Casting My Vote

Sending off my vote for the presidential election via absenteeism ballot made me think of how much things have changed over the years. It used to be that there was only one way to vote years ago-in person, on the first Tuesday in November, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., at your designated precinct.

Not so these days, and I admit, I've come to enjoy the convenience of casting my vote ahead of time. Today, I saw on the news that the actual voting and registration for voting can be done at a make-shift drive through.

I had to smile as I thought of the drive through restaurant applied to the voting... "I'd like to order a McCain with a side order of Pallin.." or "Give me the number 4- The combination Obama/Biden."

The next thing you know, you'll be able to text your vote-- kind of like voting for your favorite celebrity on 'Dancing with the Stars'. I think I'll limit my drive-through ordering to a Double-Double at In-n-Out.

Back to Work and Such

Getting back home to work and daily routine has been a stretch. It seems that our jobs, and daily responsibilities don't take a vacation when we do, and the work piles up. However, being away on vacation only makes me appreciate my job, home and neighborhood even more.

It's good to be content in whatever state I'm in- whether in work or play!

We're Back

Had a wonderful trip and could have stayed on the road longer, if time had permitted. The last leg of our trip included some very scenic pine forest mountain roads in eastern Arizona and included driving through the Salt Canyon, City of Seneca (abandon ghost town) in Arizona. We also visited the Very Large Array- one of the largest radio telescope facilities in the world which is located in New Mexico just east of Socorro.

Good to be home and look forward to our next trip.

Day 4- 5 "Launching Dreams"

The Balloon Fiesta is amazing and we will have plenty of memory photos to share with the family. It is impossible to describe the beauty and the uniqueness of the balloons. We also had an opportunity to visit Old Town Albuquerque that was established in 1709. Having a great time!

Day 3- Train Trip to the Grand Canyon

David and I started out the day, after a brisk 33 degree cold night, to see a Wild West Show complete with horse thieves, a marshall, and a bang-bang shoot-out. We then climbed aboard a vintage Santa Fe train, complete with singing cowboys, story telling conductor, and awesome scenery on a two hour adventure to the Grand Canyon, South Rim. We spotted a herd elk running along side the train- what a sight! When we arrived, the sight of the Grand Canyon, one of God's greatest creations, was amazing. We hiked down about a third of the canyon along Bright Angel Trail to get a closer look and were even treated to a view of a condor with wing span of over 8'.

All in all, the Grand Canyon Train Ride was well worth it. We hope to do it again. Next stop, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta "Launching Dreams" New Mexico.

Day 2- Get Your Kicks On Route 66

Had a nice day of travel from Laughlin, Nevada to Williams, Arizona. Drove portions of Route 66 and had lunch at a cool diner called the "Copper Cart" in Seligman Arizona. Food was great. Also had a chance to take a Kodak moment with Danny & Sandy from "Grease".


Plans for today, Day 3, will include a train trip from Williams to the Grand Canyon. Will update you on our trip.

Day 1- Laughlin

Laughlin is our first stop. We enjoyed a concert Saturday night by Malo and Tierra, two 70's groups that took us back in time with lots of songs of our youth. While the groups were older, their music sounded just like it did when we first heard it. It was also fun to see a one of Malo's band member share the stage with his adult son. They worked out some pretty good dance moves together, with the son saying, "Hey, my dad can still move pretty good, huh?" (To which the audience responded with thunderous applause. )

This morning, we'll head out to Williams, Arizona- a two and a half hour drive after taking a bike ride along the Colorado

River.


The desert scene is incredible. The majestic land formations touched by the sun's rays show a vast array of color hues. Enjoying it all~~

Hi Brayden, Ady & Camryn :) Grandpa

On Our Way to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

We are on our way to Albuquerque NM for the Balloon Fiesta via the Grand Canyon. Look forward to updating our blog as we travel.

Hi Kids