Today was the last student day and I was sad to say goodbye to my students. Yesterday, the district 'kindly' reminded those of us who are laid off that we are still laid off with a special letter: "Due to the complexity and difficulty involved... we will contact the teachers to be rehired ... no later than June 16, 2010...." Don't you just feel so sad for their difficulties. After all, I only have to evacuate my room entirely in the next two days.
The RV is still at the shop. They will let me know this afternoon what is needed. I haven't started packing because I had to finish up this month's class while my internet was giving me fits by turning off randomly.
The worst news, though, is that Margaret is once again saving the day for her school and will not be able to join me at the beginning of the trip. She will try to meet me around Albuquerque, but we haven't figured that all out yet. I'm just sadly selfish. I was so looking forward to her company. She can converse so much more intelligently than my dear felines.
Fortunately, I'm thrilled to have a place to stop in Albuquerque, Rita's! I will post the map by tomorrow if there are any other generous souls willing to take in an unemployed, cat-loving teacher. The cats would stay in the RV =^..^=
Since I don't have the tow bar installed for my car, and I don't know about towing it anyway, I'm perplexed at this juncture. Should I bring my car or drive a giant RV around for transportation when I get to Florida? Maybe I should consider driving my car down for graduation. Leave it in Florida. Then fly back to take care of things and return in a more leisurely manner in the RV. Right now I just don't know.
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
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.
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
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!
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Searching for the 'Perfect' RV
Wow! I am overwhelmed with all the positive support for my journey. Thanks for joining me! I look forward to a unique and wonderful time.
I'm bursting out of my skin I'm so happy. Already I've gotten my hair cut an colored and have lost some of those awful stress pounds. Yeah!
This morning my beloved pets woke me way too early by walking across my chest. Back and forth, back and forth they went with a definite agenda in mind: Food! Padding to their kitty kibble, I surveyed my home. It struck me what a crazy thing I was doing. How could I possibly get prepared in time? What did I need to do to get ready? I took a deep breath and made a mental list...the hard copy will be coming soon.
At the top of my list was the need for storage. Today I acquired two storage units of 10' by 10' each. The special deal was half price for the first four months, so two 10' by 10' units were cheaper than the 10' by 20'. They credit you for the rental truck, too. I paid three months in advance. I'm committed. My classroom items will be the first to grace those metal walls. This week will be clean-up and give-away time at school. Hopefully I'll be done with that by this Friday. Home stuff...that's in the works.
Next, I need the blasted RV! I went to several places where the people were happy to say that my search would be fruitless. I bid them 'good day' and drove away determined to continue undaunted. My best bet seems to be online purchase through Ebay Motors. In fact, I just made a bid on one. Here's the RV I want. The gentleman selling it has been very helpful, but, of course, he wants more money (who doesn't). At this moment, I am the highest bidder. I'll have to wait two days for the auction to end. If you know how Ebay works, this is risky. Please pray hard because I don't have much time!
Today was also special because I got to see both of my brothers, David and Eric. They are supportive of my cross country venture. My heart was happy to hug my nieces, Imelda and Erika, and my nephew, Howard. I haven't spent enough time with them and they are growing up fast. What's funny is, I think I might actually get more opportunities to see them now, even though I'm leaving California for the summer, perhaps longer.
As I was writing this, I got a lovely instant message from my dear friend, Margaret. She has been in the same online master's program with me. Since she lives in California also, we are discussing the possibility of sharing this trip either as a caravan or together in the RV. Either way, it's a wonderful addition to the trip. Joy is doubled when it's shared.
Tippy told me she wants to make a video before we leave. She is particularly proud of her cute twitchy tail. Just for her: Coming to your Computer! Tippy's Tail Twitching starring Tippy and friends. You'll laugh! You'll snicker! You'll ask for treats!
I'm bursting out of my skin I'm so happy. Already I've gotten my hair cut an colored and have lost some of those awful stress pounds. Yeah!
This morning my beloved pets woke me way too early by walking across my chest. Back and forth, back and forth they went with a definite agenda in mind: Food! Padding to their kitty kibble, I surveyed my home. It struck me what a crazy thing I was doing. How could I possibly get prepared in time? What did I need to do to get ready? I took a deep breath and made a mental list...the hard copy will be coming soon.
At the top of my list was the need for storage. Today I acquired two storage units of 10' by 10' each. The special deal was half price for the first four months, so two 10' by 10' units were cheaper than the 10' by 20'. They credit you for the rental truck, too. I paid three months in advance. I'm committed. My classroom items will be the first to grace those metal walls. This week will be clean-up and give-away time at school. Hopefully I'll be done with that by this Friday. Home stuff...that's in the works.
Next, I need the blasted RV! I went to several places where the people were happy to say that my search would be fruitless. I bid them 'good day' and drove away determined to continue undaunted. My best bet seems to be online purchase through Ebay Motors. In fact, I just made a bid on one. Here's the RV I want. The gentleman selling it has been very helpful, but, of course, he wants more money (who doesn't). At this moment, I am the highest bidder. I'll have to wait two days for the auction to end. If you know how Ebay works, this is risky. Please pray hard because I don't have much time!
Today was also special because I got to see both of my brothers, David and Eric. They are supportive of my cross country venture. My heart was happy to hug my nieces, Imelda and Erika, and my nephew, Howard. I haven't spent enough time with them and they are growing up fast. What's funny is, I think I might actually get more opportunities to see them now, even though I'm leaving California for the summer, perhaps longer.
As I was writing this, I got a lovely instant message from my dear friend, Margaret. She has been in the same online master's program with me. Since she lives in California also, we are discussing the possibility of sharing this trip either as a caravan or together in the RV. Either way, it's a wonderful addition to the trip. Joy is doubled when it's shared.
Tippy told me she wants to make a video before we leave. She is particularly proud of her cute twitchy tail. Just for her: Coming to your Computer! Tippy's Tail Twitching starring Tippy and friends. You'll laugh! You'll snicker! You'll ask for treats!
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