6/24/12 Sunday-Driving to Vacaville CA

We got up about 7:15 this morning, got dressed--walked the dogs, unhooked the utilities and moved the RV to a spot near the office where we could hook up the pickup. We paid our site and electric fee about $59.00 for 3 nights, visited with the office staff then got on the road. I found out that the bushes with beautiful blooms we have been seeing are oleanders, some of the trees we noticed were manzanitas- they have smooth orange-red bark, and the birds were quail (with a top knot). We got gas in Merced CA and missed the turn on to 99 North, so we had to circle a few blocks to get back to the entrance ramp. We drove to Turlock and got off at a Walmart to buy supplies--also--Steve was having withdrawals because he hadn't been to Walmart. We got a special cushion for Steve to sit on while driving because his shoulders and neck have been bothering him. I am not sure but I guess the cushion will raise his butt and make less strain on his neck and shoulders??? There was quite a bit of traffic this morning and I wanted Steve to take a break. We had quite a time getting the RV parked and the security guy was watching us; then he came around and said it looked fine, stay an hour or so if wanted--OK. We got back on the road and all was good til about Stockton, CA then it was busy, but it got pretty jammed up where 99 meets I-80 at Sacramento. We both had to be on our toes to make it without problems. We got to Vineyard RV Park in Vacaville,CA about 4:00 PM and got a spot. We ordered pizza, walked the dogs, showered, etc. The cost is $49/night - we will probably stay another night then move north to see the Redwoods. We plan to see the Golden Gate Bridge and Nob Hill tomorrow. Will have to add pictures later - we are having trouble getting the computer to download the camera card.