August 9 - Hike, Arlo school, Toes Pained. , Last-minute Checking Lists.

​This is our last day to take a hike up Trevor and Diana‘s driveway to the Snow ditch Trail. It’s also the last day to take Arlo to school before we leave for Germany.

I didn’t get a picture because Arlo loves going to Miss Tyana’s so much that he was off and running as soon as Pappy got him out of the truck. 

Shannon and I got our toes painted.

Then it was time for the Alsup’s to pick up Arlo from school and drive to Sacramento to stay at Drew and Erin’s for an early morning flight to Munich Germany. Drew also flies out early to meet us there. 

It will be fun to have the whole Hull, Luckovich, Cingel family together in Germany. Kristen, John, Winter and Kaleb, and Kya and Mason have been in Germany for the past several days.

As Shuff and I sat out on our last night at the Alsups before we fly later tomorrow, we had a beautiful sky. 

The cross in the sky is a good omen for sure. 

September 8 - Packing

​Our trip to Germany is two days away so we were busy making lists and packing. 

Lenny did get a couple walks in though.

Dropped Shannon off at Yoga and I did some last minute shopping.  

Nothing too exciting today. 

September 7 - Hike, Tractor Ride and a look inside an Airplane

​We walked up Trevor and Diana’s driveway again but this time when we were walking up, Trevor and Otis were using the tractor. They gave Arlo a ride. That was a treat. 

Even more fun was when Trevor let Arlo work the controls for the bucket  

We did finish our walk on the ditch trail. 

After that, more excitement because Arlo got to visit Abby who pilots a fire plane and he got to sit inside … wow!

September 6 - Hike, Packing, and Winery

​Today we walked the Tribute Trail for about 4 miles. This is the trail that we cross Deer Creek on the suspension bridge  

Quiet hike for about half of it but then people woke up and it got busier. It’s always fun though to talk to people along the trail. 

It’s getting closer to our flight to Germany so Shan came to the RV to help me choose clothes. She does know how to pack!  

After that we drove to Naggier Winery for a tasting. Beautiful setting. 

Arlo played with his magna tiles while we sipped wine. 

Relaxing afternoon. 

September 5 - Farmers Market in Nevada City and Arlo’s ballet class

While we were listening to some local music, I caught Trevor and Otis dancing. 

Then it was time for Arlo’s dance class.  

September 3 and 4 - Time with Arlo and Nevada City Winery, Hairct and Bike Ride

September 3 - Today’s Lenny hike at the Empire Mine Trail was a little longer - 4 miles. He kept up with us the whole way and seemed to enjoy it. 

I enjoy this hike among the tall trees

We came across some foundations left from the mining days.

A legitimate rain came to Nevada City. They got 1 and a quarter inches.  Really helped to wet the dust. Everyone is hoping this also helps with fire season  

​Thursdays are one of the days Shan works. So we picked up Arlo from school and met Shan at Nevada City winery. Nice setting with our own little alcove and local music. Pappy had a good time playing with his magnatiles until Shan came. 

September 4

I got my haircut at the Dragonfly Salon in Nevada City. 

While I was getting my haircut, Shuff, Shan and Arlo went on a bike ride. 

September 2 - Lenny hike and Bubble Waffles

​Arlo came to the RV to invite us for his bubble waffles. He does a good job stirring. 

Then it was time for a hike to keep Lenny moving.