My trip to southern Cal went really well a couple of weeks ago. I got to see most of my family members (not sister Marlene, nor niece Ashely Louise, mores the pity). But I spent quality time with daughter Tania, son-in-law Steve, and the three grandsons. I got to see Pony league baseball games of Zac, Cole, and Torin, and in addition, one of Cole's basketball games. Of course I spent the nights at my sister Norma and her husband Scott's house. So, did get to have quite a bit of time with them as well. One evening, our youngest brother Russell came over and we had our usual riotous time together. Since Scott is new to the family, I don't know if he quite understands us all yet but seems to enjoy being with us. He is a great guy. Norma did well this second time around.
The weather over in San Diego County was sunny and warm the first half of the trip but turned to low clouds and chillier temps for the last half. I heard it cleared up again after I left. Such is life. But, as I said, it was a good trip.
Since returning to Flagstaff I have been attempting to get everything organized for the five months I will be moving up to Yellowstone to work. I leave the day after tomorrow and talked to my boss up there today. She said they are bringing the "front-loaders" in early this week to clear paths in the snow for us to get to our quarters and park our cars. The snow drifts are up to roof level, about 10 feet. She said bring warm winter clothes. I told her that I love winter and already have packed for that contingency. I am looking forward to a new challenge in my life. This job should afford that.
The winds have been pretty constant here in Flagstaff for about 3 weeks, anywhere from 15-30 mph, with gusts much more at times. It is driving most folks here a little crazy. However, it has been sunny. It will probably be fierce driving across the open spaces of the Navaho reservation on my way to Utah, Idaho, then Wyoming.
I saw three pretty good films while in southern Cal (one's that will never get to Flag). They were Win Win (4 stars), with Paul Giamatti, The Conspirator (4 stars), a Robt. Redford directed film based on the trial of Mary Surrat, accused as conspirator in Lincoln's assassination, a French film, Potishe (3 1/2 stars), with Catherine Deneuve. Before the trip I viewed Source Code (3 stars), which I found fairly good, as well as being surprised by Fast Five which turned out to be very entertaining (3 stars). I have no idea what films are in my future for the usually dismal summer season. Capt. Jack Sparrow will be back as will the usual parade of big budget CG films.
As I can, I will try to report back to those of you who still follow this blog. I have no cell phone coverage where I will be living, nor personal computer service, other than government ones. I will have to drive out on my days off to stay in touch. However, will be able to check e-mails on the gov't computers (no blogs or streaming).
Ciao All. Have a great rest of the Spring/Summer, and I will return to my beloved Flagstaff in the Fall!
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