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1/11/2022 3:26:53 PM

Christmas gift; a mouse pad from my grandson Anthony.

Having fun in a go-cart:

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Week of December 5^th:

Last camping of the year, a whole week at Buckskin Mt. State Park:

The camper was decorated for Christmas.

Fantastic spot very close to the Colorado River:

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS:

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Finally took another camping trip. Would you believe that ALL State Parks were booked?

We finally found the last two sites at Alamo Lake State Park.

Weather was good, bees were somewhat of a problem.

Lots of Stars and quiet.

Shown; the lake from our campsite:

Lots of room:

Nice camp fire every night:

Bought a carrier to hold firewood.

Also, keeps dirty items out of the motorhome.

Next camp, Buckskin Mountain State Park, Parker AZ.

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10-6-2021

I thought I would post some older photos:

That’s my father, front row on left:

As a deputy sheriff Santa Clara County,

That is Christina in 1983

Another photo in San Jose CA area:

My late best friend, Brandy:

Brett and me.

My daughter Chris and her husband Ed.

Jane & I at our 38^th Anniversary dinner June, 2021:

Jane, Christina and Anthony, a recent photo:

Jay in Israel by the Wailing Wall, 1999:

Korea, US Army 1962:

And finally this is one of maybe three photos, while working for L.A. County:

Taken in late 1980:

PREVIOUS: Baby sitting Zoie, a POM POM dog:

So far, so good, she has not been eaten by Jack or Jill.

Anthony seen below as he drives a race car in Peoria Arizona:

I will get some more photos soon to add to this.

Below, my solution to keep the RV batteries at full charge.

Just install a Switch:

No battery drain.

No dead battery on the engine.

The porch is now very comfortable with added lights.

Also, a Roku TV and portable Swamp Cooler added.

Now, just waiting for 110 + degree heat to finally go away.

A view at night:

Older stuff: 5-17-2021

Fixed ceiling and installed a bed.

Jane has her own cubby under the bed.

Need to update this photo soon, do not ask.

November, 2020 Finally did cataract surgery on my left eye. Right eye to follow.

All worked great, thank the Lord.

Foggy vision the next day, then all cleared up. Works GREAT.

Previous:

Took another camping trip to Buckskin State Park January 3, 2021.

Bonnie and Jeff brought their travel trailer:

Jane ready to use new Propane Grill:

Dan, Kim and Bonnie:

ALL PARKED AND SETTLED DOWN:

PREVIOUS:

Due to the very very hot summer, not much camping.

We saw a break coming in the 100+ temps.

Chose Buckskin State Park, Parker AZ Colorado River.

It was low 90’s and a cool breeze off the river, along with SHADE.

DELIGHTFUL!

PHOTO OF THE CAMPING SITE #54:

ANOTHER VIEW OF THE SITE #54

VIEW OF THE COLORADO RIVER:

Another view. Lots of shade, fantastic mornings and evenings:

Even more to see:

View of the River From the Camper Side Window:

Hope to return in January. Reserved 2 spots, one for us and one for Bonnie and Jeff.

6/11/2020 3:27:58 PM

Just got back from a camping trip to Cottonwood, AZ

The weather was forecast to be nice, but at the last minute a High Pressure backtracked.

It was HOT. But I had a good supply of beer and survived.

However, a brush fire closed Interstate 17 completely while we were at Sunset Point Rest Stop.

We got back on the road with the fire behind us, making it to Cottonwood OK.

Everybody else was stranded for five hours.

We had the entire Northbound I-17 to ourselves.

PS, by the time I started up, EVERYTHING was on fire by the road.

All set up at camp:

Lots of green around us, even though it made it to 101 degrees, daytime.

We have a fenced area for the dogs:

Another view of the camp spot:

Before the COVID-19 crap;

We now have one of those Robot Vacs:

Meet “Baby Shark” named by Jane:

The Camper Batteries finally failed. Better now than in Laughlin Nevada in a few weeks:

Lots of rust here.

After the replacement, did it myself as usual.

Also installed some Roll-down Shades for porch privacy.

Works really nice for us:

Please note, we got rid of the shelves on left, but it is raining today, the shades are up:

Another view, shades are down:

Forgot we put up some Party Lights:

Our friends in Syracuse NY had this type, I like the bulb design:

That’s it for now.

Some stuff from February, 2020:

Had to post this. Believe it or not, there are a ton of millennials that not only believe in

Global Warming/Climate Change, but also believe the Earth is FLAT!

(LOL)

The months in 2020 are flying by. Almost time to take the camper to Laughlin NV.

Another LASD Roundup the first of April.

Found some old Posse photos when I worked with Maricopa Sheriff.

Posted for old times’ sake. Little old for that now.

Yes, I was qualified for Rifle:

Sad to say, we have not had the opportunity and funds to make a spring camping trip.

We hope to start more trips after April 2.

We will update pictures ASAP when there is something to see of interest.

Last December:

Roof leak in the scrapbook room. Thought it was coming from the nearby skylight.

However, it was leaking by the roof edge, due to a construction error of the shingle roof.

Lots of water up there……………..

Note, that necessary roof flashing was left out when constructing the home:

A real mess:

Jeff sealing the roof edges. Apparently this fixed the leak problem.

Our “pencil tree”

Dining Room Decoration:

Outside:

Night View:

More:

And the last view:

Took in the Dream City Church Christmas show:

Lots of courage to do that. No safety net:

Great show. Last pictures before warned to not take pictures:

Older stuff;

Added more trip photos:

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As of October 25, checked out a suspected plumbing leak in the RV shower.

Every time we used the shower, some water dripped on the driver side rear dual tires.

After removing the access panel I found a factory mistake.

The pipe had leaked from day one with the first owner.

So, I built a drain, using a new P-Trap fitting. All is good now:

A VIEW OF THE PROBLEM:

OLD P-Trap:

NEW REPLACEMENT P-TRAP:

PROJECT COMPLETED:

October 22, 2019

Had a nice 81st birthday, but did not post full photo. They forgot to take the picture before I inhaled all the food.

Even the glass of cold draft beer was gone.

Upgraded the toilet after coming home. The low profile plastic unit was like a

Porta-potty, very uncomfortable to use.

Replaced it with a china bowl, elongated, like we have at home:

OLD:

NEW:

This unit has a WOOD seat that you can actually sit on, rather than plastic.

A tiny plant in our back “yard” is showing off now;

10-24-2019

Added more trip photos:

SEE THE ROAD TRIP TO NEW YORK IN OUR CAMPER.

Left Peoria AZ September 28.

Returned October 11.

5,523 Miles, total.

On the road………………………….

On the road, now at Oklahoma City.

Found a local creature. Did not invite it aboard.

SIZE: About the same as my hand………………..

As we headed northeast the camping really improved.

Our destination, Liverpool New York (Upstate)

Nice back yard:

Grape vines, fountain. Very restful.

Actually, our first destination plan was the New York State Fair.

We have not been there for 25 years. Much is the same.

However, the Tractor Pulls are gone due to “Climate Change” fears.

Butter sculpture is really improved:

Model Trains are still here 25 years later:

Dogs hogging the bed: (Liverpool NY)

Now, on to Kansas City MO:

Nice house.

Grand Central Station, Kansas City MO:

Yep, MORE model trains at the KC MO Grand Central Station:

KC MO World War I Museum:

Jane and her Cous Danny:

Inside:

Interesting Exhibits:

What it was like:

Lots of WW1 destructive hardware on display:

Also Artillery Guns:

Violin made by WW1 POW:

Our Stop in Rio Rancho NM: (Albuquerque)

New Mexico, dogs playing:

Finally, a stop by Meteor Crater AZ, then Home:

(Meteor struck earth 55,000 years ago, and somehow was completely undamaged by

The Flood 5,000 or so years ago. Maybe their date system is not accurate?)

Last pose:

Camper made it all the way, no problems, no crashes, just a great time, thank the Lord!

He guided us through all the storms and dangers.

7-23-19: Won two free tickets to see a Diamond Backs Ball Game.

Diamond Backs played the Baltimore Oriels last place team –and they Beat Phoenix

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June projects:

Replaced the master bathroom sink:

OLD:

Ted, making the oversize new sink fit the opening:

Project completed:

Then we painted around the sink:

Ted was the man who cut down the sink and made it fit the opening:

After that we finally installed a Utility Sink.

Now we can wash the dogs, etc.

Modified plumbing shown. (Was for a washer prior)

Installed two shutoff valves by floor.

Retained Left vertical vent to enhance draining of water to P-trap, this makes a difference.

Utility Sink, now ready to use:

Only needed to install border around white splash guard.

CAMPING AT LOST DUTCHMAN STATE PARK:

May 17-20

Fantastic weather I will remember this spot.

Jane, Bonnie and Jeff:

Now, THIS is PROTECTION:

Just a note, the coach must have been stored indoors for years, look at the frame and factory label:

Did I mention that 7 tires are new? (6 + spare)

Replaced by previous owner just before he drove it to Phoenix from Colorado.

Oh yes, added an LED driving/off road light:

LAUGHLIN NEVADA SHERIFF’S ROUNDUP 2019

A small kitchen fire…………..

Our spot at Laughlin NV:

A few retired deputy sheriff’s get together (1,112)

HR 218 Federal CCW License Shoot:

The Riverside Hotel Prime Rib Room, do not miss this one:

Then, on to Parker Arizona – Buckskin Mt. State Park by the Colorado River:

(Where I was hit by a boat and pronounced dead)

????? OK, click on this link to read the story…………. http://jaystaats.com/book/data/23To%20Death%20and%20Back.htm

OLDER INFORMATION: A little change. Sold the trailer, got a motorhome.

We should have it by next week, note the pictures:

Not from setting for years in the AZ heat.

(Not cleaned up yet)

32.6 Feet long; 6 new Michelin tires:

Nice living area:

Finally a bed in the open.

The trailer was a crawl over the bed type:

Will update the pictures when we get to Laughlin Nevada.

NOTE THE AIR TABS, SUPPOSED TO CUT WIND DRAG AND TURBULANCE:

Tabs are on the roof too.

March 23, 2019

Getting ready for Laughlin Sheriff’s Roundup.

Note, my kids will be staying with dogs, so please.

Please do not disturb them.

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March 7, 2019:

Have to take sedation for back nerve ablation Friday.

Had to stop anti-blood clot meds per doctors.

Sort of rolling the dice here, but God is in control.

Procedure was a success, and will do the second side April 1.

So…………Took down the shade facing the morning sun.

After all, I now have good looking and efficient windows:

Starting Project:

Done!

As of March 20, have relocated the shade over the Car Port:

Painting is in progress…………………..

What is happening; 2-12-2019:

Working on the home again.

Replaced sink #1 of 2:

Time is flying by as it is February already. First of April is the Roundup in

Laughlin, Nevada. Planning a 4 days in Laughlin of camping and fun.

Then on to camp at Buckskin Mountain State Park in Arizona.

Get together with my son, Dan and his wife for a few days.

For now, we are working on the home, replacing the last few things:

Old sink in #2 Bathroom had replaced faucet last year:

Replacement Complete:

Next Sink Replacement is Pending, coming soon:

January 14, 2019

Just got back from camping at the Colorado River in Parker, AZ.

Weather was great and no rain at all, high 60s, high 40s at night.

Buckskin Mt. State Park.

(This is the area of the river where I was hit by a boat in 1971 and was declared as brain dead in Kaiser Hospital in Fontana CA. A few days later, I came to in a vegetated state, and my memory/personality was downloaded a few days later. I suffered no after effects and went back to work with LASD Industry Station Patrol, until I retired in 1981.)

This was God repairing a dead brain and restoring memory data.

Read my book about this.

Standing by the Colorado River during a low flow:

Our trailer at the site:

We opted for full hookups, so no trees. Sun was warm.

Note the pet fence:

Large fenced in Dog Run:

Jack takes a break:

Jill, checking everything out:

Nightfall at the Colorado River:

Found another boat, needs a little work.

Price is reasonable:

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