August 18, 2009

We decided to schedule another appointment with the plumber so we could clarify some concerns before signing a contract. The plumber couldn't get us on his calendar until Wednesday which worked out good for us since we couldn't leave until 9:00 am (Tuesday). We took our time, stopping at the oasis for gas and at Culver's for lunch. Anyone have a taste for "Caramel Pecan Tacos"? I thought not!

Once again, the colors of the scenic farmlands along the way were bright and vivid. It's hard to believe how quickly the seasons change and before long everything will be white with snow. But for this trip, the sky was a beautiful shade of blue and full of white fluffy clouds!

We got to the cabin in time for GH and while I watched it and unpacked, Carlo ran to the store for a shut off valve since the one on the pump is leaking. He got back, "ized" the parts he bought, scraped his knuckles, put it all back together and got the water running. He loaded up all the feeders for the possibility of a show later on in the night!

We sat on the front porch and enjoyed the swarm of birds that seemed to appear from nowhere. I'm sure they were pleased Carlo made the trip and brought all the goodies for them to indulge in! While we were checking on an opening at the roof edge and trying to figure out an effective way to close it up, Carlo noticed a frog in the space. We're not really sure how he got up there - but he's gonna have to go!

Although we were both exhausted and close to hitting being up for 24 hours, we decided to run down to visit Paul and Betty for a bit. Steve was home too and showed us some photos of a trip he had been on. Betty bagged up some fresh pickles, beans and cherry tomatoes for us from their garden. When we got back I fell asleep on the recliner and stayed there well into the early morning hours.