Seems we miscalculated the approaching storm as I had planned to hit the road just ahead of it and avoid driving in it. We left a little late and managed to stay in the midst of it the entire drive. Just to top off the last hour the low water light came on indicating something was amiss with the engine. Checking the temp gage proved the sensor was not quite accurate as the engine was a normal operating temperatures. However what really irritates is the blaring racket that accompanies the little red light on the dash. This obnoxious siren is in your face and ears and makes you want to jam your fist right through the dash and make it stop. I know it there for a purpose but couldn't they have a sexy voiced woman tell you your water is low and let it go at that?
Anyway we arrived shortly after our old friends Bill and June arrived in their classic GMC motorhome. It's always good to travel in pairs as you sometimes need someone to share your misery with. They too had not made the trip with some issues. Seems there was a small opening in one of the fender wells that allowed a path to flood the carpeted floor throughout their coach. Since carrying a wet/dry shop vac is something most don't normally pack, fans and mopping up with towels got most of the job done.
We ventured into the new casino later that evening for a short and very unrewarding experience. Nice place to visit but we're moving on to our next stop... Little River Casino and Resort.
A stop we've made several times before and one we really enjoy. Not just because we've made a few bucks in the past here but because their RV park is first rate. Well maintained and their shuttle drops you off and picks you up right at your door. Not if that isn't lazy decadence I don't what is. Compared to Turtle Creek this place was booming with people. To be fair it's Thursday compared to Friday's crowd but I think in general Little River draws more people. Anyway we had a great early dinner at a restaurant on M55 just down the road and returned to try our hand at a little gambling. So so results with some of us winning... some of us losing. Didn't spend much time there but it was fun just the same. Saturday our other good friends, George and Paula will be joining us from Battle Creek but they gave up the RV life years ago and will have to rough it one of the hotel suites.This 2009 season is starting off on a great note especially since we're with our good friends. We hope they can join us whenever their schedules permit. It really makes our travels all the more special. Thanks for joining us...we hope you enjoy the journey
Still .... "livin' the dream" Phil & Sharon
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