Based on the lessons learned practicing with the trailer, we are using the next week to break up the first big drive. We have arranged to stay in one trailer park in the Austin area and then a second one about an hour south west of Austin. This gives an opportunity to get used to […]
Day 49 — It Ain’t Easy
Mr. Hero has officially pulled the trailer and backed into a spot. He is also officially exhausted. It is hard work. We’re talking 32′ and over four tons! He has a lot of practice ahead of him — hopefully on straight, flat roads, without other cars — hah! He’ll get it, I know. He has […]
Day 48 — We’re Getting Hitched
Not hubby and me… we did that over 20 years ago. No. This just happened… Let’s Get Hitch-ed! Yep! Our truck and our trailer have moved beyond the “getting to know each other” stage and are finally making a long term commitment. (And yes, I played that penny pun for all it was worth!) […]
Day 43 — We’re Taking the Jayco Badge Challenge
So remember I showed you this bad boy… Well it’s a Jayco. And Jayco has put out a badge challenge. I love challenges and after years as a Girl Scout, I really love earning badges. These badges fit right into the Star Family Travels Bucket List. Can’t wait to put some checks on these… That’s just […]
Day 38 — A Moment of Reflection
I’ve been so busy posting pics, I haven’t taken much time for reflection. I stopped journaling here because for so long, it was just another post about how we weren’t traveling yet. Then I got so excited that we went somewhere, I went a little photo crazy. The trips to Fredericksburg, Houston, and Galveston have […]