Giving Thanks Rally: Canyon RV Park in Anaheim

The group arrived at the beautiful Canyon RV park on Monday. We kicked off the event with the first Happy Hour.   

The second annual Giving Thanks Pot Luck was held on Tuesday and what a feast it was. We spread out under the warm sun and blue sky in groups on the grass to catch up with each other. What a coincidence it was to discover that Bobby and Sherry Blankenship went to the same high school in Michigan as Lynn and Wayne Selden did. Bobby and Lynn even graduated the same year. We marveled at what a small world it is.

It started raining during the night and we woke up to dreary skies. That didn't stop the early risers from getting cozy around the campfire to enjoy breakfast provided by Diane Nelson. Our organizer host, Sandy Rice rallied the troops to explore a near by museum

Submitted by Sandy Rice: The Corona Historical Museum was a lovely little place, full of fascinating ancient artifacts, otherwise known as toys and other things from our childhood. It had interesting medical tools and supplies, office equipment that conjured up memories of pre-computer jobs in the previous century, a vintage mailman uniform once worn by a Marcy Parker, cooking equipment that, a first glance, looked similar to torture devices, and a mock grocery store with items that could have been taken out of my current kitchen cabinets. Oh, and also a barn that was smaller than most second bedrooms'. I can’t count the times that a nearby Shanty Shaker commented, “We had one of those!“ or “What is that?” or “How does that work?” There was also an occasional “That’s kind of creepy.” Nevertheless, we all had a great time as you can see by our smiling faces. After visiting this little hidden gem, several of us also enjoyed a tasty lunch at Goodfella’s Restaurant. It was fun eating while gazing at ominous pictures of Tony Soprano, Al Capone, and Tony Montana showing us His Little Friend. Made for a good appetite. What else are you going to do on a rainy day?

Thursday was sort of a "hang out" day. Members were seen riding their bikes, walking their dogs or enjoying chatting with others while sitting outside enjoying the fresh air. During our leftovers lunch we watched a group play bocci ball. The grand Prize winner was other Larry (LaBrack)

For dinner we ventured to a near by El Toritos Mexican restaurant.

Thank you to Sandy Rice for keeping track of reservations and organizing activities; to Lynn Selden for organizing the traditional feast and to Diane Nelson for taking care of breakfast. Now that you have seen how its done, step up to take over next years Giving Thanks Rally !!