Category Archives: Getting Started

Canadian Cutie for Sale

Posted on January 19, 2013 by

I have a case of True Patriot Love for this darling ’81 Dolphin for sale in British Columbia. Listed for $8500, she could be yours (since she can’t be mine). Her owners have taken really good care of her and … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Things (#s 3, 4, and 5)

Posted on December 27, 2012 by

“Wrapping up” the posts about Christmas gifts I wish I still had today are #s 3, 4, and 5 (since they’re all similar versions of each other): Barbie’s Country Camper, Barbie’s Beach Bus, and Barbie’s Friend Ship. Damn that Barbie. … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Things (#2)

Posted on December 26, 2012 by

#2 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Elton John. It was 1973. I was 6; I was all about The Wizard of Oz; and Elton John’s “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” was my favorite song. Six-year old Paige didn’t get the metaphor or … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Things (#1)

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

It’s that time of year again—at least for me. The time when I try to find some cool Christmas presents for my nieces and nephews that won’t end up as landfill. So I did a quick brainstorm activity of Christmas … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving on the Road

Posted on November 4, 2012 by

I’ll be eating my turkey and dressing at Pepe’s in Key West this year. But camping on Thanksgiving sounds fun. These folks at Doran Beach Campground in Bodega Bay, CA have built a nice tradition celebrating Thanksgiving on the beach. … Continue reading →

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Cody is ready to get campy!

Posted on August 3, 2012 by
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Spartan Carousel Sighting!

Posted on July 22, 2012 by

Cam (who is the Wizard-ess of finding awesome campers for sale) sent me a Craig’s List posting for this beautifully restored 1960 Spartan Carousel for sale in the San Francisco area. Oh, how I’d like to see more of her! … Continue reading →

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They put the f-u-n in funeral

Posted on July 13, 2012 by

I love the Brits. They celebrate everything in style, from Diamond Jubilees to funerals. Check out what the folks at Volkswagen Funerals in Warwickshire, UK, have put together for those dearly departed who prefer a more upbeat farewell.

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Happy Independence Day!

Posted on July 4, 2012 by

It’s the Fourth of July! (or as we say in the South, Joo-ly). Besides being the day we celebrate the Declaration of Independence and our separation from Great Britain, it’s also a day for cookouts, concerts, and fireworks (and it’s … Continue reading →

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Pretty in pink

Posted on June 24, 2012 by

Days like today have me longing for a pink camper. I’d pack light; scoop up the dog; turn on the Jack Johnson playlist–and head north. Happier times in cooler climes. One of these Pink Ladies would work just fine.

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