CntryBoy777 - The Lazy A** Acres Adventures

[CntryBoy777]

Glad the intensity of the storms along the front lessened as they got to the river, just steady rain here now and we missed out on the gusty 30-50mph winds that was predicted. Got the morning rounds done early and just as I walked in and sat down the drops started, so dodged getting wet caught outside.

 

[Latestarter]

Had a really nice T-storm wake me up I guess around 4am or so. Mel was outside and I had the window open above my head in the bedroom so I can feel when the pre-storm winds start and normally the thunder will wake me if the wind doesn't. Soon as I heard the thunder I got up and went to the back door to let Mel in. Sure enough he came a running and only had a few sprinkles on his coat. He said hello and went directly into my bedroom and occupied his place on the floor at the foot of the bed. Oh, and I closed the window too

 

[Latestarter]

So based on your weather map Fred I did some calculating and it looks like a pretty straight shot for me on I-30 to I-40 then south out of Memphis and I can make the trip in about 6 hours time. Maybe there's a decent eatery nearby to you where we could make a lunch "date" to meet up for some chow and a chat? Maybe a meet and greet? Perhaps Mike and Teresa could even make the trip and we could all meet up? I know I'd sure enjoy meeting you and Joyce and all 4 of you at once would be even better! (plus it initially saves me another 4+ hours driving east ).

 

[Mike CHS]

There is always that possibility depending on the 'when'.

 

[CntryBoy777]

Now @Latestarter I sure couldn't honestly pass up an opportunity like that, especially on my "Doorstep". There is a Mexican restaurant in town that is our favorite spot, great food reasonably priced, and wonderful service....we know the owners....and they take our extra eggs.... However, there are some in Southaven or Olive Branch, but personally I would stay out of Memphis....and there quality Costs. The gangs are really bad up there. You and @Mike CHS decide on the Time and let me know your preference to narrow down an agreeable menu.

 

[Bruce]

and occupied his place on the floor at the foot of the bed

The "on the floor" part being a key item here. Otherwise you would have to limber up into a ball to sleep at the top of the bed

 

[NH homesteader]

Dogs sleep on floors? How uncivilized!

Mine really like to sleep on pillows. Usually DH has to fight them off the bed when he goes to sleep. Another for good measure here...

 

[Mike CHS]

Our dogs don't know what a bed is. The herd dogs have mats in the living room but they spend the nights on the porch and crated.

 

[Latestarter]

Well, I'll tell you what Fred and Mike, I'm first and foremost a carnivore and prefer my "carni" to be grilled or smoked or a combination of the two My preference is for beef or pork followed by chicken/turkey and then saltwater fish/seafood (large pelagic species preferred swordfish/tuna/etc.). If I have to eat vegetable matter, I'll force myself I'm OK with basic Mexican food, but it's not normally my first choice . When dealing with "other than" American food, my favorite is a toss up between Chinese and Italian. There's also many good things to be said about Japanese tepanyaki (Japanese hibachi or steak house). I had real Kobe beef in Japan once and it really does melt in your mouth.

OK, so all that being said, I'd prefer to do this relatively soon while I have a vehicle that gets 35 MPG... any day really works for me as I am totally retired. I'd probably make it a day trip and meet you for lunch, then if the offer was extended, visit with you for a few hours at your home place, then drive back here/home. Just need a couple of days notice. My dance card is empty for the next week to 10 days.

 

[Latestarter]

I'd invite Bruce as well, but I don't think it's really in his driving/commute range...