Traveling the backroads has its perks: Less traffic, scenic vistas, quaint little towns.
But, it’s not all sunshine and lollipops, especially on Christmas Day. Literally nothing was open in many of those quaint little towns. Finding a convenience store gas station that could accommodate our motorhome and towed jeep was a bit tricky. So we ended up driving a little farther than we’d intended and then couldn’t find a rest area to park in overnight.
And that’s how I got to experience my first night sleeping In a brightly lit truck stop parking lot.
Christmas miracle! I had the best night in years. Maybe decades. We turned in around 7:30 because David was bushed. I frowned at him and said, “you know, with these bright lights shining in every window, I’ll never be able to sleep.”
Eight hours later I woke up, looked at the clock, and asked “is it 3:30 a.m. or p.m.?” And promptly fell back to sleep until 5.
We threw on some clothes. Grabbed cups of truck stop coffee and hit the road. We’re planning on making it all the home today, but that means Interstate highway travel. With its own sets of perks and drawbacks.
But we’re vagabonds. At least part time. We can handle just about anything.
Peace, people!
Praying for Eyebrowz 
I love the image of you and Studley McMotorhome crashing amidst the truckers on Christmas Day. There’s probably great camaraderie among those away from home and loved ones. Glad you found peace.
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It was tricky! Or trucky.
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Sounds like an adventure! And the sleep was truly a miracle! You must have been absolutely knackered.
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I must’ve been! Sitting all day playing in my phone must’ve exhausted me! 🤣
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Definitely a adventure!
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Seems like there was at least some safety there, rather than stopping on a dark country road without cell service… I think the whole idea of RV life is wonderful!
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It has its frustrations, but the positives outweigh those. My husband really enjoys driving this thing, too. I think he’s fantasizing about being a truck driver. 🤣
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LOL! I hope that idea leaves him quickly…
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Me, too!
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Sounds like a Christmas adventure. I trust you two made it home safely. Happy New Year!
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