Outside looking in

Well, we've been full-timing for over six months now and it's going pretty good.  There have been some bumpy spots, as expected, but nothing too terrible.

When I have an attack of the blues I enjoy torturing myself by thinking of the gardens and artwork I used to busy myself with, and the freedom of picking up the phone and arranging an outing with a friend and then try to remind myself of the good things this new life has brought.

Traveling has it's own reward and I thoroughly enjoy the photography involved in exploring areas of our country.  But the downside of traveling is that you never really fit in.  It sometimes feels like a little girl watching through the window at the people gathered together and sharing their private jokes.

Sometimes I miss going to a favorite restaurant and seeing the familiar faces and banter that goes on.  On the road you have a constant anonymity.  At times that is nice, other times I just feel left out.

But then we land in an area like Benson AZ where there are so many things to see and do that I think we may have extend for another week before moving on.  It's fairly close to Tucson and after looking at the RV parks in that area (and the prices!) I do believe we'll settle in here a bit longer and drive into Tucson to take in those attractions.

This puts more miles on the car, but it gets much better mileage, so that's the plan.

Long Live the Queen