I have finally got the blog caught up and I am thankful. I can relax a bit. Once I'm behind it's difficult to get catch up when so much is going on.
I slept in this morning - it was nearly 6:30 when I rolled out of bed. Dean was already up and the coffee was done when I came downstairs. It was a treat to pick up my first cup once I came down the stairs.
Since today is the 5th Friday of the month, my sisters and I do not get together, but since I'll be gone most of October, I called them to see if they might be interested in taking a drive together, and making a stop for ice cream, my treat. Jody and Mark had a big day yesterday with their son and his family so she declined since they had some things to do today. Crystal was willing and I'm waiting to hear back from Cindy since her and Elmer had something they might do today unless it rains. She'll let me know when I see her at church this morning.
When I arrived at church I had to make the rounds to visit since I haven't been there in two months. I do miss seeing everyone. We have many family and friends who attend. Cindy let me know that she would be joining Crystal and I for our drive after lunch.
After church I headed home. Dean was already there (he spent part of the morning at the garage), and of course he was ready to eat. We had sandwiches and an apple - our typical lunch. Then I set down and enjoyed playing a couple of games on my phone until it was time to pick Crystal and Cindy up. Since I told them I would treat them to ice cream we headed to Parsons on Montana Road (a county road we often take to Parsons, KS). Just a few miles from Highway 400 Cindy mentioned she'd like to stop at Circle C Pecans. It's funny I was thinking the exact same thing. I bought 2 - two pound bags of pecan pieces. I am almost out of pecans, so these should keep me in good shape for several months.... at least I hope they do!
We are headed to a couple of rallies - one in Oklahoma this week and another one in two weeks at Carthage, MO. We always have a pot luck dinner. Many of the desserts I've made call for pecans! I like to make desserts so I can have a piece without having any leftovers to tempt me.
Crystal and Cindy had never been to Circle C before. They each bought something, and all three of us picked up one of their lunch menus. Their sandwiches sound very good, so Dean and I may have to give them a try one day.
We drove on into Parsons to Braum's. Crystal had a twist and I chose a vanilla bean ice cream cone. Cindy declined. She's been trying to lose some weight. I applaud her ability to say no. She's done very well already.
We took a drive through Parsons afterwards and then headed back to Oswego on South 32nd Street taking the county road into Altamont before we drove back to Oswego on Highway 59. It started to rain a little as we approached what is known as Bartlett Road. To my left was a rainbow that started at ground level with a second one in the sky above it. I've never seen anything like it. I asked Crystal to take a picture since I couldn't. The picture sure doesn't give the full impact. The green in the rainbow appeared to be in front of the trees, giving them a very bright greenish color - it was amazing.
Back in Oswego I took my sisters home, before returning to the RV Park. When I walked in Dean had just finished watching the Chiefs game - they won, but it was a tough game for our team today.
For dinner, I had a recipe for chili I wanted to make in the Instapot. I'd laid my hamburger out before I left, so I put it on to saute. I added the seasonings and stirred them in, and before I caught myself I poured the tomato sauce in. The directions said to make sure you poured the tomato sauce into a well within the hamburger and not let it touch the sides. So, I poured it all into a pan and cooked it on the stove instead. It was still very good, although Dean said it was a little "hot" for his taste. I'll probably finish it off. I like hot but I didn't realize it would be. If I make it again I'll be sure to cut back on the chili powder and cayenne pepper - maybe even letting Dean check it as I go.
When I walked out of the rig at 10:10 this morning it was steamy and warm. As I left to pick up my sisters I noticed it had cooled down and I hope this is the start of the cooler weather they keep talking about - that's supposed to be on the way! I'm ready for it! In checking the weather forecast it still looks like it might be in the high 80's for the next few days so I guess it is just a teaser. By the end of the week we should see some relief though.
I stepped outside to take a few pictures of the sunset this evening and of Bentley at our site.
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| Such a pretty sunset |
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A few of the RV's that have been here for several months, part of a work crew in the area, pulled out of the park this morning. I guess they have finished their job in the area. It seems pretty empty right now, but it always seems to fill up again.
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