William Hay, Writer: Golden Shores RV - Departure, Day 12 to Yuma , Sleep Hollows RV Park and Algadones

Friday, January 10, 2025

Golden Shores RV - Departure, Day 12 to Yuma , Sleep Hollows RV Park and Algadones

LA fires were all the news. Arson and smoke and evacuations. I received an amber alert on my watch. Decided that I’d travel south rather than head straight west to Salton Lake.

I’d thought to stop in San Diego but the cost of RV Resorts ranged from $150 to $250. That’s American money and Canadian is only 70 cents to the dollar. I stopped at San Mateo Campgrounds and they were $50 a night. The California campgrounds were reasonable for full service but they required reservations. I almost stopped but I’d only gone an hour or so and I was enjoying the trip down the coast. I almost stopped at Oceanside again because I’d loved it there but really was enjoying the ride.

I stopped at Encinitas and took pictures of the SRF meditation centre I visited and meditated at . I studying Yogananda when I was 20 doing the Kriya Yoga lessons, being initiated and always feeling positive about the learning.

It noted my door lock was broken and stopped at el Centro to see an RV repair man. It was just 5 pm and I couldn’t find anyone so late. I drove on and stayed the night boon dogging outside Yuma off Fortuna in the desert flats. I’d tried to find an RV park in the dark but the offices were closed at 7 when I was there and I was a bit exhausted and crossed into an oncoming traffic lane. Luckily it was empty but time to pull over.

Madigan peed . I slept and only once did he bark and wake me. No one was there. I worried it was the police saying you can’t stay here. It wasn’t. I was glad to sleep and wake refreshed.

Foothills RV Supply and Repairs , 11242 S. Foothills Blvd, Yuma, 928 342 1704 were the best. I got a new lock and some really good advice. Great people.

I enjoyed topping up the propane at my old haunt and checking out Walmart for a lounge chair. I drove past the Marine Air Force base and Madigan got his beef paddy and I had Sausage Egger. All was good as we moseyed out to the Sleepy Hollow RV Park near Algodones. Great native run RV park with security doing patrols, Madigan liked it. I paid for a week, reasonable rates. No pool or laundry or whirlpool but dog walk and store. I just liked it.r.

Once I was set up i walked Madigan to the US Customs and the cutest officer kindly reviewed the paper and said he was good to come and go. I’d had a virtual meeting which I enjoyed with all the lone time travelling. Then I walked over to Mexico and enjoyed how they’d fixed up the Mexican side of the border crossing with white paint and X-ray machine. The guard checked my bag thoroughly and I was in. I’ll be able to come and go this week. They’d put up fencing and changed the town a little to improve security at the crossing. Lots of building going on. A prosperous community. I was less harassed on the street but it was late in the day and St Thomas Dental and Sol Optician were closed .I was able to get meds at Trury’s.

I enjoyed chatting with merchants and talked to one of the fellows who asked about my ring and shared he was 5 years clean and sober in NA. Miracles of miracles

I saw Sandra of Sandra Jewelry with her husband . I’ve enjoyed them each visit and Laura loved them. So I bought some jewelry for Laura’s birthday. She’s been wearing the Sandra’s Jewelry all year to praise and comment so I’m glad to gift her some more.

I’ve totally set up the camper and even unloaded the Vespa myself without too much difficulty. I’d had a hard time with the HD Nightster Specail. This is 100 lbs lighter and makes all the difference. There was a terrific guy at the Foothills RV who showed me the Vespa’s he was working on restoring. We sung their praises together . I’m looking forward to riding into town to church on Sunday assuming the weather remains so splendid,

It’s hot in the afternoon, Sunshine and blue skies. Such a healthy relief from Vancouver right now. I feel my joints enjoying the dry and hot and I’m uplifted by the sun, What a blessing to be able to do this.

Thank you Jesus, Thank you God. Thank you Creator.

It’s cooled off with the sun going down. I ‘ve turned on my electric heater and it’s heaven. I’ ve hot dogs to barbecue and potato’s salad. I phoned the patients that texted me and took care of prescriptions and concerns so I’m caught up. I will enjoy watching TV tonight. I finished the see history and started a western I’m reading.

I’ll have to walk him again. He pooped in the office and I had to clean it up checking in. I felt so badly. He’d not had a walk of any merit so it was my fault. He walked for an hour or two with me crossing the border and such. He’s tuckered out whereas when we camped at night I didn’t walked him concerned about traffic and night and dependent on flash light. I’d then focused on fixing the lock and until that was done I wasn’t able to leave the camper . He’s such a good boy and no harm done as I cleaned it up with Clorox towels, Poor guy. The woes of travel as a dog.

I made up for it taking him with me and he loved all the smells and everyone friendly. He likes it here. So do it.

Thank God!!!