Yesterday’s post was getting long and I knew that there wasn’t going to be much to report on a day when I was riding across the Texas plains so I saved a little of yesterday for today.
Remember the guy that invited me to eat with him in Van Horn (Fred)? Well, he told me that he was heading out to a job that was pretty much where I was heading and that he would like to meet me in Terlingua at the Starlight for dinner. Said that he’d be back in cellular coverage a little after 5:00 & to call him. He also promised to put me up in one of the bungalows at a ranch style resort that he helps manage; I assured him I would be there. I rode into Terlingua a couple hours early but I can always find something to do. I pulled up in front of the Starlight mostly just to see exactly where it was so I could come back in a couple hours. Right next to the Starlight is the Terlingua Trading Company. On the porch were 10 or 12 locals drinking beer, soda, or water and catching on anything they might have missed since the last time they were “on the porch” which as they say is the “hub-ub of activity.” I was invited to join them and did. The stories were flying and the dogs always wanted to play.
Sitting on the porch out front of the Terlingua Trading Company. Where the locals gather
I was told that they had cold beer inside and that sounded good to me. I got talked into buying a 6 pack (6 for the price of 5). You just write your name on a sheet of paper and cross off your beers as you get them out of the fridge (honor system style). The people came and went over the next couple hours but the guy playing his guitar and singing was always there (pretty good too). And what a great view from the porch – Big Bend National Park.
The view from the porch out front of the Terlingua Trading Company
I called Fred starting at 5:00 and until 6:15, no answer. I was out of beer and patience so I went over to the Starlight and had some dinner with one of the porch sitters. Everybody around there knew Fred but they hadn’t seen him. Hope he is okay. I hadn’t checked into any campgrounds around so I just got a hotel for the night.
The Starlight Theater Restuarant & Saloon. April 23, 2014
Not too much to tell for today. I’ve never been to Big Bend National Park; mostly because I’ve heard that it’s not worth the time it takes to get there and back. Today I found out for myself and I’d have to say that I’m generally in agreement with what I’ve heard. Don’t get me wrong, it’s okay and it’s a far cry from the Texas plains that pretty much surround it but as National Parks go – ehh not so much.
South end of Big Bend National Park. April 24, 2014
Oh yea, windy again – it can sure blow out on the plains pretty much a cross wind all day & when a semi goes by in the opposite direction the turbulence is amazing… Now I’m here at the San Angelo KOA. They don’t have any tent sites so I am in a trailer site. First time I’ve been here and won’t likely be back, not the friendliest place and pretty stark. But, good enough for a night and the wifi works pretty well.
San Angelo, TX KOA.
It’s what’s for dinner tonight.
Lastly: All my positive energy and prayers today have been for a buddy of mine from LAX. Harry “why do they call him hairy” Conn has been battling cancer for a while. Today he had a tumor removed from his brain; Dr.’s say he is doing well in recovery. Get well soon Francis.
Wolf Brand chili ain’t bad. We’re gonna cook you some BBQ ribs and fixins when you roll on into Willis tomorrow.
We’re enjoying your post. Life sure seems boring here. We’re in Palm Spring enjoying some golf. Keep safe.
Thinkin’ of ya! Safe Travels from Casa de Trecha!