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Talking about needing to once again, catch up on this blog!
4 days behind....
Behind the scenes, we keep plugging away with our upcoming RVing way of life. It hasn't been easy. Not in the least bit! It also hasn't been cheap. Not in the least bit! So far, Rving is more expensive than House~ving. HA!
It is not cheap when it comes to paying for a lot or campground site to park your RV-recreational vehicle. Recreational means expense fun, not a permanent one. One has to remember that you must factor in all the additional costs and fees such as the monthly lot or campground site fees, septic, water, electric, satellite television installation, costs of RV accessories-some weekly, others monthly. If you plan on using the water out of your RV faucets, then you must buy a water filter-monthly. You also have to buy special toilet paper, which isn't cheap, bio-degradable as well water tank chemicals and accessories. Washing your RV? Fees can vary per lot or campground site. Let's also not forget laundry. Those fees can also vary since RV's do not come equipped with a washer and dryer.
If you plan on eating a lot in your RV. Good luck with that! HA! There isn't much room when it comes to kitchen cabinets and refrigerator space. Thankfully, I don't consume much, but mainly liquids on a daily basis. Eric on the other hand eats a lot, but has a very high metabolism. Our beloved pets will end up using what little kitchen cabinet space we have left, minus of course cooking utensils. You can't have too many! Less is most definitely MORE when you are RVing~
Of course, there are other costly necessities such as chalk blocks that are used to keep your RV steady and stable. Water hoses for the septic tanks and drinking water. Don't forget your 30 or 50 amp converter, power cord and surge protector! That is of course, if your RV doesn't already come prepared with a power cord. Propane tanks, battery charger, tow lock so no one decides to come along, hook up your RV and steal the night away! Hahahahaha! You name it, make sure you have an extra can or two of various bug sprays. Once a month you must make sure to do a thorough walk around of your vehicle and have a ladder handy! Also make sure to always monitor your tank and battery levels. Thankfully ours came with it's own, built in monitoring system. Sure, it makes it a bit easier, but you still have to do your own daily or weekly maintenance.
We have yet to find out just how cool 'YOLO-you only live once' will be during the upcoming summer season. I am crossing all my fingers and toes that it stays cool! If not, we are definitely going to be in huge trouble since you can't have too many electrical hook-ups going on at once. Unless you plan on blowing some major fuses! EEEE~YIKES! Don't forget to always make sure you have a quick exit game plan in case severe weather, tornados, comes directly into your path. I enjoy the beach, but would much rather drive than to be picked up like Dorothy in the Wizard Of Oz. HA! Yep, we are already well prepared and so are both of our vehicles with emergency preparations in the trunk. CHECK!
For those looking to make your own RV, camper, trailer, fifth-wheel or whatever you would like to call your recreational purchase now or in the near future. I sure hope we haven't scared you. Not just yet! Hahahahaha!
Like I said... Like WE said... It isn't cheap.
RVing~