A Family On The Road

Day 80: Suburban life in Centerville, Ohio.

Often when we are visiting friends new and old during our travels, we are presented with a action-packed, non-stop itinerary. We appreciate the gesture completely but sometimes we just want to relax and take it easy. Doug and Melizza have been reading our blog for awhile and they understand that as fellow travelers and Airstreamers. Today, we are just going to do spend the day hanging out together and we couldn’t have hoped for more beautiful weather.

Day 79: Suburban life in Centerville, Ohio.

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By Dan, ago

Day 78: Leaving Jackson Center a few bucks lighter.

Our last ‘free’ night at the Terraport would probably be the last full hookup site we will be at for a long time to go. From here we are going to be courtesy parking at the Troutstream compound, then off for a couple nights of boondocking before finally getting into Louisville to see our friend Carrie. We will need to store the Airstream somewhere during our stay there that can accommodate Yoda to stay in the Airstream without costing us too much dough. God knows we left it all here in Jackson Center.

Day 78: Leaving Jackson Center a few bucks lighter.

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By Dan, ago

Day 76: Dropping off our Airstream for service.

I opened my eyes this morning when we heard a knock on the door. I looked over at the clock on the nightstand that only works when we are plugged in and it read 7AM. It was still dark outside. I remembered that I had only been asleep for about 4 hours as I wiggled my way out of bed, put on my sweat pants and opened the door. It was the tractor. I thought, “Oh crap, we are not even close to being ready.”

Day 76: Dropping off our Airstream for service.

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By Dan, ago

Day 72: Harvest Festival at Brighton State Rec Area.

A lot of people ask us how we manage three kids in such a small space. And I am not ashamed to admit this. They watch TV. Especially in the mornings when things need to get done. And what do they watch? Well, the girls both need to agree on what to watch. If they do not agree, then no TV. That is that. Mila is currently in love with all things Toy Story and Ava prefers Looney Tunes.

And the reason why I am not ashamed is because the kids get to explore the country. City by city. State by state. They walk, run, skip and whine their way across America. And it is exhausting at times, for all of us. So a little downtime is necessary, especially for the grown-ups. The thing I really miss on this trip is having babysitters. We get no break. No, I am not whining. Just telling it like it is. So, for some peace and quiet, the TV works while we are in the Airstream.
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And how do I get some peace and quiet from Luka? Haha, good one!

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By marlene, ago

Day 71: The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.

Since we are staying a good 60 miles from the heart of Detroit, we have to make a trek in if we want to do any sightseeing in the city. We have heard from lots of people that camping in or near Detroit is not great and we would be better off finding a place on the outskirts and just drive in for day trips to see places like The Henry Ford Museum. That is exactly what we are doing today.

Day 71: The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan

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By Dan, ago