Where WhimSea Takes Us

Though some could argue the weekend started on Friday, it really began much, much earlier. So much preparation into getting the RV set up to be our new home away from home. Where should the plates go? What about the food, the dogs dishes, heck, what should we plan to make for dinners? I am so grateful that Troy is a planner and our years of experience on WhimSea has helped to shape this new adventure.

So, we spent the week getting ready, with me on the inside and Troy out. I am astounded by the amount of space in the 'basement' and what we can bring with us! We were amazed by the amount of space.

Friday evening would be our maiden voyage away from the driveway. The boy arrived home from school and immediately packed his toys and jumped into his seat, announcing he was ready to go. Nothing like the stress of someone asking every five minutes if we could leave to help move you along with you're trying to pack on food and clothes.

Eventually we finished loading up and headed out. We needed to get gas on the way and discovered we have no gas cap so that's annoying, but everything else is working well.

I was a bit nervous with the drive. With Bug cowering at my feet. I'm not sure if I was projecting to him or vice versa. Hopefully for both of us it will only get better in time.

Given Bunker Hills is so close to home, we arrived at our destination in no time. We checked in and purchased ice and firewood and headed for our site.

Troy had me direct him into the spot though he really didn't need it. Given his practice with our first boat, Bucephalus, he backed it in like quite the pro. Five minutes later, we were set up. I have to admit it was pretty sweet, it was really no effort at all! Loving the RV thing. The boy and Bug were both pretty excited to check out the camp. Dylan took his bike and ride around, making sure to meet all the neighbors.

Dinner would be hot dogs and smores on the fire. We were up late enough we felt the chill from the evening before heading in to bed. The heater on the RV worked great and everyone was quite cozy.

Saturday morning and it is quite cool in the morning. We enjoyed our couples with cinnamon rolls (yeah oven!) I also had an opportunity to do a bit of bird watching. With the leaf cover not yet in, they were pretty easy to spot.

Before we knew it, the boy was hungry for lunch (breakfast pizza) and we were able to get in a bit of a nap. Since it was overcast and dreary it seemed fitting.

Magically when we awoke from our nap the sun was shining and it was a completely different day. So we all went on a bike ride and explored the park a bit, ending at the headquarters for ice and firewood for the evenings' fire.

Dylan had the camera and spent time taking loads of pictures and selfies around the site.

Since we were able to see how close the playground really was, we let Dylan take Bug for a walk as far as the playground and back. He returned and traded Bug for his bike so he could play with the other kids in the campground. Clearly we will need radios for the next visit to the campground.

Troy made a fire and we relaxed in front of it for much of the evening. The smell of smoke and chill in the air was magical. We ended up staying out far later then intended. Being chased in by the cold I think we saw 35 degrees that evening, but everyone was cozy in the RV.

Sunday and its time to pack up while we have our coffee. It was a short, but memorable trip, especially for the inaugural run. We'll be back to Bunker Hills for sure.

So, we've owned the RV for a whopping five days so of course, it was time to sleep on it overnight and see how comfortable it is. We took her out for a little spin so Dylan and I could experience how she drives. Troy was right! It was much louder and a bit stiffer than I had expected. But it wasn't bad. I would say everyone except Bug enjoyed the ride. I say Bug didn't groove on it since he tried to climb into my lap (he's 40 pounds!). When that didn't work, he climbed over me into the footwell and eventually half hid under my chair. My guess is because he didn't know where we were going since the last few times he had been in a car he ended up at the vet or the kennel. Once he realizes that this is an adventure mobile, he'll change his tune I suspect.

It was a beautiful weekend to spend outside collecting all of our camping gear and unboxing newly arrived ones. We all slept well with Dylan and I sharing the bed and Troy and Bug on the fold out couch. Of course since Sunday was Easter, the boy woke at 6 certain it was morning. I tried to convince him it was still too dark out, but a neighbor or two thwarted me by driving by. According to the boy's logic, if other people are up, he could be too. While I can't fault his logic, it was rather early for me.

The boy got up and found most of his eggs without issue and his basket, though it was quite an adventure given there were so many new possibilities for hiding places. With Dad's help he finally located the last one in a wall sconce. That silly bunny.

Breakfast was enjoyed at the local cafe, followed by the boys playing some catch, more work, more cleaning, more catch, visiting with the neighbors. All in all are pretty successful first 'outing' even though it was in the driveway. Of course our list of other things to buy keeps growing, but we expected that at least!