I woke up in the middle of the night to an unusual silence. The fridge hum and the fans that usually accompany our camping experience were absent. Turns out, our off-grid camping setup had hit …
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Great Smoky Mountains
We started our day with a relaxed pace, knowing we only had a short drive ahead to reach the Great Smoky Mountains. Cruising into North Carolina, we set the mood with James Taylor’s “Carolina in …
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We woke up bright and early at 5:30 am, eager to kick off our hiking adventure. After a 30-minute drive down a gravel road, we found a small parking area at the trailhead. Surprisingly, there …
Continue readingFrom Arkansas to Alabama
Today dawned with a serene morning by the lake, a welcome change with cooler weather lifting our spirits. Our agenda called for another lengthy drive, spanning roughly six hours. Around 2 pm, we decided to …
Continue readingGetting Cooler
We had a restful night in the Davy Crockett National Forest during our first night in the van. We left the air conditioning on all night, which helped us sleep comfortably. Our plan was to …
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We bid farewell to our furry companions and departed from our housesit at 8 am. Thankfully, the weather was cooler today, around 35 degrees with 93 percent humidity. The overcast sky prevented it from getting …
Continue readingThe Air Conditioning Saga
Today started off like any other day, with Mike deciding to bake some bread. As he got busy in the kitchen, I noticed the temperature creeping up inside the house. With the dog panting beside …
Continue readingThe Storm
As the rain hammered against the windowpanes, the booming thunder jolted me from my cozy spot on the couch. It was one of those stormy nights you can’t help but be drawn to, despite the …
Continue readingVisiting some Small Texas Towns
Waking up at the crack of dawn, around 6 am, has its perks – mainly, beating the scorching heat. But sometimes, it feels like we’re already battling the heat by then. Today, we decided to …
Continue readingAustin Texas, The Heat, and The Dogs
The alarm chimes in my ear, jolting me awake. It’s 6am, time to get up and walk the dog. In my comatose state I put on my clothes, remembering to shake them out first. In …
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