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04-24-2015, 06:58 PM
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Looking for a Cabin in the Woods (and selling my PL)
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reetired
A lot of Jersey folks travel up here...for the...
A lot of Jersey folks travel up here...for the weekend....land is cheap...and lots of it!
I must admit I've followed your journey too!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-30-2015, 12:56 PM
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3
Know a handyman in SF Bay Area?
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1,173
Posted By
reetired
Absolutely....Allied Trailer in San Leandro! E...
Absolutely....Allied Trailer in San Leandro! E 14th between Fairmont and 150th ave. Honest mom and pop shop.
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Classified Archives
06-17-2014, 06:40 PM
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SOLD 90 Scamp 13' Ready to camp this weekend!
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Posted By
reetired
It made me laugh!!! :)
It made me laugh!!! :)
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General Chat
06-13-2014, 05:46 PM
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Mosquitos on screen door nuisance
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1,398
Posted By
reetired
Mosquitos are tolerable......have you ever dealt...
Mosquitos are tolerable......have you ever dealt with no-see-ums?
They get in your hair and bite...but you don't know it...until after...when the bite swells...two days later it weeps! Lovely! ...
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General Chat
04-29-2014, 10:38 AM
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Off on a long trip
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2,119
Posted By
reetired
I believe 511 ...will also tell you road...
I believe 511 ...will also tell you road conditions. Pick the route, can be done by exits.
Safe travels
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General Chat
04-24-2014, 08:18 AM
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Escapes to New York
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3,308
Posted By
reetired
I just showed Jules the length of the trailer...
I just showed Jules the length of the trailer carrying the trailers. She read the title...and said"oh hell what did you buy now?" They won't be able to get that huge truck up here!
Hmm....is...
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General Chat
04-23-2014, 04:17 PM
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Escapes to New York
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3,308
Posted By
reetired
Sweet....somebody is getting excited. Kind...
Sweet....somebody is getting excited.
Kind of neat to see the differences in the 17's. Geeze you mean the build sheet includes the brake lights on the back?
OY!
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General Chat
04-10-2014, 12:39 PM
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See what followed me home!
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2,450
Posted By
reetired
She's cute!
She's cute!
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General Chat
04-09-2014, 09:15 AM
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Which roadside service????
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1,358
Posted By
reetired
We were really happy with Good Sam.....Actually...
We were really happy with Good Sam.....Actually change from AAA. Whatever you do make sure you read the fine print re: RV. TT. My AAA wouldn't change the tire on a dually.
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Hi, I am....
04-07-2014, 12:04 PM
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I need help
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2,710
Posted By
reetired
Ummm spiders? Is there an...
Ummm spiders?
Is there an adjustment....like lighters have?
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Hi, I am....
04-05-2014, 08:28 PM
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Let Me Introduce Daisydo
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2,655
Posted By
reetired
She looks great! Congrats
She looks great! Congrats
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Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
04-05-2014, 10:04 AM
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winter is over
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Posted By
reetired
We now have five seasons.....fall, winter,...
We now have five seasons.....fall, winter, sprinter, spring and summer!
We currently are in Sprinter........it's still snowing here
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Hi, I am....
03-23-2014, 06:42 PM
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We bought a scamp!
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1,623
Posted By
reetired
Gotta be comfy ice fishing! Congrats!
Gotta be comfy ice fishing! Congrats!
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-17-2014, 09:53 AM
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Kitchen Table, Storage Idea
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3,161
Posted By
reetired
Kelty has the cubes also...camp kitchen organizer.
Kelty has the cubes also...camp kitchen organizer.
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Hi, I am....
03-15-2014, 11:35 AM
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New Scamp owner here
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2,368
Posted By
reetired
How neat and exciting for you and your daughter! ...
How neat and exciting for you and your daughter!
Happy hard shelled tent camping!
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-15-2014, 10:01 AM
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Chuck box
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11,177
Posted By
reetired
Fantastic all around I believe. I searched for...
Fantastic all around I believe. I searched for two years for mine. I still look for them because someone is always looking for one! One mans junk is another's treasure.
I'm a gadget kind of...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-15-2014, 09:44 AM
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Chuck box
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11,177
Posted By
reetired
The new company is Plano.. Fishing tackle, gun...
The new company is Plano.. Fishing tackle, gun cases etc. They don't apparently feel the "need" exists to produce them again. That's why the prices are so high! Unless you, and you were, lucky to...
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Modifications, Alterations and Updates
03-15-2014, 08:49 AM
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Chuck box
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11,177
Posted By
reetired
I too have a Dosko Campmate! I found it last...
I too have a Dosko Campmate! I found it last year on Craigslist in So CA for $100. Shipping was $40 to NY.
Ebay is ridiculous and they often go for $300. Thrift shops and garage sales are...
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Hi, I am....
03-10-2014, 12:55 PM
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New to Scampin
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3,212
Posted By
reetired
Very nice looking baby! Oh no....he's in the...
Very nice looking baby! Oh no....he's in the garage with his hand on his chin....wondering hmmmmm.....what else do I need!
Have fun!
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-10-2014, 11:21 AM
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If you see our stolen casita, please call the police
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7,256
Posted By
reetired
Sadly some trailers are stolen and kept for...
Sadly some trailers are stolen and kept for personal use on private property or in the boonies. Others are used for "meth"labs...depending on the area.
It sure wouldn't hurt to etch some type of...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-10-2014, 11:03 AM
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44
If you see our stolen casita, please call the police
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7,256
Posted By
reetired
But with cars....vin # are all over the...
But with cars....vin # are all over the place...some not made public. Hopefully Casita does that too. It actually looks like the number is handwritten in the pic! Yikes!!!
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
03-10-2014, 10:40 AM
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If you see our stolen casita, please call the police
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7,256
Posted By
reetired
Does the storage facility have a security video? ...
Does the storage facility have a security video? When did you last see it ie put it in storage? (Which provides a time frame)
The Agency who took the report will enter the VIN # into SVS. (...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
01-17-2014, 04:44 PM
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Placement of CO detector
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2,068
Posted By
reetired
Ours was low near the floor between the kitchen...
Ours was low near the floor between the kitchen and bathroom. Also one in the back bedroom area
Forum:
General Chat
12-28-2013, 07:42 PM
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15
Looking for a new road atlas
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4,224
Posted By
reetired
I'm not a fan of gps.....old school, dinosaur...
I'm not a fan of gps.....old school, dinosaur generation tyvm. I've used the rand McNally across the US with no problems. Having all the walmarts listed including the off ramp # was very helpful. ...
Forum:
General Chat
12-28-2013, 07:35 PM
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13
Goodbye to our travelling companion!
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1,688
Posted By
reetired
Reading the poem rainbow bridge always makes me...
Reading the poem rainbow bridge always makes me well up with tears. The comfort it brings is soothing... Knowing they are patiently waiting for either of us to arrive.
Until you meet again. I am...
Forum:
Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures
12-07-2013, 10:28 PM
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20
Lets Talk Black Tanks
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3,472
Posted By
reetired
A big no no to the cottonelle or any other wipes....
A big no no to the cottonelle or any other wipes. Even the ones that state they are flushable. Oh...ahem....no tampons!
RV tp is expensive but something that breaks down fast is the best. We...
Forum:
Hi, I am....
11-01-2013, 10:57 PM
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159
Introducing Nest Caravans
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53,189
Posted By
reetired
Can't seem to get the bathroom door open .... Or...
Can't seem to get the bathroom door open .... Or any other blue arrow to activate.
Forum:
General Chat
10-26-2013, 02:03 PM
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7
Printers
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1,239
Posted By
reetired
Canon makes small printer just for photos. I had...
Canon makes small printer just for photos. I had one and it fit into a 35mm camera bag!
Forum:
Classified Archives
10-25-2013, 01:17 AM
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9
CA |
2007 Scamp DLX 16' Camper -Never Used
Views:
5,635
Posted By
reetired
No kiddin...... The scamp is a bit out of place! ...
No kiddin...... The scamp is a bit out of place!
The gypsy wagon was cute!
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-22-2013, 11:14 AM
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43
New unhappy Trillium owner
Views:
8,031
Posted By
reetired
I think it's safe to say all trailers have some...
I think it's safe to say all trailers have some bugs to figure out! It's just a bit disheartening when you spend a lot of money.
They just don't make things like they use to! Best wishes to you!
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
10-21-2013, 06:16 PM
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43
New unhappy Trillium owner
Views:
8,031
Posted By
reetired
I lived in the east bay prior to moving to NY. ...
I lived in the east bay prior to moving to NY. Nohrs or whatever they go by now used to be in Castro Valley/San Leandro.
Bought our RV from JC'S out in Livermore. Had problems with it from the...
Forum:
General Chat
10-19-2013, 08:14 PM
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4,018
Sightings!
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620,693
Posted By
reetired
Saw a casita being towed by a blue p/u near Ocean...
Saw a casita being towed by a blue p/u near Ocean Beach in San Francisco!
Forum:
General Chat
09-19-2013, 02:33 PM
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17
Tips for traveling with CATS .....
Views:
2,611
Posted By
reetired
Absolutely correct.....we used a storage bin..cut...
Absolutely correct.....we used a storage bin..cut a door with tin snips and used the lid during transit. The high walls are in case you have a high pee'r. The lid can be used as long as it doesn't...
Forum:
General Chat
09-18-2013, 06:52 PM
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17
Tips for traveling with CATS .....
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2,611
Posted By
reetired
Traveled across the US with 1 dog and 3 cats. ...
Traveled across the US with 1 dog and 3 cats. Cats traveled in a crate when in transit in case of an accident.
DO NOT put the litter box in the shower...the litter is clumping and no matter how...
Forum:
General Chat
09-10-2013, 02:22 PM
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25
Heed the warning signs
Views:
3,082
Posted By
reetired
Glad it turned out okay. Best wishes.....at...
Glad it turned out okay.
Best wishes.....at least camping is still in your future!
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-10-2013, 01:32 PM
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19
traveling with pets
Views:
2,453
Posted By
reetired
We actually bought ours specifically to move...
We actually bought ours specifically to move across the US. Didn't want to subject them to a plane ride in the cargo hold.
My four legged "kids" are not cargo per se.....they are my precious...
Forum:
Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-10-2013, 01:15 PM
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19
traveling with pets
Views:
2,453
Posted By
reetired
Easy easy....... There are so many people...
Easy easy.......
There are so many people that travel and even full time with their pets. Once they figure out the routine...things will work out.
Is all about getting into a routine. I'd...
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Problem Solving | Owners Helping Owners
09-10-2013, 12:48 PM
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19
traveling with pets
Views:
2,453
Posted By
reetired
It's not the need........most often the pet is...
It's not the need........most often the pet is part of the family and traveling with them is like traveling with a child. One can't just leave them at home.
We moved across the US with 3 cats...
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Hi, I am....
09-08-2013, 12:41 PM
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34
HELLO from GOSHEN, NY!
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3,351
Posted By
reetired
Hello Greg, Best wishes on your journey. ...
Hello Greg,
Best wishes on your journey.
We moved from the West Coast to the East Coast 3 1/2 years ago. My better half dealt with a career ending injury and spent years trying to find...
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Forum Admin, News & Announcements
08-28-2013, 05:45 PM
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Irritating Message
Views:
5,366
Posted By
reetired
I'm not getting that message. Try running a scan...
I'm not getting that message. Try running a scan on your computer.
Forum:
General Chat
08-24-2013, 12:29 PM
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22
Any Casita Freedoms w/ cap. chairs near Syracuse NY
Views:
3,548
Posted By
reetired
Kathie You haven't been here for awhile....I...
Kathie
You haven't been here for awhile....I hope your friend had a good visit and somewhere found a FD to look at.
We have decided to look at different manufacturers where the stove is not near...
Forum:
Electrical | Charging, Systems, Solar and Generators
08-17-2013, 08:42 PM
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9
Scamp battery not charging
Views:
6,176
Posted By
reetired
Raises hand high! I've put the wrong wires on...
Raises hand high! I've put the wrong wires on the terminal before.
Battery disconnect switch is off?
Or left on and it drained the battery.
Forum:
Classified Archives
08-17-2013, 01:22 PM
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4
OR |
2010 Escape 17B, $21000.
Views:
2,117
Posted By
reetired
Sounds like the 21 footer might do you better. ...
Sounds like the 21 footer might do you better.
I really need to see one in person. Best of luck on your hunt for the ostrich egg.
I'm sure your chicken egg will go fast. Have a...
Forum:
Classified Archives
08-16-2013, 05:26 PM
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4
OR |
2010 Escape 17B, $21000.
Views:
2,117
Posted By
reetired
It's very nice..........someone will enjoy it! ...
It's very nice..........someone will enjoy it! I would enjoy it.
Was it too small to fulltime?
I really like the layout of the 17B. I thought I wanted a Casita (sorry) but didn't like...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-16-2013, 05:13 PM
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19
RV wheel covers?
Views:
2,982
Posted By
reetired
The chemicals in concrete adversely affect the...
The chemicals in concrete adversely affect the rubber compounds in the tires, and can cause them to deteriorate more rapidly.
The UV rays will damage the sidewalls.
Being proactive instead...
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-16-2013, 02:23 PM
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19
RV wheel covers?
Views:
2,982
Posted By
reetired
Depends on what type of surface you are parking...
Depends on what type of surface you are parking on? We parked on a concrete slab (our driveway) in full sun.
A small piece of plywood...or the level blocks..looks like legos!
Forum:
Camp Cooking, Food & Recipes
08-16-2013, 02:11 PM
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14
propane bbq or grill
Views:
3,763
Posted By
reetired
Weber Baby Q.. we love ours! Very easy to...
Weber Baby Q.. we love ours! Very easy to store...set up is screwing in the propane tank in. Table top or handy cart which also folds down. The baby Q has more than enough grill space.
Forum:
Care and Feeding of Molded Fiberglass Trailers
08-16-2013, 02:03 PM
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19
RV wheel covers?
Views:
2,982
Posted By
reetired
I vote for necessary! Take a minute to...
I vote for necessary!
Take a minute to cover them and use a barrier between the tire and whatever you park it on. The last thing you need is a tire failure due to the breakdown of the rubber.
Forum:
General Chat
08-15-2013, 12:21 PM
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Thoughts on Retirement
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7,948
Posted By
reetired
Hmmm...thoughts on retirement! Life is...
Hmmm...thoughts on retirement!
Life is too short period.....so live your dash! The dash is between the date of your birth and death! No regrets...no should haves, could haves, would haves.
...
Forum:
General Chat
08-10-2013, 05:39 PM
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7
Any here switch from camper van to egg?
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1,297
Posted By
reetired
We had a 2001 Class C and decided dragging our...
We had a 2001 Class C and decided dragging our home wherever we wanted to go was a pain...and inhibiting. Now looking at eggs...really like the Escape because of the layout.
We can venture off...
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