As of 9:02 this a.m. we are on the road again. Leaving Elkhart this time is so bittersweet since we will not be back again for at least 10 months. Our stay at Eby Pines was great - a bit cold at times, but comfortable and quiet. The combination of tons of pine trees and a bit of wind makes for an incredible whisper and an amazing aroma. Surprisingly, the owner did not turn off the water while we were still there, but he told Jerry this week-end he would be shutting it off. Our timing to leave was just right.
As is true of many campgrounds, the off season is time to do repairs and renovations. Eby Pines was no exception. The owners were installing a new entrance with concrete pads and gates. The concrete was not entirely set by the time we had to leave. The owners had carved out (literally) a wide path and trimmed the pine branches to the side of the concrete so vehicles could get in and out. Unfortunately, a 40 foot motor home with a Jeep attached was just a tad too big to make it all the way through the temporary entrance without puncturing a tire on the metal concrete forms. Solution - dismantle part of the concrete form which is what we did. We managed to spare the tires and the concrete. Jerry's getting pretty good at threading a whale through the eye of a needle.
We were so blessed to be "home" during a number of family celebrations. Son Chris was inducted to the county athletic hall of fame; daughter Sara hosted her first Thanksgiving dinner; and any number of family dinners took place with brother Ted and others. We were able to spend time with some close friends but sadly not all. Our visit next fall will include more time for friends and family and Sara's wedding.
Now we are headed south on 31 to Indianapolis to visit sister-in-law Shirley, nieces Deborah and Susan, and Deb's little girls. Then we head south to Red Bay - AGAIN - for wiring update and one more cabinet addition. We just can't stay out of Red Bay.
Our final destination will be Naples, Florida. More about that later...
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