The 'Journey' has begun!!!! aka Chrissyb's USA Adventure!!!

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  • Kay_G
    Kay_G Member Posts: 3,345
    edited October 2011

    You know it never rains in southern California..........

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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited October 2011
    not todayCool
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  • lwd
    lwd Member Posts: 1,084
    edited October 2011

    But, it snows in Colorado, and it began about the time you left!!!  Four inches overnight, Chrissy!

    You got out of here just in time!  Miss you!

    Lane

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  • Dara_Diverse
    Dara_Diverse Member Posts: 5,144
    edited October 2011

    Chrissy, I am now just catching up and am simply amazed. Someone wrote that you are like a celebrity and I agree. I hope you remember me when you are famous lol.  I loved the Texas photos and cannot wait for the LA photos.

    btw, East Coast girls have got it too and Chrissy knows it!  I love you Chrissy and miss you everyday. Steve and I talk about you often, still! Enjoy!!! Laughing

    Hugs♥,

    DorK

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  • ruthbru
    ruthbru Member Posts: 57,235
    edited October 2011
    Well East coast girls are hip
    I really dig those styles they wear
    And the Southern girls with the way they talk
    They knock me out when I'm down there

    The Mid-West farmer's daughters really make you feel alright
    And the Northern girls with the way they kiss
    They keep their boyfriends warm at night

    I wish they all could be California
    I wish they all could be California
    I wish they all could be California girls

    The West coast has the sunshine
    And the girls all get so tanned
    I dig a french bikini on Hawaii island
    Dolls by a palm tree in the sand

    I been all around this great big world
    And I seen all kinds of girls
    Yeah, but I couldn't wait to get back in the states
    Back to the cutest girls in the world

    I wish they all could be California
    I wish they all could be California
    I wish they all could be California girls
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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited October 2011

    I just love California...

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  • Kay_G
    Kay_G Member Posts: 3,345
    edited October 2011

    I'd be safe and warm

    if I was in LA

    California dreaming

    On such a winter's day......

    Wish I were with you and the gals partying in LA, Chrissy!

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  • sas-schatzi
    sas-schatzi Member Posts: 19,603
    edited October 2011
    Cool---------yeah California Girls--------
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  • Dara_Diverse
    Dara_Diverse Member Posts: 5,144
    edited October 2011

    California IS awesome, I have been there twice but it is now even awesomer with Chrissy B in town Laughing..... I would give away my first born to be in LA now ~jk!!

     Lane, I so remember that sad feeling when she left my home and went to Amy Jo's but meeting her was such a blessing. I am feeling the love when reading her journey....this would make a great lifetime movie, no doubt!

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  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 34,614
    edited October 2011

    and of course there's the Colorado Rocky Mountain high
    I've seen it rainin' fire in the sky
    The shadow from the starlight is softer than a lullaby

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  • sagina
    sagina Member Posts: 1,219
    edited October 2011

    We sing a song about Texas too! The Yellow rose of Texas - but Chrissy found out who that REALLY was!

    Amy~ my daughter is at TAMU right now! small world!

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  • 3jaysmom
    3jaysmom Member Posts: 4,266
    edited October 2011

    chrissy: did you find a battery yet? or are you having such a good time, no pics... im hungry for your new ones..hahaha       3jays

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  • karen1956
    karen1956 Member Posts: 6,503
    edited October 2011

    3jays....yup Chrissy got a battery for her camera....I have wifi at my house but for some reason she couln't get on it....I know she took tons of pics while here.....can't wait till she gets to post them....I was so luck to spend about 1/2 day with her....we had such a nice time chatting..she is to intuitive...such a "real" person.....and I got to meet LDW....we are going to get together again....Denver itself didn't really have snow just rain....but the snow was above 6000 so the foothills......now its going to warm up for the next week.....LA girls...take good care of our Chrissy :)

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  • chrissyb
    chrissyb Member Posts: 16,818
    edited October 2011

    My flight to Denver was uneventful and I dosed most of the way.  I was blown away at the size of the Denver Airport and took full advantage of the aide that was on offer and got myself chaired down to the baggage claim area.  There I was met by Lane and after a hug or two or three, we headed for the car, baggage in tow.  Lane had planned a two day loop through the Rockies and an over night stay at a place called Glenwood Springs before heading back to her house. 

    We headed towards the Mountains all the while chatting ......... I felt as if I had known Lane for years!  Very quickly the camera appeared in my hand and I began to click like a mad fool!  Everywhere I turned there was beauty unsurpassed by anything that I had seen before.  The colour of the Aspen was like looking at liquid gold pennies hanging from the tree limbs and standing in close proximity was the greens and grey/greens of the alpine spruce and pines ....... Just breathtaking!!!!!

    It seemed that everywhere my eyes wandered there was colour!  And oh what colour it was!  The further we drove the more I clicked!

    Lane had thoughfully prepared a picnic lunch that ended up being more a late lunch early dinner, so we stopped  in a little roadside parking area and settled in to eat.  There was a small stream running on the other side of a low stone wall and I couldn't resist taking pics of the area.

    After eating our fill we continued on our journey toward Glenwood springs.  We started to cross over a small stream  which on enquiry, Lane informed me that it was a small rivelet that would eventually feed into the great Colorado River.  We saw many of these along the way and it was amazing to think that something so large could begin with something so small.

    On arrival in Glenwood Springs, we checked into our hotel where we shared a fabulous double room.  It even had a private balcony overlooking the natural mineral springs pool.  We decided to donn our swimsuits and walk over the road and go soak in the hot spring water .......... it was so hot to begin with that we had to ease our way in slowly but once in, we sat and soaked and chatted for an hour before enough was enough and we showered and headed once again for our room. 

    This is our hotel from the pool area.

    We got organised and hopped into our respective beds as we were by this time feeling extremely sleepy and quite ready to hit the hay.  As tired as we were, a conversation ensued until we both could talk no longer and fell into a deep sleep until the alarm went off in the morning. 

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  • MRDRN
    MRDRN Member Posts: 537
    edited October 2011

    Hi Chrissy !   Thanks for sharing your beautiful pictures!  I just saw this thread and am enjoying your trip ...continue to have fun and if you get to the DC/MD area...send me a PM!   Safe travels :)))))

    MRDRN

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  • Sherryc
    Sherryc Member Posts: 5,938
    edited October 2011

    Gina I laughed at your comment about the Yellow Rose of Texas and remember how we laughed at doing the newspaper interview at the Emily Morgan Hotel. haha For you non Texas Emily Morgan was the Yellow Rose of Texas and a prostitue that was used as a spi for the Mexican's in the fight against Texas.  So we laughted and said we met at the Whore House for out interview.  Now speaking of the interview it made the Sunday Paper and here is a link. They do not have the photo online but I think they published it in the paper version.  Gina they do not sell the paper here in Gonzales any longer can you get a copy and mail it to Chrissy so she will have it?

    Here is the link:

    http://www.mysanantonio.com/life/article/Traveling-Pants-sisterhood-provides-support-2206575.php

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited October 2011

    Thanks, Sherryc.  Nice article...I think they reporter was very descriptive and the article very easy to understand even for people not in the sisterhood.

    ChrissyB,  Enjoying the CO pictures.  You picked the perfect time of year for your visit, to sample two seasons including our colorfull Fall.  Waiting for your next installment. Have Fun!

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  • samsue
    samsue Member Posts: 757
    edited October 2011

    Chrissy, Thanks for the pic's of Colorado - the area is gorgeous!  Really, snow already?

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  • sincitydealer
    sincitydealer Member Posts: 2,712
    edited October 2011

    Chrissy,  what a wonderful trip/adventure you've had.  I grew up near the Ozarks.  The trees are so beautiful in the fall.  The colors are incredible!  The Aspens in Colorado are amazing, too.  My sister lives in Colorado.  I'm very familiar with Glenwood Springs.  How did you like the sulpher smell from the hot springs?  LOL!

    Las Vegas is really something to see if you ever get a chance.  I could show you the sights, and there's plenty to see.

    Peggy

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  • ruthbru
    ruthbru Member Posts: 57,235
    edited October 2011

    Awesome article about awesome people!

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  • sagina
    sagina Member Posts: 1,219
    edited October 2011

    Well this might be what Chrissy thought as a vacation to see some bucket list stuff, but I have to tell you, Chrissy is an amazing person traveling like a fairy godmother with a wand full of magic dust. Poof she comes in, sprinkles her magic dust on you, and when she leaves in a flash, somehow you know something special just happened. Her magic dust flows like a ribbon behind her, playing in the wind from city to city. Look up at night at the stars that you know she is looking at (taking a picture of) and let one of cancer's blessing find you safe - the blessing of new friends, forever.

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  • karen1956
    karen1956 Member Posts: 6,503
    edited October 2011

    Wonderful article....I need to print it out!!!

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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited October 2011

    She was in San Diego for the day..what fun...

    Guitargirl, hbcheryl, chrissyb, shrilann, socallisa

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  • Dara_Diverse
    Dara_Diverse Member Posts: 5,144
    edited October 2011

    Gina, I know about that magic, she sprinkled it on me, everyone around me and it was the best! 

    Chrissy, you are getting closer to being a real celeb. I love your pics , can't wait for more. Keep up the great fun and awesome life experience. Love ya!

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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited October 2011

    tried to resize it..but it didn't work, ok finally it did...

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  • Wonderland
    Wonderland Member Posts: 3,288
    edited October 2011

    Sherry: Thank-you for posting the newspaper article. It's AWESME!!!

    Chrissy: keep having fun!

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  • Elisimo
    Elisimo Member Posts: 1,601
    edited October 2011

    Missing you Chrissy. Your fary dust is still lingering in NC.

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  • mumito
    mumito Member Posts: 4,562
    edited October 2011
    Looks like a great day in San DiegoCool
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  • SoCalLisa
    SoCalLisa Member Posts: 13,961
    edited October 2011

    Chrissy took a bunch of photos today, I know she will want to share them...

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  • lassie11
    lassie11 Member Posts: 1,500
    edited October 2011

    That darned advertisment is blocking part of what looks like a most excellent photo.

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