The Wedding

Photo taken July 10, 2007

April 14, 2008.... Well Toddy has taken the big step forward and Married Olivia Elias. They were married on April 12th in Costa Mesa, Ca. Olivia is a charming young women and she dotes on Todd. Anyhow, the wedding was at the Costa Mesa C.C. and there were about 80 people at the ceremony and reception. Seemed the only hitch was that we forgot the rings at the hotel, bot Louie and I managed to retrieve them. The event went smoothly, and the officiant did a fine job. Olivia and Todd were wed about 7pm and then the dinner and parranda started. We got to meet some of the in-laws and cousins from Olivias side. They were charming and we all got along great. The party lasted until about midnight and then it was back to the Westin and a quick run through In and Out for some burgers. The whole night was good, Todd got married, Lex was with us and the old friends from Riverside celebrated with us. Cris and I are very pleased with the way things turned out. The kids( Olivia and Todd ) put the wedding together in a very short period of time. We are proud of them and looking forward to the future. I will post some pictures when I return home, Love to you All,

Cris and Bob

Back to So.Cal.

April 2,2008 Well things happened pretty fast. The day we were hunting for the herb farm we got the news that Todd & Olivia were getting married on April 12th. We had planned to go south and so we finalized our plans. We arrived at Canyon RV Park on the 8th of April so we could help with anything needed. On the 10th I turned the ripe old age of 60. A bit older for sure, don't know how it feels yet but when I resolve my feelings I will let you know. Got to have a nice lunch and dinner. The Olive Garden still does a good job and the betrothed and us had a good time. Friday was a lazy day and Saturday came on like a storm. We had to go to Ambers 15th birthday lunch where Alexia joined us. After the lunch the girls had nail appts. and I went to get Todd and take him to the Westin @ South Coast Plaza. We all stayed there on Sat. cause Lex hooked us up. In the next couple of blogs I will give you the highlights of the wedding and let you know more. The weather was great as usual. Peace and Love to you,
Cris & Bob

Nevada Still

Been busy, mostly doing nothing I suppose. We did some more exploring in this area and tried to find the infamous herb farm. Brother Pat asked about the popular spot in the Pahrump Valley. Best kept secret in town. We looked and looked, researched the web, and here is what we found. There is an herb farm here, it has been closed for over a year and some. We drove to the place and located the green houses. The place still has equipment and all the necessities for operation but it has a problem with money. The operation uses propane to heat the hoses and the water for the Hydro-ponic aspect of it. We spoke with the owner as a dog sat by his side and growled at us continually. The owner seemed like a very nice gentleman and he was hopeful that with some solar energy and some expected financing he will be able to be back operating soon. We gave our best wishes to the him and drove through the rest of the property. The green houses were very large and the heaters and storage tanks were abundant. Very interesting venture for sure, and oh yeah it is located near the Chicken ranch. We then stopped at a local casino for lunch and to make another donation. Peace and Love,
Cris & Bob

Surprise in the Pahrump Area

We took a day trip with Barbara & Les Peterson to an area we were always curious about. We drove to Tecopa, Ca. which is about 40 miles from here. In the booming area of Tecopa and the surrounding hills is a place called China Ranch. This is a date farm located in the lower valley that seems to be part of Death Valley. Getting to China Ranch is pretty easy, but the last mile or so of the trip was on a dirt road that meandered downhill into a canyon. Speed limit 15mph and to heed it is wise. Arriving at the bottom of the canyon we were in for a pleasant surprise. Date Palm trees all over the place. A stream that they say runs all year long and supplies enough water for the trees, the store, some residences, and a bed and breakfast. We had the lunch we had brought and toured the trees and the gift shop. Still amazed at this place in the middle of the desert. We left and stopped at some hot water pools along the way and you could smell the chemicals in the water and see the salt and lime. We then stopped at the town of Shoshone, Ca. and went through the museum ad the country store. Diesel was $4.72 gallon. Didn't need any. We also stopped at some Indian digs along the hwy and had a photo op. Great Day. We all had a very good time and are still talking about trip.
Love t All,
Cris & Bob

More Nevada Stuff

Got back to Nv. Not for long. Took a trip to Las Vegas for Felisha's 21st. B'Day. We arrived on Sunday to meet a bunch of folks. Alexia made the trip and we were sure glad to see her. The libatations flowed and maybe a little too much for me. The weekend was good and the B'Day girl seemed to have a good time. Tried to get into a show, not much luck. We stayed at Treasure Island and our room looked down on the pirate show. We toured some other places and walked the strip for a time. Vegas is changing and not so very inexpensve any longer. Oh well, times change. Had a good time with everyone, and after a final breakfast we dropped Lex at the airport and returned to Pahrump. The week seemed to go pretty fast and we started to plan our next little venture. It was a good one, not enough room left in this blog. Will devote another blog to the next trip.
Love to All,
Cris & Bob

Back to NV.

Back in Pahrump we got to settle back in. Didn't settle for too long, on Friday we headed to So. Cal. and visit with our peeps down there. We picked up Robyn at Bullhead City and then drove south to check on Nana. We stayed at Mark & Rita's Fri. and we went to visit Nana on Sat. Good visit, although Nana seemed pretty tired. Robyn stayed at Rebeca's and we went back to Corona to hang out there. Sunday was a day to cook Corned Beef and Cabbage for the family and Todd & Olivia came over too. Cris made soda bread and it all was grand. We had a nice visit, and on Monday we played around with some people that played hookie from work. Lunched at the Backstreet, saw the gang there and said hi to Dickman before touring around to different shopping venues. A visit to Tom's Farm to get some fresh veggies to take back. On Tuesday we got to visit with Barbara and Mac at their home some a much needed catch up on old times. Nice to see them and the both of them were doing well. Went to Los Amigos for a Green Burrito only to find out that the citites redevelopment project tour down the building. After crying for a bit we went to Tony's and had a burrito there. After a stop a Grainger's we headed back to Pahrump and our home on wheels. Returned on Tuesday and stayed here for a few days. Love to All. Happy Easter, Cris & Bob

Tripping from the Canyon

The rest of the weekend at the canyon was cold and windy. We were able to spend some more time with Ric & Robyn except Ric had to visit the doc on Sunday afternoon. We stayed till Monday morn, woke it and it was 10 degrees with the water lines frozen. Finally able to thaw the water line and got ready to travel. Got on the road and traveled to Kingman, Az. and stopped for lunch and fuel. We then proceeded up Az. 93 to the Hoover Dam and into Nevada. We had to stop for an inspection with homeland security before we could cross the dam. The check was brief and the delay was minimal. Crossing over the dam always give me a sense of pride. The fact that many people were able to work together and assemble such a tremendous tribute to man is encouraging. There is a dam by-pass bridge being built, and it should finish sometime in 2009. Check it out on the web. We stopped at a Home Depot in Vegas and the headed to Pahrump, Nv and Barb & Les. Good trip and safe traveling. Couldn't ask for more. Love to All,
Cris and Bob