Saturday, April 15, 2023

We are safe and sound in Ontario......

 

 Our Location: 

Valens Conservation Park, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada


Our morning was an early one, we were on the road at 6:50 AM, I know that because we looked. We enjoyed the Mercer County Fairgrounds and would stay again. We enjoyed it, it was a relaxing few days. Next time we would actually get out and tour Celina, but this time was strictly resting. 

We noticed this truck back at Quail Ridge Rv Park, in Huachuca City, Az.

And this one was in Fry's parking lot in Sierra Vista, AZ.

This morning's sunrise as we headed East.

We did see the sun later in the day.

The roads were pretty good over all, a few rough patches but not too bad. We had easy sailing to the border and the crossing was easy. A few questions and we were on our way. We crossed back into Ontario by 11 AM. We stopped a few times but not for long. 


Daffs in bloom at a rest area in Ohio.

We were only in the state for a short time.

We crossed the Ambassador Bridge.

The St Clair River.

There were lots of folks out on the water.

On the 401 East at MM 224, near Woodstock we had our first ever blow out of a tire on the Igloo. It was an interesting experience, no one was hurt but we do have some damage at the wheel well and along Riley's slide, one of the side markers is gone and apparently the Igloo isn't covered by CAA, who knew that? Not me. So I had to foot this bill myself. Kal Tire came after a two hour wait, and we were on the road again within about 20 minutes. Officer Stephen showed up and waited with us for about an hour before she was called away. We appreciated her assistance very much. Anyway all is well with us, we drove for another 50 minutes to reach Valens Conservation.  It's a big park and lots of trees, not someplace we would stay again. The roads are very narrow and the trees too close to the roads and the entrances to the sites. Our site is particularly odd, we had to turn around as the power receptacle is almost in the site beside us, we barely reach the post, if we hadn't turned around we couldn't have reached the outlet.


Back in Ontario, the grass is greening up and the leaves are almost visible.

The roads were pretty good. Excuse the dirty windshield.

Not our best day.


Tomorrow we are going to visit grandsons/nephews, daughter and her husband. We are looking forward to it very much. 


Thanks for stopping by, I hope you've all had a good day. 


Until next time....


Take care, stay safe, 


Deb



25 comments:

  1. Darn that tire tore things up a bit. Hope it not to hard to repair. Have a good summer back in Canada. Vern

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    1. Thanks Vern. It was a moment for sure. We are looking forward to summer on the Rock.

      Deb

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  2. We had a blowout in Florida on the way to Key West. The tire guy came out and we were on our way in a couple of hours. Luckily we were near a rest area when this happened. We lost a side panel but my husband found it while waiting for the tire guy. He fixed the damage when we returned home. Glad you both are OK, you can always get the trailer fixed. Safe travels.

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    1. Very true, it's only a trailer and we can get it fixed. Glad you and you folks were safe! Thanks Becky.

      Deb

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  3. Well welcome back to Canada but I wish it had gone better :-( When we lost Maxx's wheel in Montana we were lucky that the body work didn't tear and hubby was able to put it back in place. At least you were both okay and able to get back on the road.

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    1. Thanks. We were safe and we can get the damaged fixed. I know a body man. Lol

      Deb

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  4. We've also had a flat on the RV ... No fun!, but at least no damage.
    Welcome 'Home!'

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    1. Thanks Jeff. Being back in Ontario is comforting. WE are currently sitting at Buttercup Ridge and will be here for a little while before heading up to the Rock.

      Deb

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  5. The main thing is you are safe and sound. The Igloo is repairable.
    As for the CAA coverage, you need the RV Plus Card when traveling, but once you are back home, reduce it to the Plus.
    Stay Safe and Enjoy the visits.

    It's about time.

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    1. Thanks Rick. We are safe and that has been the positive thing through all of our little issues. We can always get the Igloo fixed. CAA wouldn't let us add RV Coverage without a wait time which wouldn't help us at the moment. I'll look into it when we get back to the Rock. I doubt the wait time would be over before we get back home anyway.

      Deb

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  6. Sorry to hear about your tire and the damage, thankfully you are safe and the trailer can be fixed. We crossed at port Huron about half an hour ahead of you, took about 5 minutes, a couple of quick questions and we were on our way. We arrived at CanAm before noon. Safe travels as you continue your way home.

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    1. Thanks Bill. You and the others are all correct. We are safe and that has been the main theme while talking to Riley about it, we can fix the Igloo. I"m glad all things went well for you and Patsy.

      Deb

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  7. Oh no! I guess it could have been worse but that suck. Glad you are back in Ontario and love the pictures of the old trucks!

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    1. Thanks, yeah it did suck but oh well, it is what it is. We are happy to be back in Ontario but I know you will be disappointed when I tell you we haven't been into a Timmies yet. LOL

      Deb

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  8. OWWEEE! That does not sound like fun!! Glad you were able to get back on the road and across the border. Repairs can always be made.

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    1. Very true about the repairs. We are happy to be safe and sound and sitting at Buttercup Ridge for a while.

      Deb

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  9. Thank God you and Riley did ok with the tire hic up. It was nice of the officer to stay with you. Enjoy the family visits!

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    1. It was a hic up in time and we are happy it's behind us. Thanks Elva.

      Deb

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  10. Oh Deb so sorry to read this happened to the Igloo. Really glad to read you and Riley are okay. I know it is all repairable but it still stinks. I bet it was great getting those grandbaby hugs today.🥰

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    1. We enjoyed our time with the boys, Bradey and David. The hic up was a moment and we will have it fiixed and you are right, it does stink. LOL

      Deb

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  11. Glad you're there, but ouch! Enjoy those grand babies and family!

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    1. It was a great time with family and we enjoyed every moment. We are happy to be in Ontario and sitting at Buttercup Ridge for a few days before heading north to the Rock.

      Deb

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  12. Sorry to hear about the blow out. Things we can't prepare for but the main thing is you are both fine. Scary. I'm sure.
    Welcome home!

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    1. Thanks Patsy. We are fine, it wasn't a shaky moment until it was over.

      Deb

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  13. Thanks Doug, all is well and the Igloo can be fixed. We had a great time visiting family.

    Deb

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