Tales of our weekend in the central valley can be found at Bullwinkle's Place. Lots of fun was had by all. And, it's official: We joined a club.
Also of note, we notice lots of RVs on the road today. Of course, that meant we got to play many enthusiastic rounds of Whats'at? But, more importantly, we were encouraged by the encouraging number of cohorts we saw along our way. We don't know, but that has to be some kind of good news, doesn't it?
Home again on a Sunday evening, we are a bit melancholy. But, this week things are different. We're off again on Friday morning. This time, for nine days.
We can't wait!
Fighting Flies
Wanna know what happens when you're RVing in Central California on a warm November afternoon, decide to host an open house and have the door to your rig wide open for an hour or so?
You get flies. Lots of them.
Today we've taken turns with the swatter and taken aim on the seemingly zillions of flies that have taken up residence in our rig. It's a nice place, we know. But, these critters are not welcome.
Boris has made a game of it. "My goal is to get three before I take a shower," he declared with swatter in hand. Moments later he headed off to the shower a proud overachiever. "I got four!" he exclaimed.
We've made a significant dent in the number of flying pests around our rolling home. But, I can see a couple of those darn things sitting in the sun right now.
Gotta go.
You get flies. Lots of them.
Today we've taken turns with the swatter and taken aim on the seemingly zillions of flies that have taken up residence in our rig. It's a nice place, we know. But, these critters are not welcome.
Boris has made a game of it. "My goal is to get three before I take a shower," he declared with swatter in hand. Moments later he headed off to the shower a proud overachiever. "I got four!" he exclaimed.
We've made a significant dent in the number of flying pests around our rolling home. But, I can see a couple of those darn things sitting in the sun right now.
Gotta go.
Open House
We're enjoying our second of three nights in our home away from home. This weekend we're at the San Luis RV Resort in Santa Nella, CA. It's an old park, built years ago to house federal workers in mobile homes while they constructed the nearby reservoir. For most, it's a spot for a quick overnight on I-5. For us, it's a fun weekend with a group of Winnebago enthusiasts we met on our first night as newbie RV owners.
We've joined the Chardonnay Travelers here as part of their Thanksgiving celebration rally. There are 18 or so rigs here filled with absolutely lovely people who know how to have a good time. Already, we've enjoyed good food, wine and lots of laughs. It's a really great group.
Today started with an extra hearty hot breakfast served up by the cheerful wagonmasters. By midday, there were plans coming together to enjoy lunch at a legendary pea soup restaurant a few miles up the road. Boris and I decided to board our bikes and pedal for our rich, creamy lunch. We pedaled four miles or so on a state highway buzzing with speeding cars, 18-wheelers and RVs. That was an adventure! The only thing worse was we made the return trip with our tummies filled with hearty rich soup!
As early afternoon began to turn late, we decided to host an impromptu open house to introduce the members of this fine group to Bullwinkle. With several bottles of chilled sparkling wine and a tray of hot appetizers, we welcomed the group for an early happy hour to celebrate our new motorhome. It was a truly wonderful party. There's nothing like sharing your motorhome with other motorhome owners. Natasha snapped a few pictures while Boris kept the bubbles flowing. We'll get them posted at Bullwinkle's place ASAP.
Our party was followed by a hearty dinner filled with good food, wine and lots of laughter. Now, we're chillin' in our hospitable motorhome, ready for a good night's rest.
Buenas Noches from Santa Nella!
We've joined the Chardonnay Travelers here as part of their Thanksgiving celebration rally. There are 18 or so rigs here filled with absolutely lovely people who know how to have a good time. Already, we've enjoyed good food, wine and lots of laughs. It's a really great group.
Today started with an extra hearty hot breakfast served up by the cheerful wagonmasters. By midday, there were plans coming together to enjoy lunch at a legendary pea soup restaurant a few miles up the road. Boris and I decided to board our bikes and pedal for our rich, creamy lunch. We pedaled four miles or so on a state highway buzzing with speeding cars, 18-wheelers and RVs. That was an adventure! The only thing worse was we made the return trip with our tummies filled with hearty rich soup!
As early afternoon began to turn late, we decided to host an impromptu open house to introduce the members of this fine group to Bullwinkle. With several bottles of chilled sparkling wine and a tray of hot appetizers, we welcomed the group for an early happy hour to celebrate our new motorhome. It was a truly wonderful party. There's nothing like sharing your motorhome with other motorhome owners. Natasha snapped a few pictures while Boris kept the bubbles flowing. We'll get them posted at Bullwinkle's place ASAP.
Our party was followed by a hearty dinner filled with good food, wine and lots of laughter. Now, we're chillin' in our hospitable motorhome, ready for a good night's rest.
Buenas Noches from Santa Nella!
Relief
Big work week for both of us. And, it's only Tuesday.
Ugh.
Right now, we're both worn out and dog tired. On days like today, our fulltiming dream feels light years off in the distance. You see, today, it's tough to see the forest for the trees.
There is a forest out there, though. It's rich and green. It stretches out for scenic miles, with the friendliest people you'd ever want to meet. It's full of adventure, things to see and places to get a very good night's rest.
Yep. We need to remember that.
Besides, we're going "camping" on Thursday.
For us, that spells R-E-L-I-E-F.
Ugh.
Right now, we're both worn out and dog tired. On days like today, our fulltiming dream feels light years off in the distance. You see, today, it's tough to see the forest for the trees.
There is a forest out there, though. It's rich and green. It stretches out for scenic miles, with the friendliest people you'd ever want to meet. It's full of adventure, things to see and places to get a very good night's rest.
Yep. We need to remember that.
Besides, we're going "camping" on Thursday.
For us, that spells R-E-L-I-E-F.
Purging, Piecing and Chat
We enjoyed a very quiet Saturday at home. Chilly temps, fog and rain made it easy to decide to stay inside. We made the most of this perfect day for purging. Boris tackled his closet, and I went to work on three closets. I knocked out two with no problem at all. But, dreaded closet number 3 - in the office - proved to be too much for one day. But, I'm pleased to report I made good progress.
Taking a break from purging, I went to work on my quilt project. While I sat pinning pieces of fabric together, I decided to check in on the RV-Dreams Chat Room. I had never been, but thought it might be time to introduce myself. Entering the virtual space I immediately felt a warm welcome by my virtual RVing friends. I hung out for an hour or so while I continued to work on the quilt. Then, Boris called me away for cocktail hour. I said so long to my virtual friends and put away my quilting toys. (I have my priorities!)
A day like today reminds us that purging takes time. We're pleased at the progress we made today. And, we know we have lots more to do!
Taking a break from purging, I went to work on my quilt project. While I sat pinning pieces of fabric together, I decided to check in on the RV-Dreams Chat Room. I had never been, but thought it might be time to introduce myself. Entering the virtual space I immediately felt a warm welcome by my virtual RVing friends. I hung out for an hour or so while I continued to work on the quilt. Then, Boris called me away for cocktail hour. I said so long to my virtual friends and put away my quilting toys. (I have my priorities!)
A day like today reminds us that purging takes time. We're pleased at the progress we made today. And, we know we have lots more to do!
No Worries
Between the volatile stock market, record high unemployment numbers and a new, unknown administration on the way, our personal job security is rather tenuous these days.
Fine by us!
Things for both of us at work are, shall we say, less than desirable. Without our great escape on the horizon, frankly, we'd both be looking for new jobs.
We joked about it on election night. But, truth is, with a moose ready to go whenever we are, and a house in a desirable neighborhood that looks like it's in demand for potential buyers, we feel like we're in pretty good shape.
Rather than updating our resumes, we're updating our plans. If things continue to head south, the sun and planets could align to provide us the perfect opportunity for our great escape.
Not that we want things to head further south, of course. But, just in case they do, we have one awesome backup plan.
Fine by us!
Things for both of us at work are, shall we say, less than desirable. Without our great escape on the horizon, frankly, we'd both be looking for new jobs.
We joked about it on election night. But, truth is, with a moose ready to go whenever we are, and a house in a desirable neighborhood that looks like it's in demand for potential buyers, we feel like we're in pretty good shape.
Rather than updating our resumes, we're updating our plans. If things continue to head south, the sun and planets could align to provide us the perfect opportunity for our great escape.
Not that we want things to head further south, of course. But, just in case they do, we have one awesome backup plan.
Election Night Fun
We cast our last votes in California yesterday. After making choices about trains, farm animals, marriage, alternative fuel, police, crime victims, criminals, veterans, hospitals, schools, redistricting and - oh yeah - a candidate or two, we were ready for a party.
We headed out to the 'burbs to join friends from both sides of the aisle to watch the results come in. There were moments of tears, jeers and cheers. In the end, we came together to applaud our new president-elect. Mostly, we celebrated that this lengthy election is behind us at last. Everyone is ready to move forward.
The party conversation shifted to: "What happens now?" Answers to that question were varied, but ours stuck out.
"We're going to sell our house and stuff, quit our jobs, load ourselves and our cats in our new RV and hit the road for awhile."
They think we're kidding!
We headed out to the 'burbs to join friends from both sides of the aisle to watch the results come in. There were moments of tears, jeers and cheers. In the end, we came together to applaud our new president-elect. Mostly, we celebrated that this lengthy election is behind us at last. Everyone is ready to move forward.
The party conversation shifted to: "What happens now?" Answers to that question were varied, but ours stuck out.
"We're going to sell our house and stuff, quit our jobs, load ourselves and our cats in our new RV and hit the road for awhile."
They think we're kidding!
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