• Deb's travels
  • Deb's travels

on the move again 2023

Getting back on the road Read more
  • Martin Dies

    Nov 29–Dec 1, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    Woke up to a foggy morning but got in a walk in the woods. Lake was a bit eery. It warmed up nicely so spent an hour paddling a portion of the lake. Great way to relax

  • Martin Dies State park

    November 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 52 °F

    Red Cross let me do a training in Conroe and the I have on Saturday in Newton, Tx and one Sunday in Jasper, Tx. So I decided to spend up in Martin Dies. Today's training went really well and arrived at park at 3pm . Got in a couple hours of paddling. Almost a perfect paddle but didn't see any gators. Weather is supposed to turn crappy tomorrow but maybe I will be luckyRead more

  • Day 3

    December 1, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 72 °F

    Woke up to a foggy morning but stable to get a walk in the woods. Lake was a bit eerie.by noon it was warm and off on an hour paddle. Did not see another boat the whole time. So quiet and relax.

  • Last day in Martin Dies

    December 4, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 52 °F

    Sunday I was only able to do a hike in the woods. I helped with a class for Red Cross for 34 potential new volunteers. It was from 3pm to 6 so missed prime kayak oning time.
    Today I got in the walk and the kayaking and some reading ing the sun. Heading to Fredericksburg tomorrow

    It is fun to visit the cypress knee groups.
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  • Messina Hof Hill country

    December 6, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F

    Started the day slowly at Longhorn Cellars. Beautiful morning and even was able to use the solar to charge up the battery. At 11 am picked up my wines at Safari winery, then over to Altstadt Brewery for lunch. Of course a beer also. Next went to Grape Creek winery, Airisele winery and Messina Hof. I spent the night in their back lot. Forgot to mention the Chocolate Tasting It was awesome Loved their dark chocolate.Read more

  • Oakwood RV

    December 7, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    Had to kill some time this morning before could park trailer at Oakwood. So went wine tasting.Inventive winery, then set up trailer and had lunch. Next was Arch Ray Winery and Heritage Winery.
    I am making good use of the wine passport.Read more

  • Wine passport

    December 8, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F

    Another beautiful day. Wine tasting was fun and even got some laughs. Thought about the "bottle opener" on display but decided that would be a bit messy.
    The least splashy of the wineries was Meierstone. But those four reds were awesome. Some day ask me in person about the wines with a story by the winemaker, Krystal.Read more

  • Saturday

    December 9, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F

    Brian and Michelle joined me for lunch at Altstadt Brewery and the we drove into town. Did a sparkling wine tasting at Heath wines, some shopping.
    I had the surprise of literally bumping into one of the former Girl Scout moms, Sandy Spiller. Waiting in line for the restroom can be quiet enjoyable.
    It was great spending the day with Brian and Michelle.
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  • Last trip of the year

    December 21, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 57 °F

    I am on my way to Indio CA to meet Kim and family. We have rented a house with a heated pool. Plus close to Joshua Tree national park. Hope to do some exploring.
    Today I met Brian in San Antonio for lunch and to swap some gifts. Then drove on to Fort Stockton. A bit drizzly.
    Tomorrow Phoenix.
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  • Almost there

    December 22, 2023 in the United States ⋅ 🌧 57 °F

    Made it to Phoenix safely. Desert people do not know how to drive in the rain!!! Last 200miles were stop and go. Hopefully it will all pass thru tonight

  • Airbnb

    December 23, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F

    Just arrived, unpacked and will head to the grocery store. Kim and gang on the way.
    Pool warm and ready. Had a bit of a storm on Thursday night so drying out the cushions. But everything is really niceRead more

  • Living Desert Museum

    December 24, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F

    We met some friends from Kingwood at the Living Desert Museum. The Bahrs family flew in from Texas. It was fun walking around searching for critters and chatting.
    then home for a quick dinner and an evening in pool and spa.Read more

  • Christmas morning

    December 25, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 52 °F

    Boys were great waiting for all of us, and coffee in our cups . Special cookie breakfast eaten.
    Gifts are open, reindeer poop exploded and crazy hover balls charging. Great afternoon of bike riding, pie making and hover ball dodging.Read more

  • Mount San Jacinto State Park

    December 26, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 46 °F

    Took the tram up to top. Really cool, floor spins while in motion. Kim and family off on hike. But it was icy so I opted for a walk down and up the cleared path. Now chilling out in the bar of course!!! Enjoying the view and Christmas musicRead more

  • Magic lights

    December 27, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F

    Did a drive thru Christmas lights presentation with the boys .. set up on the Polo Grounds
    Walk around area also but Alja asleep so I stayed with her.

  • Joshua Tree national Park

    December 28, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F

    Up and out early to do some hiking in Joshua Tree. Beautiful day and great kids.
    Time this evening for packing and preventing. Plus the last time to play in the pool. We all head home tomorrow.

  • Trip end
    December 30, 2023