Catch-up Post

Sorry for neglecting to write a new post for an entire week. We've been busy. I know, I know, we're not supposed to be busy, but it's so hard not to be. It's been a long time since we had grandparent duties and it's been kind of fun. Oh, it's not all day everyday, but it's a part of just about every day. The other thing is RV and truck maintenance. Trying to get all the little things that need fixing fixed while we have the time and weather. Not trying to get everything done in a day, or even a week - just something each day. It has not been onerous, but rather quite pleasant and with a sense of accomplishment to get things fixed.

We'll be leaving Blackhawk RV Park soon and heading a little more south to Mascoutah IL to visit our son, Steve, and his family. One thing that has caught our attention is the almost daily increase in the price of fuel. When we left WA we were paying $3.99 for a gallon of diesel fuel. When I looked yesterday the local price had increased to $4.70 a gallon. According to news reports, the increases will continue. I don't have to tell you that with each increase in fuel prices we have to reconsider our travel plans and possibly alter them slightly. Perhaps move less often and not travel quite as far overall. I'm sure we'll do some of our traveling with the car instead of the diesel truck and RV. At least that travel that entails visiting family and friends within MN and surrounding area.

We continue to assess our options for where to spend the winter. As we visit with other RVers we hear all kinds of ideas and opinions. There is a lot of "warm" area in the south and each area has its own offerings and amenities. When we decide where, we'll let you know.

Please leave comments and messages so we know we're being read. You can email us directly at dwink@supersat2.net if you prefer. Phone any time and any place at 509-936-2557 or 509-671-3007. Communication has not been a problem - it's mail that we don't get with any frequency. Haven't had a single piece catch up with us yet, but we should be getting a package today.

See ya.

Love, Dave & Pat