We have arrived! Where?
West of Yuma, AZ into the California desert just east of the Imperial
Dunes in an area where we camped last winter.
The site is technically Bureau of Land Management Land (BLM) for
short. Anyone can camp here for up to 14
days. Pack it in, pack it out. The attractions for me are the huge washes
which are dry at present but can be filled with several feet of water in a
downpour. When dry they are wonderful
sources of rocks for the rock hound.
Also surrounding these washes are small mountains to hike and
explore. This year we have the pleasure
of company from Iron County. Friends of
Richard's who are full time RV'ers; meaning they live in their RV during the summer
months in Iron County as well as travel throughout the winter in the
southwest. They are here and guided us
in to their campsite. It will be good to
share Christmas with fellow Yoopers!
We began our sojourn on Nov. 17th heading to the lower peninsula of
Michigan to our respective children's homes for Thanksgiving. We headed south into Alabama so Richard could
visit with his cousin. We were able to set up the motorhome for living by the
time we reached Vicksburg, Mississippi.
We continued south to the Gulf and turned our nose west into Louisiana,
through Texas and New Mexico and finally into Arizona. We just crossed into California yesterday and
into the desert. It is warm, sunny and
best of all we can share Christmas with others from home.
Western Willet Galveston State Park
Ultimate high water proof handicap accessible home!
Yes..we had to go UP and OVER this bridge near Galveston.
Texas speed limit on two lane "highway"
Just outside of Sanderson, Texas
Mountain of soldiers - Saguaro Cactus
California desert campsite
First desert campfire of the winter
Lonely desert train
Sunset through the Ocotilla cactus and Palo Verde trees
Peace and & serene beauty of a desert sunset
MERRY CHRISTMAS and A HAPPY HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!
