Days 34 & 35

Days 34 & 35

July 23 & 24

Coast to Coast to Coast USA Alger Tour of America

Hello Everyone,

Wednesday had us fleeing the Las Vegas heat on our way home to California. Our traveling companions, The Hortons, were on board as we traveled through the Nevada desert on US 95. On the way, we passed the old Nevada desert nuclear test sites. There was a 50s era nuclear bomb on display alongside the road. See for yourself.

Then we crossed the California state line. Back home again. 34 states in 34 days. Pretty good, huh? We changed our plans slightly and spent the night in a beautiful spot in Lee Vining near the western entrance to Yosemite. Cooked up a real nice steak dinner to celebrate our return home.

 We woke up early on Thursday for our trip through Yosemite. Entered Yosemite from the west and soon came upon a huge rock called Pothole Dome. We all clambered up to the top. The scenery was fantastic as is everything in Yosemite. Here's a shot of Russell on his way down.

A little while later we found a beautiful Alpine lake. It was real cold but we all had a nice swim. Uncle Horton swam in his undies. Just envision that. Regardless, The kids had a great time.

We then drove down into the Valley and had a picnic lunch. We also picked up a few souvenirs before taking another swim. This time in The Merced River. The scenery was awesome. Here are the kids and Oom Schoon (once again, in his undies) enjoying the water. That's Half Dome in the background. So nice.

We had planned on going up to Glacier Point but everyone was happily tired so we proceeded on to Oakhurst, CA for more exposure to the Dutch, who seem to be recolonizing America. They're everywhere. I've been speaking more Dutch un this trip than when I lived in Holland. The Nederlanders claim they're here because the dollar is so cheap and that makes sense. They won't do anything unless it's cheap. Those cheap bastards.

Back home tomorrow. The kids and I are looking forward to seeing Heather and sleeping in our own beds. I'll wrap things up blogwise soon with a few parting comments and photos. I hope you've enjoyed traveling with us.

on behalf of Grace, Russell, and Spike,

Uncle Captain Holland UK California John