We woke up about 8, had breakfast, hooked up. We were on the road before 9.
It was only a little more than 130 miles today, but they were hard miles. The road is up and down almost the whole way. We also had a 25 mph headwind the whole way. To top it off the legendary I84 trucks were being a pain in the ass for the whole trip.
Things got a lot better when we got to Richland. It was still windy, but the temperature wasn't bad. We set up and I got out the Bronco. It is MUCH improved. It starts and runs better. It rides better. It even has a little bit of acceleration and torque. I'm really happy. The steering is still vague though (it's a Ford), so I probably won't be doing an engine swap. We're both disappointed that there aren't any side steps available.
After setting up we went too lunch at the cafe. Then we went back to the trailer to pick up the dog. Dan came over just as we were planning to leave to see them. We sat and talked for quite a while catching up. We're old, so there was a lot of illness and "who died" in the conversation.
Dan went home and a little later we went to their place. The four of us sat in the sun, talked, and watched Abby. She ran around, annoyed Sugar, and played with every dog toy that she could find. Eventually it was time to run the dogs. Dan also had to sign up for the fishing tournament. We went to Hewitt and Abby had a great time running all around and chasing birds.
After that we went back to the trailer and fed the animals. Then it was back to Dan and Patsy's place. Dan hadn't gotten back from signing up, so we sat on the deck and surfed. Ellen looked for TV's for Dan. He wants a new one.
When Dan got back we went to the Shorthorn for dinner. They only serve food in the bar now. Dan says there's no one available to work. It was good food though.
After a lot more talking we went back to Dan and Patsy's place. I helped Dan take out the bingo sign. Ellen and I measured for a new TV. Then we went home.
I was really tired, so t was an immediate shower and bed.
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