The Adventures of Tippy the Turtle

I went to Vegas with Hope Corizzo!!

2008-01-18T23:59:00.000-05:00

Arrived via tote bag on Friday evening, January 18th. This picture was taken out of tote bag for initial pictures of me and my hotel room view.

Hope wasn't very nice, as she put me back in her tote bag, citing some Nevada law about no wild animals in casinos. She went out gambling, and, ha ha, she lost money, so there was more room for me in her tote. She did manange to feel guilty and took me out for some fresh air.

I'm in front of our hotel - the Flamingo Las Vegas - VERY PINK, and in front of Ceasars Palace. Then I went back into the tote. We left on Monday, but I can't tell you how, because I was in the tote. I'm still there. I didn't like this trip very much. Hope isn't very friendly to her laminated sisters.

Hope deigned to take a picture with me. It was great to meet Hope. Hopefully she will not loose so much money the next time I see her. Where to next??

I went to NYC to spend Thanksgiving with Jen C!!

2007-11-22T17:36:00.000-05:00

At 60 degrees, it was a *perfect* day for a parade! We saw Mr. Potatohead ...

... and Shrek ...

... and Kermit the Frog! Now there's a guy who can relate to me--I always says it's not easy bein' green.

We saw Dora ...

... and Wynonna ...

... and Corbin Bleu! I wasn't really sure who that was, but the other kids were pretty excited, so I figured he must be important.

Then we saw the most important parade celeb of them all!

After the parade, they headed out to Strawberry Fields. Did you know I am a huge Lennon fan??

After their traditional Thanksgiving Day movie, the C'sand I headed to Arte Cafe...

... for a slightly non-traditional Thanksgiving feast!

They kicked off their celebration with a little champagne toast!

They met Phyllis at the next table--she's a sorority girl too! Phyllis pledged a local sorority at Brooklyn College in 1942. Whenever Phyllis saw a sister on campus, she had to stand on one foot and spin her airborne foot in a circle and say "it's a joy and honor to be in your presence!" She also told me about the time Eleanor Roosevelt came to speak at her campus. I thought Phyllis was way cool.

Then dinner was served! Turkey, of course!

It was a really great New York-style Thanksgiving. And the C's was even nice enough to pick up the bill.

I went to NYC to spend Thanksgiving with Jen C!!

2007-11-21T16:41:00.000-05:00

I arrived on the Upper East Side on Wednesday afternoon--the same time as the rest of the C family--just in time for pizza at Nick's. Here I am with Jen and her little sis, Nay. Nay is also a DZ!

And here I am with Mom and Dad C at Nick's.

Next, it was time to check out the big balloon inflation on the Upper West Side. So I and the whole C family hopped in a taxi. Unfortunately, the taxi driver was a big cranky jerk who didn't want to go to the inflation, so he dropped everyone off at 5th and 72nd so they could walk across Central Park.

And even more unfortunately, the C's and Igot a little lost in the dark. But I knew it would all be okay when I found the Turtle Pond.

Eventually, the gang made it to the UWS. And boy, was it crowded. I never saw so many people in my life. Neither had the C's. They weren't too excited about this part of their NYC adventure.

But finally we made it!

We saw Scooby Doo...

... and Mr. Potato Head ...

... and Shrek!

Mr. C thought it was pretty cool his company's generators were there to provide plenty of light for the inflation.

Fighting the crowd was pretty exhausting, so the C's took a break on the steps of the Museum of Natural History ...

... while I flirted with one of NYC's finest. I love the men in blue. I'm a sucker for cuties with dimples too.

Next the C's headed back to the UES for a few cold ones at The Crowe's Nest. That's where they met barmaid Kat...

... who served Tippy her first Irish Car Bomb. Boy, was Tippy feelin' tippy after that! So were the rest of the C's. They woke up a *little* late for the big parade.

The next morning they cabbed it to the east side and took the subway down to the parade.

Gail took me for a tour in Kansas!!

2007-11-20T22:10:00.000-05:00

For Thanksgiving, I traveled with Gail's family to Lincoln, Nebraska for Thanksgiving. Their Thanksgiving is pretty small, yet I feasted on turkey, potatoes, green beans, pecan & pumpkin pies. While in Nebraska, I was able to see Nebraska lose another game and watch as Tom Osborne took the lead of the University of Nebraska's athletic program. I was also able to watch Kansas lose its very first football game of the season. Hey, 11-1! That is awesome. KU is very excited to be playing in the Orange Bowl.

I am ready for her next adventure. Gail hopes that I am able to meet Santa and spend time with another wonderful sister.

Gail took me for a tour in Kansas!!

2007-11-19T22:03:00.000-05:00

Shortly after I arrived in Kansas, the girls decided to stop by. Gail daughter's, Iris, just had to have a tea party with me and the girls. Iris, the girls and the pink dinosaur (Sara Elizabeth - notice the shirt) all had a wonderful time drinking tea and eating cookies. Needless to say, there are many flamingoes all over Gail's house.

Gail took me for a tour in Kansas!!

2007-11-18T21:01:00.000-05:00

I arrived at my house (Gail Sherron) in Baldwin City, Kansas in November. Since I was in the area of the University of Kansas, I decided to take a tour of the campus with prospective students. I learned all about the educational opportunities at KU and was introduced to many of the schools traditions --- including "waving the wheat" and meeting the beloved Jayhawk. Waving the Wheat traditionally occurs after a touchdown or something just a fabulous. I am "waving the wheat" with about 100 prospective students & parents and me. I'm sure these people thought Gail was nuts waving the wheat with a cut-out turtle, but hey --- at least they are smiling and pretending to have fun. If you did not know, the Jayhawk is a mythical bird. It is a combination of a sparrow hawk (stealth fighter) and blue jay (noisy, quarrelsome bird). Never turn your back on the Jayhawk. The term "jayhawk" goes back to pre-Civil War era. Kansas was a free territory and Missouri was pro-slavery territory. There were many fights along the states' borders. In fact, Lawrence was raided by a band of Missourians who killed 183 Lawrence residents. No, we have never forgotten this. Gail hates Missouri! KU is the only college in the country that uses the Jayhawk. If you see a Jayhawk on a car or shirt, you know that they have ties to Lawrence, Kansas. When you see the Jayhawk, wave the wheat and think of Gail. Or heck, send your kid to KU --- Gail would love to meet you.

I went shopping in Weston, MO with Hope Corizzo and Gail. We had a great day shopping for others. Although, it was very difficult for me not to purchase a few things for myself. I have to travel light you know. There was an excellent opportunity to take a photo with Santa, but the camera's battery was dead.

I got to visit Alison Bates at her Opera!!

2007-11-16T22:05:00.000-05:00

I really enjoyed the lights of the dressing room. Don't I look great!!

I had my picture taken by the dressing room door

Close-up picture of me by the names on Alison's dressing room door. It also shows the names of the company and the opera.

Here I am by the sign pointing to the backstage area of the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, where Alison performs.

Alison and I in Alison's dressing room, ready to go into makeup.

Another picture of Alison and I in the dressing room.

Alison in full makeup, wig, and costume with wonderful little me.

Full-length shot of Alison's beautiful costume with me again. Can't wait for my next journey.

The Alum Academy in Dallas

2007-11-09T23:52:00.000-05:00

I attended this with Niki. We had a great time. It was good to see so many Surfing Sisters in one place. We even had time to whip out kolaches (Thanks Callie) and Queso Dip (Thanks Cassie). Above is the proof!

I went to visit Steph Long!

2007-11-02T00:25:00.000-05:00

Here I am with the scarecrows!!

THey have a little grey rabbit that has made a home in their shrubs in front. The rabbit also seemed to like the faux corn Steph had put out. LOL!

I went to visit Steph Long!

2007-11-01T22:08:00.000-05:00

Happy Halloween from the Longs and me!!

This RCA dog is a door stop on the inside of their front door.

THey had purple lights around our door and several "spooky" gargoyles around the door.

These are some more tombstones they made.

I went to visit Steph Long!

2007-10-31T21:59:00.000-05:00

This is one of the tombstones James and Steph painted for Halloween.

Here I am visiting some of Steph's decorations.

These are the pumpkins Steph raffled off for the Halloween Social that she attended.

I went to visit Steph Long!

2007-10-31T08:16:00.000-05:00

She came to me in Oct., which is breast cancer month. These are some flowers James gave me for doing a Breast Cancer walk.

I went to Lyman Orchards with Niki Rittenhouse.

2007-10-30T01:08:00.000-05:00

We spent the day in the Beautiful New england Countryside. Gotta love Fall in Connecticut.

Look!! Niki found an apple she liked.

I helped Niki reach an apple that was just out of her reach. Where to next??

I went to Old Sturbrudge Village with Niki Rittenhouse.

2007-10-29T00:51:00.000-05:00

Here I am with Niki and her DBF Chris as we start o explore Sturbridge village in MA. It is Niki's Birthday!!

Niki and I played a game of checkers with her mom.

Look!! I met a fake cow.

Here, Chris is playing badminton with me. Look. Real feathers.

Here Niki and I are standing out side of an old mill. The water wheel was huge!!!

IWent to visit Meredith Simpson for a special occasion!!

2007-10-28T20:22:00.000-05:00

After the trip back to NC from DC, I went Trick or Treating with Meredith's kids. I didn't have to dress up to blend in here!

Connor and Grayson showed me the neighborhood!

I made one last stop with the Simpsons. Grayson had a blast with me at the zoo.

IWent to visit Meredith Simpson for a special occasion!!

2007-10-27T20:31:00.000-05:00

After a long night at the ball, I traveled with Meredith and Neal to the Marine Corps Marathon. We saw some of the DC sights too! Here I am at the Holocaust Museum.

Before he ran the marathon route, Neal had to walk it! So, Meredith and I tagged along. As you can see, the scenery was great!

Finally, the finish line! We are all set for the morning run. Thank goodness for my shell, because it was awfully cold!

My alarm went off super early to make it to the start line. Meredith and I got a great spot to view the beginning of the race.

And they're off! Meredith and I are equally slow! We decided that they were more into spectator sports.

I helped Meredith cheer for her DH along the route. Here he comes!

After the race, I met Brianne Sherwood and Meagan Vargas.

IWent to visit Meredith Simpson for a special occasion!!

2007-10-26T20:45:00.000-05:00

I attended the United States Marine Corps Ball with Meredith and her DH, Neal. The Ball celebrates the birthday of the Marine Corps. It is the most formal event for the Marines each year. Meredith and her DH stayed at a B&B before the ball. I especially liked the jacuzzi tub and HUGE bed!

I arrived safely at the Ball. There wasn't a seat saved for me, so I had to share with Meredith.

The ceremony starts when the USMC band walks in. I had to hide under the napkin because it was so loud!

I enjoyed the USMC birthday cake. It is tradition that the oldest Marine present cut and serve a piece of cake to the youngest Marine present. It signifies the passing of tradition to the future of the Marine Corps.

Here I am again at the table.

I got to visit with Amanda Atchley!!

2007-10-25T10:36:00.000-05:00

Amanda was thrilled about going to the State Fair!! Maybe she ate too much!

I went at the State Fair (first with Amanda's DH before we went in, then playing games, then going through the candy warehouse, then with the prize I won at the squirt game and then having yummy funnel cake)

I got to visit with Amanda Atchley!!

2007-10-24T10:31:00.000-05:00

I am scrapbooking with Amanda and her friend!

Here I am at Sam's Club drinking a drink that is bigger than I is!

I got to visit with Amanda Atchley!!

2007-10-23T10:12:00.000-05:00

I thought I would cath up on what you SSers are doing while I am traveling all over.

I went to visit the campus of NC State (where Amanda's DH goes to school).
I am sitting in a parabola (there are two far apart from each other) and you whisper on one end and hear it loud and clear on the other. Something about the way the thing is shaped sound travels to a focal point on the other side.

I got to visit with Amanda Atchley!!

2007-10-22T08:50:00.000-05:00

Here are photgraphs of my arrival!!

Amanda and her DH were very happy to see me!!

For Dinner we went out to Danny's BBQ.

Here is what was for dinner!

While Amanda went to the bathroom, I had to try her dessert....maybe I ate too much??

I went to visit Amanda Cullip!!

2007-10-21T23:02:00.000-05:00

I am at Bam's, the best restraunt in Lago Vista. Home of the Stuffed Burger. Here I am photographed with the owner, a good friend and Amanda's DBF.

Here I am also at Bam's with another local resident of Lago Vista, Tx. Time for my next trip!

I went to visit Amanda Cullip!!

2007-10-20T22:58:00.000-05:00

I got to go see a play called The Mousetrap. A wonderful murder mystery performed by the Lago Vista Players Club.

I was a guest at the Lion's Club of Point Venture Meeting. Here Tippy is with Amanda on the left and a fellow Lion.

I went to visit Joan Patterson!!

2007-10-20T00:28:00.005-05:00

Today was Carrie’s wedding! Early in the day, I scheduled a luxurious spa treatment.

The ceremony and reception were really nice. As you can see, the gowns were beautiful. I had my own chair at the reception, and I chose filet mignon as my entree. There was live music and a lot of dancing; it appears that a good time was had by all.

I went to visit Amanda Cullip!!

2007-10-19T22:20:00.000-05:00

My visit to The Village of Point Venture

A small village of only 657 people

Our brand new grocery store Super S. Before the Super S I would have had to drive 45 minutes to get groceries.

I loved my lunch at the floating restraunt, The Pier. I even got to feed the giant catfish that hang around the restraunt.

I went to visit Joan Patterson!!

2007-10-19T00:23:00.000-05:00

I had arrived the previous day, so there was time to relax at Joan’s home before the drive to New York for cousin Carrie’s wedding. Our trip across Pennsylvania was rather stormy, but we were rewarded with a rainbow. We could see the entire arc! I snapped this photo through the windshield.

Visiting Allison Mullen for her wedding!

2007-09-30T15:26:00.000-05:00

I was getting ready to leave but wanted I picture taken with Mr. and Mrs. Carrow before heading off to my next destination. I had a wonderful time and looks forward to visiting again. What a great wedding!!

Visiting Allison Mullen for her wedding!

2007-09-29T16:23:00.000-05:00

I thought the flowers that were going to be made into the bridesmaids' bouquets were gorgeous so I insisted on having my picture taken with them

I was a big help the day before the wedding with last minute details. I even helped in making the programs for the church

I had a great time at the wedding but was exhausted the next day! I loved the bride's bouquet. The roses smelled wonderful

This is the sign from the table I sat at at the wedding. I enjoyed socializing with Allison's parents, Keith's parents, and Allison's grandparents while enjoying spectacular food.

I was so exhausted that I slipped and fell into the basket of wedding cards! Allison took my picture while I was taking a nap there.

I went to the Big E with Niki Rittenhouse!!

2007-09-28T22:47:00.000-05:00

Niki and I had a very exciting time at the Big E. Didn't know we were that daring did you??

So this is the big E. It is a region fair that represents the 6 states of New England. Chirs, Niki's DBF, thought that we would both enjoy it.
I just wanted to show your some of the stuff they were selling at the Big E.

Look I met a new friend. Another turtle at the Big E!! By the way it was held in Mass.

Visiting Allison Mullen for her wedding!

2007-09-28T16:01:00.000-05:00

I arrived at Allison's and got to relax with Abie after my long trip

I went to work with Allison and wanted to have my pictures taken with her books. I wanted to be a lawyer for a day.

I then noticed Allison's framed David Wright picture in her office so I wanted my picture with him. I noticed that in the picture David Wright said he loved Allison.

Tippy went to Hawaii to visit Leigh Anne Schouest!!

2007-09-23T20:49:00.000-05:00

This was my tasty bunch!!
Boy, are the flowers pretty in paradise!!

Here I am looking out over Leigh Anne's Lanai. It is just too pretty!!

Tippy went to Hawaii to visit Leigh Anne Schouest!!

2007-09-22T20:32:00.000-05:00

I went to hang by the pool at Hale Koa with Leigh Anne

Time for the beach!!

Here I am at Wiakiki with Diamond Head in the background. How pretty is this??

I even got to go to the beach!!

I love all of this fun in the sun!!

Tippy went to Hawaii to visit Leigh Anne Schouest!!

2007-09-21T20:28:00.000-05:00

First off, Niki wanted me to tell you all that she is super jealous that I got to come to Hawaii. I arrived late in the day, so I decided to take a nap with Leigh Anne's daughter, Elizabeth. what a long plane flight!!

Here is my great visit with Marge!!!!

2007-09-19T23:36:00.000-05:00

On my last day with Marge and the DH, we decided to stay close to home. First, though, Marge had to find me! I decided to hide from marge in the bougainvillea on our terrace and my greenness blended right in!

After they found me, Ricardo and Marge took me up the hill for a last look at San José Bay. I wanted to surf, but decided the rocks looked a little treacherous. I found an excuse to get out of any kind of physical exertion except swimming. I am such a lazy turtle. :-)

Back home again, I headed for the pool in my new bikini, but of course wouldn't let Marge take my picture in it. I swam around a lot, but Marge had to explain to the other people that I wouldn't bite! They seemed to think it was strange having a bikini-wearing turtle around. That's because they aren't DZ's.

You can't end a vacation in paradise without a picture of the sunset, so here it is, a typlcal Cabo sunset. It was a perfect way to end my last day with Marge and Ricardo, and thye sadly sent me off to my next destination. Time for my next journey.

Here is my great visit with Marge!!!!

2007-09-18T23:31:00.000-05:00

Well, finally I was off to Cabo San Lucas, where my first stop, of course, was Cabo Wabo! Unfortunately they didn't believe I over 18 since I am so tiny, so I had to settle for pictures outside the club. You can see it's almost as busy during the day as it is at night.

Shopping!!! Wow, I do like to shop! I went crazy here, finding some cute dresses, a big hammock, and lots of handmade gifts for the family back home. (Do I ever go home?) Of course I had to get a cute bikini, because next stop was...

Medano Beach! I wouldn't let Marge take my picture in my bikini, so before I changed I posed in front of Land's End, the southernmost point on the Baja Peninsula. The famous Cabo arch is there, but you can't see the opening from this part of the city.

After all those water sports I needed a cool break, so we found a sports bar where I watched hmy favorite team playing baseball. (Sorry, no hints about which is my team!)

Here is my great visit with Marge!!!!

2007-09-17T23:24:00.000-05:00

I wanted to see what the desert looks like, so we drove east along the coast for a little bit. This is the view back toward the town of San José, with the San José Bay in the center. The new marina is under construction at the near end of the bay. You can see our desert isn't just sand. We get 5" or 6" of rain each summer when the tropical storms come through, and that keeps things green for a long time.

I loved the cactus! I could climb all over them and the spines didn't hurt my tough skin. This is a local favorite people here call the pitahaya. That's really the name of the fruit that comes from them, and we have two kinds, white fruit and red fruit.

I decided to climb a small cardon cactus by the side of the road. These are the biggest cactus in the world and can get to be 70 ft. high and live for 300 years! I said I am going to come visit this one every 50 years and see how it's doing. I figures I'll live that long, too! I think that Niki Needs to come check this out. Anyone want to come with her?

Here is my great visit with Marge!!!!

2007-09-16T23:08:00.000-05:00

I started off my visit with Marge in Granite Falls, WA, where Marge was visiting her son and family. I had a great time playing with Kayla and Ava, who thought I was just adorable. In fact, we found that little Ava got a really good "taste" of DZ from me, I didn't mind that my pony tail got a little wet.

Kayla found that I was as great a shopper as she was when we visited the Seattle Outlets for an afternoon of fun. I picked up a couple of cute outfits for me trip to Mexico, while Marge bought suitcases so she'd have room for her new purchases plus all of my things.

I wanted to find out what Mexican food was like, so Marge took me to the Acapulco Restaurant in Granite Falls where I learned all about Margaritas from Marge's son, Andy. It was big, so she helped me finish it.The visit in WA was very short, and we had to head to San José del Cabo after just a couple days. In case you still don't know, San José is at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula, 1000 miles south of California. Check out the tracking map on the blog and you'll see all the dots down there.

We arrived after the national Independence holiday Sept. 15, but in San José fiestas last a long time, so all of the month of Sept. downtown was decorated, the circus was in town, and bands played late every weekend. I enjoyed seeing the decorations on City Hall, with the beautiful new plaza in front.

I was impressed with the big new flag flying over the plaza. No, that's not Cabo Wabo there on the right, they just sell the CW Tequila.

San José's church is very old and beautiful. This church replaced the mission destroyed by some angry villagers who killed the Spanish missionary because he told them they should only have one wife! I was surprised by the picture above the door showing how they killed the missionary. Marge told me not to worry, that was a long time ago and people in San José are very nice now!

This is another view of the decorations on the plaza, showing the Independence Bell. The original bell is now hanging in the Presidential Palace in Mexico City, and is rung by the president to remember when Miguel Hidalgo, the priest in the little town of Dolores (now Dolores Hidalgo) rang the church bell to gather the townspeople to announce the beginning of the independence fight. Replicas of the bell hang in each city around the country, and the mayor rings the bell and gives the ceremonial "grito," or shout for independence at 11:00 the night of Sept. 15.

Tippy when to the movies with Niki Rittenhouse!!

2007-09-14T17:58:00.000-05:00

I +know that Niki can be a little crazy, but her and her DBF took me to the movies to watch the RedSox/Yankees game. Here is the proof.

Here is Niki and I going to find our seats.

Here I am inside. Too bad the Red Soxs blew it in the 8th!!

I got to go to the Officer Retreat in DC!!

2007-09-08T18:09:00.000-05:00

Look is the officers and me on the Metro going to tour DC. Here is Nikki H-H, Tracy B, Inez A, and Jill K-E.

Here is Misha and Hope.

Here is Callie B, Niki R, Allison M, and Deanna M. (from left to right)

Here si Jenn O and Andi H (our fearless elader).

Here I am. Holding on tight!!

Here I am at Starbucks with Niki and Allison. I met some new friends!!

Look!! Niki and I found George Washington!!

Here I am at the Washinton Monument with Niki, Hope, Misha and Allsion. We just went to the Holocaust Musuem.

This is almost the same picture. Deanna got in and Hope took the picture.

We went to Glory Days for Dinner. Boy am I full!!

I went to SC with Jessica Lentini!!

2007-08-12T14:12:00.000-05:00

On Sunday, Jessica, DF, and I went to Myrtle Beach! They had a big aquarium and I had her photo taken all over the place. I wanted it taken with an iguana, with some fish, and of course, the largest turtle shell I have ever seen up on the wall! I got to see a large sea turtle floating all over the place, but the turtle wouldn't stop moving to get a clear photo with me.

I went to SC with Jessica Lentini!!

2007-08-11T13:42:00.000-05:00

I went to South Carolina with newly engaged DF and Jessica. Our first stop, at my insistence was the beautiful Beta Delta house in the University of South Carolina's Greek Village on Saturday Morning. Then we went off to Spartanburg, SC for one of my BD sister's weddings. They had an area outside of the hotel shaped like South Carolina and since it was Tippy's second time here, we just had to get a photo of her with it.

Niki Rittenhouse took me to a Royals game at Yankee stadium!!

2007-08-05T13:40:00.000-05:00

Here we are outside of the stadium before the game. Go Royals!!
I love baseball games!!

Niki Rittenhouse took me to a Mets Game!!

2007-07-28T23:36:00.000-05:00

Niki wanted to make sure that i saw Shea Stadium before the team moved next door. I sue have seen a lot of baseball games this summer!! What a good time. The Mets won.

I went to Denver with Tracy Bank!!

2007-07-26T15:02:00.000-05:00

What a week! Tracy stopped by the Krispy Kreme donut shop on the way to the airport. You HAVE to stop when you see the the "hot" light on. It's a law or something (says Tracy). The guy who makes the donuts was kind enough to pose with me and Tracy as the hot tasty treats were being frosted. Of course, she had to bribe him by wearing a donut hat.

Ahhh! Relaxing with a nice meal and comfy seats. Tippy ONLY flies first class (Hee hee!). Our flight attendants were happy to pose with me in between pouring drinks.

Whheeeee! This is me, at 35,000 feet, somewhere over Kansas, I think!

Tracy flew into Baltimore/Washington Airport to pick up her daughter Gillian before heading back to Virginia where she lives. This area of Maryland is famous for the University of Maryland "Terrapin Turtle". FEAR IT!!

Tracy's daughter Gillian took care of me on the ride home. I really needed the comfort as the Washington, DC beltway is terrifying! Those crazy Virginia drivers!!

We all had breakfast at the historic "Double T" diner in Ellicot City, MD before heading home.

I had a great time on Tracy's vacation and I'm off to visit Jessica Lentini on her trip next week. See you then!

I went to Denver with Tracy Bank!!

2007-07-25T14:59:00.000-05:00

Here I am at the Rho house at the University of Denver, collegiate home of some of our favorite Surfing Sisters

This is me with Larry, Babs' husband. He was true DZ husband, helping cart the "girls" to the Rho house for the party on the lawn.

See, I told the girls they'd have a great time! A nice green lawn, some shade, and the company of all those Rho sisters.

Ding, Dong! Anyone home?

We found a collegian that was home, so we took a group picture of the reunion gang, said good bye the "girls" and aloha to everyone for the great get-together!

I went to Denver with Tracy Bank!!

2007-07-24T14:51:00.000-05:00

Later that evening, after a harrowing drive back down the mountains, I met a terrific group of Surfing Sisters at the Applebees in Denver. What a treat! I got to meet Caryl from Hawaii, Babs, Becky, and said husbands, too!! Here I am with Wayne and Caryl, who get the prize for "furthest traveled". Aloha!

Before heading to bed after a long day, I got our picture snapped with the gorgeous group. There's Tracy, Caryl ,Babs, Laura (who should join Surfing Sisters, really!) and Becky.

The next day, Tracy took me to the Denver Surfing Sisters Reunion. What a blast! I was seated next to Spuds, the Idaho Potato, who came down with Babs from Idaho Falls.

It's always good to meet up with the "girls" on my various travels. This one was pretty stiff...I promised to help her loosen up with a party at the Rho house later that afternoon.

I went to Denver with Tracy Bank!!

2007-07-23T14:22:00.000-05:00

Before the ghost tour, we dined in in the Century old Cascades Restaurant. I felt right at home next to the Trout aquarium.

Overlooking the lake, and in the mini-series, this front lawn was the location for the creepy animated hedge animals!

Colorado Rocky Mountain Hiiiiiiiiggghhhh!

This is Tracy, right before the pouring rain chased us all inside. Perfect weather for a hauntingly good time.

I went to CA to visit Meredith Simpson!!

2007-07-22T23:50:00.000-05:00

I played with the little people, napped with Reagan (their dog), lunched with Grayson and even survived her taste test by Grayson. This visit wore me out. I am one tired turtle!!

I went to CA to visit Meredith Simpson!!

2007-07-21T23:46:00.000-05:00

I was busy with the Meredith's kids while I visited. I like poeple that are closer to my size. The highlight of my trip was a pink/green themed fairy party. Connor and Grayson wore green, and Grayson even had some wings. I had a great time.

I went to CA to visit Meredith Simpson!!

2007-07-20T23:39:00.000-05:00

I visited Meredith's DH at work (even though he wouldn't pose in the picture with her!). I did not have fun on the obstacle course with DH! Now one should have to exercise that much!

I got to spend some time with Susan Anderson!!

2007-07-18T00:33:00.000-05:00

The Klingon would not allow me in the picture - said she would had to be the only alien in the picture - even though she was standing next to a 14 year old!! :) I loved traveling the Strip & seeing all of the hotels. I loved riding the roller coaster over at NY, NY. I saw Phantom over at the Ventian. I was concerned about her attending the street party for Buffet. Susan almost lost me in the crowd. I was really jamming with cheeseburgers & the margaritas!! After the HUGE block party, I hit the pool at the MGM. She loved the various pools to include the Lazy River. Here is a shot of me riding down the river with inner tubes. Okay - so I over did it & grabbed several with the help of Zach. I was trying to get the attention of the really great looking cabana boys!!

I got to spend some time with Susan Anderson!!

2007-07-17T00:28:00.000-05:00

This shows my viewing of Shiprock - famous landmark in NM & heading towards Durango CO. The waterfall is just outside of Durango. After having some pretty wild adventures in AZ & NM, I am really looked forward to staying in Durango. Because of hmy celebrity status, we got the Executive Suite at the Doubletree Hotel in Durango. I had never stayed in a 4 room hotel suite before. Everyone had to keep a strong watch over me so I didn't go crazy with room service. I loved the pink roses that were in the dining room. I am really getting use to the champagne that keeps showing up!! Even though I am getting use to champagne - Susan drew the line on my using her Waterford tumblers!!

Okay after traveling CO - NM - AZ (with a brief fling to Kearney, NE), I am off to Las Vegas & a Jimmy Buffet concert at the MGM Grand. In the previous set - The Andersons had to track me down over at Hooters. I thought Jimmy was over there, but they did convince me to hang around the MGM. Here I is at the Hilton - well known to some of the DZ's on list & at Quark's.

I got to spend some time with Susan Anderson!!

2007-07-16T00:23:00.000-05:00

I got to ride the Grand Canyon Train. Here I am with Zach & Jonathan, friend of the family. I loved the train ride around the GC & thought the champagne was the best part. The group shot are the losers who hiked all the way from rim to rim with me & forgot to take one stinkin' picture. Shown are Gus & Mona, Jonathan's folks, Alan (in the hat - my DH) & Becky, my Pi Phi DD. Also is a shot of Four Corners. I loved standing in all four states but because of the high wind, I didn't want a photo showing my hair all messed up.

I got to spend some time with Susan Anderson!!

2007-07-15T00:14:00.000-05:00

I started out from CO traveling down through NM & heading over to the Grand Canyon. The old car is part of the Old Route 66 that runs through the Painted Desert & The Petrified Forest. I wanted to help drive, so Susan said I could drive that car. Can't see me behind the steering wheel, but I was having a blast!! :) These pics also show the painted desert & the TPF. We crossed the Colorado River into Indian territory - hence my photo op with my youngest son Zach. There is also a shot of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon where my hike was going to begin. I would be hiking rim to rim - 23 miles of the Grand Canyon....oh that one picture - I became part of the Wild West show at the Grand Canyon Hotel. I have to say, I was fabulous....

I went to a Phillies game with Inez Apgar!!

2007-07-13T21:50:00.000-05:00

I went to Citizens Bank Ballpark to watch the Philadelphia Phillies take on the Saint Louis Cardinals with Inez. I enjoyed some awesome crab fries from Chickie's & Pete's.

Once the game started, TI was thrilled with how close we was to the players, especially the reigning MVP of the National League, Ryan Howard.

The Phillies annihilated the Cardinals! Look at that score!

I really enjoyed it when the Phillies hit home runs, because the big Citizens Bank Park Bell would ring!

Inez and I were so happy to have seen such a great win by the Phillies!

I am in NJ to visit Inez Apgar!!

2007-07-12T22:00:00.000-05:00

Inez's DS, Ryan, was happy to share his snacks with me.

Ryan thought I was pretty cute, so he gave me a big kiss.

Ryan thought I would enjoy some down time, so we watched Thomas the Tank Engine together.

I went to PA with Michele Driscoll!!

2007-07-04T15:38:00.000-05:00

I spent the Fourth of July with Michele Driscoll in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. There is a small community just outside the city known as Bellevue Park, and they have a “Sillybration” every Independence Day – I just couldn’t resist joining in! The day started with a parade through the area, including floats, a fire truck, a band, and various individual entries (designed for the entertainment of the viewing public!). I loved watching everything go by and enjoyed the parade immensely. Afterwards, everyone gathered in the driveway of one of the residents of Bellevue Park for an oratorical competition. Various people gave speeches on whatever interested them and I was entertained by the “Steppettes,” a group of women who create new songs (old music, new lyrics) that address timely issues, specifically for Sillybration every year. Afterwards, everyone headed over to the community building for lunch. It’s a potluck affair, and I helped Michele make mini-turkey meatloaves as her contribution. They were quite popular, and the 25 that were made vanished within 10 minutes! Lots of salads, sandwiches, and desserts were happily consumed. They even had the makings for ice cream sundaes, so I was more than happy to help herself to the chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and other toppings. While everyone was enjoying their holiday lunch, the entire group was led in a sing-a-long of old songs and patriotic favorites.

Sillybration always has a few themes going on every year, in order to help people with ideas for the parade as well as decorations. This year was Bellevue Park’s 100th anniversary, so that was the major theme, but it was also the 50th anniversary of bubble wrap! Various residents of the Park created some interesting displays using bubble wrap (the Steppettes were all wearing bubble wrap wings to accompany their song about Gypsy Moths). I particularly liked the bubble wrap ice cream cone, and got her picture taken with it!

It was a very busy holiday, but I had a fantastic time in Pennsylvania to celebrate our nation’s birthday! Where to Next??

In TN with Heather Brown!! Fathers Day!!

2007-06-17T16:30:00.000-05:00

On my last day in Murfreesboro, I spent Father's Day with the Brown family! I wanted to take my picture with the dads of the family - this is Heather's dad, Mark, and her brother, Jordan, whose baby is due in October!

In TN with Heather Brown!!

2007-06-16T16:35:00.000-05:00

We went to Nashville on Saturday for a DZ Father-Daughter event!

We had the Father-Daughter lunch at the Gerst Haus - an infamous German restaurant in downtown Nashville.

Across the street from the Gerst Haus is LP Field - Home of the Tennessee Titans!

Sommet Center - This is home of the Nashville Predators....for now anyway!

The Country Music Hall of Fame...yes, it is Music City

The Ryman Auditorium - This was the original home of the Grand Ole Opry.

The Batman Building! Ok, it's really the BellSouth Tower, but it's known in Nashville as the Batman Building because the top looks like Batman's mask. It's currently the tallest building in Nashville. Until....The Signature Tower is complete. Then this building will be the 3rd tallest in the United States...I think

The Tennessee State Capitol and Legislative Plaza

We went over the Vanderbilt University Campus for a little while...Here's Heather's Alma Mater! And here's where Heather sends a lot of her clients from work....there were some crazy phone calls I heard during my stay! The Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center is the home of the National Center for Childhood Deafness and Family Communication and also has speech, language, rehabilitation and audiology services. Fits in well with our national philanthropy!Vanderbilt Children's Hospital is where the Heart of Tennessee Alumnae Chapter performs their philanthropy work!

In TN with Heather Brown!!!

2007-06-15T16:04:00.000-05:00

I decided to catch some rays before I jumped in the pool. Time to take a dip! My turtle shell is nice to float around on.

Heather got this interesting badge pillow while I was there. I was rather fond of the colors.

Jordan, Heather, Tasha and I went out to eat at the Mellow Mushroom after swimming. We were hungry!! They had a fun atmosphere and cool shirts.

Heather and I smiling after eating!!

I went to TN to see Heather Brown!!

2007-06-14T15:53:00.000-05:00

I finally arrived in Murfreesboro! It was late...

But she let me have a party with some fellow turtles while she finished working

She had a Tippy sized bed that just perfect for me

I was kind of excited about going swimming and I kept jumping around the car
Here I am with Heather's brother, Jordan! He was pretty cool.....Until I asked if I could drive....
Be he relented. I was too cute to say no!

I made it to England to see Mia!!!

2007-06-03T18:50:00.000-05:00

Mia and I went all over the farm, here we are checking out one of the barns on the Chateaux in France

Jacob was trying to make me dizzy, but we wanted to get as much as the Châteaux De Flottemanville as possible

Another view in front of the Chateaux

I’ve never seen a city built on a mountain, that’s an island…….I really enjoyed Mont St. Michel.

My bedroom in the Gite (small cottage), it was comfortable…they use duvet’s and no sheets…it was weird! Well this was all from my side trip to France. I loved the Normandy D-Day sights, but it was to solemn a place to take pictures with a traveling turtle! BonJour….

I am sad to leave Endgland and France..... I wonder where I am headed next?!?!?

I made it to England to see Mia!!!

2007-06-02T18:44:00.000-05:00

Some of the things I learned in the UK: This is a Conservatory

In Denmark I had so much fun hanging out with Anjel's laundry, I asked Mia to pin me up for a few minutes

Mia has a pub in her house...what's a barwench?

Ahh, my other small friends...The Booze Brothers

The other weird thing I learned in the UK...this thing is called a "Hob"...silly me calling it a stove top, and what's it doing so low to the ground?

I made it to England to see Mia!!!

2007-06-01T18:32:00.000-05:00

When Mia said she was doing everybody's work she sure wasn't kidding, I tried to help out but I didn't understand her organized chaos....

I had to get a picture driving on the "wrong" side of the road. I had to turn around in case any cars were coming towards us...Scary

Dusty Dog and I had fun riding in the back of the Mini....who said England has horrible weather

Shawn let me help drive the MINI...

Can you find me...I'm hiding in the flowers with the Swaffham village sign. Every town has there own sign...Swaffham's sign shows the Peddler of Swaffham.

There are all kinds of small folk that were just my size...I'm blocking the rain level on Fred so you all think it was beautiful for my entire visit!

I went to Grand Island to visit Melanie!!

2007-05-27T18:27:00.000-05:00

No trip to the Buffalo are is complete without some Buffalo Chicken Wings! I thought they were wonderful - served with plenty of hot sauce, blue cheese and celery!

Here I am at Riverlea, a historical house on the southern end of Grand Island. The home was built as a farm house for Lewis F Allen, uncle of President Grover Clevelend. Grover Cleveland spent many of his childhood summers at the house. Today it is part of the NYS Parks System, and is a museum and home to the Grand Island Historical Society.

Here I am checking out Niagara Falls! These are the American Falls, with the city of Niagara Falls, NY in the background.

I went to Grand Island to visit Melanie!!

2007-05-26T18:19:00.000-05:00

I took a boat ride in the Niagara River with Melanie and her mom and dad. Here's I am learning how to drive the boat, with some help from dad!

Here's I am with Melanie leaving the Erie Canal. The sign in the background points the way to Lake Erie and Buffalo.

The Erie Canal begins right off of the Niagara River. Here is I at the entrance to the canal. The Erie Canal was built in the early 1800's to connect Lake Erie to the Hudson River for cargo to be shipped, and at that time was an engineering marvel and was considered the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Today it is primarily used for recreational purposes.

I went to Grand Island to visit Melanie!!

2007-05-25T17:58:00.000-05:00

I arrived at Melanie's house in Grand Island, NY!

Right away, I met Melanie's cat, KC. KC was pretty curious about the new houseguest, but warmed up quickly to me. Good thing, because KC and I had to play together during the day while Melanie went to work!

Here's I am hanging out in Melanie's herb garden, enjoying the sunshine and the wonderful breeze coming off of the Niagara River. Grand Island is an actual island in the Niagara River between Buffalo, NY and Niagara Falls, NY, and Melanie lives just a few houses away from the river.

I went to Granbury Texas to see Jordyn!!

2007-05-23T23:15:00.000-05:00

On my last night with the Woodall's, I got to attend Nicole's Preschool graduation.

Nicole and I got to be very good friends during my visit and there were some tears when the goodbyes were said.
Jprdyn wanted to post....I had such a great time visiting with Tippy and sharing a week of my life with her. I can't wait to see what adventure she will have next!
I wonder where that will be!!

I went to Granbury Texas to see Jordyn!!

2007-05-22T23:11:00.000-05:00

I went to work with Jordyn!!! Here I am sitting in Jordyn's desk chair in her classroom (yes, she knows it's a messy!).
I also helped Jordyn count how many more days were left until summer vacation. She even said to me..."Five more days? Tippy, that's too many!"

I went to Granbury Texas to see Jordyn!!

2007-05-21T23:05:00.000-05:00

I had a great time visiting the Woodall household this past week. They were very busy getting ready for the last day of school and doing some last minute planning for the wedding.

I went to the wedding shower that Joseph's church threw for the happy couple. I ate a lot of cake and helped open presents.

After the shower, I was very tired and decided to take a nap with Jordyn's DD, Nicole.

I joined SEVERAL Sisters at the NYC reunion!!

2007-05-20T21:21:00.000-05:00

Micki was nice enough to help me at bunch on Sunday morning. We are eating at Sarabeth's neat Central Park. Yummy Eggs Benidict!
Niki R, Michelle D, Susan A, Jen C, Micki S, Inez A, and Cassie G were all present at bunch that day. Don't we all look great in this picture? We had such a good time chatting one more time before everyone went home.

Cassie G, Inez A, Niki R and I went to Trump Towers after bunch on our way back to the hotel to get our bags.
I even got to met the Trumps!!
I had such a good time in NYC. I so look forward to my next journey. I wonder where it will be?!?!

I joined SEVERAL Sisters at the NYC reunion!!

2007-05-19T21:54:00.000-05:00

So as we were walking to Central Park today, I saw the Scientology Celebrity Center. I was really hoping to have my picture taken with Tom and Katie, but no such luck!!

After walking through Central Park and going to the Metropolitian Museum of Art, Jen C, Micki S, inez A, Cassie G and Niki R all decided to get Mani-pedis. Isn't this the cutest picture??

We all had dinner at Pantis. This is a known spot for celebrity sightings, but again it didn't happen for me. Niki R was really happy to get some Creme Brulee. There were some great fries too!! Nice pink and green ajcket Cassie!!

After a funb filled night at a comedy show, Niki R, Inez A, Cassie G and I went to The View. This is a lounge that rotates at the top of the Marriot in Times Square. We sampled a cheese and dessert buffet and enjoyed the view. Sorry the picture below is so dark.

I joined SEVERAL Sisters at the NYC reunion!!

2007-05-18T21:14:00.000-05:00

I rode the Metro North train from Waterbury, CT with Niki Rittenhouse so that I could attend the NYC Reunion. I am SOOOO excited to see so many sisters at once. Tonight we are going to have drinks at the hotel, go to a stakhouse for dinner and then head to the "Top of the Rock". I have never been to the top of Reckefeller Center.

Tippy went to Denmark To see Angel!!

2007-05-14T23:02:00.000-05:00

For my last day in Denmark I offered to stay home with Angel and help her with some laundry and gardening. I had a few things in my suitcase that could stand a little washing too! One of the most fun things about travelling around the world to visit my sisters is that I can see how people actually live. It's nice to kick back and not have to play tourist every day.
I wonder where I will end up next??

Tippy went to Denmark To see Angel!!

2007-05-13T23:00:00.000-05:00

The one thing I told Angel I had to do while in Denmark was eat an authentic cheese danish! Sadly she informed me there was no such thing, however there were lots of other yummy treats to be found at the bakery. Even the smallest town has a bakery which would be very bad for my figure if I lived here.

I couldn't decide which one looked the yummiest so we brought several home to try out. I think my favorite was one with raspberries and cream on the inside. Definitely much better than the not Danish, danishes we get in the US.

Tippy went to Denmark To see Angel!!

2007-05-12T22:55:00.000-05:00

Hej from Denmark! Angel and her DH, Mark took me and showed me around different parts of Sealand even though she is very pregnant (as you can see in the picture)! This is the island they live on where Copenhagen is also located. We went to visit Helsingor which is in the north eastern part of the island. The land in the background is Sweden and there are ferries that go back and forth all day between the two countries. The sign says "no fishing" and the water looked a little too cold to go swimming. Oh well, I guess it's not so bad that I forgot to pack my bathing suit! It was still a very nice, though windy day.

Denmark seems to love statues. They are everywhere! This one of the Hydra was one of my favorites. So we had to get our picture made by it.

Next stop was Kronborg Castle. This is the castle that Shakespeare wrote about in his play Hamlet. Every summer different Shakespeare companies come and perform the play here. We decided to pose with some nice statues of Hamlet and Ophelia outside the castle.

Visiting Misha in Colorado Springs!!--Where next??

2007-05-11T21:11:00.000-05:00

Then one final wave goodbye to Pikes Peak (with Misha's daughter Sydney) and now I’s on my way! Where will I show up next??

Visiting Misha in Colorado Springs!!

2007-05-06T21:06:00.000-05:00

I played in Misha's flower bed with Wesley (Dare I say … I Tip-Toed Through the Tulips??)

Visiting Misha in Colorado Springs!!

2007-05-05T21:01:00.000-05:00

Then we went to the Colorado Springs Panhellenic Luncheon. At the Luncheon, I got to see a special painting, entitled Panhellenic Garden. The painting was created by nationally known artist PJ Heylinger, a Delta Zeta alumna. PJ’s work has been featured on the cover of The LAMP of Delta Zeta. PJ is a member of the COS Alumna Chapter. That painting is property of the chapter and is proudly displayed at the annual Panhel Luncheon and at some COS alumna functions.

I also got to eat some great food!! All fo you DZs sure know how to eat.

Visiting Misha in Colorado Springs!!

2007-05-04T20:46:00.000-05:00

The first day that I got to Colordao Springs, I needed a little rest. So we got some R &R and took the first couple days easy. But then, Misha took me to a Casino Night Party. We had a ton of fun!!

I went to Europe with Meagan!

2007-04-26T16:50:00.000-05:00

Meagan Vargas and I in Tuscany, Italy on Thursday, April 26, 2007 touring the Tuscany countryside and Tuscany Wine Vineyards.

I went to Europe with Meagan!

2007-04-24T16:25:00.000-05:00

Meagan Vargas and I in Florence, Italy at the Flower Garden Bardini, and
picture of Tippy overlooking the City of Florence, Italy.

I went to Europe with Meagan!

2007-04-23T14:01:00.000-05:00

Meagan and I at D-Day American Cementary in Normady, France paying our respects to all those soldiers that lost their lives in World War II on D-Day and the days and months following....

I saw a Red Sox/Yankees Game at Fenway Park!!

2007-04-22T22:43:00.000-05:00

I stopped by to get some more clothes from Niki Rittenhouse and she and her DBF took me to Fenway park for a game. What a classic series that the Sox swept the Yankees. Niki's DBF was very happy.

Time to head off to my next destination!! what a fun weekend in New England!!

I went to NJ/NY to see Jessica Lentini

2007-04-21T22:23:00.000-05:00

On Saturday night, Jessica and I took the Path Train to New York City.

We stopped at Ground Zero so that I could see where the Twin Towers once stood. I even had my photo taken where they used to be.

Then we traveled to the Livingroom where we saw Joe Purdy, the singer/songwriter that has songs on Grey's Anatomy, Lost, House, etc. Joe heard I was in the audience and wanted to meet me.
Then we went to famous jazz bar, The Fat Black Pussycat.

Our waitress was an aspiring actress and thought that if she had her picture taken with me, then she would get cast in a big role (she has been on Entourage, in some commercials and was recently in School for Scoundrels with Billy Bob Thornton).

I had a great time Jessica...I do have time for a pit stop on the way to me next destination...where will I be??

I went to NJ/NY to see Jessica Lentini

2007-04-20T22:20:00.000-05:00

I was very very very tired when we got home, so I took a little nap with Jazz. Jazz even let her sleep in her bed. She didn't seem to mind that there was a turtle asleep with her. Of course I wanted her photo taken with the Gamecock that is in Jessica's house. I even played Wii and did pretty good while bowling.

I went to NJ/NY to see Jessica Lentini

2007-04-19T22:12:00.000-05:00

On Thursday, the sun finally came out and I went with Jessica to Hackensack and to visit her work, the law firm, Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo.

I went to NJ/NY to see Jessica Lentini

2007-04-18T22:17:00.000-05:00

I got to Jessica's house just in time for the Noreaster that hit NJ. She sat in traffic with me for several hours since all of the roads in Northern New Jersey were VERY flooded.

I stopped by New haven, CT on my way to NJ!!

2007-04-17T12:22:00.000-05:00

I went to the Yale Art Museum with Niki Rittenhouse.
We ate lunch at JP Dempsey's. It was such a cute Irish pub.

This is me outside of the Peabody Museum of Natural History.

Look how big this turtle is. And it is missing a foot.

This is the size of the teeth of the shark that bit that large turtle's foot off.

Another huge turtle. I am glad that I did not run into these two when they were alive.

More turtle shells. Below is what I look like from the inside!! I thought that was interesting.

Niki and I standing in front of the Long Island Sound. Boy was it windy!!

This is where we had dinner that night. It is a place in West Haven that is across the street from the Long Island Sound.

Off to NJ!!

I am in OR with Catherine Lassesen!! Where am I going next??

2007-04-10T09:34:00.000-05:00

This photo was taken in my riding outfit. I had one last chance to ride a horse before slipping into my warm envelope and heading out to my next destination.

The photos are from the shopping I did in Grants Pass, OR. Here are two outfits. What do you think? I selected the pink and green one. The red and yellow was too loud for me. Though you had to love the purse and shoes!

I am in OR with Catherine Lassesen!!

2007-04-09T21:13:00.000-05:00

One of Catherine’s jobs is to mail items for the Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry. Here I am at the Days Creek Post Office helping her mail packages for the NFHR. This was interesting to meet a postal worker since I do all my traveling in the post. I am preparing for my trip. I cannot tell you where I will be going yet, because it is a surprise. But it will be a long trip! (Hint!)

I am taking it easy today. Catherine is letting me read a book that Paula Z. gave her. It is called Medoc. It is about a very smart elephant. Catherine liked the book!

Happy Easter with Catherine Lassesen!!

2007-04-08T21:11:00.000-05:00

HAPPY EASTER! We did some Easter egg hunting at the farm. It was fun. I have a stomach ache from eating too many chocolate eggs. We mainly hung out at the farm today. We did try to catch llamas, but ended up only chasing them. They would not let me take a photo with them. They also spit at people. I am glad they liked me.

I am in OR with Catherine Lassesen!!

2007-04-07T21:08:00.000-05:00

Hello from Days Creek. Actually, I went to work in Canyonville, OR today. I worked at the Canyonville Feed & Ranch Supply Store. It is located in downtown Canyonville, the 3rd oldest town in Oregon. Canyonville is home to the Seven Feathers Casino & Resort. It has a nice one street “downtown” area which mainly has antique shops on it. I was busy all day carrying 50 pound bags of feed for people’s animals. I even loaded 1 ton of hay!

I am in OR with Catherine Lassesen!!

2007-04-06T12:27:00.000-05:00

Merlin & Grants Pass, OR was great but not compared to going to the Wine Makers meal at the Spangler Winery. The photos from today are all taken at the dinner.

I am in OR with Catherine Lassesen!!

2007-04-05T09:31:00.000-05:00

I arrived at Days Creek, OR at 3:30 PM on April 5, 2007. I spent today riding horses at Catherine’s farm. Here are photos of me riding Lupin (A Norwegian Fjord Mare) and Major Joe (A American Paint Horse). There is also a photo of me with my new friend, Abel, the Norwegian Buhund and Catherine.

In Des Plains, IL with Robin Bentley!! Where to next?

2007-04-04T23:22:00.000-05:00

The first picture is of Dave (Robin's DBF) and I having a chat at Lac Des Plaines, (which is actually just an oversized retention pond) and enjoying the view. Lac Des Plaines also has a nice little 9 hole golf course, and a yaght club! Too bad it was too cold for the sailboats to be out this morning.

Here is Dave and I at The Leaning Tower in Niles, IL, a nearby suburb. This is a 1/3 size replicia of the tower in Pisa Italy, and was originally built in the 1930's as part of a big swimming pool. The pool has since been filled in, and a YMCA was built in it's place (called, oddly enough, The Leaning Tower "Y"), but the Tower remains. It's not exactly like sending me to Italy, but it's close, dontcha think?

Thanks for a great iem Robin, Dave and Friends!! Where am I headed next??

In Des Plains, IL with Robin Bentley!!

2007-04-03T23:12:00.000-05:00

Robin took me to visit her next door neighbors. It was Robin's neighbor Terry's birthday, so Robin got a shot of me and him together. The second picture is of Meagan, their 2-year-old, eating cookies with me.

In Des Plaines, IL with Robin Bentley!

2007-04-02T23:01:00.000-05:00

Here's I am shopping with Suzy and Robin at the brand new Trader Joe's they have in town.
I really like all of the flowers that they have around since Spring is here!!

I thought after a busy day of shopping that the ladies would want a cold one. Don't I look cute?

In Des Plaines, IL with Robin Bentley!

2007-04-02T22:54:00.000-05:00

Here I am having lunch at the Pancake House with Robin's sister Sue (also a DZ). Robin included a menu from the Pancake House with me to bring to my next destination.

In Des Plaines, IL with Robin Bentley!

2007-04-01T14:18:00.000-05:00

Just wanted to let you know that I arrived safe and sound here at 1725 E. Stockton this morning. Robin thought that I certainly pack light!