02 2019 visit Susie in Raleigh – part 2, antiques and restaurants
We took a day trip to Selma, NC, a small town south of Raleigh. Susie had heard of an antique/collectables shop, one of many, that have gems to find. Susie...
02 2019 visit Susie in Raleigh – part 3, the state capital and some shopping
Had a wonderful last day in Raleigh with Susie. After a lazy morning (nice to be retired), we drove to the downtown area and did a self-guided tour of the...
2019 Florida family trip – part 1, driving south
We’re off to south Florida to spend time with our middle son, Brian, and his family in the Stuart area (Atlantic side of the state). Our youngest grandchildren are in...
2019 Florida family trip – part 2, with friends
We’re so enjoying our time in DeLand/Orange City area with friends Jay and Rhonda. Barney and Jay developed their friendship over the years at work meetings. Jay and Rhonda have...
2019 Florida family trip – part 3, Blue Spring State Park
Today we went to nearby Blue Spring State Park where the manatees find a refuge in an outlet on the St. John’s River supported by a natural spring. They come...