Moving Day

Coker, Alabama

Weather: low 52 degrees, high 65 degrees, mostly cloudy all day, a few sprinkles late in the afternoon, heavier showers expected later tonight and tomorrow

We moved to a different RV park today, leaving the state park. We felt that since we were going to be here for a while that it would be better to find a place that is better suited for longer stays. The new location is closer to Terri's house, as well as to town. In addition, it appears that the cell phone signal and Internet access are both better. The park we are in used to be all mobile homes, but those are being phased out in favor of RVs. The lots are large, it is quiet and clean, and best of all, everyone we have met is friendly and helpful. We can't think of a better place to be if we have to stay here longer than we anticipated.

Rain is in the forecast for tonight and tomorrow. When we were placing the RV on the lot, the ground was soft from rain we received a couple of days ago. As a result, the weight of the RV and truck made some ruts that we will be filling in when the rain lets up. On the other hand, when I set up the satellite dish, it took a total of about 30 seconds to find a great signal. Got to keep that satellite dish working for Carolyn.

We went to WalMart (my favorite store) today for a few things. When we pulled into the parking lot, it looked like the lot was full. For a minute we thought we might have to put the shopping trip off. Then, I noticed over on the far side of the parking lot on the grocery store side that there were hardly any cars parked there. It was strange to see that people were waiting in the traffic lanes for someone to leave so they could park where there was no parking. Yet, on the other side, there was all kinds of parking. What makes people do that?

Gas and diesel prices have gone down a few cents per gallon since we have been here. Are they setting us up for another big spurt in prices? How long will people be able to pay these prices before it throws the economy into a recession, or are we already in one? We have noticed that overall, there seems to be a slowing of speeds, but the traffic is not any lighter. I think these high prices are here to stay. That means everything that has to be transported is going up in price.

As the readers have probably noted, we have not had much to say about what we are seeing. That is because we haven't seen much with helping Terri. However, we promise we will start doing some sightseeing very soon. In the meantime, bear with us.

More later, be safe.

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