Follow along as Pearl and I discover all the interesting people and places in the USA.
What a great tour this was!!! I’ve explored caverns and caves before on land but never through an underground river system! We walked, floated, swam through this very sacred place. We were not allowed to take pictures inside and our photographer was not that good at getting clear pictures of us. To see this amazing place, you should Google it. Best tour we did!
I am truly blessed to have such a great relationship with my sister and her husband Dave. They invited me to join them on a short trip to Mexico. Dave’s a great travel agent and got us a deal for $400 air fare and hotel to Playa de Carmen. As we did so much in a short period of and I take way too many pictures, there will be a couple of posts.
I always love being able to stop and see family on my journeys. And it is always a good time no matter what we are doing. Like power washing a fence, concrete patio, decorating a guest room and of course enjoying a cocktail, fire or playing dominoes.
I was recently asked specifics about Pearl. She’s built on a 2019 Ram Pro Master 3500. Winnebago built my Travato set up. My version is a 59G. I chose this version over the 59K version because of the refrigerator being up, a separate freezer, dining table being able to convert to an extra bed or couch.
As this is about the 3rd time I’ve stayed here recently, I have to say it’s never disappointing. Saturday was busy at the campground, but most everyone left Sunday. It was great to sit at my site, enjoy the quiet and take short 1.5 to 3 mile hikes each day. And let’s not forget the beauty of Majic flames.
TOMORROW, Friday February 28: Economic Blackout
Spend no money, and if you must, spend it with small, local businesses using cash only.
🚫 Target 🚫 Amazon 🚫 Walmart 🚫 Fast food 🚫 Corporations
An economic blackout disrupts the flow of money, directly pressuring corporations and policymakers by hitting them where it hurts—profits and revenue.
I Love this park. I have been keeping a close eye on when they would reopen after being destroyed by Hurricane Helen’s at the end of September last year. Once I saw they were reopening I booked my stay. The farm and all the animals survived without incident. The trails and trees were not as fortunate. I was told over 35,000 trees were taken down. I’m guessing there were more than that. The uppity ups didn’t figure the park would reopen for at least a year. Thank goodness the people here kicked butt to get the park opened!
There was a cooking demonstration the day I left and one of the cabins was open. Amazing that the preacher living here had 13 kids. There must have been some additional rooms at one time. I also found these pamphlets interesting. One to soldiers gave me goosebumps.
This is an incredible area with multiple natural springs. This park butt’s up to another State Park, and the trail system is outstanding. I’ve stayed at this park before as well as a couple of others in the area. Downtown High Springs is very walkable and has some cool stores.
I always enjoy meeting up with friends. Jane and I worked together back in the day and we’ve kept in touch over the years. I landed at their place in Clearwater a few days before Valentines day. It was fun to catch up during Happy hour, at the pool and helping set up for the dance Saturday night.
I’ll definitely be stopping at their home in Michigan when I get back. Keep dancing Jane!
As an update, it’s with a sad heart that Jane’s husband Jack passed away today from complications of COPD. Please send prayers her way. I’m extremely sad for your loss, Jane.
This was a couple of day recharge for my batteries and it has a lot of trails. Along with a great lake to actually swim in a little. Even though I’m sure there’s gators around. I was there early and hung out at the day park/swimming area. Saw a float plane land, float around for awhile and then take off. It was pretty cool!
People and Places with Pearl 