K&L's PT Tour - Chapter 3; Visiting Sirrahbed (*8 pix*)
To review the previous chapters:
K&L's PT Tour - Chapter 1; Visiting CatCrazyLady (*12 pix*)
K&L's PT Tour - Chapter 2; Visiting Jen and Catnapper (*12 pix*)
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K&L's PT Tour - Chapter 3; Visiting Sirrahbed
We were re-energized after our visit and feeding with Jen, Charlie and Kim. Lucky that, since we had to drive a few more hours before stopping for the night, and it was already after 8:00pm. As it had all day earlier, the rains still fell plentifully. Never-the-less, into our 'ark' we climbed. We re-loaded the girls DVD players and set out westward for somewhere in central Pennsylvania. (Everyone out west always complains about how long it takes to drive across Texas on Interstate 10. Well, Pennsylvania may not be THAT long, but damn...)
After spending the night in Carlisle - quite a pleasant small town in mid-Pennsylvania - we arose early, breakfasted, squeezed the ever-growing luggage in the vehicle, and assumed our normal spots in the SUV. This was to be our last day on the road, but before arriving in Lexington, we looked forward to two more PTer visits, though we had about 8 hours driving before reaching the first.
As we started down the Penn. Turnpike, the weather was somewhat more pleasant than the previous day. It was overcast but not raining. Within three hours, however, we would have welcomed rain. Instead, we found ourselves in a pretty impressive snow storm!
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Remember; we're from Phoenix - in the Arizona desert. The girls had seen snow before but never actually been in a snow storm. It was a pleasant surprise for them.
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Traffic moved well through the storm. At least until we came upon a truck that had jack-knifed across most of the turnpike lanes. We lost some time there, but still enjoyed the natural beauty of the early spring snows.
250 miles later, by the time we drove through Columbus, Ohio, there were no clouds in the sky and the temperature was in the upper 50's (f). What a contrast in weather!
Later than anticipated, about 5:00pm, we pulled up in front of Sirrahbed's suburban home near Dayton. Deb and Dennis met us at the door and we immediately felt welcome; as if old friends.
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They had graciously set out snack treats for us - the girls didn't have to be offered twice before they dove right in.
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Their home was so comfortable. Deb and Dennis showed us all around pointing out (so many of) the beautiful decorations Deb had created and furniture that Dennis built. I think there was a 'cat hammock' in just about every window. And their screened patio was a dream for the cats - especially as winter warms into spring.
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The girls, after their obligatory snacks, set out in search of new cats with which to play. Our hosts and their felines were most trusting. In short order, most of the girls had coaxed a cat, or two, out to play. Haley even tempted the normally shy Elliot (I think was his name) with kitty treats. Here are Dennis and Aubrey in action.
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This guy (whose name eludes me - too many cats this trip to remember) is gorgeous and very friendly.
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We so enjoyed our too-brief visit with Deb and Dennis. What pleasant people they are. I don't think they'll mind my recommending any other PTer's should give them a visit if anywhere near Dayton. You'll be glad you did.
Alas, we were already hours late for our last stop with Cataholic. We bid Deb and Dennis our thanks and goodbyes, and stuffed ourselves back in our now-beloved (not) SUV.
We had an hours drive south to Cincinnati, but that's for another chapter...
