Day 1

Day one...not as exciting as the first day of the shake down cruise, but definately more exciting than I had planned. I was making great time, singing to the oldies, even thinking of driving on into Albuquerque and not stopping in Socorro when, BAM...one of the back tires blew. What is this? What's with this RV and tires? I guess the shiester really was one. Anyway, another 2 hours sitting on interstate 25 just south of Truth and Consequences, New Mexico waiting on the road service to bring a new tire. Plan for tomorrow - get 3 more new tires (bus has 6 in all, 4 in back and 2 in front; the left front tire blew on the shake down cruise) when I get to Albuquerque. So, I'm safe in Motel 6 with my chardonney, my laptop and a hot shower. What more could I ask for? Probably to have Denney's (right next door) include a fork with the salad I ordered take out. Good night for now. Hopefully tomorrow will not include a blown tire. MB