We ate a late lunch then decided to go to Oakhurst to have something notarized.   A stop at Von's for some shopping  and back to the rig.  Still organizing everything. I put dinner in the oven and decided to walk the dog down to the dog park.  They ran around for awhile.  Then I took the long way around to get back so I could get a'walk of some kind in.  Steve is not doing the walking that he is supposed to.    Finally put the sewing table down.   We sat outside till the bugs drove us inside.  Then TV and games as usual. 

October 15, 2919 Park of the Sierras, Coarsegold CA

Today we traveled about 180 miles from Iselton to our place in Coarsegold.   We took highway 12 to 5 to 152 to 99.  Got off at Cleveland Ave. Then down 145 to 41.  Finally arriving about 1:30.
We got up and finished getting ready and left at 9:30.  We ate lunch in the truck.
Once we got here we drove right to our site and unhooked.  Then we went down and got all our questions answered.   Collected our mail.  We chilled for a while then had dinner.  Tacos.  Dishes then a brisk walk as the doctors orders.  Then TV and games.

October 14, 2019 Delta Shores RV Park, Iselton CA

Tomorrow hopefully we head out to our California home basrme in Coarsegold.  I got up about 8.  Steve made arrangements to have someone look at the trailer on Monday.  Hopefully the beeping won't drive us crazy while we wait for the appointment.   Then I reminded Stevecwe were breakfasting at Huckleberries in Fairfield.  It was packed as a lot of people were off due to this being Columbus Day  weekend. It was outstanding  food.  Then we got in the car and drove to Camping World in Vacaville.  Finally we headed home . We got back about 2.  Steve watched TV while I finished  cutting out soup cozies and potholders.   After that TV then dinner of cheese quesadillas.   Then more TV and games.
Last night at 10:30 the trailer started rocking.  There was an earthquake in the Walnut Creek area.   Kind of exciting.

October 13, 2019 Delta Shores RV Park, Iselton CA

Well one more say and we should be back in Coarsegold.   Still having a problem with dimming lights and beeping refrigerator.   We thought the problem was the surge protector at one point but no not it.
We were up early to get ready to leave for Elijah's birthday party.  I guess there was a sleep over last night which ended with the party today.  We kedt here around 9.  We made a stop at Walmart to pick up cards. When we arrived bedlam reigned.  James was there with Rosie and Arthur 's son Dillon.  Soon thereafter Melinda and Kayla and the baby arrived.  James gave me a hug which is amazing.  Nikki came in carrying 10 pizza boxes from Little Caesar's.  We ate sang happy Birthday  and pretty much left.  Drove back to the Delta after stopping at Raley's.   Back at the rig we messed with the electric,  watched football, I did some cutting, Steve carved some and finally it was time for dinner which consisted of fried egg sandwiches.  After dinner it was TV and games. 

October 12, 2019 Delta Shores RV Park, Iselton CA

Not much to report today.  We both got up late.  In fact I actually got up before Steve did.  I got at 7:30 went out on the couch and  dozed until Steve woke up at 8:30. Got up and ate breakfast and did morning chores.  Then we hung out waiting for the Kiblers who got here right around noon.  We sat and got caught up til about 2:30.  Then we went to Iselton for a late lunch at Rogelio's.  It was Mexican Chinese and Italian.  Dan and Judy treated us.  It was less than best.  We came back here about 5.  Finally at 5:30 ish they finally left.  There is something wrong with the trailer lights.  They keep  dimming and coming back to normal.  If not one thing it's something else.
Finally  TV  and games.  Glenda disappeared again today.

October 11, 2019 Delta Shores RV Park, Isleton CA

Well we finally left Ponderosa.  Its official we are now homeless.  The loan got funded late last night because first thing this morning Steve told me that the wire was received at our bank.  We are still owed money from quicken the funds that were in our impound account.  So it is a done deal.  No more utilities, we are done with the house.
I got up at 7:30.  We had breakfast  and did chores.   We were slated to leave at nine but it was 9:45 before we rolled out.  Alice and Randy came to say goodbye as they were heading out to pick up the Grankids.  We went over to say good bye to Dave and Kathy loaded the motorcycle and we were off.   We had to stop at the flying J  to dump as without power the dump station was not working.  Apparently it was full and the pumps that clear it out are run on electricity. 
We arrived here about one only to find out that they had power but water was only being turned on three times a day to fill your tanks. I spent most of the afternoon  finising a book  that was going back to the Library  soon.  We took a drive around the delta.   When we got back they told us they found the leak and full water service was restored.   We cleaned out the refrigerator of leftovers for dinner followed by ice cream.  Then TV and games in the bedroom. For the rest of the evening.

October 10, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

I think I forgot to mention that we have been without power for two days because PGE in their infinite wisdom decided that they had to shut off the power due to high winds and fire danger.  Mind you the high winds have never materialized in the area.
The day started early for who got up only to find that the dead battery we had yesterday was still dead this morning.   After fiddling with it he told me to stay in bed while he ran into town to get a new battery. He had to run and get cash as the credit cards were down as no power.  Back to the rig to install the battery. After laying in bed awhile got up and jumped on the scale weighing in at an even 211.  Which is down from last week but not by much.  When Steve got the rig back to working I fixed him a breakfast of egg and bacon burrito.   We decided to go back into town  as we had several errands to run. We started at Patrick's where we dropped off the printer so he could hook it up to the  computer when it come which is supposed to to be next week. Next we tried to check out Chad's shop in Cameron Park but we failed to find it.  The we stopped at the Shell in Cameron Park  to see if it would be possible to dump the gray and black water tanks if  power isn't restored here.  From there we went to the house to pick up a few things.  The kids were still out of school.  Then we stopped at idle wheels got propane.  Lunch at Mr. Pickles.. very good.  We got diesel and gas at Safeway.  Finally we stopped at Safeway.
We made it back by 3:30 . I unloaded the groceries  and put them away.  I made a salad for dinner with the neighbors. We stayed and chatted with them till about 7.  After that  TV and sewing for me.

October 9, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

Another long day.  We were rolling out at 8:30 as planned.  Breakfasted and chores done.  Dropped the motorcycle off in Cameron Park.  The back to the yellow house as planned.  Due to the power turnoff the Girls were home from school to keep company with the dogs.  Lindy and Bill picked up us at 9:30.  We drove out to the airport area to take our Amazon tour at 10:45.  It was mind boggling the way they moved the items from place to place.  The robots are giant shelving units on rumba like "robots".  They place items on them at random then store them then pick.  Next is packing and finally shipping.  This distribution center is a sorting plant carrying items that can fit in the yellow cartons.  The havec4 million unique items in the warehouse. There are 16 thousand pods.  The tour lasted an hour .  Then we jumped in the car to go to lunch at Cracker barrel.   The waitress brought our lunch out on a tray .  She was jostled and all the food and plates crashed to the floor.  There was broken dishes and food everywhere  also they had to redo our lunch.  We ate the food.  Once the area was cleaned up the busboy came out to collect stuff from surrounding tables. Once his tub was full he dropped that in almost the same spot as the waitress dropped our lunch. 
We drove back home to the yellow house.   Picked up the dogs and the truck and went to get a new battery.  Found out we need to have the old dead battery with us.  Went to get the motorcycle.  Then drove back separately to the rig where the electricity was still out. 
Spent most of the rest of the evening off and on with our new friends two doors down.  At 8 we returned  for TV, sewing and games. 

October 8, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

Well the day started off ok but it spiralled down fast.  Steve couldn't wait for Nikki to make an appointment so we decided to head out to Elk Grove  to sign the papers on the house.  It took us an hour to get there.  On the way over there Steve was doing his best to start a fight.  We got there about 12:30.  Signed the papers.  We decided to go to Sourdough & Co for lunch.  That's when Steve made it clear that he blamed me for selling the house.  I think the house is a testament as when he turned his life around.  I am the evil gold digger who took him away from his tools and house.  Both of which he loves more than me. I am so tired of being his whipping post as I am always around and convenient.   When he is mad at the girls he takes it out on me so as not to alienate them.  It has always been that way.  Does he think he can keep saying hurtful things and after day  or so we are friends again? The hurtful things are not remembered?
Anyway the trip home was very quiet.   I finally finished my book.   Now to finish the next one in 6 days.  After that I worked on the quilt binding.  We snacked for dinner. Then I finished the binding. 
Then up to bedroom for handwork on the quilt handwork and TV. 

October 7, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

I saw all the Bunco ladies today.  It was great to see everyone.
We were scheduled to visit Marie and Jim this morning  at 10.  So after breakfast and chores we left here at 9:10 because apparently it takes almost an hour to get to Marie's from here.  Or so Steve thought.  But Alas Debbie was right  so we ended up sitting on the side of the road for 15 minutes so  we wouldn't get there too early.  We had a nice visit with both Marie and Jim.  She still has a great outlook and we are hoping  for a speedy recovery.   Jim looks worn out and had some kind of bug.  I will have to keep in better touch with her.
Then we ran to the yellow house to drop off the dogs.  Then over to Mr. Pickles for lunch with Val and Kim.  And Steve.  Then we met up with a bunch of the girls at the Lyons club and then drove over to Glenda's for Bunco.  It went fast and we were out of there by 3.  Mona dropped me at back at the Acorn Hill House.  Then back to the rig.  After walking the dogs we took a short break.  We went next door for dinner with kathy and Dave and their friends Randy and Alice.  Once dinner was over another neighbor Alan and Kay came over and we talked til eight.  The group broke up as it was getting cold.  Finally the evening end with TV and  games.

October 6, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

We made a huge dent in the storage shed today.  It is rather freeing to get rid if all the stuff.  It is surprising how little stuff you really need.
We got up leisurely and had breakfast.   I sewed for about half an hour then we left for Nikki's house.  We got there about 10:30.  Steve and I started going thru the stuff in the shed.  Nikki and Chad got everything down from the attic and brought it out for us.  We had alot pulled out and ready the girls to go through.  By three we were ready for the BBQ.   Nikki and I did the ribs in the instapot.   They turned out wonderful.  I will try them again in my  instapot.
We had a nice dinner with everyone even though we ate at the dinner table and everyone else ate in the patio..  we left at 4 ish .  We splurged on ice cream tonight.  I finally finished quilting the BOW quilt.   Finally time to rest and recreate with the TV.

October 5, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

We got up at normal time.   Did morning chores.  We took off  to meet Glenda at  Beef and Brew for breakfast.   We had a good breakfast but it was not as good as anticipated.   The sausage patties were crispy and the eggs were dry but the pancakes were to die for.  They are made with sweet cream.  I wish they would give me the recipe.  Then back to the rig were we hung out for the rest of the day.  I sewed and Steve carved.  We visited with our new friends in the park.  I will never quit a bit quilt like that again.  The machine just can't handle it.
At four we all piled into the car and headed to Cool for dinner.  They insisted on paying for our dinner.  After dinner we drove rattlesnake bar road to check out the back   of Folsom Lake.  Then we  were back to the rig to do TV and games.

October 4, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

Everything went according to plan.  I got up as Steve left.  Did morning  chores and had breakfast.  I loaded up the dogs and drove to the yellow house . Dumped the first load in the washer.  Jumped back in the car and headed out to the Quilt store.   The a quick stop at Starbucks.   Back to the yellow house to do more laundry and wait for Steve.  As usual he was visiting and all thoughts of the world disappeared.  He was supposed to stop to talk to Mike Spivey at Safe CU and he forgot to do that. He didn't get back till almost noon.  I was getting a little worried.  When he got there we decided to go get gas and grab a bite for lunch. We ate at the new place near Safeway Sourdough and Co. It was pretty good.  We made our way back to the yellow house. I stayed and he returned to the trailer.  He got the house thing straightened out.  We hung out until it was time to take our walk then dinner.  Finally  our neighbors came over for the fire pit.  They stayed over 2 hours and we made a plan to grab a bite for dinner tomorrow.  We finally ended the evening as we were all cold.  Came in for a shower and  heat. Today would have been my Dad's 107th birthday.

October 3, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

Well there has been a hiccup in the closing.  The estimated taxes are going to bump her payment up to 2400 dollars a month.  We need some explanation.  I think they have some refiguring to do.
Steve was up early to go meet his motorcycle friends at the donut shop.  I got up and did all the morning chores and had breakfast. I did my usual Thursday weigh in and the  scales were good to me this week.  211.4 down 4.3 pounds.  Need to keep up the good work.  By the time that was all done  Steve was back.
We made arrangements to have is root canal done in Casa Grande.  Finally  I was just about ready to resume sewing when I called Kim to see if it was ok to bring the dogs and realized it was time to leave for lunch with Kim and Don.  On the way out we tried to extend time here so we could be here for the closing.  We were only able to extend one night.  So we decided to  stay at Delta Shores in Isleton. We arrived about noon and she made a tiny salad and a time piece of Taco pie made in the instapot.   Not a great recommendation for the instapot.   She gave me an excellent cookbook for the instapot.   Now I realize I will need all kinds of extras such as a spring form pan that fits in the instapot and a sling to pull the things out of the pot.
We sat out on the deck and chatted for a couple of hours the went on errands.  Post Office where I re boxed the things I was sending to David and Brita and then over to Safeway.  Once we were home I was able to get some more sewing done.  I will never try quilting  something like that again.  To the quilter it goes.
The neighbor came to check on us and we chatted for awhile.
We BBQ'ed chicken for dinner and I put the clothes out in the car and readied them for the laundry tomorrow.   Finally  time to watch TV and cozy up to the dogs.

October 2, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

We had a very busy day today running errands.  We went right out after morning chores to Idle wheels to fill up some propane bottles.  Took them back to the rig and took off for Roseville for our Dentist appointments.   I got the A-ok  but Steve has three fillings to replace and needs a root canal and crown.  We will have to make a plan to get all that taken care of. 
Then we had Subway for lunch.  Next we stopped at Dress Barn so I could pick up a pair of Jean's.  Hopefully next time I buy Jean's it will be because I need a smaller size. 
Then over to JoAnn's for some thread then back up the hill to the yellow house after a stop  at the post office. 
We loaded up the packages then Steve cut some wood.  We are still waiting on the date for the house closing.  We hung out at the rig till dinner which was BBQ'ed pork  chops .  Then a short brisk walk around the park.  Finally TV and and relaxation. 

October 1, 2019 Ponderosa RV Resort, Lotus CA

It's a new month.  The doctor's appointment is behind me.  I woke up about 4:30. Layed in bed until 6:30 then git up.  We left for Kaiser at 8 and miraculously made it on time for our appointment on time.  We both had gained weight.   I came in at 217.9 but that is with all my clothes on.  She spent a good 45 minutes with us.  Steve is on a crash diet as he has moved over to the diabetes side. We definitely need to do more walking.I got more thyroid pills. We stopped at the hardware store and came back to the rig.
As soon as we got home we took the dogs for a walk.  We scheduled a honey wagon for  Thursday.   We had a light lunch. Steve then did some carving and I continued to quilt the block of the week quilt.  I have 4 more blocks to quilt and the pink sashing.  Then comes binding and it is done.
Then we met Theresa and Bill for dinner at Calina d'Oro for a quick meal.  I thought we were all rendezvousing for the club meeting.   What he wanted was just dinner.  We went to the meeting to say hi to everyone.   We saw Bob Russell Dave Munn and Janet  Allen. Janet had a near death .  experience . She died and was brought back to life.  They implanted a  defibrillator.  We got hone before dark as the car is missing a headlight.  Tomorrow the dentist.