Sunday, May 4, 2014

Settling in...

When I got to Pendleton, I stayed at a motel within the Wyndham chain, as I am a Wyndham Rewards participant.  I was pleasantly surprised at the accommodations!  4-star experience at a 2-star price!  However, finances are a factor for the first couple of weeks.  So I checked out this morning.

As I was riding down a one-way street, to get to a point to make a couple of turns and return the other direction, I was suddenly overwhelmed to stop.  It was in front of The First Presbyterian Church of Pendleton.  So I did, and attended the service.


It has been many years since I have attended a Presbyterian Church.  I found it interesting that it was so easy to recall the order of the Service, the recitals, and even one of the hymns.  I spoke to the Pastor following the service.  I will return, schedule allowing.

I arrived at my new home, for at least the next two weeks.  Another motel, however they offer a discounted weekly rate.  Formerly part of a chain, now an Independent.  Nice property, has a pool for later this summer, nice rooms - although I don't need much, and understanding and cooperative proprietors!

It started to rain, and I asked if I could pull my bike under an awning.  The owners didn't even hesitate and said sure.  So I have premium, covered parking!










I say I am settling in.  For the first time since I left Phoenix, I actually unpacked!  I am no longer living out of my bags.  Clothes are either hung on hangers or in a drawer, a run to WalMart for some needed essentials today, and a plan for a grocery run tomorrow...


 In my wanderings today, I found something I have never seen before!





A drive-up/drive-through Circle K!  Anything can be ordered and purchased from this window, from a thirst-buster to a hot-dog to a 12-pack of beer!  I obviously have lived a sheltered life...


More tomorrow!

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