Our New Adventure

Ed and I have been dreaming for years about owning a sailboat.  That dream came true April 19, 2013.  Meet "One Fine Day", the name we choose. Our dream would not have come true without the amazing job our broker, David Campbell.

After a thorough inspection by a reputable surveyor, and some minor work; we were able to pick her up from the shipyard.

We had one problem; the boat was in Seattle, WA. We had to get her to Sidney, Vancouver Island, B.C.  Thankfully, Eric the surveyor captained the boat with Ed. 

The boat sits in the Locks on Lake Union. 

This will be Ed's first night on the boat.  He enjoyed it immensely, even though he was exhausted.

This is a photo of the sun rising somewhere north of Seattle, Washington.

The morning mist is breathtaking, where there is water.

Back Home

What a welcome.  Charlie and Annie

Les is so much fun.  He saved his Captain Morgan from the Keys.

Diana and Linda anticipating the pool party

Diana loves to walk, and train the dogs during the walk.  Charley is tracking my jewelery, while Tag and Neta observe.  The horses follow her everywhere.

The four of us saying good bye...We bought a sail boat!  New adventures.

Las Vegas.....another visit

This is a view of Las Vegas, west of the city.  Ed found this trail while mountain biking in the mountains.

The city beyond.

The cactus are starting to bloom in the desert.  We were early, but the beauty is still breath taking.

While in Vegas, we heard about an off road race.  So....we packed the cooler with food and spirits and headed out west somewhere on I 15.  This wasn't the site.

Finally, we made it to the race with moments to spare.

Dust was had by all.  I think the tailgate party before the race was the entertainment.  Once the race started,, it was a choke & cough fest from the dust.

Los Algandose B.C., Mexico

Ed and I enjoy visiting Mexican border towns while traveling around the southern US.  Los Algodones is a favorite for many snow birds in Arizona.  We spend 3 - 4 hrs when we visit.

The square is full of music, food and mucho drink.  Tecate, Pacifico. Corona..you get it... and Margaritas, the favorite.

T Shirts are funny, bartering is an experience with the vendors; we  always purchase at the end.  They also have to make a living.

This is our favorite taco stand.  Baja fish and shrimp tacos.  Simple, but delicious; we make a point to stop here to gorge.

After a day of fun and sun....the long line up for the border.  UGH

Camping in the desert

We camped in the desert for a few days with our friends.  You are permitted to camp for two weeks on BLM land.  Being self contained makes it comfortable for a few days.  Many people spend the winter;  they change locations when their time is up.

Your free to travel everywhere.  We stick to trails so we don't disturb the vegetation.

It is amazing how the vegetation survives. 

A wonderful stay in California

We had a wonderful stay at Carlsbad State Park.  The campground was on the cliffs above the beach.  The majority of the campground was dry camping.  Some sites had electrical and water.  The staff at this Park were very friendly; we will definitely return.

We enjoyed quiet walks on the beach.  It was off season, very few people.  We did encounter a 1 year old male seal.  The park rangers assured me it was healthy, and no need for a rescue.  Apparently male seals are kicked out of the colony at one year. 

As always, California doesn't disappoint with sunsets.

Ed and I got lost looking for the indoor boat show.  We ended up here.

Not the boats we were looking for.

Happy Campers everywhere.

This home has a great view of the ocean; not during an earthquake though.

The visit to Venice Beach was interesting.

The entertainment on the boardwalk was endless and interest to watch.  This is where you encounter all walks of life.

Caverns of Senora, Texas

After leaving Florida we headed west.  This female Peacock greeted us at the Visitors Centre.

We camped at the Caverns for 2 nights.  $20.00 per night with electrical and water.  This male welcomed us at the campsite.  The birds are use to humans (feeding them).

The tour was 1 hour 45 minutes.  The Caverns were very warm and humid, about 90F.  The tour guide was quite informative.  The formations in the cave were breathtaking.  Each area was different from the other.

Corn dog anyone. 

This looked like a slow moving river.

Christmas Trees

Smooth rock in the cave indicate water flowing.

The tunnels were endless.

The Butterfly Room.  This room was spectacular.  Apparently, during a tour someone snapped off a wing.  There is a cash reward for information of its where a bouts.

This formation looks like strips of bacon.

After leaving the Caverns we encountered this.  I 10 was closed for 2 days.