Quiet Day at 'Home', Remembrance Day/Veteran's Day

Quartzsite, Az

Wednesday, Nov. 11th brought us into mid-week and a solemn day of remembrance for all Canadians and Americans. We call it differently but it still means the same. A day to remember those brave veterans who risked life and limb, literally, to save our countries. Take a moment to reflect. 

Good morning.

I woke up when my boys went out at 6:05 but didn't get up until 6:40. Just enough time for a cold water splash on my face, dressed, kisses and out the door. That's 2 days I've gone out without my sunglasses but really, I only need them for the last 100' of my walk, so no big deal.

Another pleasurable walk

Bill left for the field and his meeting around 8:15 and I settled in with a cup of tea, my book and Gibbs. I did play my games online during that quiet time too. It feels cool inside the Suite on these mornings before the sun hits the windows. That's not a bad thing since it warms up quickly.

The markers you see along the path
ahead are how I keep track of where
I need to turn back.
I go through 4 and turn at the 5th.

I got washed and went out with Gibbs but today decided to get my folding table out from the basement to set up under the canopy. Even without the west facing flap down, there is enough morning shade for Gibbs and I to sit. So, today, I took my rocks and markers outside.

It was lovely out there and Gibbs settled himself in his bed right beside me. I managed to get 4 rocks done before Bill pulled in right on the noon hour. Today, since I wasn't going anywhere, is probably the first day in my adult lifetime that I've not worn a poppy. Plus, I haven't been out enough to see them being sold. Felt strange but Bill respectfully wore his.

Wednesday and Saturday
Gibbs gets drops in his ears.
Bill does it best and then 2 ears,
means 2 treats. 💕

We had lunch; I used my last blackened banana in my smoothie and had some cheese and low carb crackers. I've found them to be very filling since I don't eat anything in the mornings. After lunch, I started my blog and went back out. I painted one more rock, took a picture and sat in my gravity chair to read.

I just happened to glance up a second
too late.
Two of them sharing again.

It was nice, set up in the shade.
Gibbs thought so too. He slept.

By afternoon, I lost the shade.

The afternoon went by swimmingly, just enjoying the peaceful day. A phone call at 4 pm MST from 3 siblings and spouses gave us a chuckle. They were meeting at Gayle and John's for supper, my sister who is leaving for Arizona on Monday. We'll see them here for a few days before they head to Mexico.

A few more rocks done today.

For supper, Bill grilled his bc burgers on keto buns. You know, there is no difference in taste of these buns at all and yet 0 carbs. We fully enjoyed them and cleaned up the few dishes by hand. Water is valuable so no dishwasher this winter. 😉 I think we'll survive.

This fandangled corkscrew wasn't
working and I wanted a wine for supper.
Bill had to get it out with a little elbow grease.

The Gewurztraminer was superb!!
I bought it at Luna Rosa Winery
in New Mexico.

It was another great day. Bill's meeting went well and they painted lines on their runway at the field. He's happy, I'm happy and I do believe our little mutt is happy too. The temperature is in hot mode, 84F/26Cish and we have zero complaints. 

Delicious, as usual.
Good night!

Thank you for your visit. 

Too Much Fun!

 Quartzsite, Az

On Tuesday, Nov. 10th we were up at our normal times. Bill and Gibbs outside at 6:10 and I was up and out by 6:45. From inside, it looks like it is still dark out there but then stepping outside, it's perfect for a morning walk.

Good morning!

Pink mountains to our west

We were a little cooler this morning, 53F/12C, but I still just wore my wind breaker. It was a lovely walk. 

When I returned Gibbs greeted me and Bill was on his way to the field. I had a quiet morning and had decided to paint some of the rocks I'd picked up at Yuma Lakes RV Resort.

Lots of activity in the sky this morning.

I should have grabbed more, they had really nice smooth ones. However, that means I have to have ideas for them so I'll be happy with the ones I found. 

Already, that sun is warming
things up at camp.

I painted a couple with markers and then we went outside, Gibbs and I. The sun is hot so moderation is key and I was soon turning my chair with my back facing it.

A little change of pace.
Wonder why I have Arizona on my mind.
🤔

Bill was a bit later returning today as they had a new wanna-be club member. That took a bit more time and the guy was a 'talker'. 🤭 After their club business was taken care of, Bill said he had to walk away and come home for lunch.

Waiting for Daddy, in the half shade,
blankey and Mom close by.

We had lunch together and at 12:45 we drove into town. He dropped me at Park Place for Pokeno and carried on to Jim's to set up for tomorrow's meeting. So, Pokeno was played with 5 of us today. Linda, Sue, Susan, Peggy and myself. Still fun and I won a few times! Yay! My container was full again.

Pokeno is serious business!
When you drop a penny, sometimes we
have to crawl around the floor.
Linda is a riot, we have such fun.

Bill arrived just as we finished up. He thought he might need to bring me luck but today, it wasn't necessary. 😉 From there, we drove down the street onto Keuhn St. for propane from the Boondocker. He is fairly new and has the best price for propane and as it turns out, drinking water.

We followed this highway striper
back to roadrunner blm

We came home after that and while Bill charged his batteries, we sat in the bit of shade we had with our books. I couldn't keep my eyes open for some reason so came in with Gibbs and dozed in my recliner. All I needed was 10 minutes and that was enough.

We didn't have a lot of shade
but we turned into Gibbs for 
30 minutes. 💕

A zero ginger ale and my book

Bill started heating the Weber Q and grilled chops for supper. I'd spiced mine up pretty good so it tasted great! Done just right. I had a packet of fried rice to cook so we had that with a salad on the side. Too much rice but I ate it............and regret that move. LOL 

This was supper.
Good night!

We cleaned up dishes and watched the NCIS episodes. This was another hot day, mid 80'sF, high 20'sC. I hope you enjoyed yours too!

Thank you for popping in.