So Very Big

Washington

Big Country. The U.S. of A. (Plus Canada - but let’s not pretend we really think of it as a separate country) and it will take us a year to get around it.



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Big Trailer.  So we don’t kill each other.  The scenery had better be good and to be clear, I don’t do laundromats.  Ever.  So I’ll be needing some non-negotiable basic items: washer, dryer, dishwasher, fireplace, proper stove and fridge with proper freezer, and heated, massaging Lazy Boy recliner for my ever expanding ass.

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Big Mother Truck  A Ford f350 Superduty diesel planet destroying monster.  I know, me behind the wheel of pickup truck.  Ridiculous.  But no one is more surprised than me to find I absolutely love driving it.  At least I do without a 15,000lb lumbering beast attached to it.  Ask me tomorrow.




Comments

  1. FrannyOctober 4, 2021 at 7:38 AM

    So glad you are coming our way! Happy trails.

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  2. StephenOctober 4, 2021 at 8:11 AM

    Hi ho Silver, away!

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  3. SawRandeOctober 4, 2021 at 8:30 AM

    Very exciting Pippa. From the sounds of it, you two are headed in a counter clockwise rotation, leaving Vancouver near the end of your tour. Best for last I suppose. Looking forward to reading about your adventure, and your eventual arrival.

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    1. Trailer Trash MamaOctober 12, 2021 at 9:15 PM

      You’re right Rande. I’ll post the planned route soon, but yes, Vancouver and Tofino last ports of call.

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  4. UnknownOctober 4, 2021 at 9:20 AM

    Safe travels... can't wait to read your first post from the road.

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  5. Yan Jing's familyOctober 4, 2021 at 1:20 PM

    Happy Trails, Pippa. R-E-S-P-E-C-T for your gorgeous goddess of Willendorf hindquarters. Dan, we'll have Scotty beam you up from the roadside. Seriously, I admire your wanderlust and organizational skills. Looking forward to vicariously traveling with you.

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    1. Trailer Trash MamaOctober 12, 2021 at 9:17 PM

      Can’t wait to pull up in your driveway again (that sounds somehow rude, doesn’t it? Or is that my Martini Mind at work again?)

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  6. The Language LadyOctober 4, 2021 at 7:01 PM

    Hit the road, Jack(s)! I have to laugh -- 11 years ago, Pippa, you became a trailer trash expert in red cowboy boots -- and now here you've designed your very own super-duper model and maybe you still have those boots. What an adventure! Can't wait for the first stopover!

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    1. Trailer Trash MamaOctober 12, 2021 at 9:19 PM

      You know those red boots didn’t make it this time - mainly because I’m disgusted with the place I bought them and am trying not to pass that way again Lahweeze. Will make do I think.

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  7. Kevin MasonOctober 4, 2021 at 9:45 PM

    Super, Adventure awaits.

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  8. Andi OOctober 5, 2021 at 9:07 AM

    As a fellow NOP (Neurotically Organized Person) I feel your pain! You know what they say on the Old Broadway - crummy dress rehearsal, good opening night. Just don't say Good Luck and avoid the name of the Danish Play, and you'll move from rehearsal to the PLAY!

    Good Lu...er, Break a leg! Not literally, and have a smashing opening night, Andi O

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    1. Trailer Trash MamaOctober 12, 2021 at 9:21 PM

      Thanks Andi. Wish that old saying held true. Opening night not a huge success but we’re still here!

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  9. Jim BOctober 12, 2021 at 6:05 PM

    So much newness preceding you as you carve a path across the country--different skies, aromas, plants, massive geology, interesting characters, mysteries.

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  10. JandJOctober 14, 2021 at 5:15 PM

    Enjoying your blog!!!

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