Hello,
A new year and I'm still not retired.
One of the problems I've had with writing is doing exactly the same thing everyday. How does one write about the same thing everyday? When I first started the plan was to record my journey to full time rving. Now a year later I'm still doing the same thing. My first reaction was to quit blogging but now I've decided to continue in the hope that recording life will benefit me down the road.
My youngest daughter moved in with me in December. I thought this would benefit both of us financially but so far she has only worked 1 week out of 4. She did have minor surgery requiring her to be off work for 2 weeks, then she worked a week and had another minor health issue. She just needs to get back to work so our lives can become somewhat routine.
Last week I checked out driving to Florida for the weekend. Too many hours driving to overnight in Florida then head back home. Today I'm going to check on temps and camping around Atlanta or maybe Mississippi. I need somewhere within a 6 hr drive. Florida is 10 hrs or more. It's just too cold for camping anywhere close.
Today's plan: Research trips within a 6 hr driving range and price and stock all the books on the 2 tables. Then I can start on the boxes of books under the tables.
I'm going to get off here and do some research.
Have a great day!
Showing posts with label family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family. Show all posts
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Thursday, July 2, 2015
FAMILY REUNION
The family reunion turned out really well. The 5 living brothers & sisters plus our mother, 12 of the nieces and nephews and their families all showed up. All totaled we had 43 people in 5 generations of the family. There was lots to do, hiking, horseback riding, swimming, and a campfire every night. Lots of good food and interesting conversation.
Having this at the state park allowed everyone to enjoy activities with their children and share with cousins. Each family had their own cabin or lodge room which allowed for down time yet we were all close enough to participate in the current activities if we wanted.
I can't wait for the next one.
Having this at the state park allowed everyone to enjoy activities with their children and share with cousins. Each family had their own cabin or lodge room which allowed for down time yet we were all close enough to participate in the current activities if we wanted.
I can't wait for the next one.
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
January 26, 2014
I went to the Rv show yesterday. Spent a lot of time looking at travel trailers. I was very impressed with the Lance. Of course the price was outrageous. I wouldn't be able to buy a new Lance and a truck so I'll be looking for something used.
The thing I really liked about the Lance was the true 4 season pkgs. I think I could live in this for a month in Kentucky during the winter. Certainly not all winter but when I'm in town visiting my children.
However, looking at the amenities and storage for the smallest trailers leaves a lot to desire. Regular cab pickup is about 19' and then the smaller trailers are about 19' so now your about 38' or 40' in length. Increase your trailer size to 22' or 24' to add the extras you want and your over 40' in length. This does not sound easy to drive, much less park.
We also toured some Bs and Cs while at the show. When it comes to driving these seem much easier to handle. Of course you lose a lot of storage area. If I was going to keep my house I would definitely go for a B.
So much to think about. Will I ever make a decision?
Have a great day!
January 22, 2014
Sunday my daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and niece came for dinner. I love having them over. I can't imagine not spending time with my family. We don't get together weekly or even monthly but I love it when they can all be here. This is what worries me about selling the house and traveling. It wouldn't worry me if I had the money to keep the house and travel. To go months without a visit is not a big deal but years would not be possible. I have to work this out in my mind somehow.
My brothers and sisters are scattered all over the country and we seldom see each other. My parents divorced and lived 1000 miles apart. Some of us grew up in Ky and some in Fl. We now live in KY, FL, TX, MO and KS. Sometimes we go for years without visits. I have nieces and nephews I've never met. Thank goodness for facebook which has allowed me to see pictures of their birthdays and accomplishments.
I went to the Rv show yesterday. Spent a lot of time looking at travel trailers. I was very impressed with the Lance. Of course the price was outrageous. I wouldn't be able to buy a new Lance and a truck so I'll be looking for something used.
The thing I really liked about the Lance was the true 4 season pkgs. I think I could live in this for a month in Kentucky during the winter. Certainly not all winter but when I'm in town visiting my children.
However, looking at the amenities and storage for the smallest trailers leaves a lot to desire. Regular cab pickup is about 19' and then the smaller trailers are about 19' so now your about 38' or 40' in length. Increase your trailer size to 22' or 24' to add the extras you want and your over 40' in length. This does not sound easy to drive, much less park.
We also toured some Bs and Cs while at the show. When it comes to driving these seem much easier to handle. Of course you lose a lot of storage area. If I was going to keep my house I would definitely go for a B.
So much to think about. Will I ever make a decision?
Have a great day!
January 22, 2014
Sunday my daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren and niece came for dinner. I love having them over. I can't imagine not spending time with my family. We don't get together weekly or even monthly but I love it when they can all be here. This is what worries me about selling the house and traveling. It wouldn't worry me if I had the money to keep the house and travel. To go months without a visit is not a big deal but years would not be possible. I have to work this out in my mind somehow.
My brothers and sisters are scattered all over the country and we seldom see each other. My parents divorced and lived 1000 miles apart. Some of us grew up in Ky and some in Fl. We now live in KY, FL, TX, MO and KS. Sometimes we go for years without visits. I have nieces and nephews I've never met. Thank goodness for facebook which has allowed me to see pictures of their birthdays and accomplishments.
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