Category: 2023 Winter Texas Trip
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Von Ormy, TX
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Dec. 29, 2022: Von Ormy, Texas: Medina River Natural Area. Our RV site is near a natural area, but the roads between here and there are under construction so we took the van rather than the bikes to go on a hike. There are lovely trails, well maintained and marked, along the river which we…
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Remember the Construction
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Dec. 28, 2022: San Antonio, TX, The Alamo: This is a crowded must-see on the San Antonio tourist list, so we made a quick walk before our lunch at the Tower to see The Alamo. It’s under construction – not the Mission, but the surrounding grounds. Lots of construction everywhere! -Lisa
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Tower of the Americas
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Dec. 28, 2022: San Antonio, the Tower of the Americas. We left the van (and the sleeping cats) at the campsite and took a Lyft into the city for a late lunch. The staff were so nice, including the elevator attendant, and the food was delicious. We don’t know what was on fire and hope…
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San Antonio River Walk
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Dec. 27, 2022: San Antonio, Texas: We found a place to park the van near the River Walk, and enjoyed the afternoon while the kitties slept. This River Walk lives up to its reputation – it is absolutely beautiful. -Lisa
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Fredericksburg
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Dec. 25-26, 2022: Fredericksburg, Texas. Finally the nights are staying above freezing so we load up with water and enjoy more normal cooking and cleaning. SO MANY wineries near Fredericksburg – even just a sip at each one would put me under the table:). The town park is beautifully decorated for Christmas and the weather…
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An Enchanted (Rock) Christmas
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Dec. 25, 2022: Happy Birthday to Tony and Merry Christmas to All! We took a short hike to the falls before leaving Pedernales Falls State Park this morning, then we traveled on to the Enchanted Rock park north of Fredericksburg for more hiking. Notice the sweatshirts and no hats or gloves. We are not in…
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Texas Waffles
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Dec. 24, 2022: We had a wonderful breakfast with Darren making eggs and waffles, Texas-shaped, of course. Even Chi and Holiday joined us for some eggs. We set off for Pedernales Falls State Park with full tummies! -Lisa
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Smoking Tequila?
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Dec. 23, 2022: We finally arrive at the beautiful home of Darren and Alice Bullard. Here you can see Ali poring up samples and teaching us the art of smoking tequila. Darren is a story-teller and explains the circumstances behind the artwork and furniture in their home—almost all of it not from Iowa but acquired…
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Ice Storm & Pecans
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Dec. 21-22, 2022: We are stuck in Edmond, OK as the storm brought high winds and icy conditions. The cats are finding warm spots, and our wonderful Boondockers Welcome Hosts invited us into their home for a while to stretch our legs, and shared some awesome grilled pecans. Texans are quite proud of their pecans!…
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On the road again
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Dec. 20, 2022: We are on the road again, and this time we have two furry friends to join us as we travel south to find warmer weather in Texas. First stop is in Homewood RV Park near Williamsburg, Kansas. Catnip is in front, and Primrose is asleep behind.