Memorial Day Weekend

We were able to find a church with enough parking for the truck in Los Banos, Ca. With the time difference we were in services at 1:00 p.m. There was a special feature dedicated to the men and women of the armed forces. In the display was a quote that really struck home: All gave some; some gave all! This was transposed over a picture of Arlington Cemetary. Very effective! Be sure to thank a service person or veteran today.

We are spending this holiday weekend in San Jose, California. The weather has been beautiful sunshine but very windy. Today is also quite cool, enough to wear a jacket. Across the street from the truckstop is a Danish restaurant--Pea Soup Andersen's. The building is a huge chalet with a large windmill that truly works. They boast the fact that they use the most peas in their soup than any other restaurant in the country. It's made vegetarian with cups of bacon bits, chopped ham, green onions, shredded cheese and croutons served on the side. You can order by the cup, bowl or have it served in a fresh bread bowl. The bread removed from the bowl is toasted and served with the soup to be used for dipping. I must say that is was absolutely delicious, bowl and all! They also have a bakery, banquet room, lounge, coffee shop and gift shop. Ron found a book about the origin of hymns so we are going back later for another meal and to get the book. What a neat discovery in an area that is pretty barren!

Yesterday after church we went to Walmart and then for dinner at a Carl's Jr. fast food place. We had seen them but never been to one. The food was really good for a quick stop. They offer the usual as well as some unique items. The one I had was a low-carb combo meal. It was a burger with the works served wrapped in large lettuce leaves instead of a bun. It came with a side salad of considerable size and a drink(I had unsweet iced tea). Ron had a guacamole bacon burger meal with fries and a drink. It's a good thing we walked from Walmart because we were so full that we had to work off some of it. :)

We have been enjoying the different cuisines whenever we get the chance and have found success with most places. We get a load in South San Francisco tomorrow and deliver in Albuquerque, NM on Wednesday afternoon. Perhaps we will find some interesting places there. Until next time . . . . . . .