Finally it was time for the cataract surgery for Leon in Little Rock, but first, we should explore Pinnacle Mountain State Park. After a short hike up a small hill I was afforded a beautiful view of the Arkansas River.
And there is the mountain the park is named for. Some day we might hike that but perhaps not all the way to the top. This is in such a beautiful area just west of Little Rock but town is coming that way fast!
Since the 5th wheel is still getting the a/c repaired we opted to return to Little Rock in the van and be in close proximity to the University of Arkansas Medical School for Leon's 6 a.m. appointment. The nice shuttle driver led us to the War Memorial Stadium parking lot where the employees park. Not only could we stay there but a shuttle runs about 4 times an hour if we needed it. OH! I forgot to put water in the van. Before we go out to dinner let me take care of that but alas, I forgot to put the drain plug back on also!
We then headed over to the Starving Artists' Cafe in the Argenta District in North Little Rock to meet Darla and Chris. The Salty Dog band entertained us while we sipped martinis and dined and then we enjoyed the taping of a live radio show featuring tales from the south. We were happy to not have to drive back to Hot Springs.
The cataract surgery went very well and Leon is amazed at how much better he can see. Then he looked in the mirror and realized it wasn't all good! An older guy was looking back at him.
