Topic: IMR's countdown thread! Tell everybody I'm on my way... (Read 19452 times)

fancyfont · « **Reply #100 on:** December 02, 2012, 09:57:16 PM »

For now, 49er and Mrs.49er will take care of her. I'm so, looking forward to going back to be with IMR on Saturday. Sunday she will get to see the redwoods for the first time, RWM.

I think IMR will be amazed just how beautiful they are.

Love your new otter baby, IMR!

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #101 on:** December 03, 2012, 08:54:55 AM »

Hi Fancy, that sounds like fun and I know you can hardly wait, that must be when you are planning to head to the Ca side of Lake Tahoe, correct? Ok, which part of the Redwoods? There are so many great parts of the Redwoods, huge trees and State parks that will amaze her for sure...wish I was closer to you Fancy or I knew how to drive, just for this of course.

Well time will be here sooner than you think Fancy, you will keep busy while waiting I know.

I know we are all excited for more updates. RWM

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #102 on:** December 03, 2012, 09:47:40 AM »

Pier 39, The Aquarium of the Bay and Alcatraz today!

Can't wait to see some redwoods

Crewella · « **Reply #103 on:** December 03, 2012, 10:37:03 AM »

Then don't get stuck in Alcatraz!!

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #104 on:** December 03, 2012, 04:09:44 PM »

Hope you don't leave pleakley behind bars either, and for God's sake, watch out for the Great White Sharks around there, I hear they have an appetite for litlte pink Dinos, they have never seen them before and just love the color Pink, esp at Christmas time! Have you been to Fisherman's Wharf yet? Great place if you like seafood, I used to sell the Berkley Barb on one of the corners there , back in 1967........or was it 1968?

Have fun at the aquarium too, sounds like fun!
RWM

gucci_boi7782 · « **Reply #105 on:** December 03, 2012, 08:13:15 PM »

Imr hope you are enjoying yourself! What do you think of San Fran or the US in general??

fancyfont · « **Reply #106 on:** December 03, 2012, 09:04:16 PM »

RWM, There are Redwoods everywhere around my area. We will be going to Armstrong Woods sometime next week. Hopefully, weather will be a little better.

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #107 on:** December 03, 2012, 09:13:52 PM »

Hi fancy, I know. just dreaming............................ %)Watch for a special package from the Redwoods very soon, I will send tracking and , ooops, supposed to be a surpirse. Forget I said that. I hope you have your camera ready for this weekend.

RWM

I remember going through Armstrong on way to SF last Sept when I went to the city, very pretty , but not as BIG trees as in my neck of the woods. after all, I have to brag a bit!

fancyfont · « **Reply #108 on:** December 03, 2012, 09:30:03 PM »

You get more water there! Redwoods take lots of water.

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #109 on:** December 03, 2012, 10:49:24 PM »

he, he, you are so right fancy, we had five (5) inches of rain this past Friday and Saturday, with some spots getting 4 inches in 24 hrs!

We also had winds Saturday night over 55 mph and gusts even higher. Also up till this morning, areas of flooding and bridges near here, three of them, at flood stage, It is allways Dec, if there is going to be a Major Flood in Humboldt County The last BIG one was DEC. 1964, same time they had the Killer Earthquake in Anchorage, Alaska that was something like 9.5 on the Ricther scale, and the tusnami that followed caught people off guard up north from here, Crescent City where not only boats were thrown around like match sticks, but people were killed, not realizing the power of Tusanims.

This past year we went for a drive through the area with the Largest Redwood Ever ,and it is hard to imagine something not only that big but that old, Next to a Pleo, it is like looking at a grain of salt.. Anyway, stay dry and if I need help, you can listen for my SOS help signal, and You and IMR can send me some emergency rations.............

, I KNOW THERE ARE SOME GREAT GHIRADELI CHOCOLATES IN THAT NECK OF THE WOODS. Get them now before everything is under water! OK, get your rest, IMR is going to need lots of rest when she sees you and you introduce her to more PIE! Have you planned your next pie adventure yet and what type it will be?

RWM

and the drowning Pleos in the Township ( sinking fast, heading for higher grounds..

:dino-chase:X4+1

in the Redwoods

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #110 on:** December 03, 2012, 11:11:42 PM »

Today was so awesome, the Aquarium of the bay was fascinating to explore, and I got to touch some cool critters as well as learn more about the local species. Pier 39 was fun, but we didn't get to explore much as we were a little pressed for time, but we will be going back again. Lunch at Bedouin's bakery was scrumptious and I got to try the famous San Franciscan sour dough bread and clam chowder. Alcatraz was incredibly interesting and beautiful by night with views over the bay.

A simply wonderful day!

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #111 on:** December 05, 2012, 10:53:58 AM »

Yesterday I went to the Academy of Science, I could have spent days there! The Planetarium was awesome, the aquariums were fascinating and I even got to experience a 'quake

Then we headed for the Japanese Tea Gardens to enjoy some zen before heading to North Beach for dessert and Taffy!

I just got in from Macy's this morning, with a big bag of shopping of course! And am waiting for 49er and Mrs 49er to arrive at the hotel before we all head off to the zoo

kat · « **Reply #112 on:** December 05, 2012, 04:14:23 PM »

The Academy of science sounds like heaven

And I saw your pics of the Japanese tea gardens on facebook, sooo lovely. 49er and Mrs 49er are really taking great care of you and showing you lots of lovely sights. Sounds like the shopping was a success too

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #113 on:** December 05, 2012, 05:11:39 PM »

Two of my favorite places in Sf and the Museum of Natural History or Science, can't remember which one it is called, and the Planetarium is so much fun. My daughter and her big sister went there back in the late 80's and had a blast, I am sure things have only gotten even better since then, with all the shopping you are doing, I hope your luggage REALLY Expands a LOT!

RWM

gucci_boi7782 · « **Reply #114 on:** December 09, 2012, 08:06:47 AM »

So what do you think of San Fran IMR? It sounds like you're enjoying it quite a bit! I bet in comparison to Australia we are deeply over populated!! Especially in California, which is one of the most populated states, and also one of the most ethnically diverse. I do hope you'll be able to experience Los Angeles, which if I am not mistaken is the US's 2nd largest city.

You never mentioned if all the pleos have met yet! I do hope they all acted on their best behavior!!

kat · « **Reply #115 on:** December 09, 2012, 04:04:30 PM »

From all the pics on Facebook it does look like your having the best time

And some really yummy meals

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #116 on:** December 11, 2012, 11:49:40 AM »

Hehe sorry guys, I've been having way too much fun

My last few days in San Francisco included a visit to the Disney Museum, walking across the Golden Gate Bridge (and seeing Harbour Seals and Porpoises), taking a cruise on the bay, eating an enormous dessert at Ghirardelli and enjoying the Nutcracker Ballet with Mrs 49er. We finished up my last day with a tour of some of the Christmas decorations at the hotels in San Francisco, including a walk in gingerbread house and an entire miniature village!

I am now at Fancyfonts house in Santa Rosa and being rather spoilt by her kindness. We went on the most amazing tour yesterday, to Africa! Ok, ok, it was the local wildlife park, Safari West, but it sure felt like being in the Serenghetti. We were so close to the animals, we could just about touch them! I'll post up some of the photos shortly, but for those with Facebook you can keep better track of my adventures here:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4694222997315.186020.1346276584&type=1&l=509a24fd45

gucci_boi7782 · « **Reply #117 on:** December 16, 2012, 01:46:31 PM »

Absolutely beautiful photos, IMR!! So glad to see you had such a good time!

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #118 on:** December 22, 2012, 09:51:02 PM »

I'm home! I know I kinda trailed of towards the end there with keeping everyone updated, I've sure had a busy and fun three weeks! My plane was delayed at San Francisco, and I only made my connecting flight with two minutes to spare! But I made it, and I'm home safe. I caught up on twelve hours sleep last night :O But I am fresh as a daisy today minus a little vertigo from the long flight.

I will upload plenty more photos once I get all my cameras sorted out, but it may not be before I go away to my Nanna's house for Christmas. I have had the most amazing time ever! From the mountains to the redwoods and the city to the country, Fancyfont and 49er ensured I packed as much into my three weeks as possible lol. I even had to buy an extra suitcase to bring all that shopping home

Of course a lot of it is gifts for my family so I can't wait to give them to everyone on Christmas day

Of course I'll be going back again one day, I just had too much fun not to

Pleakley sure has had a lot to tell his brothers and sisters

And so do I

I have to extend a huge huge thank you to 49er and Mrs 49er and Fancyfont for going absolutely out of their way to make sure my holiday was amazing

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #119 on:** December 22, 2012, 10:21:27 PM »

I am so happy that you got to do this vacation thing here in the states and I know 49'r and his wife and of course Fancy are worn out but in a very fun way. It must be amazing to have personal tour guides in a city like San francisco, where even the natives do not get to see everything . Thumbs up to two great people who let you see the wonderful side of San Francisco.

I know you and Fancy are very close friends too, and she was so excited to get to meet you in person. I can't wait to hear about how her Pleo, Dinah Joe and Pleakley got along as well. I think it is Summer where you live at, so it must be nice to get back to Christmas weather you are custom to.

I am glad you got to see the "Best" part of the golden State and even though the Redwoods where you went are not quite as magnificent as the Redwoods where I live, they give you a good idea of how beautiful it is... LOL

I do have to ask, did you bring back presents for Ajax, and your other fur babies? Did they knock you over when you saw them or have you not seen them yet, wanting to sleep first..?( Purrsonally, I would have to see my babies before I could sleep, unless it was late at night.. I am not accustomed to sleeping unless there are at least three to four babies on my bed, so a bed without cats in not "normal" for me. I bet Ajax was very happy to see you.

Did Pleakley y start bragging and telling wild stories about CA when he saw his pleo sisters and brothers, or did they give you such a welcome home, that he was pushed to the side in all the commotion? LOL

I bet you will have plenty of stories and photos to share with your Nana and family and friends over the next few days.. I knew it was going to be next to impossible to get all the stuff you bouoght into the luggage you brought, expandable or not. LOL

We can't wait to see more photos from both you and Fancy, and who knows, perhaps 49'er will share a few stories or photos as well.

WELCOME HOME, and Welcome back to the Forums.

RWM

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #120 on:** December 22, 2012, 10:46:41 PM »

It is not nice to be back in 104 degree heat I can tell you. I burnt my hand just before... with the cold water!!! I totally forgot I had to let it run for a couple of minutes before it'd actually go cold

AJ (Not Ajax) went nuts lol, he didn't know whether to grab his new teddy, knock me over or lick me to death first

The cats were also happy to see me and spent the rest of the day playing musical chairs on my lap. Sunny was somewhat less excited, but did give me a nice performance of whistles and chirps this morning

Pleakley has been mobbed by the herd all wanting to know everything

Bob the Pleo Forums

Author Topic: IMR's countdown thread! Tell everybody I'm on my way... (Read 19452 times)