What's Next in RV Prep?

My 'Slightly Used' RV

After it set in that I actually own this huge vehicle, I thought it needed some preparation. Although I wanted to get the stereo done, I started with a few other things.

I just returned from Target with some new bedding. The RV mattress was rather hard so I figured that a backache was not a good thing when I'm driving. I'll also need some type of pillow for my back since the seat does not adjust. It's actually rather funny. If I sit back, I feel like I need a beer belly and a beer in my hand.  There's so much room in the wrong ways!

I examined the stepping stools because yesterday I scraped my right knee and pinched my left leg behind the knee. Getting in and out of this RV is quite a challenge. Should I post my bruises so far?

Tomorrow I'm taking the RV in to get serviced. Hopefully the starting issue isn't that serious. I hesitated to buy any emergency items until I knew more about what I needed.

RV Rides Home Saturday!

Saturday is the day the lovely, scary RV will roll onto Lincoln Avenue with its giant, imposing presence!  My neighbors warned me about other neighbors who complain about RVs parked near their homes. "You must put a sign on it when it's on Lincoln that you are 'Loading and Unloading' or you'll get a ticket!" Thus begins the next phase of my adventure--Parking!! Wait! I have to learn how to actually drive it first!

Many warm wishes and wary warnings have whisked past my ears since I so recklessly bought this RV sight unseen. Yes, I did. I believe! I believe it will be fantastic.

Tomorrow I will take it to the mechanic.  Let's get real, though.  What's really important is the technology! A proper CD player with MP3 hook up must replace that 80s cassette player.  The 'aoooogah' horn must be tested for appropriate shock value. Then, my personal touch must be applied to those lovely 80s fake wood paneling and table. After all, I will need to look good and enjoy my podcasts if it actually, Lord forbid, breaks down!

The cats have no idea what's coming. They blissfully sleep while I wonder if the anti-stress kitty calmer I will slip into their water will do the trick. Last night I had a dream that Buddy was meowing the entire trip. Oh the horror! Will he try to cuddle on my lap and look out the window? Should I buy kitty seat belts?


Let the RV training begin!

My Kitties

Buddy, my sweetheart! He actually gives me a kiss when I ask, but doesn't always come when called. He doesn't like his picture taken.

Baby, aka Crook, my big baby! He is a big kitty with a tiny meow. He's shy and likes to hide underneath blankets...on top of you.

Tippy, my heart! Poor little thing has turned into a butterball which makes it uncomfortable when she wants to sleep on my chest. She is the most adorable kitty that even cat avoiders love her!

My Inspiration

When I was in high school, I read the book, Walk Across America by Peter Jenkins.  His stories about meeting interesting and helpful people on the way caught my fancy.  It appealed to the part of me that rebelled against the commonly accepted direction for a girl's life at that time.  It appealed to my hunger to learn, explore and experience the world.

My dad once said that he and I shared a 'hobo heart'.  His hopes to explore the entire world never faded.  I know he'd approve of the adventure I've chosen.  He would want to join me, I'm sure.

A friend is joining me! Margaret Campbell also lives in California and will meet me in Riverside on May 28th.  We will leave on the 29th. Both of us are working on the best route.  At this point, it will be a modified southern route through AZ, NM, and TX, then along the Gulf coast.  Let me know if you are along the way so we can visit you, if possible.