Texas Dec. 1-6, 2017: The Calypso

Friday Dec. 1st:   Drove through Arkansas and into Texas on I-59 South.  Northeast Texas is green and lush, dotted with small towns and farms. As we neared Houston,  the traffic became insane. 12 lanes of highway, hundreds of cars and even  more semis all driving 70+ mph. The interstates here are stacked like a roller coaster…… Continue reading Texas Dec. 1-6, 2017: The Calypso

Texas Dec. 26-28, 2017: Goodbyes

Tues. Dec 26th :  We got up early and picked up our doggies who totally missed the holidays. Those who stayed at the Big House did all the necessary cleanup, locked up, and checked out by 10 am. L and her children headed back to Houston. Harry and Rebecca were not flying out until after 6…… Continue reading Texas Dec. 26-28, 2017: Goodbyes

Muir Woods & Trumpet Playing Taxi Driver

Day 3: Sunday March 17th: Saint Patrick’s Day. Coffee and breakfast at Denny’s again, then off to Muir Woods. We decided to take a Taxi on the recommendation of the Hotel Concierge. Cab fare at $60 was cheaper than paying $18 a person for a Tour Bus and more convenient. It took over an hour…… Continue reading Muir Woods & Trumpet Playing Taxi Driver