Our Location: Buttercup Ridge, Roseneath, Ontario, Canada
A long time since my last update but I've been busy, stressed and tired at day's end and so I decided I needed to do the things which causes me the least stress and blogging didn't make the necessary cut.
The sun playing shadow games on the mountains as we are leaving the Huachuca City, AZ area on March 19, 2020.
Anyone travelling this area knows the Texas Canyon Rest area in AZ.
We left Arizona in the rear view and rolled into New Mexico on March 19, 2020.
We left Quail Ridge RV resort in Huachuca City, AZ on Thursday, March 19th travelled to Socorro, New Mexico. Friday, March 20th we travelled to Elk City, Oklahoma and the following day (Saturday, March 21) we continued on to Eureka, Missouri. Leaving Eureka we bumped our way through St. Louis, and across the mighty Mississippi River on Sunday, March 22 in a light rain travelling east to New Paris, Ohio (just 3 miles inside the Ohio from Richmond, Indiana). At this point (Monday, March 23) we had to lay over a day to do some repairs to both Igloo and Dogsled. Thanks to Pardo Towing, Wetzel Chevy Dealership in Richmond and to Guy Reid Towing for their assistance as well. You made a very bad day seem hopeful and in the end not too terribly bad after all. A mention of Greens Alignment Shop that also offered us some wonderful information which lead us to the helpful folks we encountered. We were once again on our way Tuesday, March 24 and crossed into Ontario at Detroit before 2:30 pm. An overnight stop in Hamilton at Eastgate Square and on to Buttercup Ridge (our current home for 3 or 4 weeks) home of sister-in-law/aunt Janet and her wonderful hubby Dennis.
New Mexico is a beautiful state without doubt.
That is snow on those mountain tops in the distance and clouds behind the mountains. New Mexico has some very high elevations and we were happy to be travelling at lower than those holding the snow. The highest we topped was just over 6500 feet.
Sure is pretty to see.
Of course at each day's end I called my dad to ensure he didn't worry any more than necessary. Upon crossing we sent numerous texts to family and friends so they would know we arrived back in Ontario.
More snow on those New Mexico mountain tops.
Sun and clouds playing shadow games again.
Off in the distance the sun beams were looking interesting.
A few photos to share that Riley snapped on our drive home, forgive the spotty windshield but at least you get the idea of what we were witnessing out our windows. I'll share more in the next post or two.
For anyone that has travelled HWY 60 in New Mexico, this may look familiar.
This route took us to elevations over 6500 feet.
Some beautiful views even if we were motoring along.
We hope all of our friends and family are safe, sound and healthy where ever they may be. I'll update with a bit more detail in the days ahead. Thanks for all the concern, and the thoughtfulness of everyone.
We hope to return in the fall of 2020!
Until next time... take care, stay safe and healthy.
Deb
I'm so happy to see an update from you. Enjoy the quarantine as much as you can. Take care!
ReplyDeleteThanks Elva. WE usually spend the time just settling back into Ontario time and waiting for spring to arrive in Ontario. So the quarantine is business as usual for us anyway when we're at Buttercup Ridge.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
So happy to see that you and Riley made it safely back. Worried the last couple of days when I did not see a post but it is understandable. I made it back last Saturday night. My daughter filled the fridge and freezer with groceries and the dogs and I are set for our isolation. I can wave through the window when my daughter drops something off. Get lots of rest now.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are safe and sound Peter. I think the stress of the many driving days in a row made doing anything else in the evenings just too much of a chore for me. Very nice of your daughter to do all that shopping for you. Stay healthy and warm.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
Glad that you made it safely home to Ontario.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunate that there are always complications that go along with the Lifestyle. Happy it wasn't too bad.
Be Safe and Enjoy Social Isolation.
It's about time.
Thanks Rick. We truly expect issues to crop up but would have preferred it to be at a less stressful time. haha. If we could only pick those times!
DeleteAs I mentioned above, Buttercup Ridge is pretty much business as usual as we don't really interact with many folks here anyway. Only difference is we won't be going into town for groceries.
Take care, be safe,
Deb
You were really moving quickly to get where you are so soon!Hopefully, now you can just relax for a month. I appreciate your letting us know you made it there safely. - Mary
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary. I know I should have posted at least once but with all things being as they were, I just didn't have the energy or the desire to do so. I think I'll be posting probably once a week for a while. It's very quiet here at the farm and not a lot of things to blog about.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
Glad to know your home and safe and sound . Stay safe and be careful and hopefully this to shall pass . Sounds like on top of every thing happening you had some more challenges on your way home . What do they say when rains it pours .
ReplyDeleteGood luck , Vern in Boise ( now if Doug would just get Yuma home ) just kidding
Thanks Vernon. Coming home so quickly is a definite challenge and of course we couldn't have smooth sailing the whole way, that just isn't allowed. Haha.
DeleteI think Doug and Yuma are doing the best thing by self isolating in the desert. Some rumour I read said that temps over 26C/78F should be able to kill this thing, but who knows, only time will tell.
Take care, be safe,
Deb
Happy you made it safely in spite of the troubles. Now you can relax.
ReplyDeleteThanks Nancy. It's nice to be back in some ways but we wish spring would arrive quickly with some heat and sunshine. It always makes for a much better visit to Buttercup Ridge when it's nice weather.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
Welcome Home you two! Glad you are back in Ontario, safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteThanks Patsy. WE are happy to see you and Bill back in Ontario as well. I'll be catching up on my reading over the next number of days and will be commenting on posts in the future.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
Beautiful pictures and yes we know highway 60 very well :) Glad you both are home and less stressed. Vehicle issues do suck when you're on the road! Hugs to you both!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley. I haven't been reading any posts so I'll wish you and Ken safe travels on your homeward journey. I'll catch up with my reading over the next number of days. Stay safe.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb
Glad youre home safe and sound. Hope you felt better when bad things that happen turn out okay. Being stressed is no fun and in the RVing life it happens suddenly.
ReplyDeleteWe are happy to settled into Buttercup Ridge here in Ontario. We are looking forward to warmer weather and spring arriving. Stress is a personal thing and I can honestly say, I'm glad to be home and under a great deal less stress.
DeleteTake care, be safe,
Deb