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If you care to read about our 2006 auto trip from Burlington, VT to visit
New Orleans and return via Florida's Big Bend and Venice, click here.
New Orleans and return via Florida's Big Bend and Venice, click here.
| Georgetown, TX Where cousins, Peggy & Trubee Racioppi live at Dell Webb's Sun City Texas |
Left: We collected quite a few bugs on our way down here. and
Right: Cor gets up on roof to repair the TV antenna which had an
unfortunate introduction to the live oak-lined streets of Georgetown.
Right: Cor gets up on roof to repair the TV antenna which had an
unfortunate introduction to the live oak-lined streets of Georgetown.
This is a long distance view of us at our lakeside campsite in Jim Hogg State Park. It
was taken from the other Army Corps of Engineers' Park on the south shore.
Except for the distance from Sun City, I think I would have preferred that park as we
would have faced north. We had too much exposure to the sun. But it was a great,
well-run place and we enjoyed every minute of it.
was taken from the other Army Corps of Engineers' Park on the south shore.
Except for the distance from Sun City, I think I would have preferred that park as we
would have faced north. We had too much exposure to the sun. But it was a great,
well-run place and we enjoyed every minute of it.
The state and national parks we've visited recently have one nice feature in common (not so in FL.)
Your reservation is very easy to make online. The prices are low (not so in FL.) If they accept a
National Park Senior Access Pass, they cost one half the regular price (not so in FL.) Your
reservation is generally for a non-specific site. In other words, when you get there, you are told to drive
around, pick out any non-occupied place that fits your res (elec? water? sewer? double? premium?)
and make yourself at home; just be sure to go back and tell the hosts where you settled. (Not so in FL.)
And that is how we ended up, broadside to the water, right on the banks of Lake Georgetown.
Your reservation is very easy to make online. The prices are low (not so in FL.) If they accept a
National Park Senior Access Pass, they cost one half the regular price (not so in FL.) Your
reservation is generally for a non-specific site. In other words, when you get there, you are told to drive
around, pick out any non-occupied place that fits your res (elec? water? sewer? double? premium?)
and make yourself at home; just be sure to go back and tell the hosts where you settled. (Not so in FL.)
And that is how we ended up, broadside to the water, right on the banks of Lake Georgetown.
Trubee and Peggy were exceptionally gracious hosts, taking us to Georgetown's Bark
Park (see below) and to the Rattlesnake Inn, a local hangout sporting rattlesnake skins for
decor. They also took us to Hobo Depot - known for large appetites and the bodies that
can hold them. Chicken fried steak was introduced to us here. Very good, but perhaps not
good for you.
Park (see below) and to the Rattlesnake Inn, a local hangout sporting rattlesnake skins for
decor. They also took us to Hobo Depot - known for large appetites and the bodies that
can hold them. Chicken fried steak was introduced to us here. Very good, but perhaps not
good for you.
All good things...and so it was with our visit to Georgetown. P & T have a
handsome, lovable black lab named Odin - following former dogs with god-like
names: Zeus, etc.
They knew we are actively searching for a dog, so seeing the golden- and
labradoodles romping at the Bark Park, heightened our desire; but for a medium
sized one. We've been combing the Internet, for a "rescue" but to no avail so far.
As groundwork, I've been checking canine policies at parks, motels, rental cars,
etc. For the most part, pets are allowed if declared, but are restricted to a 5 or 6'
leash, and of course, must be picked up after. Several parks will not allow breeds
they consider threatening. As most of you know, this is subjective. In our family,
two of the biggest pussy cats are Dobermans. I had a Scottie once that would
take your arm off...and they look so cute and perky!
handsome, lovable black lab named Odin - following former dogs with god-like
names: Zeus, etc.
They knew we are actively searching for a dog, so seeing the golden- and
labradoodles romping at the Bark Park, heightened our desire; but for a medium
sized one. We've been combing the Internet, for a "rescue" but to no avail so far.
As groundwork, I've been checking canine policies at parks, motels, rental cars,
etc. For the most part, pets are allowed if declared, but are restricted to a 5 or 6'
leash, and of course, must be picked up after. Several parks will not allow breeds
they consider threatening. As most of you know, this is subjective. In our family,
two of the biggest pussy cats are Dobermans. I had a Scottie once that would
take your arm off...and they look so cute and perky!
Above: Cor waves a fond farewell to the Racioppis as they head back to their terrace overlooking the fourth
hole at one of Sun City's three golf courses. Below: a blazing sunset slips behind the rolling hills - a
spectacular "Goodbye" to Jim Hogg Park. Google him! He was a very popular Governor of Texas many
years ago, and (I swear to God) had a daughter, Ima Hogg. Google heaps tons of praise on her! Never
married - probably would have ended up with someone named "Jerk" - she became a great patroness of the
arts; bestowing money, time and energy all about. Would there were more Ima Hoggs!
hole at one of Sun City's three golf courses. Below: a blazing sunset slips behind the rolling hills - a
spectacular "Goodbye" to Jim Hogg Park. Google him! He was a very popular Governor of Texas many
years ago, and (I swear to God) had a daughter, Ima Hogg. Google heaps tons of praise on her! Never
married - probably would have ended up with someone named "Jerk" - she became a great patroness of the
arts; bestowing money, time and energy all about. Would there were more Ima Hoggs!
| Humming "Across the alley from the Alamo..." |
we packed up bed and board, headed down I-35, and arrived a few hours later at our next campground
destination: Braunig Lake RV Park, just south of San Antionio. I've always been fascinated by the
Riverwalk concept and now I am near it! While here, I figured I'd better take a look at The Alamo. I never
was good at history, but again, I like the architecture, so we made a reservation to take the "Grand" tour -
all day with a guide. Good choice, even if we'd had a car. We were picked up at the RV park and driven
downtown where we got aboard a mid-sized van with our driver/guide Phil Piez.
destination: Braunig Lake RV Park, just south of San Antionio. I've always been fascinated by the
Riverwalk concept and now I am near it! While here, I figured I'd better take a look at The Alamo. I never
was good at history, but again, I like the architecture, so we made a reservation to take the "Grand" tour -
all day with a guide. Good choice, even if we'd had a car. We were picked up at the RV park and driven
downtown where we got aboard a mid-sized van with our driver/guide Phil Piez.
NOTE: The navigation bar has been moved to the right side of the page, making it easier to
see the enlarged photos. Before, every time you clicked to see a photo, then clicked back
you would be shifted to the left and would have to make an adjustment. This way, you'll save
time and energy. The nav bar will still be available, but on the right hand side. Hope t;his
encourages you to enlarge the photos.
see the enlarged photos. Before, every time you clicked to see a photo, then clicked back
you would be shifted to the left and would have to make an adjustment. This way, you'll save
time and energy. The nav bar will still be available, but on the right hand side. Hope t;his
encourages you to enlarge the photos.
| ALAMO - RIVERWALK - MISSIONS |
The Alamo Grand Tour began in San Antonio directly in front of said Alamo at 9:00 am.
There were only three of us on board, Cor, Kerrylynn, and me, plus of course, our tour
driver/guide Phil Piez. This was his first day on the job. Not to fear - Phil displayed an
incredible appreciation of Mexico/Texas history and his dialogue was fascinating.
There were only three of us on board, Cor, Kerrylynn, and me, plus of course, our tour
driver/guide Phil Piez. This was his first day on the job. Not to fear - Phil displayed an
incredible appreciation of Mexico/Texas history and his dialogue was fascinating.
The "front" came through around midnight the night before last with such a jarring I thought we'd been hit by
a tornado! Yesterday's weather was downright cold and the wind was whipping around dervishly. Would the
Riverwalk boat ride be operating? This was my primary goal - I wanted to see it!
a tornado! Yesterday's weather was downright cold and the wind was whipping around dervishly. Would the
Riverwalk boat ride be operating? This was my primary goal - I wanted to see it!
We began with the Riverwalk boat ride. I was apprehensive as the air had not yet warmed although the
winds had died down. Our entrance to the dock was through the lobby of the Marriott Hotel, one of
several having such a prime location.
winds had died down. Our entrance to the dock was through the lobby of the Marriott Hotel, one of
several having such a prime location.
The Riverwalk was every bit as
romantic as I had imagined, even
though the sun did not reach it at
this early hour. Venetian bridges
spanned it; the blossom-bordered
path followed the curves of the river,
punctuated by umbrella shaded
terraces of the myriad of restaurants.
Glorious Indeed!
romantic as I had imagined, even
though the sun did not reach it at
this early hour. Venetian bridges
spanned it; the blossom-bordered
path followed the curves of the river,
punctuated by umbrella shaded
terraces of the myriad of restaurants.
Glorious Indeed!
Workboat tied to the bank Mid-morning coffee break One of many garden spots
| Riverwalk "little theater" and a glimpse of its architectural detail. |
One of the many boats a peaceful rendezvous calm below the city
| A family of yellow-crowned night herons finds a home among the many cedars lining the banks. |
A wealth of architectural history can be viewed from the river - there are gargoyles! There is the
wondrous Hilton Hotel - hastily built with fully equipped and furnished units to meet a deadline! And a
classic brick example of "civic" style! A modern sculpture depicting the close relationship between the
United States of America and Mexico. These are just a few of many examples.
wondrous Hilton Hotel - hastily built with fully equipped and furnished units to meet a deadline! And a
classic brick example of "civic" style! A modern sculpture depicting the close relationship between the
United States of America and Mexico. These are just a few of many examples.
The cruise completed, our next stop was to the Japanese Sunken Gardens
in San Antonio. As I understand it, they were created by the many Chinese
immigrants who settled in Texaco when they came to work on the railroad.
Somehow, perhaps during WWII when the Japanese were relocated here, care
of the gardens was taken over by them. Anyone know? I don't have time to
look it up. Follow Phil and us on October Page 6
in San Antonio. As I understand it, they were created by the many Chinese
immigrants who settled in Texaco when they came to work on the railroad.
Somehow, perhaps during WWII when the Japanese were relocated here, care
of the gardens was taken over by them. Anyone know? I don't have time to
look it up. Follow Phil and us on October Page 6
I copied this from an MSN forum post -
EvanBarr Posts 6
Re: msn featured offers spam
"This is not coming from Microsoft. This is a trojan horse and the sender is hoping that you will believe this is
from MS so that you will click the link. Check the properties of the link and you will see it is from Spain and
will run an EXE if you click the link. "
This infuriates me especially as I NEVER click links unless I am sure who they are from, and they have told me
they are sending me one. (Note friends, I'm sorry if I don't click on links to photos or jokes you send me, but the
consequences could be too dire.) I do open attachments of photos you have taken. I also don't open e-mails
from names I don't recognize. Paranoid? About e-mail? Yes.
Apparently, I must have clicked on the "unsubscribe" link a long time ago. I've since been told to NEVER do
that. It is how the spammers get into your e-mail account. There is apparently no way to get rid of this. Since it
appears to come from my e-mail, my spam detecting software cannot block it without blocking any mail I transfer
between accounts. I've complained to Wellesley, Yahoo, MSN, spam@usc.gov, everybody!
I just ask, if you have received any of this stuff from my Wellesley e-mail address that I no longer use, please
don't open it, and please also understand, I didn't do it! And be careful about what links you click!
All links in Gypsy Feet are from bona fide websites: campsites, restaurants,
state or US government parks, or various city and
state tourist bureaus.
EvanBarr Posts 6
Re: msn featured offers spam
"This is not coming from Microsoft. This is a trojan horse and the sender is hoping that you will believe this is
from MS so that you will click the link. Check the properties of the link and you will see it is from Spain and
will run an EXE if you click the link. "
This infuriates me especially as I NEVER click links unless I am sure who they are from, and they have told me
they are sending me one. (Note friends, I'm sorry if I don't click on links to photos or jokes you send me, but the
consequences could be too dire.) I do open attachments of photos you have taken. I also don't open e-mails
from names I don't recognize. Paranoid? About e-mail? Yes.
Apparently, I must have clicked on the "unsubscribe" link a long time ago. I've since been told to NEVER do
that. It is how the spammers get into your e-mail account. There is apparently no way to get rid of this. Since it
appears to come from my e-mail, my spam detecting software cannot block it without blocking any mail I transfer
between accounts. I've complained to Wellesley, Yahoo, MSN, spam@usc.gov, everybody!
I just ask, if you have received any of this stuff from my Wellesley e-mail address that I no longer use, please
don't open it, and please also understand, I didn't do it! And be careful about what links you click!
All links in Gypsy Feet are from bona fide websites: campsites, restaurants,
state or US government parks, or various city and
state tourist bureaus.
Please read the Trojan Horse warning below - This actually infected my computer by generating mail
from one of my e-mail addresses. It's infuriating, but I know of no way to stop it. I've tried
everything, even closing that e-mail address. It pretends to be from Microsoft Featured Offers.
IT IS NOT!
from one of my e-mail addresses. It's infuriating, but I know of no way to stop it. I've tried
everything, even closing that e-mail address. It pretends to be from Microsoft Featured Offers.
IT IS NOT!
