George and I happily left the Haunted Hotel and began our journey to Medford. Oddly, there are two choices to get to Medford. The wonderful trek we took last year, Bear Camp Road, where our bike incurred irreparable damage. The other route is to enter California and travel back into Oregon. It is quite a beautiful ride.
On Monday September 1, 2014 we called Carol to let her know our plans for the next day. My sister, Karen, had driven from Ukiah to Medford to meet us on the final leg of our journey. Unfortunately, when she arrived at Carol's, her dog, Oliver, was having medical issues. Carol's daughter, Tiffany, and her son-in-law Steve are both veterinarians. Sadly, Ollie passed away that night. George and I were told when we reached Carol's home.
Our sweet Ollie was located after much research by my nephew Chris. My sister wanted a dog that did not shed, was loyal to her, was small, and quiet. Ollie was almost perfect! He loved Karen with the total loyalty that only a canine can give a human. He was lucky enough to live in Gold River and be a member of the Small White Dog Club. Actually I think the club was disbanded for bias, but I believe he was invited to some holiday get togethers. He also had Mary, Karen's neighbor, who loved him and walked him with her little white dog, Blanca, when Karen worked.
Ollie was so spoiled- when I would walk into Karen's home he would bark at me until I gave him a treat.
Ollie was devoted to Karen. If she was gone, he would sit on her dining room table and look out the window for her to return. I was one of the only people he felt comfortable staying with, and we decided that was because he sensed we were related.
Ollie was my sister's best friend and her constant companion. We will miss you Ollie.
We were able to do some memorable things in Medford, because nothing keeps good shoppers from Ashland! Carol took us to a beautiful property on the Rogue River where we relaxed and had a
picnic. The home is owned by her daughter's in-laws. Quite wonderful. In the late afternoon we went to Ashland, walked around, and then had the pleasure of hearing the Blue Lightning Band play. At 6:45 most evenings there is a free performance in the Green prior to the plays. That evening it was a 7 women band who really rocked the stage. We loved them.
We also got to visit with Tiffany and her son Owen during our day. These are all the reasons we love coming to Carol's home.
Tomorrow- Home again.
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