Friday, July 8, 2011

Visiting With Friends In The Black Hills - South Dakota

(Black Hills, South Dakota) 77 degrees, sunny, blue skies

It was a pretty drive across Wyoming and we have now arrived to the splendor of the Black Hills.  We decided to come visit a couple of John's friends.  He was stationed at one time in Rapid City at Ellsworth Air Force Base and has kept in touch with Dale and his wife Eileen for many years.  John's daughter was also born at the base.   John has hiked many of these hills and says it feels like home to him. 



We went to Mt. Rushmore to enjoy an evening ceremony.  It was  patriotic and very well done.  There were two fly overs and an enlistment ceremony for 72 soldiers - all branches of service.  There was also a very moving MIA/POW ceremony. 





MIA/POW ceremony


Firemen Bag pipers





John and Dale




We are enjoying the scenery. lovely weather, and wild life.  We are especially grateful to all our friends who have reached out to us by blog, phone, and facebook.  We appreciate all your kind words and helpful advice.  

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  1. hobopalsJuly 8, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Looking at your first picture reminds me of the time we were at Rushmore. In the dark, the picture shows a profile of a mans head. Can you see it?

    We enjoyed the Chief Crazy Horse Monument, too.

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  2. Sue and DougJuly 8, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    enjoy your stay!!..Mount Rushmore looks like a place that needs to be added to our list of 'must see's'

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  3. nantalleyfiberart.blogspot.comJuly 8, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    The picture of the Big Horn Sheep is wonderful! I look forward to visiting Mt. Rushmore. Enjoy the rest of your stay!

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  4. RickJuly 8, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Nice post. Mt. Rushmore was on the list for our very first RV Trip and were we ever glad we visited. Quite a sight.

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  5. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsJuly 8, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    The Black Hills is one of our all time favorite places. I do not think I could ever get enough of that country.

    Thanks for the revisit:)

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  6. Renee AllisonJuly 8, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Certainly good to hear from you. Jack and I only wish the best for the both of you! You still are welcome to come to Oklahoma and see us! Take Care and stay in touch!

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  7. heyduke50July 9, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    i too was stationed at Ellsworth in the early 70's and have promised to take my bride there as there is more to see in that area than a lot of people realize...

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  8. pidgeJuly 9, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    We love that part of the country also. Love the picture of the big horn sheep, but all pictures are great today. Stay safe.

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