Sunday, November 25, 2012

2011 was final year



I have decided to call it Quits for Pete’s trail of lights. Yes…a few tears are happening to write this…darn wine! I have hopefully brought smiles, laughter, memories, a few cries, splendor, and speechless moments into many folks/kids/babies worlds.  For the Ten years I have lived in Circle C, eight were spent with an evolving trail of lights. Each year via my OCD, the trail grew. I could not wait to buy all the sales stuff and come up with crazy ideas for the next year. Staying outdoors until 2 or 3am without a game plan while listing to Ghostland was so awesome!  From my crazy UFO built from papasan chairs, to the Tasmanian Devil sitting on a toilet, the pleasure was all mine.

This past year, I had nothing left. The weather keeps me up all night because the inflatables must remain blown up during rain events not to mention being tied down to my house for 2.5 plus months. The cost was 8-10k per year and worth every penny. I am so going to miss it I just having nothing left in my tank. Thank you for all your support especially for the homeless donations. I am truly all about giving and helping others. I have a huge void to fill and right now I am a pretty sad dude. Hugs…and thank you for all the love and support. 

Pete Wainscott

Sunday, January 1, 2012

January 1st 2012 Final night....

A mere 11 months away from firing up the trail of lights for 2012.
Yes I have been crazy busy with seeking out deals for new LED lights, props and new items in general.
This will be our final night of this season.
Happy new year!

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Perfect Weather all week...

Looks like the final week for the trail will be all about nice weather.
We will stay open through January 1st.

Spent a good part of Monday looking and ordering new items for next year.
With new sponsors aboard, we will have some great new displays!

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Trail Closed tonight due to rain!

Trail closed tonight Saturday December 24th but hopefully the weather will cooperate for Christmas!

Christmas eve update...

Record crowds last night...tonight with the latest rain event, not likely.
Fingers crossed the rain subsides by Christmas night!
Merry Christmas to all....Hugs

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Another perfect night on the trail....

Tonight was crazy fun busy...perfect night for the trail with the cool weather.
Meeting new folks, answering questions while hearing their stories always has a place in my heart.
Seeing all the smiles and joy the trail brings is simply the best Christmas gift I could ever ask for.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Tonight /Wednesday's weather good until late!

Bring it on! The bad weather is not suppose to hit until midnight then be gone by early morning.

The trail will stay open until 11pm all week.....

Monday, December 19, 2011

Friday, December 16, 2011

Hot cocoa and donut night!

Tonight, Friday will be Hot cocoa and Shipley donut night!
Activities get kicked off around 5:30.....

Rain Gods....no rain tonight ..please

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Thursday night: Open....

85% of lights working....trail opened for now! Hopefully no huge downpours...

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Rainy days ahead! We should be open Tuesday night!

Rain forecast for the next week.
Please check for daily updates.
Drizzle we can handle...rain typically triggers the GFCI's......

Monday, December 12, 2011

Hot chocolate and donuts Friday

Weekend traffic was busy.
We have blocked off the culdesac this year for safety purposes.

Friday night is Hot Chocolate and Shipley Donut night! (weather cooperating of course)
We will kick off the festivities around 5:30....
Bring a smile.....

Friday, December 9, 2011

Friday night Success

Tonight was out first Big night.
The trail was busy right up until 10:30.
Everything is complete for the most part. Always little additions and repairs here and there. Each and every person asks the same question, "Where do you store all this"? I told one lady, "Under my bed"!
Gratitude by most is the overwhelming theme which I am thankful for.

The last couple to walk through this evening were from Puerto Rico. He was in Austin for meetings. They too were shocked.....glad to rock peoples worlds....

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Open for the Holidays people!

So maybe the trail was a bit of a disaster after all the rain and wind however we are ready to go!

Monday, December 5, 2011

Tuesday

Tuesday night we should be able to resume Pete's trail.
We will uncover all the inflatables, damage control, clean up and dry out.

Saturday, December 3, 2011

No lights tonight

Due to rainy weather Pete's Trail of Lights will be closed tonight and probably the next couple of nights after.

Friday, December 2, 2011

Closed tonight!

Due to the weather, the Trail will be closed tonight and possibly all weekend. Bummer....guess we need the rain :-)

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Weather....

With the backyard completion today and the rest of the front tomorrow.....rain is in the forecast beginning Friday evening. Just know if it is raining, the Trail will be closed. As much as we need the rain, my hope is just one or two nights rather than four!

I must say, it is really coming together and looks great this year.....

Monday, November 28, 2011

December 1st...completion

We are so close...major strides made on Sunday. The rain and wind were a big set back however we sure needed the rain. Be sure and check the blog/Facebook for weather updates. Rain forecast for this weekend.
Excited for everyone to see the new props this season.

Remember to bring mens clothing donations!  Coats, sleeping bags, blankets, socks, underwear, gloves, thermals, etc!
Enjoy.....