SAME DAY~DIFFERENT SCENARIO

This morning last year, we were enjoying our trip to Yellowstone National Park; neither one of us had every been there before, and it was one of the Bucket List notations.

'SHINE ON~Cameron-MT'~2023 Post: 

https://roadgypsiesvalandholland.blogspot.com/2023/07/shine-oncameron-mt.html

This morning this year, I saw an article on my Tablet that drew my attention:

We still maintain that the West end of the Park is a disappointment (except for the hydrothermal Fountain Paint Pot viewing):

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK; West Entrance/Old Faithful Side~2023 Post: 

https://roadgypsiesvalandholland.blogspot.com/2023/07/yellowstone-national-parkwest.html

However, we did view Yellowstone National Park from all entrances … and found those excursions redeemable - Holland went above and beyond to cater to my American Indian Blackfoot DNA; and of course he also, has American Indian Blood ties to this land through his Cherokee DNA:

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK; North Entrance/Mammoth Hot Springs side~2023 Post:

https://roadgypsiesvalandholland.blogspot.com/2023/07/yellowstone-national-parknorth.html

On our way towards Wyoming, we passed again through Yellowstone's west side … this area is where the recent hydrothermal explosion took place; and we were also hauling our 45-foot RV (basically a studio apartment on wheels) behind our red 'Beast':

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK; Wyoming~2023 Post: 

https://roadgypsiesvalandholland.blogspot.com/2023/08/grand-teton-national-parkwyoming.html

This year's Yellowstone West Side news …

This Day, last year, was a Bucket List adventure through Yellowstone; and we are happy we experienced it … but, it will not be a repeat.

IDAHO TIRE BLOWOUT! Cody-WY; Shoshone National Forest & E Yellowstone

We both woke up struggling for breath, so Holland suggested we pull stakes and move on to a cooler climate at a lower elevation.

I was all over that!

So, we both tended to our house moving chores … then, I put a dab of makeup on, and pulled the slide-outs, in.

And we were moving down the road :-)

Getting ready to slay the Day.

Not bad for an old broad. LOL

Leaving Cody-WY; seeking a cooler climate.

Downtown Cody-WY, headed towards East side of Yellowstone National Park.

Colter's Hell Trail

Bill Cody's Town ~ Historical Info

Visiting v.s. Dwelling in the mountains …

Leaving Cody, we passed through tunnels before entering the Shoshone National Forest - which butts up against the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park.

There were a lot of lakes in this portion of Yellowstone National Park - I saw at least 5, within an hour and a half timespan.

Twin Tunnels.

Correction - THREE continuous tunnels ;-)

Steampunk house in Wapiti-WY

Shoshone National Forest; Wapiti-WY

Shoshone National Forest Area; Wapiti-WY

Shoshone Indians:

(https://www.britannica.com/topic/Shoshone-people) 

This hill looks 'crowned'; LOL

Interesting rock formations - they look like peaked icing points.

Sculpted rock formations and huge caves-Shoshone National Forest-WY

Pretty wildflowers & Bleu trying to figure out who had passed this way before him; E Yellowstone-WY

Snow patches in higher elevations.

East entrance to Yellowstone National Park-WY

Sylvan Pass; 8,524′ elevation; Yellowstone-WY

Sylvan Lake:

(https://www.yellowstoneexplored.com/sylvan-lake-picnic-area);

Yellowstone-WY

Yellowstone Lake is a large natural lake in Yellowstone National Park, northwestern Wyoming, U.S. It lies at 7,730 feet above sea level, and is the largest body of water in North America, and the second largest in the world, at so high an elevation; Yellowstone-WY

Sedge Bay ~ Yellowstone Lake:

(https://www.nps.gov/places/000/yellowstone-lake-sedge-bay.htm); Yellowstone-WY

God always answers us; a.l.w.a.y.s.

The Tally Trio - 'On Time God' song:

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlR9TRs-cbM)

Thank God for unanswered prayers …

Our route … from Fishing Bridge to Madison.

Bleu talking a stroll along this fishy-smelling Lake. Holland said the fishy smell at the lake were Fall Chinook coming up the Snake River that feeds into Yellowstone; (Nez Perce Ford).

On our way out of Yellowstone National Park.

Where the wild things roam freely; probably the same buffalo we saw off-and-on, during our Yellowstone forays.

When we exited the Park, we grabbed some Chinese takeout to eat along the way: I'm glad we did! The leftovers came in handy later on, down the road ;-)

Around 4 PM we started looking for RV Parks, and found one that could accommodate our length; so, we set off in search of it.

It was not an easy undertaking.

A mile an a half from the RV Park … we had a tire blowout: and the spare tire was too big to fit! It was too tall, and add to that - our tires are 6-lug fit, and the spare was an 8-lug fit. WTHeck - what kind of idiot would confuse the two? I suspect that the 'inspector' really didn't inspect; he just wrote it off as inspected: too many things have gone wrong with this 5th wheel to have had an complete inspection. But, I am a daughter of the Most High God … and my Father is always looking out for me, and mine :-)

Elohim never promised us a rose garden - He just promised He would be for us in our hour of need.

We discussed pushing through Idaho & into Utah, tonight.

We will retrace our steps for a couple miles and plat a new route that will be new ground for both of us.

Diamond Ranch does guided horse trails.

Around 4 PM, we secured a parking site for the night. Neither of us slept much last night, and we were feeling the effects of burn-out.

GPS led us on a merry chase to find the RV Park.

Holland was not happy to be so far off the highway …

Blown tire. THIS is WHY Holland doesn't like to be too far down a country road; we're 2-1/2 miles in, at this point :-(

We were in a bad spot, driving uphill when the tire blew ; so Holland limped the 5th wheel forward, and pulled over in a driveway. We both hoped the rim had not been damaged.

I sent an SOS heavenward: Holland's shoulder was on fire, his ribs are still smarting, and his disposition was sour. He could have used some help - so, I prayed Elohim would send someone along to help him do the heavy lifting.

As the prayer was hanging in the air between Earth & Heaven, over the hill came 2 cyclist guys; a direct answer to my prayer. I considered them angels in disguise.

And another angel appeared; all were friendly, helpful, generous with information & physical aide that was helpful: they were truly God-sends ;-)

The Calvary is on it's way … the cyclists were very helpful though much couldn't be done with a mismatched spare; and we were thankful. Hugs were exchanged by everyone, and they went on their way. Holland called Les Schwab, and it was arranged for a fella to come up with a new tire, and replace the blown one.

Three guys from the Redrock RV Park drove by to ask if we were okay, and Holland said, "Yes"; that's God looking out for us. The people here are really nice - thank You, Elohim, for bringing us to this place of caring, compassionate people.

If you are going to have a tire blowout, have it in Idaho ;-) The people are friendly, helpful, and truly caring.

On the other hand, I mentioned to Holland again that I feel oak point devilry is behind everything that has been plaguing us since we started building our life together. Those  people are just plain hellish; starting with 'the board', and it isn't too much of a stretch (as far as I am concerned), for them to have slapped a whammy on us - me, in particular.

That's my thought, and I'm sticking with it.

Nothing else (considering all that has been happening - weird, unexplainable stuff) makes any sense. And I don't give a rip what anyone else thinks about what I think - correction: what I know.

I am familiar with the Book of Job … and I've read the back of The Book: I know they lose, and I win :-)

The Oak Point whammy can't seriously hurt us; jeannie paulson was just plain mean-spirited/cruel/malicious, and has a devil riding her - and she was angry I wouldn't let her touch, or hug on me: I didn't want the transference.

Another person from Redrock RV Park to ask if we needed anything.

God send comforters; angels with human faces.

Elohim brought us together for His purpose.

New tire in place; the rest will be switched out tomorrow morning.

7:30 PM: Safe and sound tonight - on the move again, tomorrow.

Redrock RV Park-ID is clean, & the people are very personable.

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK~Wyoming

July 30th: We wanted to visit the Grand Teton National Park - we'd seen pictures of it, and we were in the general vicinity … so, we drove there this morning.

We had to drive through the west side of Yellowstone National Park again - but, it is what it is.

We grabbed a chinese lunch to enjoy at lunch time :-)

Goal is Jackson, Wyoming.

Flashing lights and racing ranger vehicles in front of us had our thoughts turned towards a possible car wreck in front - instead, we saw that 3 Park Rangers had been deployed to stand guard over a buffalo … Yellowstone.

Sulfur plain; steaming geysers.

Holland really liked this colorful runoff …

New blacktop laid since Friday; Yellowstone.

Geyser field; 'Biscuit Basin'.

Lunch: Holland = Sweet & Sour Pork; Me = Orange Chicken; both with Fried Rice & Egg Roll; the Egg Flower Soup was the real deal - the chicken broth was not bouillon.

A visitor showed up while we ate; Long-horned beetle  Monochamus scutellatus (White Spotted Sawyer Beetle); Old Faithful on-ramp area.

NO MORE BOB LINK in my New Life.

Passed the Continental Divide Line in Yellowstone-Wyoming.

Isa Lake - Continental Divide; Yellowstone national Park-WY. Internet surfing picture.

Isa Lake: (https://www.nps.gov/places/000/isa-lake.htm)

New road laid most of the way …

 Headed towards Jackson-WY

We had no clue there were SO many crossings of the Continental Divide - live & learn :-); 7, 988 ft. elevation.

Continental Divide USA Info:

(https://www.geographyrealm.com/north-american-continental-divide/)

Lewis Lake-WY:

(http://www.greater-yellowstone.com/Yellowstone-Park/Lewis-Lake.html)

Pretty, straight-as-arrow conifer trees with little pom-pom-puff needles; White Bark Pine - Lewis Lake.

Holland noticed the 'herd of turtles' window sticker (his fav saying, "we're off like a herd of turtles"); & I noticed the cowboy ;-)

Road work ruined a beautiful waterfall photo op … getting through the tight the construction area took all your attention; and by the time you could raise your eyes past the cones, concrete barriers, sketchy planking, machinery, roaming men, etc.., the waterfall was out of shot :-(

Going after that new Senior Lifetime Parks Pass.

We were directed to the Colter Bay Visitor Center - half an hour away.

We have passed into the Grand Teton National Park-WY

We couldn't see what had everyone excited … but it was dicey getting through the throngs of people; some walking right out in front of traffic to get a look. We are longer than a semi; stopping on a dime won't happen.

Grand Teton National Forest - DEADWOOD.

New Pass Card; covid BS changed everything. $$$$$ is what matters, now. The bright side of a asinine governmental situation, is that my New Card has my New Name on it - and that's a good thing :-)

The Colter Bay Visitor's Center was another Mall layout - very expansive, very busy: the Visitor's Center was "at the end of the sidewalk (2 mile long sidewalk) - cross the crosswalk, and you can't miss it." My hair was damp, and I was out of breath (and out of patience: it is hidden in the freaking trees!) by the time I located it. I was in no mind to dicker with a testy Ranger, who was giving the government speech of why the the Senior Lifetime Pass is "no longer transferrable." Bottom line: covid necessitates another government money-making scheme to fleece the people - specifically Senior Americans; and spousal death survivors. I waved my hand, shutting him up - threw him an irritated glance - shoved the money at him and walked away with my Pass Card … paid for twice.

But driving through States, we will be driving through National Parks - like we did, today. The card is needed - there is no place for us in the National Forest Campsites, and scenic enjoyments are sparse; free passage is preferable.

National Parks for for drive-by's ONLY.

Thank You, Lord - forgive my bitching.

Teton Range Plaque.

Not only is our 5th Wheel extra-long, but our pickup is longer than 25-feet; NO WAY we could ever camp in a National Park Campground.

Cowboy in the buff - nothing on but his cowboy hat. Holland rolled his eyes; LOL

Snake River runs through …

Snake River.

Both of us making new memories, for our New Life together.

We are in Jackson Hole … and NOT A SINGLE mention of The 'Hole-in -the-Wall Gang'. Nada. But there are RV sites going for $185/night AND UP … no longer than 25-feet TOTAL LENGTH with vehicle.

National Parks is a big disappointment for us - not worth the hefty fee to 'enjoy'.

National Parks Ads are total BS.

Holland is driving straight through to South Dakota; there may be an RV resort there, where we can park.

Mind reset.

What??? It looks like someone hung air fresheners on telephone lines. Holland thinks it is some sort of grounding breaker for lightening strikes.

Historical Marker - I like stuff like this; Wyoming.

Wagon wheel ruts have scarred the earth, marking an historical crossing.

Info Plaque.

Double Rainbow …

As dusk settled over us, I was looking for a place to pull over; Holland was game to drive all night, but we are no longer teenagers, and Holland's shoulder was feeling the burn. Elohim showed us mercy, and we spotted a flashing {OPEN} sign for a roadside RV Park in landers-WY - in we nipped!

It's a nice little Park. We'll be here until Wednesday afternoon.