Pilot Knob RV Resort
This morning, Tuesday, Oct. 31st, we were up shortly after 6. It was a good, quiet but warm night’s sleep. I should have left my window open as I had to kick the covers off a few times. It was a very mild 57F/14C overnight. This park has certainly changed, there are only about 27 rv’s in here right now. They have made numberous improvements as Gibbs and I noticed on our walk arount the perimeter. Things can change with the upcoming November and beyond guests but I wonder how much it will?
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Caught the sunrise just as I came out of the shower. |
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And just a few minutes later, we were walking into Los Algodones, Mexico. I had to stop taking pictures for a while, not allowed at the border. |
We had
our morning drinks together plus some breakfast before having our showers. It wasn't long after that we were giving Gibbs his ‘look
after the house’ treat. It was 10 when we left for Mexico. Our appointments
weren’t until 1 pm at the dentist but Bill thought we’d get there early enough
to get our/his eyes checked and new glasses ordered. We didn’t want to have to
go back. 😊
A trip in
to Los Algodones doesn’t need to include a meal and a drink for us when we’re
on our own, so we like to try and get things done in one visit – if possible. There
were changes upon entry into the parking area, still $6 though, and it was
getting busy already. It was a beautiful, windy morning so we wore shorts and
light tops. Bill got his eyes tested, he thought there was a change and he was
right. He ordered new lenses for his frames and we left to do some shopping.
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You'll have to wait and see the stained glass but this is the metal frame work we both agreed on. It should look good at the Ridge! |
We found
a stained glass window for the Suite’s door plus we found some metal art work
for the Ridge gate. Andy, our favourite greeter, helped us find the right vendor for the latter.
It wa s wrapped up tightly and since it was still early, we went to the yellow
food court for a sit down. I needed a cold drink so we each had a lemonade. No
margaritas before a dental appointment, not for us. 😊
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We had a sit down and bathroom break at this yellow cafe/eatery. Never can remember the name of it. |
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We turn our sign (forefront) to say NO salesmen and we don't get bothered while we have our drink. |
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Just lemonade today for these tea-totalers It was refreshing, cold and wet! |
The
dentist was almost 2 hours delayed so it was 3:15 when we walked out with a
clean checkup. While waiting, Bill nipped back to collect his ‘new’ glasses.
Two hours, done and done! ♥ Lastly, a stop at the Purple Pharmacy and Liquor store for my pills
($8/50 compared to $10 last spring), a bottle of Appleton’s rum and 2 bottles
of pure vanilla. We were tired and we had a pooch waiting back at the park for
us.
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Then we waited in Dr. Eva's cheery courtyard |
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Our medicinal purchases I have enough of my shingles meds now to last me over a year. It works like a charm as I haven't had a breakout since January 2023. For .16¢ a pill, I'm a happy camper! |
He was
good and very happy to see us. It was quite comfortable with windows open in
the Suite, which is good. It reached a high 81F/27C today. For supper, we’ll
have leftover chicken and salad with little pies for dessert. Yum, they were so
cheap at Fry’s, I had to buy 4. I noticed last night that some of my programs I
was getting back home and in Indiana have disappeared. Put on hold? I’ll have
to find others to watch. Hmmm.
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Entree with some chicken left for sandwiches The carcass is cleaned off. |
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A sweet little cherry pie for each of us. |
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After tonight, I'll have to walk further to get the sunset on camera. |
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But the trade off is that we'll be at our new HOME for 5 months. ♥ Yay! |
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Happy Hallowe'en and Good night! |
Thank you
for the visit today.
How nice that you had such a good day,you deserve it,-Mary
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary..
DeleteHaha that’s all we ever call it as well, the yellow restaurant 😊 And it’s one of our favorites because the food is good.
ReplyDeleteWe have eaten there in the past but not today.
DeleteWow, you guys have been movin’ !
ReplyDeleteYea, good news from the dentist. Good to have that behind you.
Which pills are for shingles and can you get them in USA?
Nice to be able to share that news with someone.
Linda a.
The Clorixan aciclover are for shingles. In Canada they are called Famciclover but i don't know about the US.
DeleteYou had a full day, very productive. At that price for progressive lens I ought to consider a trip to Mexico. Except for the added cost of getting there. But I can certainly see why one would take advantage when spending the winter nearby.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels today.
They are progressive and transition for that price. Yes, we don't have a plan for coverage so it is perfect for us.
DeleteNice to get it all done in one day. Roadrunners on The Ridge will be nice!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteI'm surprised you're seeing improvements in the park. That's a good thing since Thousand Trails isn't known for improvements!! Can't wait to see your window. You guys always have fun in Algodones. Really happy your meds are working. You've got to love the prices there.
ReplyDeleteThe improvements are slow but promising. We'll see how long they take.
DeleteThank you, I'm thrilled about the shingles meds!
We call it the yellow restaurant, also...lol
ReplyDeleteNice to get everything done in one trip. Like your metal frame work looking forward to seeing the stain glass window.
Haha too funny! Yellow restaurant, it is!
DeleteJust made our dental appointments with Dr. Eva for Monday, 11/13. She is a good dentist. Not the least expensive in Los Algondones, but by and far the best, and even her prices are way better than SoCal. Enjoy Quartzite!
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