Sometimes You’re the Windshield, Sometimes You’re the Bug
Sep 03 2009
As I drive, I think about a lot of things; everything from pondering the thought behind the title of this post to wondering if that local ice creamery up ahead is worth the stop (it was). As we were on the road from Ithaca, NY to Niagara Falls, I got to thinking of the people we’ve met on the trip who have added so much to our great adventure:
- MOAA for letting us share our story with other military families (as well as for the great work they do on the Hill supporting the interests of active duty and retired military members).
- The “Real RV’ers” who gave us tips on propane usage, efficient dumping, running the generator, general maintenance, etc. – and who hold back the chuckles as my RV rolls because I’ve forgotten to set the parking brake.
- Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY and their staff for the great tour and furthering our interest in bird watching.
- Steinbring RV in Garfield, MN for the great overnight stay and free RV wash (and also helping us negotiate the purchase of the RV last July even though we didn’t buy it from them).
- All the friends and family who hosted us and our “WahlStar” in their driveways!
- The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, CO, for a wonderful complimentary stay—it was a great little break from the RV for a couple of nights.
- Other drivers who back up when they see us trying to make a left turn.
And, of course, to all who post comments to our blog- thank you! We all enjoy reading your notes.
That’s it for now, back to thinking about driving.
- This poor guy never had a chance.
