2012 an Eventful Year

What a fantastic memorable 2012 of traveling, visiting family and meeting new friends.  We traveled over 7000 miles in 2012 and enjoyed every minute of it.
January - Aransas Pass RV Resort - near Corpus Christi
February - Canyon Lakes RV Resort - near San Antonio; Killeen, TX; Gainesville; Oklahoma
March - Jamaica Beach RV Resort - near Galveson
April - El Paso Texas
May - California
June - Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana
July - Wyoming, Colorado
August - El Paso
September - San Marcos near Austin
October thru December - Rockport; El Paso; Colorado; Abilene.
The year was very eventful and we are so blessed to be able to travel, meet up with family and meet so many new people that will last a lifetime.
What an amazing life and Thank you Jesus.

December 2012

Very Eventful Month - surprised family and went to El Paso, Colorado, and Abilene for an early Christmas Surprise.  We were missing the family so we went and bought a new car and decided to take a road trip.  It was amazing and so great to see all the family.  We are blessed to have seen them all but Colorado was so cold....-3 degrees.  We were quickly reminded why we started RV'ing towards the Gulf in the winter.  All went well and we were gone for 2 weeks but are so happy to be in the warmer climate.  Love the Gulf.

November 2012 - Hobo Party

Drifters RV Resort had a Hobo Night and guess who won the best costume contest.    Muaaaaa.........
Thought I would share some pictures.  This was our 1st party here at Drifters and folks thought they had hired me to be the entertainment.  I was just playing the part.  Had fun.  John did not want to dress up but laughed all night. Great Night and met lots of new people.

 

We were invited to play Texas Holdum and guess who won.  JOHN.  Yeah it was fun!! I will make sure and take care of his winnings.  Have a great Thanksgiving to all of you out there.

Rockport, Texas - October 2012

We arrived in Rockport Texas on October 1st and will be staying at Drifters RV Resort for the winter. The park is very nice and we love the exercise room, biking area, swimming pool and they plan on many activities beginning in November.  The weather is great, hot humid but not cold!!
We love this area because of the Ocean, the fishing, but most of all the beautiful scenery around us.
We look forward to spending time here this winter and will have a better feel of everything after a few months.
John and I have scheduled all of our Annual Dr. appointments for our Wellness checkups so we will feel good after all of this is done.  Shots,,,shots,,,,bloodwork....and more.  Love It Now Though!!

10/14/2012-We are meeting new people which we love.  Met some folks from Canyon City, Colorado in El Paso in September and found out they also are staying here in Aransas Pass, for the winter.  Jerry and Anita at their RV in Ranson Rd RV Park. 

Then when we were in San Marcos we met some folks that stayed at the same place last month and they are now here in the same park with us.  Went to Goliad to Market Days with Steve and Vickie.  Also went swimming with Steve and Vicki, our neighbors.   It has been a pleasure meeting new folks.

Steve and Vickie

Jerry and Anita

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Pat enjoying a day in the pool.

John at Drifters swim for the day!

 

 

San Marcos, Texas - September 2012

Arrived in San Marcos at the Pecan RV Park which is very nice.  We are right next to the San Marcos river, which is a big attraction for "tubers".  Weekdays are quiet, but weekends are filled with those that love the river and lots of college students. It is very relaxing here, but John and I are trying to get some exercise in and are now swimming daily.  We are having fun!  We will explore the area in time, but for now gonna enjoy some tubing, fishing, and swimming. 

Surprise Homecoming - Jeremy arrives from Afghanistan

Jeremy is HOME!!!!!!
We surprised Jeremy as he came home from Afghanistan.  It was such a heartfelt arrival as he came home safely.  He was surprised and we were all so happy to hear from him. 

Colorado - July 2012

Finally arrived in Colorado!!!

Family!!! Friends!!! Birthdays!!! BBQ's!!!! Dinners!!!Elitch's!! Baby Showers!!! So much to do. Sorry missed some picture taking opportunities.  Not like me but here is what I am posting.
Loved seeing family and friends. 

July 2012 - Visiting family in Casper and Greeley

Casper, Wyoming - Met up with our nephew Martin which was so awesome to see him.  Hadn't seen him for about 12 years.  Went to dinner and breakfast and then had to our next destination, Greeley.

Next stop Greeley, Colorado and visited more family.  Loved seeing brother, Henry (Linda) and sister, Juanita (Jim) and nephew, Mitch (Ruby).  Enjoyed the wonderful dinner enchiladas that Juanita made and the home made red chili. Another great visit and loved being with family.

 

El Paso Texas - The Homecoming July 2012

Surprise surprise!!  We decided to surprise Jeremy as he arrived home from Afghanistan.  Got Amanda, Anitra and Lorilee together to go to Ft Bliss and surprise him.  He was so happy but we were happier to see him arrive safe and sound.  What a heartfelt homecoming.

Yellowstone National Park - June/July

June was a busy month for us and we traveled many miles.  Here we are at the tail end of June in Yellowstone with Tristan and Gracie.  Gracie saved her money and flew to Spokane, Washington where we picked her up.  Tristan we picked up in Coeur'd Alene, Idaho.  Thought since we were working our way down to Colorado we would take the kids to Yellowstone.  What an awesome place.  Stayed at Grizzly RV Park, which is very nice.  Just wished they had a swimming pool as it was nice and hot here.  We enjoyed Yellowstone 4 days and the kids loved it. We saw many animals which were, Grizzly Bear, Black Bear, Elk, Longhorn Sheep, Coyote, Squirrels, Chipmunks, Eagles, Moose and many many Buffalo.  How awesome was Old Faithful and the beauty of the park. Another great adventure and the scenery was outstanding.
Went to the movies to see "Brave" and what a great movie.  Fun fun fun with the kids. 

Courde'Alene, Idaho - June 21 - June 27, 2012

Arrived in Courde'Alene, Idaho to meet the kids for the Ironman Triathlon. So excited to see the Pino family again and partake in the event as cheer leaders for Jason. Again this is beautiful country and we liked it here and could wear our summer clothes here. Jason did great in the event as he did the 140.3 miles, and we applaud him for enduring this race. It was awesome. He did it!!!! We are so proud of him.....way to go Jason's ...both of you did it.

We enjoyed being with Kallie and Tristan during the event as Jason was prepping most of the time and was not around. Hung out at the beach and Tristan loved the cold water.  Kallies, parents, also came and it was great having a BBQ at their place.  Also Big J was in the race so we got to enjoy him and his wifes company.

  John and I took time out to go to a Courde'Alene casino and it was fun. We broke even. It was great being with family and friends.  Another place we want to return.  Great weather.

June 18-20, 2012 - Idaho and Montana

Left Washington and headed to Lakeside, Montana so we could visit the Glacier National Park.  Drove through Idaho and loved the picture taking.  As most of the U.S. this drive was so beautiful.  Really lots of beautiful lakes and the scenery was outstanding.  Stayed a week and enjoyed this area across from the Flathead River.  Glacier National Park was cloudy but the waterfalls and beauty of this park, was well worth the visit. Beautiful Country!








It rained more than it was clear and cold for June.  We had to pull out our jeans and jackets, again.  Again, it was well worth it but will go later in the year next time.  Next back to Idaho to meet the kids.