Day 5 and 6 Branson

Again, beautiful scenery and a blessed re-connection with family.  Branson, MO is only about a 40 minute drive from Harrison, AR.  It has so many things to do that we were not sure what to do first.  We finally made a decision to see the show Samson.  What a production!   The set was awesome, horses camels, dogs, birds and donkeys were used and when Samson brings down the temple it was epic.  

Next, we visited 
John's Great Uncle and Aunt, Dan and Pat Cooper.  Dan is John's Grandmothers's brother on his father's side. Uncle Dan reminds me of John's Dad so much.  His mannerisms, the things he says and how he says it makes me think of him.  Their daughter, Dana, her husband, Dan M, their son, Josh and their grandson, Danny Ray visited with us also.  They all live about 15 min. outside of Branson in a small town called Forsythe.  I remember Dan and Pat when we were a young couple. They were probably our age at the time or maybe younger.  What a great visit with some very sweet people. Stories of the past, along with catching up with our families now, made the time go way too fast.  We will be back.  Thanks Dan and Pat for your hospitality and hugs. 

Dukw- During wartime, used to transport troops and supplies.
They moved slow,  hence the saying, "like a sitting duck."

We had dinner one night at Cheeky Monkey. We thought it was a restaurant with music, turned out it was a bar with great, "bar eats" and music.  We shot pool, had an adult beverage, ate good food, and even danced.  

Two tourist like things we did that was fun was a Duck tour (military land and water vehicle) and tour the largest toy museum in the world. (so they say)  The Duck tour took up to the highest point in Branson then into the water at Table Rock Lake.  It was interesting and fun, and not too hot yet. 



We ended our time in Branson with Dolly's Stampede which is a dinner show, somewhat like Medieval Times with a western theme. The food and show were great and thanks to Josh McPherson, a cousin, who got us tickets.  This show was a great way to end our visit in Branson, Mo.  

On to Nashville, TN. to meet up with the kids and grand kids.