We are still slumming it in Palm Springs, Ca. Oh, the misery! Since the last posting, we've enjoyed some real nice experiences. The main one was our visit to brother Vince & family for a Turkey Day celebration. They're in the San Fernando valley, specifically, Van Nuys. Sister Donna flew out as well, making it a joyous occasion. While in the LA area, we were hosted by good friend Sue Montague & the DiCola's as well. ( we thought we'd spread out the pleasure of putting us up! ) Another neat deal was attending tv tapings of the Leno show, plus an episode of Bonnie Hunt.

John Travolta was a guest on Leno, and Bonnie had the 2 harlem Globetrotters that'd been on the Amazing Race. ( Bonnie wanted me to come on down, but I didn't want to spoil the thunder of the other guests ) We also got to see the building used as the Tara plantation in the classic "Gone With The Wind" movie. It's now an office building on the Culver Studios lot. Really enjoyed all that. In addition, we went to Gladstone's, a great eatery on the beach at the end of Sunset Blvd. We had the opportunity to get together with a couple we'd met in Nevada ( Joannie & I had whooped their butts in shuffleboard, but they tolerate us anyway...) They're planning to visit us here in the deset for a few days this week, so that'll be nice too. By the way, the wind turbines pictured here are only a few of the approx. thousand or so in the area. They generate much energy, but are quite an imposing visual presence. We're really looking forward to our buds the Snyders coming out in Jan. for a week on the beach at Carlsbad, close to San Diego. After that, we'll start heading east, taking our time and trying to stay in the sunny warmth of the southwest and following it eastward. Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas will be on the itinerary, with much to see in those areas. We're hoping that a good tailwind will help out with the fuel mileage along the route. Anyway, will try to update soon. Merry Christmas to everyone and the best of New Years!!