ON THE ROAD AGAIN

A friend of ours heard about our "journey of faith, fisher, forests, family, friends and fun" and suggested we set up a Blog. A what? So here we are....on the road again with Bocahontas and Buba. Blessed with the freedom of time, we were inspired by two of our favorite causes. So we organized a road trip to Alaska which should not only be fun but also an opportunity to spread the good word about The Fisher Houses , The Orthodox Christian Mission Center/Programs and some of our National Parks. We are participating in a 2 week Mission in Tyonek, Alaska with the OCMC group in June. Feel free to check out the planned trip on the calendar link. Caribou Cabins? Blue Moose? Tundra Lodge? and our soon to be "favorite" Motel 6. Any and all suggestions, prayers and good karma are welcome and very much appreciated....poor Buba, in a car with Pam for 5 months. Lions, and tigers and bears oh my! Toggle down to the calendar and see where we are over the next months. We ask for your prayers.

Grab yourself a cold one and come along for the ride. Enjoy and laugh along with us viewing the daily blogs which are archived on the left side of this page in chronological order. We started April 22- Happy Trails!

THE LONG & WINDING ROAD

THE LONG & WINDING ROAD

The Fisher House

The Fisher House program is a unique private-public partnership that supports America's military in their time of need. The Fisher House Foundation, through the kindness of donations received, provides "comfort homes" that are built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers. These homes enable America's military families to be together during extended treatment for serious illness or lengthy physical sessions....very much like the Ronald McDonald homes for families of children in a similar situation. We were first introduced to Fisher House while visiting Brooke Army Medical Center (Burn Center) in San Antonio. We were so moved by the dedication and love of the staff and volunteers that we returned for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Currently there are 44 Fisher Houses (more in the works) and our goal is to visit all of them and spread the good word to family and friends. Please feel free to peruse their website for a detailed explanation about the Fisher House Foundation and programs. Perhaps you will be inspired by the work this group does on behalf of our Armed Forces.

Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC)

The Orthodox Christian Mission Center is the official foreign mission agency of all the Orthodox Jurisdictions (i.e. Greek, Russian, Serb etc.) The goal of the OCMC is to bring the gospel of Jesus Christ where it presently does not exist and to establish vibrant Orthodox Eucharistic Communities throughout the world. We have had the privilege and pleasure to admire the work of this organization (headquarters located in St. Augustine, Florida) for years and now that we are retired we have the blessing to participate. We are on the road to Alaska to join a Mission Team in Tyonek for a couple weeks to do some construction and teaching in an Athabascan Indian Village. "If I had a hammer"...you'll be happy to know I deep sixed the acrylic nails in anticipation of caulking and painting. :) Please take a peek at the OCMC web site for details on all of the programs they are involved with throughout the world. And do stop in to see Father Martin and his kind and loving staff when you are in St. Augustine! We will also be visiting family, friends and Orthodox Churches while on the road to share the marvelous work of the OCMC.

National Parks

Most people know that the National Park Service cares for national parks, a network of nearly 400 natural, cultural and recreational sites across the nation. The treasures in this system – the first of its kind in the world –have been set aside by the American people to preserve, protect, and share, the legacies of this land.


People from all around the world visit national parks to experience America's story, marvel at the natural wonders, and have fun. Places like the Grand Canyon, the Statue of Liberty, and Gettysburg are popular destinations, but so too are the hundreds of lesser known yet equally meaningful gems like Rosie the Riveter in California, Boston Harbor Islands in Massachusetts, and Russell Cave in Alabama.


The American system of national parks was the first of its kind in the world, and provides a living model for other nations wishing to establish and manage their own protected areas. The park service actively consults with these Nations, sharing what we've learned, and gaining knowledge from the experience of others.


Beyond national parks, the National Park Service helps communities across America preserve and enhance important local heritage and close-to-home recreational opportunities. Grants and assistance are offered to register, record and save historic places; create community parks and local recreation facilities; conserve rivers and streams, and develop trails and greenways.


We hope to see you soon in a national park and invite you to explore the ways we can help you preserve what’s important in your hometown.

Monday, August 10, 2009

DAY 111 MORE OF GREENBAY-WELCOME TO TITLETOWN

LAMBEAU FIELD...IT'S A DESTINATION-

It's amazing that a town of 100,000 people (less back in the day) not only supports a pro team but reveres them. The Green Bay Packers have always had a special bond with their fans and the community. This bond dates back to 1919, when Curly Lambeau and George Calhoun brought together athletes and organized a sandlot football team. We are talking a waiting list of years and thousands of fans to get season seats. The Lambeau Stadium, Field, Atrium, Restaurants, Pro Shop and of course the HALL OF FAME are beyond. These folks take it to the next level, including my cousin Mike, wife Sue and darling son Peter. They were very proud to share the Packer Experience with Pleep.


Pleep has now become a diehard Packer fan. This will make Mitzie very happy. He insisted on buying up gear for the two of them to wear while watching the games. He wanted the full kit - headgear, coolie cup (to keep the PBRs and Schlitz cold) and the big finger. Pleep's talking about teaching Mitzie how to do the monkey butt maneuver for bad calls and the opposing teams.

Pleep decided to put together a little show for everyone. He found this music about the Packers. Buba was impressed because it is to the soundtrack of The Green Berets. Check it out:






Pleep loved everything about the visit to Lambeau Field: the history, the displays, the shopping opportunities. He was so excited to go he rousted us up at the crack of dawn so we would be the first ones in the place.
His favorite part of the day came when it was time to indulge in his #1 activity - consumption. Pleep thinks eating like a Packer is the way to go all the time. He also thinks you should drink like a Packer so he ran off and ordered up the bucket special. We caught up with him in the restaurant and had to join him. We didn't have the heart to tell him root beer is not the same kind of beer.

He is planning a large tailgate in Boca for the first regular season game. Realizing how hot that could be in Boca, he lobbied strongly for a tent that he could use. He claims it will also be a good place to display all his Packer purchases. He made certain to buy up all the coolie holders he could find. I guess he wanted to make sure everyone's beer would stay cold in the hot Boca sun. Do they even sell PBRs or Schlitz in FL? We're getting very tired of hearing him sing - When you're out of Schlitz, you're out of beer - every time he finishes a beer.

The farm boys also taught Pleep about the shot & a beer approach. The whiskey reminds him of what he now fondly refers to as his "his cowboy days". He's becoming a fan of all things Wisconsin: boilermakers, sausages, and anything to do with cheese.

We did visit my Grandmother's (the original Buba) farm which used to be rural and now is suburban Green Bay. Pleep and Buba love the farm life so much they have been sniffing around to buy one. Can you just see Bocahantos on the farm? Zsa Zsa Gabor had nothing on Boca. No Green Acres for Boca. Who would do my highlights? Micro-dermabrasion? Pink and Whites? Spa pedi? Waxing? And, I would get my Gucci bags at the Farmers Market? Well, at least I could find my size up here. Buba and Pleep said don't forget to write! Drop us a comment in the comment section of the blog. We'd love to know what you think about our musings.
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