My dog Spirit and I, homeless on the road...

beemerchef · 05-31-2007, 09:56 AM

Locke, an old Chinese Delta town, and some new friends… CA

One of course never realize the importance of anything till, in this case, they are about to loose it!… my old faithful lap top! So we have gone through the motions of moving every thing over… a new one, not an easy task… even for me watching my good friend Brian doing his “magic”.
Windows Vista?… Like taming a new wild animal… to say the least!
And a ride in a very interesting little and old Chinese town… I met some people that keep going back as if magnetized by its “space”.
Many pictures of the town, bumping into a rider with who I had corresponded… (what would be the chances!!!)
This new laptop is like a stiff pair of new shoes!… it is all on the Blog however…

Till then…

Be well…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

iwantmypup · 05-31-2007, 11:31 AM

Coool pics! Sorry to hear about your Ms.Hp Computer.Its hard . And it will take time to get used to vista , no worries.

Goodluck!
-Ali

beemerchef · 06-01-2007, 09:55 PM

At the track… and Point Reyes, CA

Good times as always, that is if you discard the windy conditions that are always prevailing here. Some nice cars and rigs at the track… If you are going to have some toys… these people are on top of it!!!
Point Reyes, a nice little town with some great broken down back roads to the Lighthouse…
All in a day’s work… all in the Blog.

Be well till next time…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

iwantmypup · 06-02-2007, 05:35 PM

Oh wow thats really beautifull!!! I will have to read some blog posts when I get more time

-Ali
Wow that pic is amazing!

Jen D · 06-02-2007, 07:38 PM

Great pics but would be better if the dog was in there he just makes such a great model!

beemerchef · 06-03-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by xoxluvablexox

That's so gorgeous! It looks like there's a reflection of two extra suns in the picture.

It was the reflection from a double window pane that made it look like it did... no space travel yet...

The Point Reyes Lighthouse, CA

300 steps down and 300 steps up… that is to the lighthouse…
It is a fine ride and a fine view worth coming back to and spending much more time, specially hiking to the beach for the day.
That is the rest of the story from the other day, this State is so full of wonders, including Tioga Pass which we rode yesterday…
Wonder if some members of the V Strom Forum that attended their Reno Gathering and themselves rode Tioga Pass on Saturday afternoon are here… I have something not too nice to say about them…
Enjoy the view on the Blog…

Be well…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

xoxluvablexox · 06-04-2007, 12:15 PM

I've never seen that sky look like that before! That's so beautifull!!

beemerchef · 06-05-2007, 07:47 PM

Tioga Pass… CA

A much anticipated ride since our last visit to Yosemite, the big loop through Tioga Pass, to 395 north and back through Lake Tahoe and Sacramento. Another ride not to miss, be ready for some photography as every curve is a new scenery. Many other riders going their own way, a popular destination. It was a long day since we came back that evening,
a bit tired… but rewarded mentally from the ride.
The story and pictures on the Blog.

Be well…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

beemerchef · 06-08-2007, 10:10 AM

We sure spend a lot of time on such a short stretch of road… a few hours to cover the 18 mile round trip. There is just something about those 9 miles… different crops, the trees lining the road, the water pumps in old trucks running 24/7, the best for my sight?… the sprinklers themselves… you can hear them too as the traffic is minimal…
We did participate… “we”… at the “Good Morning Sacramento” TV show… channel 31, CBS… fast and faster one needs to be!!! But we had a great time… they ate… we did not!
I have the video link on the Blog…
Be well…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

iwantmypup · 06-08-2007, 11:08 AM

wow! both pics sooo beautiful!cool!!!

-Ali

happy summer!

beemerchef · 06-11-2007, 11:15 AM

Thanks... you must know the Lost Coast!

To the California Lost Coast…
Hard to post anything when in transit, specially when having to backtrack, actually push forward to load up on fuel and food and return… The Lost Coast of California is a surprise… How can such a vast area of this State be so desolate… rugged at the same time… I would call it “raw”.
The next leg is to Seattle… but a few days here first! Looking forward to meeting Andy and his family… including the many dogs… I think Spirit will be in Heaven!
The route and some pictures are on the Blog by now…

Enjoy and be well…

Ara & Spirit

beemerchef · 06-13-2007, 09:20 AM

More of the California Lost Coast…

We like it here… a lot! Scenery, just a few campers, the beach everyday… awesome roads and, yes again, a Sunset every night!
Hope you are not tired of them yet… however… I will give you a break on them and take one myself too!
I also decided to offer my services!… Beemerchef is for hire! That is as a Personal Chef… dinners… parties… even classes, yes, to you... If and when in your area… or we can plan to be in your area. I am excited about this… I have been missing that part of my life.
The Giant trees… the Beach… Spirit posing… all in the Blog with a new look… You like it?… My idea… You don’t like it?… Brian’s idea, Mr Computer…

You be well…

Ara & Spirit

beemerchef · 06-15-2007, 08:54 AM

The last Sunset, a true Gift… CA

We had to jump the gun as they say… and leave this am for Seattle. Exciting times ahead which will make this Journey a better one… a safer one.
The last sunsets from last night… more big trees… you are all lucky that we actually left as I might not have spared you!
From somewhere in Oregon right now… posted on the Blog.

Be well…

and remember… Beemerchef is for hire when in your area
www.personalchefara.com

Ara and Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

Jen D · 06-15-2007, 09:55 AM

Such tallent and I am so glade to see the dog back!

beemerchef · 06-17-2007, 09:20 AM

Hummmm Jen?... Spirit was always with me... did you mean something else?

Rig maintenance in Seattle… WA

They say it rains a lot here, in Seattle, and it must. It has been overcast, but we have been too busy taking the rig apart to notice much of it.
The great news is that “Old Faithful‘s” transmission is fine… it is a big load off my mind.

The dogs are having a blast playing, sometimes hard but always friendly.
It is nice to see Spirit having a friend… I often thought about getting him a companion… but… where would he fit in the sidecar! I had a chance of it the other day when I was offered a Pit puppy!… white with black lips and an L marking on her neck.. Named “Lips”!

No riding for a while… trying to stay busy to distract me from the thought of missing my daily ritual!… won’t be long.

Will post the progress on the Blog with everything else that is and will be going on.

Be well…

Don’t forget Beemerchef is for hire when in your area…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

Inga · 06-17-2007, 11:28 AM

You are so incredibly lucky. What a wonderful way to spend life. You have a lovely travel companion as well. I love the goggles on the dog to keep her eyes safe. Have you had any trouble taking your Pitbull with you? So many fearful people out there. Can we come along next time? Just Kidding.

SunSiberians · 06-17-2007, 11:34 AM

Awesome a doggy friend!
Seatle is beautiful! What an AMAZING and inspiring trip.

beemerchef · 06-22-2007, 12:29 AM

Heading back to Seattle…

Mind games that Spirit is here… I hear and feel him, at the same time I get this “drop the stomach” notion at times… I will have to endure this two more days till our eyes meet again. Patience… I think more than that will be needed.
1100 miles or so to go which will see me back in Seattle Saturday, not Friday as I had planned on. Driving is not my favorite past time!
Had to be done… much more ahead.
Enjoy the pictures in the Blog… as I finally stopped to actively find an Internet connection and take some time to write.

Be well…

Beemerchef for hire if and when in your area!

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

taurus · 06-22-2007, 01:36 AM

hey i live in seattle, i'd like to come see the dog if time lets us
i know your probably busy, but if you plan on going to a park out here somewere let me know

Jen D · 06-22-2007, 05:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beemerchef

Hummmm Jen?... Spirit was always with me... did you mean something else?

Rig maintenance in Seattle… WA

They say it rains a lot here, in Seattle, and it must. It has been overcast, but we have been too busy taking the rig apart to notice much of it.
The great news is that “Old Faithful‘s” transmission is fine… it is a big load off my mind.

The dogs are having a blast playing, sometimes hard but always friendly.
It is nice to see Spirit having a friend… I often thought about getting him a companion… but… where would he fit in the sidecar! I had a chance of it the other day when I was offered a Pit puppy!… white with black lips and an L marking on her neck.. Named “Lips”!

No riding for a while… trying to stay busy to distract me from the thought of missing my daily ritual!… won’t be long.

Will post the progress on the Blog with everything else that is and will be going on.

Be well…

Don’t forget Beemerchef is for hire when in your area…

Ara & Spirit

www.theoasisofmysoul.com our Blog...

I just love seeing the dog in the pics!