Category: Uncategorized

New Mexico

I can’t emphasize enough just how beautiful New Mexico is.  I think it took me twice as long to drive through the Northeast corner, than it should have, because I stopped so many times to take pictures.  Yes, it seems flat and endless, but… Continue Reading “New Mexico”

Jo vs. The Volcano

Having spent quite a bit of time in southern New Mexico, I guess I took for granted just how beautiful this state is.  After leaving Amarillo, heading for Colorado, I skirted the corner of New Mexico and took a little detour to swing by… Continue Reading “Jo vs. The Volcano”

Amarillo By Mornin’

Well, not exactly morning, but I did make it there my mid afternoon.  Of course, the first time that I decide to save some cash and camp at a KOA, it would have to rain like crazy.  So, off I went to see the… Continue Reading “Amarillo By Mornin’”

OKLAHOMA ! !

So, besides going to a Garth Brooks concert,  Tulsa and Red Rock Canyon, I had a great time while I was in Oklahoma.  I went to the IFYR in Shawnee, caught a couple barrel races at the Lazy E and in Pawhuska, but mostly… Continue Reading “OKLAHOMA ! !”

Red Rock Canyon – OK

Just a short 2 hr. drive west of Oklahoma City is a hidden little gem, Red Rock Canyon State Park.  It’s free for day use and proved to be a nice place for a couple quick hikes.  My friend Desiree and I took a… Continue Reading “Red Rock Canyon – OK”

Livin’ On Tulsa Time

Headed up to Tulsa OK last week with my friend Desiree for some sightseeing.  Our first stop was the Tulsa Botanic Gardens.  The weather forecast predicted a great day, not too hot with a few clouds to keep it cool.  Well, what it really… Continue Reading “Livin’ On Tulsa Time”

GARTH BROOKS ! ! !

So, when your Oklahoma bestie texts and asks if you would like to go see Garth Brooks, you say “Uhmmm, hell yeah!”……. Friday couldn’t get here  fast enough.  We headed for downtown OKC around 6 pm.  With one show at 7 and another at 10:30 we knew… Continue Reading “GARTH BROOKS ! ! !”

Little Rock Arkansas

Arkansas was  nice stop after leaving my brother’s place in Alabama.  After visiting Hot Springs, I skipped back up to Little Rock to meet up with my cousin who was there on business.  With some time to kill before checking into the hotel, I… Continue Reading “Little Rock Arkansas”

Garvan Woodland Gardens

Just a short drive from Hot Springs Arkansas, tucked away down a back road is are 210 acres run by the University of Arkansas, Garvan Woodland Gardens.  I googled things to do in Hot Springs, and amongst the usual bath houses and other touristy… Continue Reading “Garvan Woodland Gardens”

The Ryman Auditorium

Home to the original Grand Ol’ Opry show The Ryman is steeped in Nashville history.  Completed in 1892 it was originally built as a tabernacle.  It has been the setting for everything from daily church services, Russian ballet, opera singers, John Phillip Sousa’s Band, a circus, political… Continue Reading “The Ryman Auditorium”