November 4th, 2023 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO


Ahhh…a much better night’s sleep last night. Woke up refreshed and rested. I got up for my usual leisurely start to the day and had an espresso and some tea before cooking up breakfast. The dogs were glad to get out, stretch and do what dogs do first thing in the morning. I fired up … Continue reading November 4th, 2023 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO

November 3rd, 2023 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO


Awesome! Ladies crawling all over my trailer! What’s a guy to do?! I could only be so lucky…one would be plenty! I am being invaded by ladybugs. They are everywhere inside the trailer and out! I thought the frost woulda killed ‘em off but they are very beneficial bugs so I’m glad they made it … Continue reading November 3rd, 2023 – Weston Bend State Park, Weston, MO

Yeah, It Got Cold…; Trailers; Water Bottle Hack


It has cooled down considerably over the last week and my bird baths were frozen on top. It’s not very thick ice but it’s supposed to be colder tonight (19°F) then slowly warm up. Had a fire in the stove the last several days so it was cozy. It’s still easier to turn up the … Continue reading Yeah, It Got Cold…; Trailers; Water Bottle Hack

Got THAT Done Finally; Clean-up; Trailer and Truck; Health


I had to run to town and while I was there I got a quart of oil for the generator. While looking at the manual (yes, I wanted to do it right…) I discovered it actually has a battery for the electric start. This I did not know and I figured the battery was probably … Continue reading Got THAT Done Finally; Clean-up; Trailer and Truck; Health

Trailer


I have been thinking a bit more about the trailer and the first trip since I got back. Other than it was great to be out and I am so ready to go again, there’s a few things I need to do that will make life a bit easier and better. There’s also a few … Continue reading Trailer