Historic chimney

Approaching Chimney RV Park, this was our first view of the old chimney which provided power to pump irrigation water from the Rio Grande.  Just a landmark now.  It adds character to our park.

Home Sweet Home

Quick check

Everything looked pretty good.  Grass is green and hibiscus thriving.  The trailer had no damage from sun, bugs or rodents. 

We didn't want to open anything up, until Kathy arrived.  She flew in to learn what was involved in opening the trailer for use.  We arrived a few hours before her.

Just as well we didn't get too involved as it poured rain over the dinner hour.  It rained so hard that water forced its way inside around the patio doors.  The next morning was much better weather for setting up.  We all spent the first night at the Holiday Inn.

Wayne just corrected me. The door didn't leak.  The rain came in as we ran in and out.

Twenty One Gun Salute

On Remembrance Day, the Legion Honour Guard came to the park for a brief ceremony.  When the rifles were fired, Kathy and I yelped in surprise.  How embarrassing.  The park also hosted a delicious dinner that night to honour all veterans. 

Veterans Day is a big deal here in Texas.  Many businesses have special offers for veterans.  We went to the Olive Garden for lunch. Turned out that all veterans ate for free - including Wayne and I. 

Lots of work being done around the park.  A couple of the roads were repaved this week.  Chimney RV is looking good.  Improved roads, green grass, trees and plants thriving throughout the park.

Wayne had a visitor

Wayne was relaxing on the patio when this little guy came by for a visit.  So odd.  Don't know where it came from but it headed for the river.  There seems to be lots of wildlife around.  Kathy was chasing an Amarillo around last week, trying to get a picture.  We also have our park mascot, Miss Chimney (a cute cat).  Almost all the park residents have dogs.  We are definitely in the minority.

After much shopping, cleaning etc., we are pretty much set up for the winter.  Kathy has been and gone.  She now knows the routine and can come and enjoy whenever she wants.  More and more residents arrive each day and activities are starting up.  Saturday morning breakfasts and Sunday afternoon ice cream come to mind.  Bingo and cards are also beginning.