Tango and I take off in 2 days and, of course, I am excited! The days have been warm (for the PNW) and sunny, perfect for moving things between the van, car, and RV. Some stuff in the car I will need for the summer (jackets, shower kit for the Y) so it gets moved…
This morning while Tango and I walked around the marina, I started thinking about all the wonderful bits of life I have found and experienced in Sequim. I also reflected on the many other gifts found in my travels. Life is amazing and I position myself to experience it fully. Why haven’t I made lists!?…
I went to bed early and got lots of sleep, but I still woke up feeling some of yesterday’s funk. The good news, I had my water aerobics class and knew that should really help. Sitting in the hot tub before and after was be icing on the cake. Then, I drove around, picking up…
It’s been a tough week. The loss of Radio Mike still weighs on me, perhaps because people are still posting on his FB page! A female friend is posting evocative photos of herself taken by Radio Mike nearly 20 years ago. She calls herself Mikes “Muse”. Also, a nephew of his is posting photos and…
I lost an RVing friend yesterday. Actually, he was more of an acquaintance since I only interacted with him socially about half a dozen times at the most. However, in the nomadic community, every kindred spirit is automatically a friend, so I tend to think of him that way. I was not impressed when I…
Only two weeks until I leave for my summer travels. That means I am once again working through my “pre-flight” checklist. Dentist, Tango shots, stocking up on pantry staples, topping off the propane tanks. This year, I added to the list a stop at Michaels during a big sale to acquire more paint and canvas…
What a great week so far! I started out Monday morning with every intention of doing my taxes. Then, that naughty, adventurous voice in my head said, “Why do taxes when you could walk the Poetry Trails in the Olympic National Park?” My responsible self always gives in to the adventurer, for better or worse.…
Last year before driving up to Alaska, I bought a solar power bank so I could recharge my phone or Kindle any time and any place. The power bank did not charge much via solar. Instead, I kept it charged the other way, by plugging it into my converter via a mini USB plug/port. The converter…
A storm came in from the Pacific and then over the Olympic Mountains. Even in ithe rain shadow, where I live, we were drenched. Last night, on and off, I awoke to rain, a special wet sound that is unique to this area; heavy and drenching if you can imagine a sound like that. I…
April has arrived! I accomplished my winter goals, and it is time to get excited about the spring and summer. I pull out at the end of this month, and I am beyond thrilled at the thought of traveling again. Even though I am not wandering far, it is four months of new adventures ahead! As I…