What did I do today?

It's Thursday morning in Gillette, WY and the snow is blowing like crazy.  I enjoy the snow, I would enjoy it more, in front of a fireplace snuggled up under a blanket with a cup of coffee and a good book. But, alas, no fireplace and I get to go to work.

Going in a little late today because Hwy 59 between Gillette, WY and the MT state line is like a sheet of ice.  Much better to drive it in the daylight, especially going up and down the roller coaster of mountains.  Pretty to look at but no guard rails.  I suppose, guard rails would mar  the beautiful, ranch and wildlife country side view that is Hwy 59. 

It's Valentines day and we have dinner reservations at the Chophouse Gillette WY, so I'm packing a bag with a change of clothes, grabbing a cup of coffee at the City Brew FB Gillette WY and over the Powder River  and through the mountains we go.

The job I am working now is in the middle of an oil field and I have to travel at 5 a.m. and drive approximately 1.5 hours  to Broadus, MT.  Not much to see that time of morning.  But, we are going in at 7 so I am taking full advantage of being able to see the scenery. 

I have a break to share with you what I saw.  Enjoy the pics.

Pretty Ponies

Majestic Mountains

Free Range Cattle

 Even if it's just riding in a car and looking at the sights," there's always something to do."
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Hello Gillette WY! Going on a walkabout in my new stomping grounds.. Hmmm! What will I find?

In the middle of nowhere, next to nothing.  Well not exactly.  I'm staying in a great little town but with the hours I'm keeping, I'm not getting to see very much. But you know me, even given a little time I can surely find "SOMETHING TO DO!
Gillette WY is cute, cute, cute.  Population 29,087 at last count.  The weather is pretty crisp and I do mean crisp. I've already experienced my first snowfall.

Little visitor outside my door.  He posed for a paparazzi moment.

  I don't have a vehicle at my disposal so, I took a walk
 from my apartment to see what was happening in Gillette.  There are lovely sidewalks that weave throughout this little town. Sidewalks, I find,  are very welcoming and inspire a pedestrian lifestyle. *Note to City Managers, " If you lay them, they will come."
The Gillette WY Recreational Center, is spectacular.  It looms from the corner of 4J Rd and Running W Drive.  Check out their website.

Gillette Recreational Center

  My walk is a daydream. There are pieces of art that line 4J Rd.   I did a little research and the outdoor museum is Sponsored by 

May Flower

Puddle Jumper

"The Mayors Art Council "Avenue's of Art" giving me not only my exercise for the day but also providing me with a little local culture.  These were my favorite pieces.  They put an extra smile on my face.  Are they not adorable? My walk takes me approximately 3 hours but I really didn't notice.  I think I'm going to like it here.  

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Happy Veterans Day to those who serve and to those who allow their loved ones to keep us all safe.

Inspiration comes from the most unexpected places.  All we have to do; listen.  On this Veterans Day I came across one of the most beautiful stories I have heard in my life.  It’s the story of a WWII Veteran, Harold Van Heuvelen, who 60 years ago, stationed in LA,  wrote one of the most beautiful pieces of music these ears have ever heard.  It’s not just that Colonel Van Heuvelen wrote such an inspiring piece of music, but the circumstances that inspired him to do so.  For me to tell how he did it would not do it justice, I’ll let him tell the story.  What also tugged at my heart strings is the fact that it took 60 years for this music to come to the light of day and that 93 year old Colonel Van Heuvelen lived to hear the United States Army Band perform it in Washington this Veterans Day Weekend. (Watch his face, as he hears his composition being played.)  The way he tells the story, you are there.  God knows when to let things happen, he has his own timetable.  This is Colonel Van Heuvelen's time.  So, without further ado; I bring to you H.J. Van Heuvelen OP. 7 First Symphony.H.J. Van Heuvelen OP. 7 First Symphony

Happy Veterans Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Do something great for yourself and others!!

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Hey Gulf Coasters, via the magic that is social media, I got the 411 on an upcoming event. As usual, I'm passing it on to you. So, do what you do best and be supportive of one another. Peace & Love!

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Look what a student at Gautier, MS  High School did for me. Submitted by Cocoa Nguyen.  I like her.  She's fancy.  Me and my coffee cup.  Add a little snow in a few months and voila, Vagabondlady063 is set in her new digs.  Thanks Cocoa!!

Gulf Coasters Birds Gotta Fly, And So Must I. Vagabondlady063 Out!!!

A Vagabond Song

By Bliss Carman

1861-1929

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There is something in the autumn that is native to my blood -- 
Touch of manner, hint of mood; 
And my heart is like a rhyme, 
With the yellow and the purple and the crimson keeping time. 

The scarlet of the maples can shake me like a cry 
Of bugles going by. 
And my lonely spirit thrills 
To see the frosty asters like a smoke upon the hills. 

There is something in October sets the gypsy blood astir; 
We must rise and follow her, 
When from every hill of flame 
She calls and calls each vagabond by name. 

So long, farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Adieu! 

Adieu, Adieu, to you & you & you.

 In other words Gulf Coasters, this lady bird must fly.  Headed to Montana soon, gonna be a dental floss tycoon.  (LOL) That's from a Frank Zappa song.  I never thought that song would come in handy and I still don't see the relevance between Montana and dental floss but that's where I am headed.  I'm Montana bound.  I'm gonna be a snow bunny. 






 Do you think I'm going the wrong way? My, I cannot even remember a cold day here.  Not so much that I would have to put on a light jacket , much less a coat.  

Oh, I'll miss you too.  But not to worry.  I will not lose contact with my Gulf Coast Family. I have to say you all are the friendliest people I have ever encountered.  There was not a day in the year that I was here that went by that I did not run into someone that just emitted God's love and kindness. 
You have lots going on Gulf Coasters.  The Peter Anderson Festival is right around the corner.  Hello Cruisers.  Check your local chambers.  Get out of the house.  So much to do, so much to see.  Oh, the food, I am so going to miss the food.  Ocean Springs favorites: The Phonecia for breakfast and Mediterraneo's for Dinner.  The Parks in Pascagoula.  Take the kids.  Your beaches for moonlight walks beautiful.

Thank you Miss Delo for opening your shop, your heart and your community to me.  I cannot remember when I felt more welcome.  I know that I will always have a place to call home if I want to permanently put down roots for real somewhere.  I didn't get a hug from LJ "Little John", Mia, Tori (I'd have to steal one), James, Jace or Dalton Lee.  I'll miss those babies. 

I will truly miss every soul that crossed my path and I gleaned from you all.
Delo's Heavenly House of Coffee:  it's the student union, the locals virtual offices, Gautier's Chamber of Commerce, Delo herself is the "Welcome Wagon" for that little section of the Gulf Coast.  You are very blessed to have her.  She really loves her community.  Gautier, you have great things coming to you.  It is your time.  

As much as I hate to say goodbye, well I won't , I'll say, Until we meet again, Mon Coeurs!

I guess it's back to coffee from places that shall remain nameless.  Jamaican me crazy is going to put me into a tailspin from not having it.  I'm missing it already.  







The lady is a road warrior, a Vagabond  you might say, off to the middle of nowhere and next to nothing, I'm told.  But mark my words,  when I get there, I will definitely find that THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING TO DO!!!!

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ABIGAIL OSTEEN IS EDIE BRICKELL (oh yeah) MEETS TAYLOR SWIFT

Edie Brickell meets Taylor Swift in a conglomeration that is Abigail Osteen.  Funky, Folksy, Country, Rock & Rolly.  To everything there is a season & her time is now.

  I caught Abigail on stage at a festival in D'Iberville, MS  on my way to an afternoon movie.  See!  What did I tell you?  There is always something going on in our backyards.  Festivals & Free concerts.  I am all about the free.  What a cool treat on a hot Mississippi afternoon.  Check out this snippet and then check out Abigail for yourself tonight at The Dock, where she and her band mates will be performing and her website at Abigail Osteen.com for future performances.

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