After we left, we realized we were going through Hamilton, TX. We gave Colin a call and enjoyed a wonderful Mexican food dinner with him, Ella Faye, and Mike.
Next day, the 15th, we made it on to Rusk, TX and the Airstream Rally. The KOA host, Walter, was wonderful and provided entertainment and a great dinner on Saturday night. We really enjoyed visiting friends we had not seen for months.
On Sunday, we took off on our Fall in the Ozarks Unit Caravan. Everyone was excited to be "On the Road Again" and we enjoyed the music Marque and Jimmy had provided for us to get in the mood. Our lunch stop at the Pony Express Truck Stop was interesting. We first had to adjust to the "rockin' chairs". We warned everyone to check the chair before sitting. The waitresses here tried very hard to please. Food came to one couple at a time, but we finally got everyone fed. We pulled into the campsite at Texarkana, TX early in the day. Once again the Baileys had difficulty with their (new I might add) CB radio. We could receive just fine, but not transmit. After our arrival, we went into Texarkana to purchase an antenna.
Next morning, everyone attended getting ready to leave chores and soon the line up was ready to roll.
At one point, we thought our leaders, Marque and Jimmy were bailing on us...
Our CB still will not transmit, even with a big antenna. Oh well.....Harvey to the rescue once more!
The planned rest stop for lunch was delayed due to road construction closure so we pulled into Cloud 9 RV at Hot Springs around 12:30. This is a lovely park with great club room facilities and an awesome view.
We bypassed the group dinner to meet my cousin, Judy, at The Porterhouse restaurant in Hot Springs. We enjoyed a lovely visit and were so happy that Judy was willing to drive over to meet us.
Next day we had a leisurely morning. We were not on schedule until 2:30. After a brief confusion, we boarded a WWII amphibious vehicle for a tour of Lake Hamilton.
It was certainly a different experience--and fun.
After the ride, we wandered down to the Brickhouse Grill for dinner. We were escorted upstairs to a long table. After our orders were placed, the management appeared and declared that we were not the group that were expecting and we would have to move. Our food showed up in our new location in disorganized fashion. After the last of it was consumed, the management again appeared and declared that the error was theirs and our meals were all complimentary! Some apology!!!
After dinner, we went to the Vienna Theatre and enjoyed the banter and singing talent of the owner, Ken Goodman.
On Wednesday, Oct. 24, our group went to Garvin Gardens. Jim and I were met by Laverne and Ray, (another cousin) who happen to be members. They helped us find our way around the lovely property.
We enjoyed Arkansas crystals,
We had a great morning, then went to Rolondo's, an Ecuadorian restaurant. We sat on an upper deck and had a fabulous meal. Jim and Ray went off the the Mountain Spring Water tour with the group while Lavern and I just continued our visit in this great setting. Overall, just a wonderful day!
During Happy Hour tonight, I played my harp on the outdoor deck at the club house. Don't know about anyone else, but I thoroughly enjoyed this experience!
This has been a very rewarding visit to Hot Springs. I am so pleased that Judy, Laverne and Ray came over to meet us. That just made our time here so very much richer!
Don't forget, Halloween is coming soon.....
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