Ok, it’s been
almost 10 weeks since we pulled into this volunteer gig.
We’ve got
approximately 9 more to go.
I’m getting
the “Wanna get movin’ down the road itchin’ bitchin’ heebie jeebies” already!
Willy waiting for company in Crown King, AZ |
Don’t
misunderstand, it’s been marvelous to sit still, have a FREE space and
utilities surrounded by huge cottonwood trees, lots of green grass and a trout
stream 2 minutes walking distance away BUT it’s getting harder and harder to
watch people leave and not be able to do the same.
Montana |
I still have
a “to do” list to work on while we’re stationary that includes exciting things like
defrost the freezer (got that done …YAY), do a hands and knees cleaning job on
the tile floors, make a laundromat trip and wash a massive winter blanket in
one of those super-duper commercial-size washers AND order a new washer to
replace ours that decided to die the day we arrived, April 29th to
be exact!
Near Tucson, Arizona |
Dave ordered
new tires for the back axle and tag of the motorhome and they should be
arriving soon so we’ll be taking a trip to Helena to get those expensive
buggers mounted. (This is why we
volunteer so we can afford to buy these overpriced necessities when needed)
Near Mexican Hat, Utah |
We day-trip
frequently and have seen some remarkable scenery, landmarks and ghost towns.
Bannack, Montana |
We’ve made
lifelong friends among the volunteers and even some of the locals here.
We love the
mountains, rolling grassy hills, pine covered peaks & valleys and rocky
bottom rivers and streams that meander aimlessly in every direction.
Whitefish Lake State Park, Whitefish, Montana |
We still have
places we want to go and stay and play while parked in this summer sweet
spot.
But DANG,
we’re spoiled!
Glancing at
the scenery from the windows of a Jeep ain’t the same as parkin’ your home in
the midst of it all and having all those home comforts while you explore.
Plomosa Road - Quartzsite, Arizona - Catchin' some rainbow vibes |
Imagine
taking your home to all the vacation spots you’ve visited instead of lugging
suitcases and moving in and out of motel rooms.
Your own bed, your own towels, your own TV, all the clothes & shoes
you own are with you. Your diet doesn’t
change cuz you’re “home.” Your own
coffeemaker and favorite coffee mug is always there. Your photo albums, computer, CD’s, DVD’s,
stereo system are right there! Whether
you’re in Moab, the Grand Canyon, Mission Beach, Boston Harbor or eating a
Runza in Norfolk , Nebraska … your home is minutes away.
Cabela's parking lot - Sidney, Nebraska |
Home is
everywhere you roam and heck yeah, my life’s like that! Yay Me!
"Poverty Flats" - near Overton, Nevada |
9 weeks.
Get the list
out and get ‘er done so when the time comes the slate’s blank, the road’s open,
windshield’s clean and those new tires are ready to roll!
But who’s
counting?
Memememememememememememememememememe!
HA!! LOVED THIS!!! I FEEL YA BECK...SURE DO!
ReplyDeleteYep Miss Amy, ya know what I'm talkin' 'bout!! ;-)))
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