It’s hard to believe, but today marks the seventh day since we left home on this adventure! Nearly half way through, and starting to get into a groove with daily life on the road.
Since we had an entire day at the campground, we decided that, in addition to some serious relaxing, we’d get some housekeeping completed. Two adults and two animals in a 26′ tiny home means things can get messy petty quickly. In addition, a bit of work on the outside of the RV needed addressed. We decided to divide and conquer – Karen handling the inside cleaning and me taking on the outside and mechanical stuff.
First, a bit of backstory. Last Thursday, the day before we were to set off on this trip, I decided to ensure our tires were at proper pressure. Last thing we want is a blowout while driving a 12,000 pound vehicle. We had the RV at home to pack and prep for our trip, so I headed out with my brand-new, fancy tire gauge. It was then I realized that none of the valve stems protruded out beyond the hubcaps. Turns out this is pretty common, although no one had mentioned this when we bought the unit. I was going to need valve stem extensions.
Panic set in for me.
None of the auto parts stores in our area carried them. Amazon, usually my savior in these situations, couldn’t get them to me until after we were leaving the next day. I decided to remove the hubcaps for the drive down so that I could fill and maintain tire pressure easily. I ordered the parts I needed and had them shipped to this campground in Florida. Therefore, today was the day to get the extensions added and replace the hubcaps. I also chose the most excellent of RV activities called, “flushing and cleaning the black tank” (think Cousin Eddie). This is even more fun than it sounds!!
The entire time I was screwing around outside, Karen was busy cleaning up inside. There in almost no way to stop dirt and gravel and sand from getting inside (especially when transporting a Needy Bichon and a cat), so the floors get gnarly pretty quickly. Sinks and toilet and shower all need cleaning so they don’t end up looking like a truck stop bathroom (with the exception of Buc-ee’s of course). And we’ve been eating in nearly every meal so the kitchen needs cleaning as well. Karen handled all this to keep our place looking and feeling great!
The picture at the top of this post is a quick Miller Lite/Schofferhofer break in the action. We had work to do but we’re still retired – and retired people can drink any time they want during the day. That’s what retired people do. We dare not disrupt the system.
The rest of the day was spent relaxing by the pool, enjoying the on-site bar, and reading under our awning. Overall a wonderful last day in the Keys. Tomorrow we pack up and head north to Ft. Myers. Until then!
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