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Search for Sunshine 2021 – Clear to Louisiana! (Second Try!)
I was so occupied that I forgot to take my usual pig-out photo. So I’ll include last month’s photo:
I mentioned that some of the connector roads, usually designated as an Arizona State Highway, were pretty rough. Here’s an example of about the worst I dealt with:
Several big rigs hauling wind turbine parts were heading west and I shot a few photos. These three pretty much represent them:
I was welcomed into Arizona by a new sign and new logo – Arizona’s welcome signs had been a flaming red sunrise for years. The new sign is still a very artsy welcome:
I cruised north on CA99 with traffic at the speed limit. I pulled into the huge shopping center that Walmart anchors at about 1530 hours. Back in my trucking days, the 1970s, Delano was a farming town of about 15,000 souls. These days, it has nearly quadrupled to about 55,000. I was not prepared for the gigantic shopping center. I don’t recall seeing one so big and so busy. It was really quite a surprise. I found a spot far out front of the store, and settled in for the night.
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I am so happy to see you back on the road. But I wonder how you decided to make Texas your destination this year. I know you’re aware of weather reports and hope Big Blue has the horse sense not to wander to far “cold”. Bless you and Big Blue and all of us that travel with you.
Hello, Anonymous –
My Searches for Sunshine are always dependent on the weather, so I’ll be watching it closely. If I see bad weather I’ll change direction or abort the trip. If that happens this trip, it won’t be the first time! I should be in El Paso, weather permitting, Saturday afternoon, and will make decisions as I go. I hope enough time will pass that the weather will be much improved.
Thank you for your kind note. I’m always delighted to hear from those who read of my travels, and enjoy them with me. I am very pleased to hear from you.
– Dale
On the Road Again, makin” musings with my friends…..and I can’t wait for you to get on the road again. Your shots of the desert are nice, just like the views I enjoyed taking my mom to Laughlin. I-40 was the best but 395 brings back happy, long ago memories. Nice thing about taking your home with you is when you get tired, you’ve got your bed near by. Sad to see the Colorado so low, but were probably in for another dry year west of the Rockies. Hope you enjoyed your Mickey D”s. Fair winds to you.
Hi Susan –
Thanks for your visit and your comment. I find the desert to be a beautiful place, alright. And it’s so nice to get away from the damp cold of the valley. Having my little home on wheels along is the only way I’d travel these days. Along with having my own bed, I have my own bathroom, shower, kitchen and my own food. Can’t beat it! Thanks again.
-Dale
Your travels and postings are a great way to start my day. An open road is a fine invitation to see what’s “round the bend.
Hello, Anonymous –
Thanks for the visit and the comment – I always appreciate both. It sounds like you understand the bummin’ philosophy – that an open road is, indeed, and open invitation. It’s great fun!
– Dale
Glad you are the road it gives me something to read. Willie
Hi Willie (My old church and fishing buddy in years gone by!) –
Glad you visited and left a comment. I hope you’re doing well. I’m in Ft. Stockton tonight on my return trip. Thanks for the visit.
-Dale
Thank you for sharing your travel logs. Your kids have the best dad as they can enjoy your travels when not with you. You do a bang-up-job with your photos and all the mechanical problems that come with a motor home. Adding a link to the trailers that haul the wind turbine blades was an added interest. Susan
Hi Susan –
Your compliments are very appreciated. Your comment about the link to the huge wind turbine haulers was good to read – I’m always interested in trucks as I once drove ’em, and I was pleased to know you enjoyed the link. Those rigs are really something! Thanks for the visit.
– Dale
Welp, you’re in the enlightened land of Commiefornia by now. So sorry. However, I’ve enjoyed your post cards out and back. Your explanation of why you smack the duel tires was appreciated as I always wondered what, exactly, that is about. I listen to Red Eye radio and have gained a new respect for the guys that drive those semi’s cross country. Stay well and enjoy your sweetie, hot tub and recliner. Susan
Hi Susan –
It’s good to see you back. I was hoping I’d hear from you this trip. Yep – those truckers have a tough job. Even so, I always say that it was my favorite job as I loved the trucks and the driving. After my years at it, I simply wanted a life – and there wasn’t time for one when working so many hours. Thanks for your visit and the kind comments.