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Howdie!  Its been a while.  As I am writing this I am in flight. Somewhere halfway between Tampa,  FL and Las Vegas, NV. I see the occasional patch of snow passing by thousands of feet below me, in what seems like slow motion.  One of the reasons I so longed to leave Colorado, one year and 5 months ago, was to get away from the snow.  Now below me these occasional patches are turning into larger areas.  Trees and hills are turning white, too.  I am on my way to California. Where 6 months ago I ventured to Tijuana, Mexico for dental work. Now its time to get the job finished. But that might just be another blog soon! Our journey has taken us to so many places. So many new life experiences. Our relationship has grown immensely because we managed to push forward.  A shared goal in mind: To see and  experience new things and grow together as a couple and eventually gain clarity of what it is that we want to see and be at the end of ou...

Welcome back!   Its been a while, has it? We've been busy settling in and getting yet another chapter of our adventure started. While things tend to fall into place somewhat naturally for us, there are still lots of conversations that take place,  decisions to be made. We've been here in Largo for about 6 weeks now and are enjoying learning about our surroundings and what this area has to offer people like us, who like to be active. While Covid has changed a few options for entertainment, there is no shortage of things to do around here. The beaches are beautiful.  Period.  If you put in a little effort you'll find free parking.  We are about 20 to 30 minutes from several beaches.  One of my favorite parts here is the fact that no matter what direction you drive,  you'll be passing or driving across large bodies of water. Which makes me feel like I am on a constant vacation. Can you beat that?  Shopping? Hello world, here I come after I win the lo...

  Growing up in Germany 🇩🇪 I can't say I was an Elvis fan.  But I am certain generations before me were! If you would have told me back then, that one day I would be walking 🚶‍♂️ on Elvis's property I would have called you delirious! Well on that beautiful day in October I did, accompanied by my wonderful husband. What an honor to visit "HIM"! From his humble beginnings in Tupelo, Mississippi, to his rock & roll megastardom   Elvis Presley lead a truly larger-than-life existence. When I think of Elvis I always think of the song "walking in Memphis ". I wasn't sure what to expect.  For today's standards, Graceland is not as grand as I thought. Todays mansions have entrances made for a king with huge staircases; with kitchens the size of 10 kitchens put together, where I grew up. Not to forget the walk-in pantry, dual range and a fridge big enough to store food for an entire football team.  His kitchen was dark, with carpeting. But for the era i...

  WE MADE IT  6 weeks of traveling, crossing the southern parts of the US. 6 weeks ago we embarked on this journey, leaving behind a beautiful serene place that we fell in love with instantly.  Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead, Escondido,  CA. Just to trade it in for what was really a lot of uncertainty.   ,Not knowing if our new temporary home would be equally wonderful. Lunch at the Famcamp in  Oklahoma City,  OK 6 weeks ago we packed up our things, yet again. The plan was to drive an average of 3 to 4 hours per day.  To not rush but take things slow, to " smell the roses" along our long path.  This journey took us through California, Arizona, New Mexico,  Texas, Oklahoma,  Arkansas, Mississippi,  Alabama and finally FLORIDA!  Us in Old Mesilla, NM But in the real world,  it's not just those red roses along the way. Obstacles scattered our path like thorns,  to remind us that one must sometimes master obstac...

The Destin Army Recreation Area Florida   🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝🏝  The location and cost of this place are the best features.  On one side of this park you have awesome views of Choctawhatchee Bay and another 3 miles (approximately) and you are at the beach.   This campground is a combination of RV sites with a handful of pull thru's but mostly back in sites that can take a little navigation to squeeze in. The other feature here are the guest houses and "hotel rooms " that are available for rent.  Most of these have bay views. For kids there's a splash park and play ground. The swimming 🏊‍♂️ pool is a definite bonus with its shady covered areas to just "be ". We paid $ 40 per night for our full hookup site. Prices vary by rank.  For us, this is on the upper end of what we are used to paying at FamCamps/military installations but fact is, you pay more because you are at a desirable area of Florida.  Click on the link below for more info about this RV...

  Midway RV Park, TN ************************ This RV park, located on NSA Mid-South,  a 30 minute drive from Memphis is a quiet and quaint place.  At 48 RV sites its on the smaller side.  Tucked away behind the commissary it has a nice dog park within walking distance, across the street. The rates vary, depending on rank, but are very reasonable @ less than $ 29 a night. Make sure to use the main (north) gate with your RV.    Pros : - Easy self check-in  - Full hookups - Quiet and small  - Grassy, paved and level  - Tall trees 🌳  - Many shaded spots - Dog friendly with dog   stations - Free laundry   - Walking distance to dog  park   - Next to commissary   Cons : - Approximate 30 min. drive to  Memphis  - Adjacent commissary is expensive & small - No fire pits  - Mosquitoes 🦟 come out at dusk We give this well maintained RV park a 👍!