Living in a campground – especially a short term stay one – means witnessing the many different types of people who arrive here. As we are beginning to learn, each park has its own individual vibe which, in turn, attracts different clientele. At Tugaloo we found the clientele to be rather middle of the roadContinue reading “#28: The Tiger King of Black Rock and Other Strange Characters”
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#27: Mishap on the Mountain
Thursday was another beautiful day on the mountain. Having done a few hikes in the park I decided to try a section of the longest trail in the park; the James Edmonds trail. The trail is only 7.2 miles total (according to the park info which usually understates the length of trails) but given thatContinue reading “#27: Mishap on the Mountain”
#26: From a Nightmare Comes a Dream
I don’t know exactly how many days it’s been since the “lockdown” began as we’ve not had to change much about our lifestyle. Remembering social distancing when I do come into contact with people was a little difficult at first, but now I’m so acutely aware of people and the possibility that each one isContinue reading “#26: From a Nightmare Comes a Dream”
#23: A Plea for Action
The world has watched as, over the last few weeks, the outbreak of COVID-19 has grown to become a global pandemic. For many like us, these are uncertain times that spark significant fear over what may be to come over the coming weeks. We’ve all seen the warnings: wash your hands, distance yourself socially, stayContinue reading “#23: A Plea for Action”
#21: I’m still alive
This winter has been the winter to which all future winters will be measured against. We have endured the flu, colds, sinus and ear infections, stomach bugs with some serious vomiting, a motorcycle accident, snow, then 70 degree sunshine, then torrential rain and flooding, tornado warnings, then more snow, and a dangerous lack of hikingContinue reading “#21: I’m still alive”
#16: Reflections on a Rock
Most days are much the same lately. I get up with Junior, we hang out and have breakfast, then head out to work or go on a little walk around the park. Around 11am we come back to the camper for elevensies, a little indoor play, then it’s nap time. After his nap, it’s lunchtime,Continue reading “#16: Reflections on a Rock”
#15: Camping with Cousins
This weekend we had a much needed visit with family. Chris’ cousin, Caitlyn, her husband, Justin, and their two young children came to visit. It was a relatively last-minute thing, and it turned out rather well. There was a break in the rain and cold weather which afforded a brilliant opportunity for them to bringContinue reading “#15: Camping with Cousins”
#13: Snow Day
Last night as we were getting into bed I did the mandatory weather app check. “There’s a 30% chance of snow at 7am.” I said excitedly. “Ah, that won’t amount to anything.” Chris said dismissively. Though I knew he was probably right, the optimist in me wanted to believe it so I gave ChrisContinue reading “#13: Snow Day”
#12: Zen and the Art of RV Maintenance
“Absence of Quality is the essence of squareness.” Life in an RV is very different to conventional living. There are adjustments to be made in both the physical day-to-day living, but also in terms of one’s mentality. Some differences are obvious and readily identifiable by merely looking at any rig. Others are more subtle andContinue reading “#12: Zen and the Art of RV Maintenance”
#11: It’s a Hard Life
I’ve been working here at Vogel for 2 weeks now and have worked as a camp host for 2 months. I had anxiety about any form of work after being a stay at home Mom for a year and a half now. I had the return-to-work jitters that took a minute to wear off, butContinue reading “#11: It’s a Hard Life”
