I have a little secret to share. I am an introvert, and being such, I was more than a little nervous about plunging into this RVing lifestyle. Who would we meet? Would I have anything in common with them? When I was firmly ensconced in my career, few saw me as an introvert. I knew my stuff and felt totally comfortable standing up in front of a large group of people, giving presentations. Doesn’t sound much like an introvert, right? This new adventure was taking me out of my comfort zone so I wondered if I might retreat back into my little shell, much like a hermit crab when you pick him up.
I have been pleasantly surprised by the wonderful folks we’ve met in the past 1.5 years on the road. What I have discovered, and should have known had I stopped to think for five minutes, is that we all share the travel bug. We all have a passion for seeing this beautiful country, the good old USA, her exciting cities and all their variety, soaring mountains, stunning desert vistas, rugged coastline, national monuments and parks… so much to offer. A passion for nature weaves a common thread through each of us, so I no longer wonder when we pull into a new campground. I feel certain that we will meet interesting people with whom we can forge that connection, even with just a passing greeting.
When we booked our reservation into Cave Creek Regional Park, what I did not know was that a couple from Colorado, whose blog I follow, Live Laugh RV, would be parked right next door, a little serendipitous for sure. We have had the opportunity to enjoy a meal at the Buffalo Chip Saloon (cause we are in the Wild West you know) and a few hours around the campfire with Ingrid and Al, swapping stories of where we had been and where we are headed.
This RV lifestyle, once approached with trepidation, I now look upon as a grand adventure, in awe of the jaw-dropping beauty around every corner and thankful for the great folks who have provided such color and texture along the way.
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Ah….what a nice post. Terry and I look like twins in our blue shirts – haha. It’s been a pleasure meeting you and hope we get a little more time together before moving on. Great dusk photo – the skies here are some of the best I’ve seen …… Ingrid 🙂
We have really enjoyed meeting you both as well, although we unfortunately have been absent from the campground most of the time, taking care of some business in Sedona. I look forward to a girls’ outing tomorrow. 🙂
It’s nice who you meet while you’re out. And you changed your blog 😉
Just the background. Very observant Alastair.
Okay, so when did you change it? I’m guessing from that comment it was a while ago?
Good life.
Can’t complain. Really, really hope to see you next week. My thoughts will be with you as you journey northward this week.
Funny, everyone must be thinking the same thing lately. We made a similar comment on our 7th anniversary blog just yesterday.
Travel safe,
Thanks for stopping by.
We have met so many, many nice people since we started this adventure. Have no fear of meeting new people. They may be a bit of an introvert also. Enjoy exploring the “good life.”
It is amazing to me how many people you two seem to have met on your journey. It is quite the good life. 🙂
When I was growing up, a rally of RV folks visited my father’s lakeside property. Their community of amazing people from all over the country dumbfounded me, and I loved riding over on my horse and visiting with them!
It’s so great to see that you met WordPress friends Inrid and Al – that’s such an amazing coincidence!
This RVing community, although traveling all over the country, seems very small indeed at times.
Beautiful sunset shot in the desert. I bet it’s great fun meeting other bloggers, too. I’ve always had this suspicion that many bloggers tend toward the introvert part of the spectrum (me, included). It’s such a great way to connect and get to know people before meeting them in the flesh (if ever)!
Exactly my kindred spirit! 🙂
How wonderful. It’s true, when you meet in the RV area, you already have something in common … your love of the lifestyle!
Absolutely! 🙂
LuAnn, this lifestyle sounds delightful. In Australia there are many (mostly retired folk) doing just that. I’ve spoken to a number of them, and they all say the same thing. They didn’t know if they’d be comfortable living in this nomadic way and meeting lots of new people..!? The results have surprised them in that they’ve enjoyed themselves tremendously…
I too am one who is slightly more introverted, and enjoy my own company. I’m also very extroverted when it comes to dancing in competitions..! Though, primarily I enjoy quiet and peace. I don’t know if I could enjoy the ‘nomadic’ way of life, yet I’m very interested in doing it for at least a little while… not for a few years yet, though..
A great post. Loved your pics. Loved your thoughts…!
Thanks Carolyn. I don’t know how long we will continue this lifestyle but for now, we are seeing some beautiful country and meeting some wonderful people.
Although we’re not ready to sell our home and hit the road full time, I can say that the more we travel, the more we want to travel. Home increasingly feels like the place where we return to do the wash and get ready for the next trip.
Think of you both frequently!
Tamara
I know what you mean. Even though we are full-timers if we sit in one place too long, the wanderlust calls out to us. Wish we could have spent more time together with the two of you. We will just have to make plans the next time we are in your neck of the woods. Happy traveling to you both. 🙂
LU LU Happy VALENTINES DAY!!!!
Happy Valentine’s Day to you too Jasmine!
❤ I adore you!
Ditto! 🙂
Nice to see you on the road again, and meeting more people! 🙂
I’m an introvert meself. Affirmative, without the need to justify. I have that Myers-Briggs test result to prove it. Ahihihihi 😀
Yes, no need to justify. 🙂 You are too funny my friend. 😀
Now aren’t you glad that you gave yourself a chance to step out of your comfort zone? 😉
Absolutely! 🙂
Hey, we should have been in that campfire! I like to meet people and you are certainly one of those that I would like to meet in person. I’ll keep my fingers crossed. You will never know where and when!
I had hoped that we would meet the two of you and I hope that we will still someday, perhaps somewhere on the east coast. 🙂
I love the idea of you and Ingrid having made contact… two peas in a pod if you ask me… but then as you say like people are doing the same thing…you have to make friends…
She is a great lady. Your ears must be burning as we talked about you and your fabulous photography at great length. Happy Wednesday! 🙂
I am almost envious Luann! I would have given RVing a try if I lived anywhere else. Here, it would be a nightmare 😀
I suspect we will do it for a few more years then I may be ready to settle down somewhere. I am looking forward to starting some international traveling next year. This is not a lifestyle for everyone but we have seen some amazing sights. 🙂