VSRR III Ruth on the Road Day 29 (5886)
July 29, 2007
“Morning racers - trivia scores have been posted - heading back to the scorer's table to see what else is there!” . . . WCDonna answered Holli’s question about buying liquor in Las Vegas. “Holli, Holli, Holli...Liquor Stores? Have you not BEEN to Vegas before my dear? There is so much free booze flowing in the CASINOs that one does not need to buy liquor, but just sit at a slot machine for a few minutes and a cocktail waitress will be by to take your order. Also, I'm certain that booze to purchase is readily available for those who need to party! ” . . . Holli yelped in delight, “NO WAY!!! They still do that?? KEWL!!!!!!” . . . Donna, putting the final touches on a second round of coffee said, “OMG I think I better scoot out of here before Dan gets up.... did make some coffee for the early crowd. Went looking for a larger pot, but noticed the computer room had a pad lock on the door..... hum.....Sorry, was busy with the DH reunion and didn't get here till way late.... but I see there was a heck of a party! Dan's dogs didn't even bark when I arrived, although one did pick up his head and wag his tail but that seemed to be all the energy he had left...... Why are there lobsters swimming in the pool with hula skirts and leis on? Is that why the filtration system isn't working. … Oh no, don't tell me Dale put the left over salad in the pool to stay fresh overnight again..... And those flamingo's are really making a mess.... someone should have let them out.....are those Holli's? Sure are pretty, but a lot bigger than I thought...And where are all the people? Sure are a lot of boats tied up to Dan's dock on the canal... maybe I should head over there and see if Maddie found some folks to bring over to the party! … Well I am going to have a couple cups of coffee and off to find something to start cleaning this mess up before Tracy gets up.” ......
To Helen’s comment “Watch out for Dan’s dogs, I hear they like to swim,” Dan answered, “Big time!” . . . Looking around after NPS’s comment about cleanup, Dan said, “Seems the cleanup was going to be inevitable any way - but the photos of Dale make it all worth while!” . . . Then he laughed, saying, “Who left this ice sculpture on the scoring table and why does it look like Dale with Mickey Mouse ears? Fortunately the extra lettuce kept all the scoring slips dry! ... All scores as of 0400 ZULU are posted - but it looks like there are more slips over there – hey, somebody catch that lobster - he's got a racing slip!!!! … Be back with more scores later!” . . . Dale studied the scoreboard and asked, “Hey Dan-- How come SLY gets yellow points for finding the shoppers? Did she do something bad?” . . . Dan answered, “Depends on your perspective - she called BINGO too!” . . . Sly wrapped herself in a big towel saying, “I sure hope someone saved me a lobster!! I can pass on all the sweet stuff, but not the lobster - yummmy I am hungry!” . . . Changing her mind, she said, “On second thought, I think I will have cereal instead of that lobster - or maybe some toast and almond butter” . . . Dan offered, “How about some bagels?” . . . NPS said, “I'll take one and some coffee too. Sorry about the lobsters in the pool - I tried to stop Dale, but you know Dale.” . . . Ruth was surprised. “Was that Dale? I thought it was Dan falling off the diving board where he was trying to nap!” . . . Immediately Dale said, “Is that the guy with the big ears?” . . . Dan said, “But you have to admit it was fun watching him race them in the pool!” . . . Karen said, “Who had time to sleep? I am still eating my way around the last destination…And now we have to move on!” *sniffs*” . . . Sly said, “I have noticed that nobody is doing laundry this year - glad that you folks got to go in the pool!! Lobsters maybe left pool and are escaping unlaundered racers.” . . . [Sounds like a tongue twister!]
Barney, still protesting at being stopped from picking strawberries from the salad, said, “But most everyone had at least 1 helping… I gotta have my strawberries with sugar & ice cream. So that’s what I did.” . . . Dale, feeling somewhat injured said, “But did he have to take ALL the strawberries- I want a small helping, but all that was left was some torn lettuce.” . . . Holli grumped as she went out the door, “Ok... I have to go into work. I am not a happy camper! Bingo will be sent out when I get home.. at 5:30PM Eastern, whatever ZULU time that is… Sorry Folks, boss lady does not understand that I have to judge a road race!” . . . Dan, wandering around and checking the house had to laugh. “Computer room was the only part of the house not touched by the party goers - found the coffee - as usual thanks! Made a run for bagels this morning - all kinds … anybody want one?” . . . Esme, from a distance, said, “Plain, please. Still not a happy camper in the flu department. I even had to miss the party. But I was virtually there!” . . . WCDonna asked, “You had it too? The flu, that is? Must have been a West Coast thing! I am FINALLY feeling normal today...Wow! Hang in there.” . . .
Helen, studying the instructions asked, “Let me get this straight, for every wild card I beat today, I get to add their points to my score then add a zero to the total????” . . . Dan explained, “Hi, Helen … Not quite - if you are near a WC your points double - if that ends up a double digit number you place one zero at the end. -- If it's a single number you place two zeros at the end - on Day 28 you had 14 points but were not near a WC so you add a zero for 140 points - quite simple – you do this a couple of thousand times it gets real easy - I'm up to 995 times so I'm just about getting the hang of it.” . . . Helen said, “OK, it just didn't look like the rules on the spreadsheet were the same for today as yesterday” . . . Dan explained, “Ahh, that's because I hadn't updated those pages yet - points for Days 29, 30, 31 are posted - I'll explain 30 and 31 in the stuff for the day announcement later - as always some points are subject to change depending on what happens the day before.” . . .
Dale, defending himself against Donna’s criticism over the lettuce in the pool, said, “NPS ask me to keep it fresh -- when she came in last night wearing nothing but strategically placed lettuce leaves. …’PETA’s Lettuce Ladies® raise eyebrows and open minds as they travel the country, educating people about vegetarianism and serving up delicious veggie food.’ … Keeping her in fresh laundry -- and the pool was the only place I could work! ” . . . Ruth exclaimed, “So THAT'S why everyone was munching lettuce leaves so fast last night!!!” . . . Dan remarked a funny, “No wonder you are such a lettuce man - but surely the ladies are saying more than "lettuce alone"!” . . . Ruth said admiringly, “Lettuce alone - VERY GOOD!” . . . Penny said, “I’ll take some coffee - but I am okay with my English muffin. Now where is the peanut butter? That was some party last night. Jon & Debra had a great time. I finally got through the airport in time to see Dale take a flying leap into the pool of flamingos.” . . . Ruth exclaimed, “Was that Dale? I thought it was Dan falling off the diving board where he was trying to nap!” . . . Dan stopped to post today’s Narrative and announced, “Today's Episode: "Selectively Sighting Secret Shoppers"” . . . Rosann was laughing over the link Penny sent of the two girl shopper’s, “Did you read some of the comments??” laughed Rosann! “I told you Greta & Heidi were shopping in Victoria's Secret. Apparently, one of them decided to show off their "goodies"! Naughty girl!!” . . . Dale, replying to NPS’s criticism of his putting lobsters in the pool instead of the pot on the stove, said, “Hey they are in enough HOT WATER as it is. All they wanted to do was grab onto your lettuce” . . . Sly said, “Dale - I didn’t write that, it was someone else!! I merely replied that I would pass on having the lobster. Hmmm....You must have had some party last night, while I was working!!” . . .
On to business for a moment, Dan announced, “Using a technique known as Delayed Elapsed Escalation Response (DEER) - Karen finds shoppers and gets higher points for getting Day 29 points!” . . . and Karen said, “Taking the extra time to pound and brew and....was worth the effort, apologizes to the shoppers for placing them in Berlin the first time.” . . . Penny was full of questions. “Are you all still sleeping in from last night's party? …Is Dan still locked in his computer room or are the lobsters chasing him around the pool? ... Is that why we have not had an update for today - the 29th? No words of wisdom!” . . . A descriptive reply came from Dan. “Patience is a good thing to practice - gives you something to do while you are waiting - takes time to put this stuff together, with all the bailing wire, staples and scotch tape required - besides there's quite a bit of lettuce stuck in my pool filter I have to get out! Stuff to post next on the list!” . . .
“Morning Racers - seems a bit hectic around here - chasing lobsters and all - the dogs think they are wonderful companions! -- 1. All scores are up to date - points for day 30 and 31 are posted - but subject to change depending on what happens today - but time to be thinking about the final few days and the strategy necessary to get the VERY BIG Points - more on that later. -- 2. Today's start time is 20:00 ZULU - no answers to anything except Bingo and Secret Shoppers (If you haven't already found them) before start time. -- 3. SS#29 - since we pick on Dale so much and he's such a good sport, today's SS is dedicated to him - let me know what it is and where it’s located and you can have points for all of that. -- 4. PP#29 - is also stashed - today all you need to do is tell what you found - all could be worth points. -- 5. All wildcards in Trivia are in play for the last two days - remember the LAST DAY FOR TRIVIA IS DAY 30. - Same as yesterday - if you end up near a WC your points are double - if you have a double digit figure place one zero after your score - if you end up with a single digit number place two digits next to your score - big winners yesterday Suepa, Donna, Karen, Vera and Dave all with 500 points - And the big winner was Dale with 800 points - make the last two days of trivia count for you. -- 6. Bingo - down to the wire again - remember to HOLLER BINGO IN THE GROUP - those are the only ones that count. -- 7. Weekend Special - only a couple of racers can still get points if they want them - those who have not yet found the Secret Shoppers….. OKAY - SPECIAL STUFF FOR DAY 30 and 31 - As many of you are aware your vehicles have been taking a beating traveling around the world and we at Hollidan Racing realize you may need a little help - so ON DAY 30 and Day 31 we'll be there to offer you a PIT STOP anytime you need it and when you do we'll fill your tank with the next set of available points to boot….. ON DAY 30 - every racer has 1 PIT STOP available - you can call for the PIT STOP - by informing the public group that you want one by typing, I NEED A PIT STOP NOW ….To the PUBLIC Circle - that way everyone can keep track of when you've called for one - the RFPS (Request for Pit Stop) MUST BE "IN CAPS" and to the public group…… You must also still solve the clues or puzzle to advance to the next location - when you do you get your second set of points for Day 30 ….. On Day 31 - rules are the same but you can call for TWO pits stops as well as solving the puzzle - that will give you three sets of points on the final day ….. NO PIT STOPS MAY BE CALLED BEFORE THE STARTING TIME OF THOSE RESPECTIVE DAYS. ………….. So, in Summary - Day 30 - two opportunities for Racing Points. -- Day 31 - three opportunities for racing points… Plus both days will still have the SS and PP available….. I'm sure there will be questions - so send them this way - I'll only answer questions about day 30 and 31 publicly - so if you send the judges a private question EXPECT it to end up in the group…. Have fun Racing on Day 29 - see you at the starting line 20:00 ZULU … Good Racing! ………. Why are there still lobsters running across the scorer's table ----- DALE!!!!!! Signed, HRS” . . . Helen hiccupped saying, “They were delicious......” . . .
Donna thought a minute and asked, “And are the judges taking off the next two days from work to keep up with pit stops and other racing demands?... So.... if the judges are behind in location messages... does everything stop when you call a pit stop since that is on the group list- and they get those points NOW or when the judge catches up? Inquiring minds would like to know!” . . . Dan promptly replied, “To be definitive - could be! ... All mail for the race comes into my same inbox - whether the group or individual - so I'll take them in the order received and try to stay as current as possible on the points - points and PIT STOP points will be posted in the order they hit my inbox…. If all else fails I will too! ... I hope that answers your question! Thanks, HRS!” . . . Esme, still trying to solve the mystery of the question marks she and Rita produce, said, “Rita, I used one space after the word Yahoo and no ‘?’ showed up. I used two after ‘think’ and one did. Guess we have to try to only use one space or we get interesting results, compliments of Yahoo and AOL.” . . . Penny asked, “On the secret stash - what type of location are you looking for? Where we found it on the webpage - or the actual location of the item? ” . . .
Dan sent a collection of beautiful photographs for the racers to enjoy… each a loving pose of a young deer and rabbit nuzzling one another. With them he sent this message, “Everybody – should enjoy friends – some are real special! … I Hope everyone has a peaceful day!” Donna’s response came swiftly, “And the same to all of you....Those are pictures of a lifetime. Most of us will never see that in person. Thanks for sharing.” . . . Rita said, “Dan, The pictures warm my heart and are so beautiful.” . . . Helen said, “Nice pictures. They remained friends for a long time, considering two were in snow and the rest were on grass, unless it was early spring and the snow was melting around his home. Reminds me of the 2 deer I saw as I drove out my drive headed to church this morning. One was a young buck that had just started to develop felt-covered antlers. They stood behind our mailbox, not moving, as I turned out of the driveway. We frequently see both rabbits and deer on our morning walks, but never together. Thanks. “ . . . Penny said, “Wonderful photos - thank you so much for sharing. Maybe I will see this scene now that we live near the woods/fields.” . . . Ruth said, “It just melts your heart! Beautiful! Thank you!” . . . Vera said, “Isn't mother nature wonderful! No greater beauty than her creations, free and without fear!” . . . Holli said, “They are so cute indeed... some one awhile ago sent them to me, and I used them on our Home page. Amazing huh.. wish we could all live like that! “ . . .
Helen asked, “Can one ask for a pit stop before Zulu or are these also controlled by the 2100 and 2200 times? Just want to know if I can get car serviced early in the day.” Dan replied, “You can ask but the Pit Crew is sound asleep until the race starts…they'll discard any mail request before start time!”. . . Sly said, “I think race mechanics union leader has negotiated good conditions for those guys” . . . Penny continued, “Also - will the points we can get be displayed on the standing page?” . . . Dan replied, “YES!” . . . Donna explained, “Where is NPS..... didn't you read his message?” . . . breaking it down in two parts, Donna wrote, “Helen: NO PIT STOPS MAY BE CALLED BEFORE THE STARTING TIME OF THOSE RESPECTIVE DAYS” . . . and she followed it up with, “Penny: a PIT STOP anytime you need it and when you do we'll fill your tank with the next set of available points to boot…..yada yada …..You must also still solve the clues or puzzle to advance to the next location - when you do you get your second set of points for Day 30. … Sounds like the same points- just two ways to get them (and 3 on the 31st)” . . . Answering Donna’s quest for NPS Dale said, “She's over in the salad Dressing” . . . Dan, answering Penny said, “Same as previous days!” . . . Allyn asked, “Have I got this straight? Dale will catch up on the laundering while the rest of us bathe with lobsters? And to make sure he washes everything, we're wearing only lettuce leaves? I'm not sure that's a good thing.” . . . Dan answered, “My pool filter’s not to happy about it either!” . . . Sly laughed, “especially since (rumour has it) Dale has already been baiting them with lettuce leaves last night.” . . .
A sudden hush as Dan strode into the room [still striding!] and announced the start of today’s race. “Here we go racer's -here we go!” . . . All eyes were glued on the starter gun as he raised it – poised dramatically for a second, then exploded with the sound they loved to hear. Clues flew out quickly and racers were gone – like huge puffs of smoke. A. “Babe Ruth played for the home team. -- Capital of the commonwealth. -- Founded on Shawmut Peninsula. -- Founded September 17, 1630. -- Puritans not Pilgrims. -- Tea Anyone --- NO! -- Big Dig – Big Bucks! -- One if by land – two if by sea – listen my children – and you shall hear! . . . Unswervingly they raced north, Dan’s binoculars trained on the sky . . . occasionally he lowered the glass looking for a turtle with a firecracker strapped to his belly . . . NPS’s parrot umbrella was easy to spot…he kept flapping his wings!” . . . Dan spotted Donna through the music…saying, ” While singing - "Take me out to the Ball Game" - Donna crosses the finish line first today - takes possession of 1st Place” . . . Donna laughed, “And Kay even sent me a screen shot! …Thanks Kay!” . . . Scanning the sky Dan reported, “Helen - while still working quilt, exercise, planning dinner swimming a few laps in the pool - arrives today's destination - claims 1st place! HRS” . . . Helen stretched and said, “Now headed to the pool.” . . . still peering, Dan said, “Penny - arrives - points to Monster, says UUUUUGHHH - takes over 1st place!” . . . getting a slight cramp in his arm from holding, Dan reported, “With more brilliant timing and the use of her analytical skills – NPS hits on 2 big point set - takes a commanding lead - will her good fortune and skill hold on for another two days - stay tuned for the answer to these and other VSRR - QUESTIONS YET TO BE ANSWERED!” . . . NPS replied, “I woke up from my nap just in time to send in my answers. So Maddie, where is the party tonite?” . . . WCDonna said, “Congrats Barney! Nice move on the racing points! I needed to be just a hair faster on the keyboard! WAY TO GO!!!!!!” . . . Barney replied, “Tanks -- timing, I waited just a bit.” . . . Dan let out his breath saying, ‘”Me too - but all the messages still kept coming - All points I have are posted up to the moment - please let me know if I missed anything!” . . .
Holli announced Bingo calls for today. “Here ya go kids!! … Saltwater Fishing, Carolina houseboat contraption, the Philharmonic , . . . Will be back in a few to check on all of you… Holli. “ . . . Ruth hollered BINGO!!! … The Riviera -/ Pet Potato -/ The HOLLI-CAR -/ Saltwater Fishing -/ Captain Bligh -/ A Refrigerator -/ 7,000 messages - /White Gloves -/ Farmers -/ Scuba Mom.” . . . Donna said, “Congratulations Ruth! (TM1) who can't call bingo....yet.” . . . Dan cheered from the sidelines. “Way to go Ruth - pending the official certification - points are awarded” . . . Holli, in her best official bib and tucker proclaimed, “I proclaim that Ruth has an OFFICIAL COMPLETED BINGO CARD !... Congrats Ruth!! … Holli the Official Bingo Judge of VSRR III” . . . Vera called out, “Way to go Ruth! No slowing you down!” . . .
Doris asked “I just looked at those pics and they made my mouth water!! Did they actually catch them?” . . . Ruth questioned, “What pictures are you talking about, Doris? . . . I keep missing little things on my computer?” . . . then quickly followed with, “Oh, THOSE pictures!!! What a magnificent catch!! You mean they caught them in Florida waters? – Not New England?” . . . adding, “My question was redundant – meant to be more of an exclamation! Those are huge lobsters!!” . . . Dan laughed, “Sure - we got all kinds of stuff down here - just like a real ocean!” . . . . . . Penny said, “Look in the photo file under Penny. You will see a photo of my son Jonathan and girlfriend Debra. They were in West Palm Beach the beginning of last week scuba diving and brought us back some lobsters for last night's party.” . . . adding, “Yes indeed they did… Off the coast at West Palm Beach. He & Debra went scuba diving to get them. Right now they are in his freezer. Maybe waiting for Randy & me to come down in a couple of weeks when we are there for the gathering.” . . . Penny continued, “They are good size - but no claws. Florida lobsters do not have them. The New England ones do and are they good. The meat up between the ribs is real sweet - good without butter. Just a little lemon.” . . . Dan said, “Lobsters in Florida are very polite - it's their Southern upbringing!” . . .Esme said, “What's a lobster dinner without claws????I love claws.” . . . Maddie said, “I agree....real lobsters have claws” . . . Rita dropped in, saying, “I think she's talking about the pix of the deer and rabbit that Dan sent all of us in a private email this morning.” . . . Penny answered, “I don't think so - she replied to that email earlier. Doris had sent an earlier email about the lobsters.” . . . Rita said, “Okay. Sometimes it's hard to figure out what she is asking or commenting on because no one ever changes the subject line.” . . .
Penny asked, “Is everyone still trying to catch those lobster? Or is Dale just late with the laundry. Where is everyone?” . . . Dale replied, “Watching the ball game on TV waiting on all this wet lettuce to dry … Just looked into the dryer, still not ready” . . . Helen smiled, “Waiting for you to play your cards, Penny....want to get them on the table before the fire on the beach smokes them out.” . . .Doris said, “The lobsters Penny's son sent for the party.” . . . Dan, answering Penny as to where everyone is, said, “Ball game!” . . . Donna said, “Looks like extra inning too.... and since I arrived first, my butt is getting sore from sitting here, I am getting a sunburn. ... who's idea was it to go to a ball game? Mattie, what else is in the neighborhood?” . . . Penny asked, “Who’s playing? Anybody good?” . . . Rita laughed, “I think Maddie is still tired from our night in Rio… Too much 'hot guys' and 'mojitos'.” . . . Maddie said, “Rita... you are right...2 nights in a row at my age is a killer...BUT...you all are now in my neck of the woods, so I guess it is 3 nights in a row!!! My pool is open, the bar is set, this time with Harvey Wallbangers...taste like creamsicles with a kick after a while. Now to clarify things, I am not an alcoholic, but have been a bartender...sometimes I long for that. Anyway, we'll have an old fashioned New England clambake...lobster, steamed clams, fried clams, corn on the cob, cole slaw, shrimp, scallops, baked beans, potato salad, pasta salad, and for dessert.... Portuguese fried dough (just for you, Esme!!) No outsiders... just us, for a change...need the calm. I'll arrange for some music by my DJ friend. High tide is later on, and we can go dipping in the ocean nearby, either skinny or not!! Come on over..... 35 Driscoll St., Peabody, MA.!” . . . .
Esme said, “Uh huh! I'm thinking we missed New Orleans and the Cafe du Monde on this trip for our chickory and bignets.” . . . Donna said, “Race isn't over yet.....” . . . A moment later Maddie added, “To add to this... my local newspaper carried a story yesterday from a lobsterman in Gloucester who caught a 3 legged lobster and an albino lobster in the same catch. He says they have been seeing more of these "odd" kinds of lobsters this year... wonder what's in the water!!!!” . . . Dale quickly said, “Well It's not Me------I had enough of the water last year” . . . Ruth said, “Hey, skinny dippin’ is fine with me --- as long as I don't look down! … I’m on my way!” . . . Sly said, “Lettuce leaves, people disappearing, skinny dipping - oh my -next years bingo should have some interesting words!!” . . . NPS said, “Just don't let Dale near the lobsters.” . . . Doris remembered, “About 3 yrs ago, Gary and I actually did this and drat!! We got caught! … Not in the ocean though!” . . . Dale laughed, “Did you catch any " WAVES''? . . . Holli laughed, “DORIS!!! So, where did ya dip?” . . . Penny said, “Never mind the fried clams - just steamers, clams on the half shell and how about some raw oysters – YUMMM” . . . Holli said, “OH YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh this is a feast for sure!!...UMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!” . . . Rita answered, “My mouth is watering just thinking about all that delicious food. The party tonight will get me ready for my visit to the Cape in October. I agree, we need a night to recuperate. After all that dancing, eating, drinking and swimming in the pool with the lobsters and lettuce, I'm ready for a little rest. Tomorrow starts the final chase and we all need to be ready. From Holli, “I am on my way!! Thanks Maddie, you’re the best!!” . . . Sly said, “Hey Dan, I've got a dime - wanna go down to the station with me and take it to poor Charlie? (inflation you know!)” . . . Dan replied, “Been on that one - no thanks - although better than many others!” . . . Rita said, “Sly, Forget Charlie, I think Ralph is looking for some help.” . . .
Once again Dan stepped to the microphone. “Evening racers - well it looks like a good old fashion New England Clambake on the night's agenda - brings back lots of memories doing that with family on the beach! I know you are all in expert hands at Maddie's - all scores are posted and I'll check the scorer's table in the morning. Have a good night - see ya all in the morning! ... Good Racing!” . . . Holli said, “Good Night Dan... Thanks for everything you’re the best!! I am so excited about this clam bake, never been to one on the beach … actually never been to one at all! It's the simple things that really excite me! But I could also get excited with the cabana boys!” . . . Barney said, “And most of all you & Tracy we are thankful for the most…From All of us.” . . . Rita said, “Ditto. We appreciate Tracy putting up with us taking so much of your time every July. Glad she was able to meet everyone at the party last night. Hope Dale didn't make too much of a mess in the pool with the lettuce. I can't imagine what he is going to do to us in Vegas.” . . . Donna agreed,” Exactly! Thanks for everything!” . . . Rita continued, “Night, Dan. Looks like you will be busy in the morning again.” . . . Helen said, “Gives him something to do during that first cup of coffee...Donna, you may need to make a double pot, considering how many didn't report SS and PP tonight...Hope everyone got their next to the last trivia in....also calling it a night”. . . . Donna said, “Will do Helen! ... Anyone know what happened to that 100 cuper we had in the beginning of race? Or was it the extension cord we lost… Night, Helen.” . . . Esme said, “Good night, Dan.” . . . Rita said, “Holli, Maddie wants a peaceful night, so we will have to keep the 'cabana' boys in the cabana or she will have no rest.” . . .
Penny shook her head. “Randy is concerned that we all got speeding tickets coming up from the party at Dan's last night to Maddie's tonight. Of course, some came up early this morning after they cleaned up all those lettuce leaves. He just doesn't understand about warp speed and the power of VSRR.” . . . Allyn said, “Tell Randy that every cop who has stopped me just wanted a closer look at the Bugatti! 200 MPH and no trouble...plus high speed internet.” . . . Vera laughed, “Not to worry Penny....let Randy know I usually throw in my ball cap - Illinois State Police - when I travel too far! ...does wonders!“ . . . Penny said, “Will do. He has gone to bed so will tell him in the morning. All that partying in Peabody - all the food - lobsta's, clams, corn on the cob - filled him right up.” . . . Holli laughed, “No problem Rita, but don’t worry if, ummm, ya don’t see me for a while, ummm … don’t bother looking for me, I'll be fine, ummm don’t worry, ummm I will be in good hands...Which way are the Cabanas??” . . . Rita laughed, “Not it I get there first!” . . .
Vera said, “Barney, you said the strawberries would help! Guess we will have to get you a few more for the next round! How about some raspberries or black cherries to go with it???? Mighty good right now! Way to Go!!!” . . . Barney said, “Oh, yes they will all do just fine! Now that the early blues (bluberry variety is done), moving onto the next best. Won't be long and peaches will be ripe. Had an Indiana cantaloupe 2 weeks ago … was great! Local now. good luck.” . . . Rosann joined up saying, “I've been out all day driving around NC showing houses to a friend. Must have taken a wrong turn somewhere & went south instead of "nawth" to see a green monster. YUCK!!! … Now it's midnight & I still haven't been able to look for or find the SS & PP for Day 29… I'm tired.” . . . Pattiken must have been equally tired. She started her message, “It is 11:39 pm Sunday evening and I found the 2 shoppers” then proceeded to give us all the nitty-gritty details on where to find the shoppers!! Whoops!!! She sent another quick message, “Dan, Holli & Everyone: I double checked Dan's address and it was the ‘hmeng’ one so I clicked send. How did it end up posted online????? Oh well, I guess this is my way of helping those who need it since I'm so clueless!!” [[Do you think we should tell her that Dale loves the laundry job so much he’ll fight to keep it? … Naaa let her sweat it out a little!]]