I left Rockyhill Ranch driving into the town of Smithville. Spending the night on the square, stealing electricity from the lighted Gingerbread cutout. One of the first people I was introduced to was Rob Remlinger. He is a cyclist and owner of the best restraunt around these parts. Backdoor Cafe has fresh salads and seafood. He closes down during the summer months and goes to Northern CA to run a place during the Texas hot weather. I have only been out to dinner one time other then tonight. His number one, is a very nice gentleman named Izzy. He has a fetish for all bikes. Also, the only bike mechanic in these parts. I really can stumble into the best situations.
I had a great time at the Ranch and met some great people. None better then R.B. and his wife Karen(pictured). We had some nice evenings in the saloon, where they showed me the finer points about saloon running. LOL. R. B. just got back a clean bill of health. He won a long battle for his life. Karma paying him back! I wish them all the best in the comming years. Also the owners of the ranch and their kids. Grey, Pam, Rebecca and Trey. They were all terrific, Grey can cook some mean greens! And a big shout out to Oscar who provided the firewood. Thanks everyone!
I did get a extra project done right before I left. The bike wash needed to be upgraded, found some extra wood and a pole. 2 bags of concrete. What a sight! The reroute never got finished, but something to look forward to someday. Replaced the battery isolator again!! Think it is right now. Pulling the trigger on solar panels next week. My friend Garry is a great teacher. He has already been through it, why reinvent the wheel.
Leaving in the morning and driving to Harlengen, TX. Staying at the Elks club. $8.00 nightly, down by South Padre Island.
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