Hello there Stranger! Welcome!
Mr. Pinker and I have rambled our way back home after a long camping trip. We had a humdinger of a time. Now I must confess there were not a lot of adventures, but it was peaceful and relaxing which was fine and dandy with me.
Before we left on our adventure , Mr. Pinker said, " I have an idea for our camper!" He was grinning from ear to ear.
With a little hesitation, I asked, "What?"
"Put our camper on a trailer!" he replied.
"What!?! " I exclaimed. I could not envision it. What was this mad man thinking .😂🤪Hee! Hee!
Well, it was not long before Mr. Pinker drove Ole' Big Red and the Ole' Truck Camper into the field.
Soon the camper was unloaded . "I just don't know about this, " I said to Mr. Pinker.
"Just trust me," he said as he left to get the trailer. Soon he was backing the trailer up to the camper. Eeek! I was nervous as a long tailed cat in a room of rocking chairs!
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"How are you going to get it on the trailer? " I asked perplexed.
"Just wait and see, " said Mr. Pinker as he bustled up the hill to bring down one of the tractors. Soon another joined. Using the buckets and the lifts the camper was held in place as the "legs" were removed . I stood far back for I was certain a disaster was going to take place.
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| Preparing to balance the camper before loading. |
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| Camper all loaded and at the campsite. |
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| Yikes! We have a shredded tire! Oh bother! |
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| I finished Spring Wildflower Mini Sampler which I shared in June. |
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May I show you my "happy display" that sits on my wee coffee table ? Lots of little treasures which warms my heart and makes me smile. Dear Vivian, stitched my Blooms of Sunshine and made me the most darling card. 🤗🌻💛
Hmmm... what else is in my thrifted enamelware bowl? Well a big cloth pumpkin gifted to me from my sweet sister in 2020. I will always remember her pulling up in my driveway after a day out thrifting. She opened up her trunk showed me her thrifty finds and gave me a few as well. I miss her more and more as the days go by. 
As Always...
Happy Stitching and Quilting,
y'all
Melisa
"Friendship is another word for love. "
Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤
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Hey, hey welcome home!!! I like your 'new' home away home' set up. The idea of being able to carry more necessary supplies is excellent. High five to Mr Pinker. Enjoy being home and get ready for the next voyage. Big, big hugs, DarleneJ
ReplyDeleteHappy Happy Tuesday, Darlene. Oh thank you so much on our new set up. Hubby is always thinking up something new for our camping adventures. LOL. I am certainly happy that we will be able to take more "stuff" with us to keep from running to town as much when at camp. Have you been quilting away? I am just about ready to bind a little quilt and then on to the next one. Big hugs from a rainy holler.
DeleteI love the way mr Pinker thinks... dont know if I would be brave enough to go all along with it... but you know him such a long time... you know exactely how he is wired... Bless the both of you...
ReplyDeleteHappy Happy Tuesday Miss Wileke. I hope your day is off to a great start. I was so afraid the camper would tip over. I just could not imagine it on the trailer, but LOL he had a vision. Have a beautiful day, Sweetie and thank you for the sweet visit. Hugs.
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ReplyDeleteHappy to see you back. I’ll take peaceful and relaxing any day 😊 K from NY
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you so much, dear K. Oh yes, I became quite spoiled with the peacefulness in the area we were camped. It is so nice to enjoy those slow days. Have a wonderful day. Warm Hugs
DeleteGood to see you back - and already planning a winter camping trip! Wow - where do you go for one? We're here as usual. Getting settled. Hopefully the RV slideout will be fixed soon. And we're getting a new sofa! YAY! I've been spending my days at the VA clinic getting setup for them to be my primary care. Sure takes a while but they are very thorough and very kind. Blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Donna. It is good to be back home . Now just to finish those "back home chores" LOL. We will probably head back out to AZ for the winter. Hubby has a few more things he wants to do to the camper. LOL He is always tinkering. I was wondering if you got your slide out fixed and woo hoo on the new sofa! How exciting! It is so good to hear how thorough the VA is. Hopefully, everything will be set up and processed quickly. I have heard good things about our VA clinic that a number of Vets use. I wish you the best. Have a beautiful day. Warm hugs and blessings
DeleteYou're ready for your winter's journey! That's nice you both enjoy getting away and seeing the sights. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteLOL we are trying to get ready. I have already started making lists and gathering a few supplies so we are not overwhelmed during the holidays. I have to admit , Gretchen, I would stay on the road traveling full time if I could. LOL I guess that is the wanderlust in me, but I come by it naturally - my Great Aunt and now my dad enjoy traveling. Thank you for the sweet visit . I wish you a lovely day in the quilting room. Hugs.
DeleteHow long were you gone on this last adventure? Now there is a different way to haul the camper, your DH might have started a new trend!! Glad it all worked out great. Going to the same place this winter as last?
ReplyDeleteWe were gone a couple of weeks. We had a great time though most of it was spent at camp just relaxing. LOL our camper is a sight isn't it? Hubby had a vision . I look forward to seeing how it goes this winter. Yep, I do believe we are headed to the same area. I am not sure where we will camp first. I guess it will depend on the weather. Are you going out on your Winter trip as well? Have a fabulous day, Vicki and thank you for the sweet visit. Hugs
DeleteWell, Mr. Pinker sure used his noggin' with the new setup. Gives you more room for crafting supplies LOL. The latest trip sounds like a relaxing time. Glad you are back!
ReplyDeleteLOL right? ! I had no idea what he was talking about when he suggested it and could not imagine how to get it on the trailer, but he did it. Oh yes, more crafting supplies! I already told him that he needs to add a box to the trailer for my goodies. Hee! Hee! Thank you for the sweet Tuesday visit, Jeanna. Have a fabulous day. Hugs.
DeleteIngenious! Now you have the bed of the truck to use for stuff!
ReplyDeleteWasn't it! I shouldn't have doubted Mr. Pinker. LOL. I told him the other day to add a little box to the side for my goodies. Hmmm I am thinking for my quilting and crafts while traveling and perhaps some thrifty finds. Hee! Hee! Thank you for bringing a smile to my day, dear Patty. Happy Tuesday. Hugs.
DeleteYou two are an awesome team! Always enjoy reading what you both are up to because you are always busy it seems. Lovely stitching. And I meant to say, I'd linked back to your blog a couple of times when I stitched the Autumn Saltbox, Melisa. Now I'm wondering if there is a winter Saltbox to embroider.
ReplyDeleteAaaw shucks! Thank you so much, Jocelyn. I feel very fortunate to have Mr. Pinker. We are a lot like . I always enjoy seeing what idea he will come up with next. LOL. Oh, I just loved your Autumn Saltbox, Jocelyn. Thank you so much for stitching it. Hmmm I do need to make a Winter Saltbox.That would be a fun stitch. Thank you so much for the idea. My mind has already started swirling with ideas. Winter is fast approaching that is for sure. Have a very lovely day. Hugs and Blessings.
DeleteI think the new camper setup is awesome. Glad you like it as well, Melisa! Your coffee table setup is wonderful. Happy Tuesday!
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Robin. The camper set up worked out better than I imagined. It will be interesting to see how it works on longer trips and getting into places that we like to travel which is off the beaten path. LOL. I have really enjoyed my happy little display for the fall. It makes me smile every time I like at it. Have a blessed day ,sweet friend. Hugs.
DeleteWish I had been there to welcome you home with a nice apple pie. I say Mr Pinker is a genius! You are both so adventuresome, kudos to you!
ReplyDeleteMmmm! Mmmm! An apple pie would have been delightful, ( like you, we are pie people.) Hee ! Hee! but a sweet visit from you is even more special, Linda! I think Mr. Pinker did a good job on his idea . Now why did I doubt him? LOL. Have a fabulous day and thank you for brightening my day. Hugs
DeletePeaceful and relaxing always sounds good to me! These men of ours always have "ideas" - it's good when they work out, lol! I can see that putting the camper on the trailer helped haul the ATV at the same time. Love your Spring Wildflower sampler and all your thrifted goodies, too!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, our guys' minds are always swirling with ideas - aren't they? LOL. Well I guess ours is too, but it is usually around fabric and thread .Right? Hee Hee! We just started hauling the ATV around this year so he thought we could get more "toys" on the trailer- we shall see. Thank you so much, Diann on my little sampler. I am hoping to add trim in the future- perhaps some chenille. Have a fabulous and productive day. Hugs.
Deletegood morning lovely Melisa. i get so worried about you when you don't post for a bit.
ReplyDeleteit looks like you had an amazing trip. i would have stepped back too as Mr. Pinker loaded the camper shell on the trailer. he is extremely brave that Mr. Pinker. i'm glad everything turned out well and that it worked wonders for you.
i am so happy you are back safe and sound. thank you for the cross stitch projects. i'll have to contact my stitching buddy on colors to choose for the stitches.
i hope you have a wonderful, blessed day. i was supposed to be quilting with my quilty buddies, but i am feeling a bit down today. nothing in particular just "life". it happens sometimes.
blessings and love are coming your way. thank you so much for your post this morning. i am so happy you are home. when do you leave again? haha
Debra Broyles
Oh sweet Debra, I cannot tell you how much your concern means to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I had hoped to post earlier. We usually in camp in places where the wifi service is questionable. LOL. Oh yes, I was nervous as can be . I could imagine the camper crashing to the ground. The family all came out to watch the process. It was a sight to behold. LOL. The long winter vacation will come sometime in Dec or Jan. if all goes well. I am not sure if we will have any short excursions or not. You know us- we fly by the seat of our pants. Hee! Hee! Aaaw I am so sorry you are feeling on the "blah" side today. I am sending you a big squeezey bear hug in hopes you will feel better soon. You are such a sweetie ; maybe just having a day to relax will perk you up in no time. I hope you do something for yourself to brighten your day - you certainly deserve it. Love and Hugs
DeleteWhat a camping set up! That Mr. Pinker is always thinking!! The benefits of being able to pack more water and food are awesome. You two are going to have a fabulous winter trip!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteLOL Right? He did a great job of thinking outside of the box. I am definitely looking forward to packing more supplies. It will save us in the long run . I have already started making plans for the winter trip. Thank you so much for the sweet Tuesday visit, Terry. Hugs.
DeleteI would have been nervous about your husband's new idea, too, Melisa, but I'm so glad it worked out! You'll have tons of room to bring home even more thrifting goodies :) That cloth pumpkin from your sister is so pretty--a lovely memory of her and your love for each other. It's so hard losing those we love--no matter how much time goes by, it never stops hurting. Sending you a big hug! ♥
ReplyDeleteLOL I am glad it all worked out on loading the camper too. He had it all worked out despite my reservations. Oh yes, I thought about the room for thrifting goodies too. Hee! Hee! We always make a couple of stops at thrift stores when we make our way home. The little pumpkin does bring back fond memories. You are so right- it never stops hurting . I know you miss your dear mom, dearly. Thank you for the sweet visit, Carol. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
DeleteWell, usually any new product is received with caution, but with the hope that it works. This way you can bring more things.
ReplyDeleteI like your mini sampler and I'm already looking forward to embroidering it (I've already finished and posted the Halloween one on my blog 🎃)
Kisses from Spain
You are so right , Isabel. I am so glad hubby had it all worked out in his mind and it all worked out without any problems. Oh, I am so excited to see your Halloween mini sampler. I am hopping right over for a visit. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for stitching it. I hope you enjoyed it. Hugs and Blessings.
DeleteMr. Pinker is definitely a keeper. He has some great ideas! I'm sure it was nice being able to have a deck to enjoy. I'm glad you liked it. Cute mini sampler. I look forward to hearing more of your adventures on the road! Hugs, B
ReplyDeleteLOL he is . He came up with a great idea and it worked out better than what I imagined. Having the deck was nice and will especially be nice while in the desert. Thank you for the sweet Tuesday visit, Brenda. I hope your week is off to a very lovely start. Hugs.
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