Location: West Dome Rock Road outside Quartzsite, Arizona
Like a broken record, I awoke at 4:30 and took some Tylenol and went back to sleep till around 7:30. Today's the day or so I thought. I got up and went through my routine of walking Yuma while the coffee perculated in my old tin pot.
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Typical walking view in the desert. |
As I was going through my cheese and crackers, I saw I had a phone message from yesterday afternoon late. When I listened to it, it was an 18 second message from Kenny telling me one of the parts they ordered did not fit and they needed to reorder and the walk-through inspection has been delayed till Tuesday at 11 AM. Bummer~!
Oh well, gives me more time to get things done and figure out what to do with two motorhomes. The weather today is going to be fabulous. 75 with no wind and all sunshine. I took advantage of that and Yuma and I laid outside absorbing the sunrays and getting our tans. I got a little done on Miss Adventure too. I washed all the windows inside and out. So, I did do something anyway. Need to have that feeling of accomplishment each day.
I didn't go away without spending some money on two completely unnecessary items that I just liked. I happened to walk by a tent named Bodily Defense. Some of you may know I'm into that sort of thing.
They had a nine inch long sheath knife. That included the blade and handle. Beautiful handmade Wild Turkey with an ornamented ivory handle. Used and got it cheap with a little wheeling and dealing. He said $35 and I said I'll buy it. They also had beautiful corduroy vests with CCW pockets that I have always wanted, so I picked one in brown that closely matches my hat and knife sheath.
As I was returning to camp, I stopped at my neighbors, Donnie and Rosie. They had friends there and were sitting outside and waved for me to stop and join them. Yuma was very happy. That's where Major lives and he knew it. We had a great visit. The four of them are gold diggers. There passion is to dig around here for gold. Don't find much but they're hooked. They've come for the Gold Diggers convention next weekend. I'd rather just watch Gold Rush on TV and forget the digging stuff.
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Major! What big feet you have. |
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Come on! I just want to play. |
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Play with someone your own size. |
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Stand-off |
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What a cutie! |
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Aww! I know it. |
After that Yuma and I got home just before sundown and just laid back and did some more relaxing and listening to some Willie Nelson songs. Time for dinner and writing about my day of delay.
See you later.
You had an interesting day - and busy! I have to ask, what the heck is OD green? 😀 I think Yuma would love to have a friend like Major. Your outfit looks very nice. Another beautiful sunset.
ReplyDeleteRemember the Army uniform I wore at Fort Polk? That was Olive drab (OD) green.
DeleteMaybe the delay will help you solidify your plans for getting both RVs home.
ReplyDeleteNice Knife and Vest.
Be Safe and Enjoy!
It's about time.
Thanks Rick. Plans are coming together.
DeleteFunny pictures of Yuma and Major! The vest looks sharp, maybe I'll name you Desert Dude!Hope you sell your old rig soon, regards, Rawn Stone
ReplyDeleteThanks Rawn. I was thinking Hill Man. Mountain Man, but just not big enough. :))
DeleteMountain man it is, they were tough dudes, no what size they were!
DeleteMajor is a Very unusual looking dog.! What breed is he.? Glad Yuma & Major are able to get along a little bit anyway. Always nice to find friends in the desert. 😎
ReplyDeleteI knew you would ask. Donnie told me but I forgot. If I see him again I will ask and remember next time. Donnie and his wife Rosie are from Pennsylvania. He's retired military. Flew planes and choppers. Nice people.
DeleteMajor certainly is a cutie. I'm surprised he doesn't want to play with Yuma, I mean look at Yuma's tail! It says come play with me!!! Love the vest! I've never seen a CCW one before. Nice knife too, and oh so handy!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nancy. By the end the two were running around and playing. I really like both the knife and vest. The vest has two hidden pockets with holsters. Very comfortable!
DeleteNice vest Doug, hope all goes well on Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteThank you Bill. I'm more than ready for a new more comfortable and spacious home.
DeleteLove the vest! You are looking all spiffy for that new home.
ReplyDeleteMajor is a cutie.
Thanks Patsy. I tried to sneak Major out with me but Rosie caught me. :)) Counting the days till Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteMajor looks a little bit like a Catahoula Leopard dog.! But, he is so stocky with a short muzzle - it's hard to say cause he is just a puppy. As he grows he may change alot. In that last photo, Major reminds me of a Koala bear. Sure glad Yuma got to play with him - they are really cute together. 😎
ReplyDeleteYes, they are cute together. We were all laughing. He does look kinda like a koala bear.
Deletenice to have company for Yuma, even if Major is a less-than playful playmate. Enjoy the game today ... Go SF!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jeff. Major came around and started playing with Yuma. Go KC! :))
DeleteLike Dolly I was going to ask what OD means. I couldn't figure it out.
ReplyDeleteYou're looking pretty dapper in all that new stuff, I guess you're going for a new image with the new rig. Haha
Tuesday will before you know it.
Looks like Yuma and Major would be pretty good friends if they hung around long.
Yuma loved playing with Major, but Major would tire quickly. I thought everyone knew what color OD green was. I think I'm changing who I am a little more this trip.
DeleteNever fun to hear there is a delay when you are anxious to have it done and move on. In the end it certainly be worth the wait. At least you are having fun shopping and hiking. Looking forward to seeing you and your new rig down the road.
ReplyDeleteThanks Deb. I'm not too disappointed. At least I think they're trying to fix it right. But I'm anxious.
DeleteI well know your frustration and how it can put a sizeable dent in one's excitement. Those kinds of delays are usually for the best though and whatever part they install now saves you from having to install it later. Dapper Doug I'd say:))
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