HOME, SWEET HOME!!

What a long, sweet trip it’s been! Our adventure out west was magical, incredible and indescribable. We know that we have seen more on just this one trip than most people get to see in a lifetime. Tim and I do count our lucky stars and know how fortunate we are to be able to make these adventures happen. This one took us into the clouds for a balloon flight, we scaled mountains, saw other countries, hiked in deserts, visited museums, did some location scouting, enjoyed amazing music along the way, walked into the depths of the earth in caverns, saw some pretty spectacular natural wonders, rode horses, took boat rides, slept under the stars in a tent in Canada, glanced across the Rio Grande into Mexico, hiked slot canyons, viewed wildlife, hiked through rivers, took in some yoga, visited many national parks and monuments, met some amazing people, saw old friends, drove over 10,000 miles and ate some pretty amazing food along the way. 

You know your close to home when you begin to see gator warning signs. We have now made it back home safely! We were on the road a total of 104 days. Living in less than 250 square feet really changes your daily outlook on life. Tim and I are already wishing we were back on the road. Life seems so much simpler out there. Seeds have already been planted for the next few short trips along with when and where the next big adventure may take us! The wanderlust will never go away. 

The Airstream is now tucked safely away in our backyard awaiting the next adventure! 

SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL

The beaches in and around Destin, Florida are some of the most beautiful beaches that I have ever been to. And I’ve traveled to many beaches both here in the U.S. and several other countries. Pure white sand that is so fine it crunches like compact fresh snow when you walk on it. Pristine! 

Of course Tim and I took advantage of eating some seafood while there. Boshamps was our first stop. We had snapper, grouper, oysters and shrimp! When we went back into town we had to visit this other place ... The Back Porch which was another highly recommended seafood restaurant. Both were super delicious and definitely worth going back to. 

 Seaside, Florida is located nearby and has a row of food vendors all set-up in Airstreams. We have visited them all a few years back and we were really excited to return. We just couldn’t help it! 

Our visits to the beaches here in north Florida were nice even though it was cold. The energy of these Florida towns were just what we needed before heading back home. The clean fresh crisp ocean air so welcoming! It’s great to be back to our home state!! 

WACO, TX to SANTA ROSA BCH, FL

Our travels from Waco, Texas to Santa Rosa Beach near Destin, Florida was very uneventful. Other than the rain the entire way there, there was nothing much to blog or talk about. We did take two days getting there and spent the night at The CB (Cracker Barrel) in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The great thing about a CB is that dinner and breakfast are just a few short steps away out the door! 

Tim and I were able to arrive early in Santa Rosa Beach and get in at Topsail Hill State Park in Florida only due to a recent tropical storm. The state had evacuated the park and there were a handful of sites that those who had been in did not return because they had to move on in their travels. 

We arrived safely in the rain and will spend a few days in north Florida before heading home! 

10/29 - DAY 100!!!

The day has come! Tim and I have happily conquered 100 days on the road. Seems bitter sweet knowing we will end this amazing adventure soon. 

Fitting that day came in Texas where everything is bigger! We loved Waco!! All of our stops along the way have been spectacular!!! Fall is approaching and catching up with us once again. We now have some miles to cover to get back home to Florida! 

10/28 - MAGNOLIA MARKET

Today took us to The Silo District in downtown Waco. Chip and Jo had taken the day off so we had to fill in by taking a tour on our own. 

The place is huge! The property is gorgeous. They have done an amazing job and I so get their vision.  There is everything there from the seed and garden area, to food trucks, welcoming staff, picnic area, outdoor beanbag chairs, and of course Magnolia Market. 

They even have an Airstream . . .

I figured it was big but as they say everything is bigger in Texas. 

We did find Chip’s Corner! 

The plan was to go to the Silos Baking Company but with a line wrapped around the building and then another line inside we decided to hold off on getting a cup cake. With over 30,000 visitors every week you can understand why there is a line. 

As it was cars were parked on both sides of the street for at least four blocks in each direction. Jo has also added a coffee shop called Magnolia Press. 

Located right behind Magnolia Press will be their new new Magnolia Homes Furniture Showroom along with another massive expansion. And right across the street will be Jimmy Don’s new location. Jimmy is the gentleman who makes all of Jo’s custom metal signs. Jimmy came and introduced himself to us. He is a really nice down to earth guy. 

Magnolia Table is about a ten minute drive from the Silo District. We decided to drive there for a late lunch but arrived too late to be seated by the time they closed. Rudy’s BBQ is right next door so that worked for us. We had been also looking for some good Texas BBQ and found it! 

Along with an excellent selection of good cold beer!

10/27 - WACO, TEXAS

Here we are! Tim and I decided to make just a short two hour drive east to Waco, Texas. The drive was an easy one. If you remember occasionally along our travels I talk about the wind turbines that we see. When you see these areas you can also tell where they are about to install another one. Today I was able to get a picture of just one section of a tower being transported. These wind turbines are massive and this picture puts the size in perspective. Imagine fields of hundreds of these. 

We have landed at an Army Corps of Engineers campground. Midway Campground is surprisingly a very nice campground on Waco Lake. Located just ten minutes from downtown Waco. Beautiful. 

I was able to catch a gorgeous picture across the lake this evening of the beautiful Texas sunset. These are the moments to take a breath and enjoy the moment. 

I’ve almost forgot about posting more pictures on the series of pictures I’ve taken on some of the different camping apparatus we have come across on this adventure. So here is part two. Enjoy! 

THIS IS HOW THEY DO IT - PART 2

VINTAGE POP-UP! Super cool rig! 


TRUCK PLATFORM TENT


RENTAL VAN WITH A COOL COLORFUL WRAP


VINTAGE CLASS-C MOTORHOME 


TRUCK PLATFORM TENT ON A ...


TRUCK BED HOMEMADE TRAILER! Genius!! 

10/26 - SPOOK-TACULAR DAY

Jett had me up early with an upset stomach. She is fine now but it’s not the best way to start the day. 

Tim and I walked over to Tr3s Leches for lunch. They had some pretty tasty shrimp tacos along with delicious tres leches cake! We also went into a few of the shops in downtown while we were there. 

When we got back to The Train Depot the Grilling Seminar was already in progress. There were tons of samples. Unfortunately we missed the grilled sausages wrapped in bacon. However we did get wings, pizza and apple pie!  

The Vintage Open House was great. Many of the trailers we decorated for Halloween. The most important trailer for us was the 1948 Wee Wind. We have seen this trailer previously but it was before we had our 1948 Liner. It’s similar in style but only sixteen feet long compared to our twenty-two foot Liner. We were able to get lots of helpful pictures both on the exterior and interior. 

The day was filled with activities to keep everyone busy all day. We missed a few that we wanted to go to but it’s really easy to get distracted talking to everyone, looking at Airstreams ... or eating! Luckily we made it to the Halloween Dog Costume Contest. Hilarious! Jett did not attend. She had nothing to wear with the short notice. LOL 

The Josh Burnett Band entertained our group this evening. There was also a Monster Mash Ball happening at the same time. Everyone had opportunity to dress-up and have some fun! Danielle and Lucius helped us out by lending us a few things. Most of the costumes were very well thought out and pretty cool. Flo from Progressive was there along with Mayhem from Allstate. We had a peacock witch, eggs and bacon with a spatula and even a Renaissance couple. 

Tomorrow (Sunday) will be a moving day for us. Since we don’t have a plan to get us home we don’t know how far east we will travel or where we will land. The Texas hospitality we received here in Brownwood was some of the best we have had anywhere. We can’t wait to return. . 

10/25 - WE KNOW A GUY!

And a gal at Texas Country Air! 

Yup! Danielle and Lucius, our friends from Georgia, are here!! We met them probably eight years ago in Ohio at the Airstream Factory. We always enjoy their company. What a pleasant surprise to find them in the middle of Texas! 

The Texas Country Air Event has organized some really great seminars. Tim and I only attended two of the numerous seminars today. First up this morning was one on Bee Keeping. Our speaker talked about the entire process of bee keeping and the different types of bees and each of their important jobs in the hive. Important things to know that we took away from the class were interesting points like pesticides and how it affects the bees, how important it is to buy from your local bee keeper (so you know what you are getting) and how to not store or buy honey in plastic containers. 

Tim and I then enjoyed lunch a short walk away at Steve’s Market and Deli with Danielle and Lucius.  We caught up with their summer travels. Steve’s was the perfect location to meet them for lunch. The food was simple yet delicious. Oh and the joint was super cool inside! 

The second seminar we decided to attend was on Coffee Roasting. This was another fascinating class on a subject we don’t know much about but are a little more educated now about coffee and what the entire process involves. The samples were very nice as well. 

The Pioneer Tap Room was another short but cold walk nearby. They have over twenty-five beers on tap plus a few root beers and ciders. This establishment was the perfect ‘watering hole’ to finish catching up with ‘a guy we know’ before heading back for the evenings entertainment at the Train Depot.