Betty's RV Park, Abbeville, LA (03-21-11)

    I heard about Betty's RV Park about 2 years ago when we came through Louisiana and didn't have time to stop here. Many people let me know what I missed out on that time, so this time around I made sure we had time to stop by.  Now that I've been here, here's my advice- if you think you want to spend 3 days here, looking around and sightseeing, you better book at least 10 days, because there's so much going on at Betty's that you won't want to miss, that the sightseeing will take a back seat.
     Before we even arrived,  Betty had called me twice.  The first time was a few days before we were due to arrive.  She called to ask me to arrive before 1 pm because everyone had been invited to a party, where there would be live music and free food.  She didn't want to miss out on it and we were invited as well.

The day we were due in, she called early in the day to say there had been a change of plans, and could we arrive by 11 am, because the party had been moved to noon.   We did make it in time to see the Judy Bailey "concert".  Judy was nominated in 1982 for the Country Music Award for New Artist.  She is putting together a new band right now, and wanted an audience for their rehearsing.  She has a phenomenal voice and is a very down to earth person.

   After our afternoon concert, we had a only a short break before the next party.  Judy's aunt had invited everyone at the RV Park (its small- only 17 spots or so) over to her riverside home for a "Big Moon" party.  The moon was closer to the earth than it has been in 35 years, and 17% brighter.  We had a great time at Irene's beautiful home, and it gave us a chance to spend time with the other  people staying at Betty's. Oh, and Judy Bailey was there, so I got to chat with her for a bit.
    Betty is very well connected in this area and there is something going on almost every day.  Yesterday Paul and I went on a swamp tour (more on that another time) and before we left, Betty told us the tour operator would be sending back some alligator meat with us to give to her.  She is cooking it for everyone on Friday at a pot luck dinner.   Sadly, we'll be gone by then.  Today everyone is at a free party at the local Casino- free drinks, lunch, music and dancing.  Paul and I opted out so that we could go exploring on our own.