Blogs from Branson, Missouri, United States, North America
4/29/2012 - Branson - Mickey Gilley Show
Published: May 6th 2012North America » United States » Missouri » Branson
April 29th 2012
4/29/2012 - Mickey Gilley Show Lounged around the motorhome today, Aleta washed up the bedclothes getting ready for the road tomorrow morning. Shelby T lounged around and read. Later that evening we went to the Mickey Gilley Show. Very interesting how, he told his life history in his music. He did all 17 of his #1 hits and more. We bought a DVD of the show. We were recognized during the show as being from Mickey's home town of Ferriday, La. Mickey performed from a chair most of the show, but his voice was still very strong. Mickey took a fall a few years back while assisting a friend move some furniture and severely damaged his back. Does not play the piano now, but his goal is to get back to it. After the show we ... read more
4/28/2012 - Branson - visit with Michael and Lizzie Wells and Family
Published: May 6th 2012North America » United States » Missouri » Branson
April 28th 2012
4/28/2012 - Visit with Lizzie and Michael Today Lizzie (our niece) and her family came over to the RV park for hot dogs. Spent much of the day talking and visiting.Michael went to school with our oldest some, Termite. He told some stories that had me laughing so hard I cried :-) Michael saw us as we were pulling into Lambert's Cafe and blew his horn and waved when he saw the LSU Tiger on the back of the LilTruk, but we did not see him. Went out for supper at Falls Creek for catfish. They also toss the rolls like Lambert's Cafe. Aleta finsihed the first blanket whe was making for Brently.... read more
4/27/2012 - Branson, MO day trip to Bella Vista, AR
Published: May 6th 2012North America » United States » Missouri » Branson
April 27th 2012
4/27/2012 - Jack & Barbara left for Florida this morning. We slept in and then left around noon to visit Aleta's sister in Bella Vista, AR. She has had some health problems, but recovering well. Fran had prepared a good supper for us and we enjoyed it with them. Smothered pork chops with potatoes, onions, and carrots. Then Fran and Johnny took us for a ride around Bella Vista, Rogers, and Bentonville. Saw the first store opened by Sam Walton - The Walton's 5 & 10. You can really tell this is the home of Wal-Mart with all the corporate buildings in this area. On the way back to Branson, we stopped off for a square dance with the Ridge Rockers of Pea Ridge, AR. Was a really enloyable dance and all the dancers were friendly. ... read more
4/26/2012 - Oswego, KS to Branson, MO
Published: April 27th 2012North America » United States » Missouri » Branson
April 26th 2012
4/26/2012 - Began travel around 9:30am today headed to Branson, MO. Short pull today rather than the 360 miles of yesterday. Stopped at Lambert's Cafe for lunch. Along with your meal they throw fresh rolls to you, bring blackeye peas, fried okra, fried potatoes with onions, and molasses for your rolls to your table. There are three of the Lambert's Cafes, the #1 in Sikeston, MO, #2 in Ozark, Mo, and #3 in Foley, AL. We made it to Branson Ozark Country Campground. We are on site A1 with Jack/Barbara on A2. Jack/Barbara here only one night. We went to the Pierce Arrow show tonight, really good show. Luke Menard who was on American Idol is part of the group. Dakota, the granddaughter who broke her arm is a big fan of Luke. Aleta got all ... read more
BRANSON, MO. - REACHED DESTINATION
Published: October 1st 2011North America » United States » Missouri » Branson
September 30th 2011
Yeah! We reached our final destination. WOW! What a trip!. If I spell or don't use the right "punkcuation"..blame the after driving libations!! There is so much to see and do in this area, we decided to spend another day here! Needless to say, we forfeited a couple of cabin stay fees..but who cares?, we are on vacation. If you visit this area you must go on the "Ducky" ride, lots of history and a ride on the beautiful Table Rock Lake in an amphitamin? (truck that drives on roads & floats in water??). You must also visit the "Fantastic Caverns". Ride a trolley through underground caves that are unbelieveably beautiful. We will leave tomorrow (Saturday, I think) heading for Tulsa, OK. Talk to you soon!... read more
September 29th 2011
Yeah, Finally made it. We are soooo happy! Two whole days and nights in one place with only site seeing to do. OH! I love retirement and having the three sister together at last! Of course we argue (alot) HEE HEE! We will begin this day with a tour of an underground cavern by a trolley pulled by a mini jeep. Sending a few pictures of Sadona, Arizona and also our cabin sites along with a few sites we have visited thus far. Wheeee..we are off for the day to visit everything we can possibly cram into one d... read more
May 27th 2010
Dogwood Canyon Nature Park We took the 2 hour tram ride all over the park. It was really neat although the tram was filled to capacity which made for a tight squeeze. For the first part of the tour, you drive along the canyon floor. There are waterfalls and even a chapel built from logs within the park by their maintenance staff. Apparently it is a big hit for weddings. The waterfalls were fairly neat. At the glory hole, you could see giant rainbow trout which was neat. Throughout the trip, we would constantly have to drive through the river making the ride even more interesting. My favorite part by far was seeing the animals. img=http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3331/4639648062_93b48998... read more
