Think'n sucks. Now don't git me wrong, I know the art of think'n. An' I know the in's an' out's of most my thoughts. But this think'n bout what I'm gonna do, it ain't go'n so well. Reason be'n, I don't need to think bout something I had decided on months ago. You know, go'n to Georgia, get'n my back fixed, visit with kids an' grandkids, a little golf ball swak'n, camp'n up in the north Ga. mountains (fish'n, camp fires, scream'n at grandkids)....visits every day an' free food, stuff like that.
Everything is set up on the Georgia side with a comfortable camp'n site at "Yo Mama's RV Resort". That's free camp'n if'n ya didn't know. Research has been done to find me a qualified back doctor....two possibilities. My loving son Robert polishes his golf clubs nightly in hopes of beat'n his daddy at the local country club. Note:....due to his persistence, I may "throw" one game.
I have nothing to think about on that side of the country. It's Texas I have to think about. How the hell do ya get out of Texas?? Ok, here's the deal...it's gonna take me two full days to cross the border into Louisiana, spending my first night 213 miles up the road in Rockdale, Texas....or thereabouts. Did you know it's over 400 miles from south Texas to Louisiana, by the route I'm taking...77, 79, I-20? Damn Texas is big.
I've used up bout all the "weather" excuses I can muster in one year. Although, there is still another storm to hit here very very soon. I don't drive in high winds and torrential rains. Although I have in the past. But not intentionally. Tornadoes within a couple miles, trucks turn over on the highway, lightening strik'n a fence I'm parked next to, rain so hard ya cain't see a hunnert feet.....stuff like that.
Had me a long talk with Mama Nature last night. I persuaded her into allowing me a couple weeks of good weather for this trip. *check weather thingy* Look'n good Billy Bob...after this next storm front headed this way. Was 97 degs yesterday with enough humidity you think you gonna die. But that's a normal temp for where I'm located this time of year. It gets hot in south Texas ya know.
Ok, today I will attempt to do a few things. Things I was gonna do a week ago. Or to be more accurate, a month ago. Dishes are done, so don't suggest I warsh dishes. Damn, look'n at clock, I ain't got much time. Golf comes on in a couple hours an' if'n ya cain't "play" golf, ya "watch" it. That's a PGA golf'n rule if'n ya didn't know.
Today's post was gonna be a one paragraph post. YEE HAW!!!! I succeeded. Actually, today's post was gonna be bout my three personalities. Throwed that in the dumpster....here's the link.
http://billybobsplace.blogspot.com/2012/01/personalities.html
Everything is set up on the Georgia side with a comfortable camp'n site at "Yo Mama's RV Resort". That's free camp'n if'n ya didn't know. Research has been done to find me a qualified back doctor....two possibilities. My loving son Robert polishes his golf clubs nightly in hopes of beat'n his daddy at the local country club. Note:....due to his persistence, I may "throw" one game.
I have nothing to think about on that side of the country. It's Texas I have to think about. How the hell do ya get out of Texas?? Ok, here's the deal...it's gonna take me two full days to cross the border into Louisiana, spending my first night 213 miles up the road in Rockdale, Texas....or thereabouts. Did you know it's over 400 miles from south Texas to Louisiana, by the route I'm taking...77, 79, I-20? Damn Texas is big.
I've used up bout all the "weather" excuses I can muster in one year. Although, there is still another storm to hit here very very soon. I don't drive in high winds and torrential rains. Although I have in the past. But not intentionally. Tornadoes within a couple miles, trucks turn over on the highway, lightening strik'n a fence I'm parked next to, rain so hard ya cain't see a hunnert feet.....stuff like that.
Had me a long talk with Mama Nature last night. I persuaded her into allowing me a couple weeks of good weather for this trip. *check weather thingy* Look'n good Billy Bob...after this next storm front headed this way. Was 97 degs yesterday with enough humidity you think you gonna die. But that's a normal temp for where I'm located this time of year. It gets hot in south Texas ya know.
Ok, today I will attempt to do a few things. Things I was gonna do a week ago. Or to be more accurate, a month ago. Dishes are done, so don't suggest I warsh dishes. Damn, look'n at clock, I ain't got much time. Golf comes on in a couple hours an' if'n ya cain't "play" golf, ya "watch" it. That's a PGA golf'n rule if'n ya didn't know.
Today's post was gonna be a one paragraph post. YEE HAW!!!! I succeeded. Actually, today's post was gonna be bout my three personalities. Throwed that in the dumpster....here's the link.
http://billybobsplace.blogspot.com/2012/01/personalities.html
Driving across Texas is something I wouldn't look forward to. I've done it a few times and thought I'd never get to the border. I'm sure it is a perfectly wonderful state, but to me it is too damn big! Hey, this is just my opinion and personal experience, so I hope nobody takes offense.
ReplyDeleteDriving across Texas is no different than driving across three or four regular size states. And in the one (1) state of Texas, you will see what you would see from the east coast to the west coast. LOL....Texas has everything. Forests full of trees, beaches, a gazillion lakes, beautiful hill country, mountains, an a little bit of desert in west Texas. What more could ya want? Snow??? We don't do snow in Texas.
DeleteThe best way to deal with this is to just do it.
ReplyDeleteEmpty your tanks, check your oil, eat dinner & when you get up start driving east. Stop when you're tired & drive some more when you're not, Texas will past and sooner or later you'll arrive.
All the parents of the kids 'waiting for grandpa' will sleep better & so will you once you get you back fixed.
Just do it. Safe travels!
That's exactly what I got in mind Rob. Just got a few little not so important things to do. By the way, I checked 4 items off'n my list today.....but I added two more. Just little stuff ya know.
DeleteIt's those little things that will get you if you let them....
DeleteI saw a commercial for Aransas Pass on the "Travel Channel" this morning.
ReplyDeleteBack in the late 60's I liked Aransas Pass. Not so much in 2014. It's not really a "travel" destination. But they got this great big ol' Walmart for the shop'n inspired.
DeleteBack in 1973, my ex and I drove to South Texas, taking three days to do so. When we left to drive back to Memphis, we did not think we would ever get out of Texas. Finally, about halfway through Arkansas, I took the wheel because I knew how to get over the Mississippi River bridge. When we arrived at my mother's house, my parents got out of bed and we were in it while it was still warm. We thought we were dying when we arrived. I would never do that again. I was only 24 then and in much better shape. I would suggest taking your time no matter what route you take. We are not so young that we can abuse ourselves and still drive safely.
ReplyDeleteLike I said, wave when you pass by here. You will have to come awful close to where I live if I understand where you are and where you are going. The weather is supposed to be nice this week. Rain is predicted, but it is spotty. About 1/10th of the state is getting rain at any one time, and that is just drizzles. So, you will have time to stop and not be in a thunderstorm.
I have on my computer a weather station at msn.com. There is radar that helps me plan my days--things like how long I have to get the chickens in their house, or whether I can wear sandals shopping when I will have to wade...lol.
Oh, I meant to say that we drove back in one day from south TX to Memphis.
DeleteMiles are miles, so what difference does it make what state they're in,,,? hahaha Gonna be the same amount of time,, right, BB?
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