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Post by Tonyterner on Aug 12, 2009 11:16:56 GMT -5
We've been without internet service since Monday morning so this is the first chance I've had to post these. Early Sunday morning Tony and Chris had to depart so we had breakfast together then did a couple of group photos. Here's Tony and Chris. And the motley crew. After they left the rest of us loaded into cars and headed to Arches National Park. Brian and John rode along with us so we had lots of time to talk and get to know them. It was a great time of getting to know each other and seeing some wonderful scenery. Adrian, Ina and Iona at Arches. Adrian wanted to go on a hike to delicate arch, its a three mile strenuous hike but fortunately it wasn't too hot that day. Amber tried her best but her knee is still not fully healed from her surgery in May so she had to bow out partway through. It was a tough hike on the legs. Here is Adrian standing on the base of the arch. Here are Brian and John up on a promontory. We had a great time at the park and afterwards John Brian and I went on a collecting trip and found about 100 pounds of agate. I'll make a separate thread of that once I'm back. We all had dinner that night. The following morning we all said our goodbyes, with many tears from Amber. It was sad to go be we now these people are just no long online friends.
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randysgal
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Post by randysgal on Aug 12, 2009 11:21:18 GMT -5
So glad you guys are making the most of your vacation time and getting to meet up and enjoy the company of so many familiar faces from the board. Be safe and keep the pictures coming, we are so enjoying our virtual trip with you two. ;D Cathy
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Post by sitnwrap on Aug 12, 2009 12:20:07 GMT -5
Every new pic posted of your trip magnifies just how wonderful this vacation has been for all of you.
Amber, I hope your knee feels better for the rest of your vaca.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 12, 2009 12:31:09 GMT -5
Great pics! Tony, you look like you are in a modeling pose in that group pic LOL Glad everyone is having a great time. Amber! Take it easy on that knee. Oh, and I hope you've been successful looking for porn rocks. LOL
Shan
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Geo-Ing Crazy
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Post by Geo-Ing Crazy on Aug 12, 2009 12:48:11 GMT -5
I'm jealous - and you guys just keep right on posting pictures!! Great pictures, great fun! Barb
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Post by jean on Aug 12, 2009 16:50:41 GMT -5
Tony and Amber, Thanks so much for sharing your vacation with all of us who are stuck here on the East Coast. Jean
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Post by karenfh on Aug 12, 2009 20:01:49 GMT -5
Thanks so much for the continuing saga of Adrian, Ina & Ioana's Adventures! What fun and hospitality you are all showing to the Prodescus! Wish I could have joined you. Hope you all took the 'scenic route' at some point. That's family speak for 'got lost', haha.
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chassroc
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Post by chassroc on Aug 13, 2009 8:32:12 GMT -5
Nice you could make that hike in August. the sun is real strong off the rocks. That is a beautiful arch and an even better looking group
csroc
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Post by MidNight~Rocksi3 on Aug 13, 2009 16:42:23 GMT -5
:serious: Man... Do i ever need a vacation too....... You Guys Look Great And what Fun!! To go Travel the world.. or neighboring states for some of the coolest Adventures EVER!!! man am i JEALOUS!!!! lol.. Guess it's bout time i get in the truck and take a drive myself and go some place fun where there's Rocks.. And Friends.. And Booze.. You know... The perfect OASIS.. ooohh Hell i know.... I'll just drive over to Rodney and Jamies house tonight and See what the cat drags in there.. lol see ya There!! Can't wait to meet you Two... !!! ;D Roxy!!
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Post by NatureNut on Aug 13, 2009 17:03:03 GMT -5
Hey Roxy! Good to see you here! I'll bet you're gonna find a ton of fun at that house. Better go prepared, Girl!
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Post by adrian65 on Aug 13, 2009 17:53:06 GMT -5
Thank you for posting the pictures, Tony! I was kinda lazy in posting pics, but the schedule was so tight so far! Hopefully I'll post some this evening or better tomorrow, to "catch " the meeting with Deb and the Grand Canyon. We're at Cameron Trading Post right now.
Cheers to all,
Adrian
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Post by NatureNut on Aug 13, 2009 18:42:35 GMT -5
Hey there inter-continental traveler! Good to see you check-in with us. Hope they aren't wearing you out too much! Bet you're having a blast! Jo
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Post by Gem'n I on Aug 13, 2009 21:09:40 GMT -5
Hey Guys & Gals, Thanks for sharing your adventure with us....Adrian you haven't seen anything yet...hope you folks are enjoying it...we sure are....Larry
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Post by Tonyterner on Aug 14, 2009 12:55:57 GMT -5
Adrian, we heard all about your meeting with Jamie and Sheri. I have to say that even though arches was beautiful that the best is still ahead of you. Both Amber and I absolutely loved Zion and Bryce more than any thing else we have seen in this area, even better than the Grand Canyon.
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Post by Saskrock on Aug 15, 2009 2:02:22 GMT -5
Great pics Tony.
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