Tranquility Defined~Melt Your Stress Away

Nestled deep inside the tranquil San Vicente Valley, the Riviera Oaks Resort and Racquet Club transports you to a healthy and revitalizing rural environment.

This vacation is the perfect getaway and has something for the entire family...and being in California...you don't even have to travel 'across the pond' to get there!

Sixteen tennis courts, paddle tennis, a nearby country club for golf, hiking trails, horseback riding, and a full service spa, are just a few of the activities available for your daily enjoyment. Private and group tennis lessons are available.

If relaxation is your sport of choice, the Riviera Oaks Resort has two large swimming pools, two Jacuzzi's and a fabulous Day Spa for the ultimate in pampered relaxation! The Day Spa offers a wide variety of treatments, including Swedish massage, body wraps, and stone therapy massage. Let all your stress melt away at the Riviera Oaks Resort & Racquet Club!

This perfect vacation week is a 'steal' at only $350 for the entire week. Grab this spacious two-bedroom unit while you still can and save over $600.00.

These types of savings are available exclusively to our members.

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Honkey Tonkin' In Gruene

Dec. 27th - We ventured out to a little town called Gruene (pronounced green). A fun rustic little town with a lot of western background history.

Some History on Gruene...

Arriving in Texas in the mid 1840s, German farmers became the first settlers of what is now known as Gruene, Texas. Ernst Gruene, a German immigrant, and his bride Antoinette, had reached the newly established city of New Braunfels in 1845, but acreage was scarce. Thus, Ernst and his two sons purchased land just down river, and Ernst built the first home in Gruene in early fachwerk style. His second son, Henry D. Gruene, built his home (now Gruene Mansion Inn) and planted his surrounding land with cotton.

Henry D. built houses in various styles -- a Victorian cottage (now Lone Star), a large brick home, and a frame house (now Gruene Haus) for the foreman of his farm. The first mercantile store (now Gruene General Store) was built in 1878 and a cotton gin (now Gristmill River Restaurant and Bar) powered by the Guadalupe River was added soon after. Further construction during this profitable time included a dance hall and saloon (Gruene Hall), which became the center of the community's social life.

The Gruene Mansion Inn - A premier Bed and Breakfast, with 30 rooms. Formerly H.D. Gruene’s home, carriage house, corn crib, and barns. Rustic Victorian elegance and a delightful breakfast.
Not only is the property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but it is also designated a Texas Historic Landmark.

The Gurene Hall - The Texas club that helped launch the careers of George Strait and many others, celebrates 35 years of cool music and good fun. Includes images and quotes from some of the most famous artists to grace the Hall's stage.
Once a month Gruene Hall puts on a show like no other. This popular two-stepping, toe-tapping hangout is the place to be the second Sunday of each month for its Gospel Brunch.

The Grapevine - A charming, inviting wine bar right on the main street. It has one of the largest selections of Texas wines and offers free tastings every day. Texas is the 5th largest producing wine region in the entire country. The Grapevine specializes in Texas wines. There are 160 wineries in Texas right now.

Gruene River Antiques - Over 6,500 square feet of antiques, collectibles, gifts and decorator items. Housed in H.D. Gruene's Texas Landmark mercantile building (c. 1903) with original bank vault. Opened in May 2006 with the help of employees and vendors. The store currently consists of thirty vendors. Each vendor was chosen for their quality products and excellence in presentation. You will find a wide array of antiques from different parts of the world and different styles.

CHRISTmas in Texas

Dec. 24th - God’s Word creates, establishes and fulfills His will. Next time you find yourself in a storm, don’t complain, instead, surrender. Remember the stormy wind as well as the calm wind fulfills the Word of God. Submit to His control and to His creative Word in your life (Psalm 148:1-20).

Raining and windy! Prepared food for guests arriving. Lasagna, Chicken Fettuccini, Cesar Salad, fresh fruit, crème puffs, smoked salmon spread, crackers. Delicious food, fun fellowship.

Niece had to work so we will open gifts Christmas Day.

Dec. 25th - Saturday - And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people (Luke 2:10).

Happy Birthday Jesus!!

Played games and waited for niece to get off work. Opened gifts around 2:30 pm. Played more games, had a wonderful and delicious traditional Christmas dinner, turkey, dressing, ham, mashed potatoes and gravy, salad and veggies.

When it got dark, we went and looked at beautiful Christmas lights. (Sorry, the pictures are on my cell phone, will have to download them when we get home)

Next blog will be about our trip to a little historical western rustic town called Gruene (pronounced, green).

Our Drive to Texas for Christmas

On Monday, Dec. 20th...A bitter-sweet day. We took off on a two to three days drive to Texas. Lucas (our nephew) is moving there with his family. He has lived with us for one year and will sure be missed.
Larry and I will spend Christmas and New Year's there with my sister and her family and fly home in 2011.
Thank You Lord Jesus for always being near to all who call upon You. Thank You for being with us even when we stumble and fall. Thank You for carrying our burdens. Thank You that You open Your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing. All You have to do is open Your hand to meet our needs today. Lord, we open our hearts and cry out in truth and thanksgiving to You. PaPa God, we draw near to You this day and thank You for drawing near to us. Here we are, use us as we meet people in our travels to Texas. In Jesus name we pray, giving You thanks, glory, honor and praise. Amen and Amen. Psalm 145:14-21)

We left home at 8:am, dropped our girls (dogs) off with sister and niece, took gifts to grandkids. On the road again at 10:23 am. It was 44 degrees out. Next stop, Redding.

The men are praying to make it through Los Angeles by this evening? We are all excited.

Run into snow in Glendale. It is so beautiful! Smith Summit 1700 feet, snowing, driving is slow. Sexton Pass 1916 feet. Filled up in Medford…$3.29 a gallon!! Shasta was smooth sailing.
Had lunch with brother and sister-in-law. What a great visit we had with them. Back on the road at 3:30 pm. Ten hours to go to get to LA.

The fella's named the GPS, Gloria…she let’s them know where to go.

Dec. 21st - God is our greatest refuge. He doesn’t only shelter us, He provides for us and strengthens us. He is our help, hope and happiness. (Psalm146:1-10)

We arrived in Arizona 3:35 am. Stopped about 5:am at a rest area and slept for an hour or so. Back on the road at 6:45 am. The sunrise was absolutely fantastic! Oh the beauty God gives us to enjoy!

We drank our Biometics liquid vitamins, feelin' great and ready to go some more miles!

New Mexico 12:30 pm. Had a flat tire 12:45 and no jack…A good citizen stopped and helped us.
We had to buy a new tire at Wal-Mart in Deming, New Mexico.

Got a motel room in Fabens, Texas 6:pm. Had a nice dinner, shower and a good night sleep.

Dec. 22nd - The One who set the galaxies in motion is the same One who addresses our needs. There is no limit to God’s love, His understanding or His power. Ive Him the broken pieces of your life and let Him heal your heart. (Psalm 147:1-11).

Left Fabens at 8:am. Thank you Connie and Rita for the Christmas goodies. They were our breakfast, lunch and snacks for two days.

11:00 – we had a BIG blow out, ruined the rim!! Jesus is our help, hope and happiness. Thank You Lord, for Preston who stopped and had a jack.

1:00 – We found a tire shop and a rim. Ralph’s friend George had a rim. Ended up buying two new tires. Now we have three new tires!! That should get us to our destination.

2:00 – Back on the road. Five more hours of driving before arriving at sister's.

7:30 pm – ARRIVED SAFELY!! THANK YOU LORD JESUS!!

This is how our road trip went. I will update with more things that we do. The weather hasn't been too good and we have actually just enjoyed being home with each other, visiting, playing games, eating, sleeping, visiting, eating some more :-) You know how the holiday's are.

Stay tuned, we will be sharing our Christ-mas eve and Christ-mas Day with you next.

A Great Family Christmas Vacation

Located in a spectacular parkland setting, the Elkhorn Resort in Canada provides an
exciting family getaway.

Nestled adjacent to the world-renowned Riding Mountain National Park, Elkhorn provides an all-season playground for adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Right now through membership, you can book a 3 Bedroom Chalet for 8 people for only $625 for the entire week. Your suite includes a fireplace, full kitchen, and a jet tub off the master bedroom.

When comparing the exact dates and unit size, you would be paying over $2500.00 for this exact week if booking direct.

That's over an $1,800.00 savings on this one week alone.

These types of savings are available exclusively to our members.

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A Great Christmas Getaway

Get ready for the exclusive Marriott's Manor Club at Ford's Colony, a graceful resort in Williamsburg, VA.

Located within the award-winning Ford's Colony private community, this Williamsburg resort is surrounded by luxury and charm.

Your 2-bedroom private villa comes complete with a full kitchen, a separate living & dining area, washer/dryer, an enclosed balcony or patio, and fireplace.

When comparing the exact dates and unit size, (2 Bedroom), booking your family here through a major travel provider will cost you $1,193.94 for the week.

However, you can book this entire vacation right now through membership for only $475.

That's a minimum savings of over $700.00 on this one great vacation alone.

These types of savings are available exclusively to our members. Or, create your own vacation experience. The vacation you want with the value you expect.

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Watch the movie, then click the lower right hand corner to browse the registry for yourself. You will be asked to log in. Login: resort ~ Password: lookfor (all lower case).

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A New Thing

We are changing the look of our blogs and do hope you enjoy them. With the New Year fast approaching, we look forward to new things taking place.

"Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth. Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert" (Isaiah 43:19).

We are excited to be able to share with you, what we have been blessed with... God first, family and friends, good health, a lifetime of luxury vacations, savings on our airfare, and much more.

We will be sharing with you our personal testimony and how we were blessed with this unbelievable travel membership, how we have used it, where we have gone, pictures we have taken and testimonies from others who also have this membership.

This opportunity was presented to us as 100 years of vacationing. Sounded good, in light of the price. It cost less than one average vacation plan, and had a marketing plan attached enabling us to recover not only our initial investment, but set our own plan and work it or not. Our choice. Vacation or not. Our choice.

The kicker ~ we had options, without a bunch of ridiculous time share fees, maintenance fees, upkeep, and hidden costs for the rest of time.

Saving on all the fees and extra hidden costs of a timeshare makes it all the more worthwhile!

With over 5000 time share properties in the inventory to choose from at any time, many of them "live weeks" or "hot weeks" to choose from, savings on airfare, or even choosing a cruise option, there is always something more fun, adventuresome, and pleasing to God than stressing over how to make a buck.

Whatever your reason ~ do take time to look this over before you let it go to rest.

When are we suppose to go away anywhere and take time to rest, you're probably thinking?

Just log on to check out the full details of this lifetime travel package and potential "business-on-the-go if you wish" offer.

It's a special treat that's delightfully within reach.

After all, didn't God Himself say that we are to take time for rest?

Thank you for visiting us. Do come back again, as we will be sharing lots of "new things" with you.

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