Square Tires

May 29, 2019
Brunswick, GA to St. Matthew, SC

Now those tires sure look round to me but Momma kept talking about square tires soon after we crossed the state line from Georgia into South Carolina.  I was beginning to wish I had a seat belt to keep me from bouncing around so much.  I kept seeing Momma's head rising up over the seat as Dad steered us down the bumpy road.  I was wondering if Dad took us on an Alaskan road but then I heard Momma tell Dad that even the roads in Alaska weren't this rough when they were there.  Now, I wouldn't know about that as I wasn't even born yet for that excursion.  But I can certify that this strip of I-95 needs some smoothing out.  How am I suppose to sleep when my head keeps slamming up and down on my bed?

I guess all that bumping around was worth it because we are now at Grandma's (hee hee) house. Let me backtrack and explain that because Grandma is actually 2 months younger than Momma.  It all happened several years ago when Momma and Dad went to an Escapees Rally in Bushnell.  When they arrived at the registration desk, they were 'adopted' by Ted and Colleen who took them under their wing, made then feel welcome in the group and showed them 'the ropes'.  They even received an adoption certificate and picture.  I have to admit, you couldn't ask for nicer 'parents/grandparents'.

Well, we got a super greeting....I mean ALL of us.  Grandma LOVES me for sure and Grandpa even let me crawl up on his lap and share his chair.  Ahhhh.  What a life.  That is until they moved to the table and got out the games.  Oh well, I enjoy hearing all the friendly conversation and robust laughter.  Life is good!!

I'm Chloe

On the road again

May 28, 2019
Brunswick, Ga

The date finally rolled around and we hit the road heading north toward Georgia, but alas, Dad didn't get to see one of his favorite signs.  Lane's serves up Dad's peach cobbler topped with ice cream and is located off of I-75 in Georgia, exit 142 but our travels took us on Hwy 301 and I-95.  Not anywhere close to Lane's.

It was a rather uneventful trip which I guess is a good thing.  We didn't head out until just before 10am as Momma and Dad decided one last visit to their favorite chiropractor would launch them off in alignment.  And then there was the prescription to pick up after the pharmacy opened at 9.  With only a 4 hour trip (including breaks), we still arrived in plenty of time to get set up and for a trip to secure a second favorite of Dad's ..... seeing as he missed out on Lane's, a blizzard from Dairy Queen would have to do.

The most excitement of the day was on the trip to secure fuel.  Flashing blue lights and sirens had us pulling off to the side of the road about a dozen times as unmarked deputy vehicles rushed past us in the opposite direction from us.  It must have been a big 'event' to rally so many law enforcement officers.  On our return to the campground, it appeared that they had an area surrounded.  Guessing they were trying to close in on a ....criminal????   

Tomorrow we will continue our relaxed travel pace and stop off for a couple of days to enjoy the company of Ted and Colleen in South Carolina.  Unfortunately, we won't be escaping the mid 90's as their temps are as hot as Florida's and Georgia's.  

Catch you down the road....
I'm Chloe

Almost rolling

May 26, 2019
Still at home

So I have had a few inquiries as to why I haven't been posting any news.  It's a two fold situation:  1) Momma has been hogging the computer using RV Trip Wizard, Campground Reviews and campground websites, etc planning our trip and 2)  I have been too busy romping and stomping around the house (off lead of course)

followed by a dip or two in the pond. (Isn't that what you do to cool off when you get hot after a hard run?) Momma said her water lilies are complaining.  I say 'Tuff'

Yes, we are typically on the road by now enjoying May in states other than Florida with cooler temps but with the weather challenges people have been experiences lately, the Florida heat has become VERY agreeable to us when you consider the alternatives.  I mean, just take a look at what our neighbors Tim and Julie encountered in Custer, South Dakota.

Truthfully, May has been busy for us.  We kicked off the month with a 'project' for Dad to make Momma smile and of course we all know when Momma is happy, then...... It seems the convection microwave in the 5th wheel decided to take a bit of a vacation.  It lost power.  Dad did some trouble shooting and had it working...until Momma went to use it.  All it took was shutting the door for the power to go out.  Go figure...a short??   Luckily, RV Upgrades ships quickly and the new unit arrived before our departure to Okeechobee for the Good Sam State Rally at the beginning of the month.  

Now inquiring minds want to know where the 'short' was located in the convection/micro so some investigation was necessary.

Not sure that the short was ever found, but they sure did their best to locate it.  Truthfully, they were just salvaging any useful pieces/parts.    

The next project was the awning motor that was becoming temperamental.  "I'll work when I want to."  It was kind of like tossing the dice. So.....a new motor with a better work ethic was installed by Dad.

Then there was the re-plumbing of the water softener in the rig.  As long as Dad had the softener out to change out the resin, he decided to do an upgrade on the plumbing.  

And of course there was all the pre-trip maintenance - repacking the wheel bearings, bleeding the brakes, wash and wax and the list goes on.  I tried my best to help Dad, especially when he was laying on the creeper under the rig.  I would get out of the pond dripping wet and lay on his chest.  "What do you mean you don't appreciate all my help?  If we get this job knocked out, we can go play Frisbee.  Come on Dad!!  Yeah, I know I'm soaking wet.  Now you are too!!"

Momma picked a couple of buckets of blueberries. I'm not sure if I like blueberries or not as she hasn't shared any with me.  They don't share ANY people food with me but....I have to confess.  One day, Momma was in the kitchen making cookies.  A glob of dough hit the floor and before you could bat an eye, I volunteered for clean up.  Wow!! That was sure a tasty tidbit.  It was soooo tasty that while Momma had her head in the oven, I raised myself up, rested my paws on the counter and stretched my neck and my tongue to that paper holding all those round peanut butter balls waiting for their turn on the cookie sheet. It was a long stretch but well worth it for that lip smacking treat.   Needless to say, I got caught when Momma turned around but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.  Dad likes his peanut butter cookies baked, but I was thrilled with pre-baked.  Yum!!

Not every activity this month involved work. After all, Dad deserves a break once in while and a celebratory treat.

 Speaking of celebrations, granddaughter, Emily graduated with high honors from middle school and everyone but me got to attend the ceremony.  I have to admit, they sure are one great looking family!!

Next year will be Nathan's ceremony as he will be a high school senior.  

Well, the final countdown is upon us.  As soon as all the Memorial Weekend Warriors are off the highways, we will hit the road in a northerly direction.  Tuesday morning is blast off day!!

Catch you down the road.....
I'm Chloe