While browsing one of the RV groups I follow, I came across another photo that made me stop and shake my head. It showed an RV sewer hose draped across the campground picnic table. I honestly hope they weren’t planning to use that same table for lunch. This isn’t just about campground etiquette. It’s about…
This is the second installment in my “Don’t Be This Person” series, where I highlight situations that leave me scratching my head and wondering, “What were they thinking?” The first article featured someone who mounted two propane cylinders on the front bumper of their RV. I thought that one would be hard to top. Then…
This morning, I took my first beach walk of the year. We’re in South Padre Island, Texas, staying about a mile from the beach according to the bike’s speedometer. That first walk along the shoreline always brings me a special kind of joy. It’s a reminder of how much I enjoy simply being near the…
Pat and I recently attended a Cystic Fibrosis Volunteer Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas. It was a wonderful experience filled with new ideas, inspiration, and the opportunity to meet some truly remarkable people. One session, in particular, really stuck with me. It focused on storytelling. The presenter talked about the importance of being able…
I came across a photo today that immediately caught my attention. Take a look at the picture that accompanies this post. Simply put, don’t be this guy. The first question that came to mind was, “What were they thinking?” The photo shows two large propane cylinders mounted on the front of a vehicle. Not only…
One of the things I enjoy most about the RV lifestyle is the people. RVers come from every walk of life. Some travel full time, while others are weekend campers who simply enjoy getting away for a few days. We camp in everything from small travel trailers to large motorhomes, but most of us are…
If you’re anything like us, seeing a sign that says “Toll Road Ahead” usually isn’t the highlight of the trip. As more states turn to toll roads to help fund their highway systems, keeping track of the different toll programs has become more complicated. For those of us who travel through several states each year,…
A couple of days ago, we sold our Goldwing. It was a much harder day than I expected. I’ve been riding motorcycles for more than 40 years and have logged well over 200,000 miles. During that time I’ve ridden in every state except six. Some trips were with friends, others were solo adventures, but every…
Pat and I just returned from our annual motorcycle trip with friends. This year’s destination was Lanesboro, Minnesota, where we stayed at Eagle Cliff Campground just outside of town. The trip got off to an interesting start. Somewhere between packing the camper and leaving home, I had what I can only describe as a senior…