Friday, January 31, 2020

Dome Rock

Location: West Dome Rock Road near Quartzsite, Arizona

Been waking up around 4:30 lately.  After yesterday's hard on the hands work, I took a couple of Tylenol and was able to sleep till 7 o'clock.  Terrible having arthritis in my hands, but it is what it is.

I have been communicating with Diana at State Farm back home to get an insurance application signed and back to her, but I wasn't getting the email with the attachment on my cellphone email app.  Finally, I checked my email using my laptop and there it was.  Not sure what's going on, but my email app has stopped working for some reason.

After breakfast, I drove down to RV LifeStyles
West Dome Rock Road to Quartzsite ahead.
and Kenny printed the document for me and I signed it and he scanned it back into the computer and I sent it back to Diana.  Now the White Lion is insured.

Before leaving I received a text from Deb saying they were coming into town and asked if they could stop by for a visit around 1 o'clock.  

When I got back from town, I only wanted to clean the one step that is carpeted.  I did that and it came out beautifully.  I had kept a piece of carpet over it since owning the MH and that kept the original carpet in good shape.

Sure enough Deb and Riley stopped by for visit.
Deb, Riley and Yuma
Main topic of course was the White Lion.  I'm starting to get excited with anticipation.  When I was with Kenny, he told me that it looked like the motorhome would be ready for my inspection tomorrow unless something major came up.  Said he would call later to let me know.  I've heard that line before.

They didn't stay long but it was very nice of them to stop by.  I'm pretty keyed up right now and their visit gave me a chance to relax and enjoy their company.  Yuma was happy Riley came to visit him.

Soon they were on there way back to the Palm Canyon area south of Quartzsite on highway 95.
Soon after Deb and Riley left, I couldn't believe it.  The phone rang and it was Kenny calling.  He said the motorhome was ready for my post purchase inspection and Suzie would be there at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon.  This will be interesting.  There is a lot to go over and may run into Sunday.  I'm not going to let them rush me.

Yuma and I rested for awhile and late in the afternoon, he started whining to let me know he wanted to go somewhere.  I decided to take a drive up toward Dome Rock just across the road.  
Stopped at a camping site at the base.
 
Drove as far as I felt comfortable.  Stopped to see if there is a place to turn around above.  Otherwise I will have to back out.  Walked up to the first white mine tailings above.
Looking down at the Jeep.  

Yuma looking across the valley to the northeast.

There is a mine down there, but we are not going into it.
 
Looking east across the valley towards Quartzsite in the distance.  I see Miss Adventure down there.

Won't make it to the top today.  More tailings above.

Looking southeast towards the Kofa Mountains.  Palm Canyon is in the large mountain in the left center.  Sun is setting. We better get moving.

I can definitely see Miss Adventure now.  And look at all the little fiberglass trailers down there.  Part of their convention this weekend.
There is Miss Adventure at top right.
  
One of the Dome Rock Mountains north of us across I-10.  See how small that semi looks on the interstate below.

Looking to the west through some foothills of the Dome Rock Mountains.
 The sun is getting low in the horizon and I need to find a place to turn the Jeep around.  I don't want to back down that road with the steep side there.  About 50 yards further up, I found a place big enough to turn around.  I put it into four wheel drive just in case things didn't go as planned, but we made it and headed down and out.

 That was a fun diversion to keep my mind off tomorrow.  I am really looking forward to the inspection and hope I drive it out of there tomorrow afternoon.  Stay tuned.

Time for dinner and Gold Rush then hopefully a good night's sleep.  See you later.

22 comments:

  1. Wonderful.pictures of your jeep trip. Yuma seemed to.emjoy the outing. Hope you didn't miss Gold Rush. Tomorrow is an exciting day. Hope you can sleep.😀

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    1. Thanks Dolly. If you hadn't said something to me when I got home from Dome Rock, I would have forgotten all about GR.

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  2. Wishing you the best for tomorrow checking the White Lion but if you drive it out how will you get both RVs back home.
    Be Safe and Enjoy!

    It's about time.

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    1. Thanks Rick. I've got a plan on how to handle two motor homes at one time. You'll just have to stay tuned. :))

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  3. Hope the walk thru tomorrow catches anything missed previously. A beautiful day to be out and about. Yuma looks to have enjoyed it, bet you did too!

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    1. Thanks Jeff. Yuma loves it when I take him hiking. He didn't like the bumpy ride on that road up the mountain though.

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  4. Great photo of Deb & Riley. Love their bright, color-coordinated outfits. You had a lot of interesting scenery & super nice to see Yuma again. Everything is coming right along. Yea! 😎

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    1. Thanks Moonfly. Just like a train this motorhome stuff keeps chugging along. Yuma was glad to get away from cleaning and do some outdoor adventures. He doesn't like being cooped up for long.

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  5. Hope to see a lot of pictures of the new
    rv . I would like to see the look on Yuma's face when you move into the new RV. Good luck tomorrow with the walk through . Vern in Boise Id

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    1. Thanks Vern. Nice hearing from you. I wonder what Yuma will think of his new home. I'm glad it has no carpets because he sheds a lot of hair. Easier to sweep that way. May have to buy a vacuum cleaner. :))

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  6. I've always liked that 'excited' feeling when buying a different vehicle and especially an RV. Not easy to get excited about things the older we get but buying a nice RV like a Motorhome can sure stir up those great excitable feelings once again. Although the excitement can be mixed with worry, apprehension, and doubt it nevertheless is still excitement and just about any kind of excitement is well looked forward to at this age and stage of the game. Always nice to feel alive again inside:))

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    1. You hit the nail right on the head Al. This is my second MH and will be my last. I just hope it serves me as well as Miss Adventure has these past seven years.

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  7. Definitely take your time checking out the new rig. The good thing is you are already familiar with the ins and outs of RV's. I'm happy you found a great one. High five!!!

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    1. High five!!! to you Nancy. Wish I had your experience with pushers to back me up. Lot more bells and whistles on this new guy.

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  8. Hi Doug, If possible, put your phone on record during the walk through. You will never be able to remember all that is said. Not so much video but recording her instructions per se. I'm very happy for you (from Kelly)

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    1. That is a great idea Kelly. I will make sure my battery is full and record those items that are complicated and skip the stuff I already know like lights. And thanks for the kindly update. Appreciate it.

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  9. I'm happy that Kenny called so soon. Hoping things go well today with the walk through. I like Kellys idea with the phone, especially if it is something you have not done before.
    Good luck! Your White Lion awaits!

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    1. Thanks Patsy. Kelly had a great idea and that will help through the more complicated things.

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  10. Exciting times, beautiful ride, happy Yuma, good friends and Gold Rush. Life is good! Deb and Riley are so tanned.

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    1. You're right Elva. Life is almost perfect. Just wish Dolly were here, then it would be perfect.

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  11. Exciting day! Best of luck with the final inspection. After the past couple days of cleaning and being busy you and Yuma probably could use a day like this.

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  12. Sounds great Doug! Hope it works well for you. Gord.

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