2009-05-21 thru 31: Finally taking a vacation !!!

[cruiserlarry]

Well, it's been about 6 years, but I'm finally going to take a vacation !!!

My younger son just finished his freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University (He made the DEAN'S LIST - proud dad interuption ). He and his girlfriend are touring through the US via Amtrak, and my wife and I are meeting them in Denver on Friday. From there we will make our way to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks to check out some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Then back home for the summer...

I won't be wheeling on this trip (I won't even be taking the FJ ), but I will try to remember to take some pics to post up when I get back...and due to lack of internet in many areas, I may not be posting much over the next ten days...

So, hope everyone has a great Labor Day, and I'll keep in touch...

Oh, yeah, and did I mention:

MY SON MADE THE DEAN'S LIST AT CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY !!!

[miketino]

Gratz to your son......and to you on your VACATION, but without the FJ???

[BlueFJ]

Good to hear about your vacation and your son! Good luck with the FJ withdrawal while your away!

[gon2srf]

Whooohoo Larry, sounds like it's going to be an unforgettable trip. Congrats to Doug on the Dean's List that is an awesome achievement. Have a great time!

[BorregoWrangler]

Good for you and your boy, Larry! Wow, six years with no vacation? I don't thnk I could make it. Have fun!

[cruiserlarry]

Gratz to your son......and to you on your VACATION, but without the FJ???

Good to hear about your vacation and your son! Good luck with the FJ withdrawal while your away!

Thanks - Yeah, it's tough being away from the FJ, especially driving through Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park in Utah today. Wow, the red striated rock formations, beautiful blue sky, and the hot, breezy weather would have been perfect for a cruise in the FJ, but, alas, that will have to wait for another time...of course, getting 35 MPG helps to make up for the pain of separation

[Voodoo Blue 57]

There is nothing more special than a "Puffed Up” Dad or Mom. Congrats to you and you wife for raising a great boy!

[cruiserlarry]

Well it's been tough - no internet for the last 5 days !!!

But it is all worth it, 'cause I got to spent time seeing stuff like this:

Grand Teton Mountain View from my cabin

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Bison munching in Yellowstone

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Deer having a snack by the trail

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Tower Falls in upper Yellowstone

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My son Doug and his girlfriend Julia riding the elusive Jackalope !!!

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Yeah, so far it's been a blast...(even without the FJ )

[BlueFJ]

Nice Tetons!

[cruiserlarry]

How can you say you've truly enjoyed the outdoors until you've had a chance to experience this :

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Yeah, things are a little slow in rural Utah...