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Wednesday had its charms. The tech talk went quite well especially for a first attempt. We had a good time at the potluck dinner even enjoying some Skyline Chili. Afterwards we huddled under their awning enjoying campfire style conversation in the rain with Rich,...
One of the great values of the üCamp gatherings is the opportunity for newbies to learn tips, tricks, and techniques from some of the more seasoned teardrop users. This year we actually got organized. Greg picked a time and place and Allison sent emails to everyone to...
Today's itinerary at üCamp19 allowed for plenty of time to visit other campers and even a little downtime. The nicest part of the open schedule Was that it gave us an opportunity to visit nearby friends for dinner and conversation while watching the sunset. Just eight...
They top the list of the best doughnuts in the Sugarcreek area. We discovered these mammoth delicacies a couple of years ago when you could only get them from the doughnut truck parked at the car wash on select Friday mornings. These days they actually have a store...
The tradition on Day One of üCamp is to gather for wine and cheese and a chance to greet old and new friends. This time we could also tour the latest T@G, T@B, and 400 models as well as preview the Barefoot Caravan, a British RV that nüCamp expects to bring to the US...
It's been twelve years since I read this tale of music and magic, evil and courage set in Cornwall. Last time I read it in paperback format in the 1990's. In the intervening years the two of us have been making the transition to a digital library so this time I read...
Gunpowder for St Paddy's Day? Maybe not so inappropriate as it might sound. Karen discovered Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford back in August. Our friends Stan & Mary invited us to their house for a delicious Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner...
Actually we're celebrating Allen's birthday rather than the anniversary of perhaps the most famous political assassination in history. We're introducing him and Joyce to our favorite libation station, The Cut, in downtown Sylva before we head on to dinner at Lulu's....
Among the memorabilia that our parents squirreled away for decades are some old newspapers. Coverage of Apollo 11 and Neil Armstrong's walk on the moon or coverage when Hurricane Donna hit the Florida Suncoast. What's fascinating are the other stories, like the...
An internet article published in August of last year described a plan to bring high speed internet to our neighborhood. Western Carolina University who is our electricity provider has entered into a contract with Morris Broadband to bring high speed internet to the...
Planning a trip? Dreaming of travel? Perhaps some of our adventures could inspire yours! Over the last several years we’ve had the distinct pleasure of many cross country journeys traveling though the Lower 48 in tents and our various teardrop campers as well as an amazing Alaska adventure that did not involve a camper.
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Over the course of 48 hours we managed to get a taste of Venice, Italy exploring at least a little of its narrow walkways, bridges, cafes, and museums.We’ve truly enjoyed our opportunity to learn more of it’s history, ride in a gondola, and savor some amazing food and drink.
Departing from Roma Termini Gorgeous Tuscany countryside One hour thirty-seven minutes train ride from Rome to Florence Greeted with a lucious Tuscan breakfast And the best gelato ever! Members of the Medici family depicted with the Magi Fabulous architecture in the...
It was a short but rewarding visit to the ancient capital of the Roman Empire. We enjoyed walking the narrow streets, savoring the sights and tastes of this timeless city, and especially getting close to thousands of years old monuments and even inside of the world famous Roman Colosseum.