Left Erie early on the 29th and it started to rain as we passed by Pittsburg. Hard rain, slippery roads, heavy traffic and winding mountain roads did not make for a pleasant trip.
Trip Log
December 28, 2019
Left the hotel this morning and stopped at Sam's for gas and a little shopping. We drove by Whippy Dip and Alesa's grandmother's apartment where she lived when we met and were dating. We then went to visit my aunt Bernice.
December 27, 2019
Left Michael's yesterday morning and arrived in Erie around 3 PM as we decided to visit the scene of the crime. After checking into the hotel we had a good 'Erie' meal at Valerio's, visited my sister, Marilyn, and spent time with Bob and Cathy before coming back to the hotel.
December 25, 2019
Yesterday was a different Christmas Eve this year because it is the first year the entire family was not together in one place. We were all together on Thanksgiving instead but last night we were at Mike's and skyped with Jeff and family.
December 23, 2019
Left home at 6 AM Sunday and arrived in Petersburg, VA for the night around 4:30. It rained most of the way but not very hard except for a few times. The traffic was very light heading north but the southbound side was very crowded with a number of long backups.
December 21, 2019
Busy getting ready for the holiday trip north. Still golfing and playing water volleyball. A few volleyball games have been cancelled due to cold and windy weather. Looking forward to the holidays with the family in Pa.
December 15, 2019
Craig and Janet spent the night to celebrate Alesa's birthday. I golfed this morning while Alesa showed them new hiking trails. After a nice turkey dinner/lunch Craig and Janet went with us to see "Knives Out" and they bought the tickets for Alesa's present.
December 14, 2019
Craig and Janet came up today to ride with us the Scott and Stacey's Christmas party at their home in DeLeon Springs. We also took the opportunity to visit with Betsey and Jennifer in Ormond Beach since it was about 25 miles east of the party.
December 12, 2019
Had my annual checkup at the VA while Alesa stayed home and cooked another turkey. I am in good health but can't say the same for the turkey. Tonight was the Erie Club Christmas dinner at Francesco's followed by a white elephant gift exchange. A good crowd, good food and good fun.
December 11, 2019
Pretty much unpacked the night we got back. Had my annual blood test at the VA on Friday and we did a lot of grocery shopping. Also had two of Alesa's rings enlarged since they were getting too hard to get on and off.