Welcome to another edition of Fly On The Wall group blog postings hosted by Karen of
Baking In A Tornado. Today there are three of us inviting you into our homes to see what a nosy fly might see if he was buzzing around.
Our fly---or rather flies---followed us on an RV trip 2 weeks ago because we camped at a zoo (and you know how much flies love zoos)! This was Lucy's virgin trip, so we stayed close by, camping just 1 hour away at the famous Lion Country Safari park. WHAT FUN!!! We met our RV neighbors who helped us work out a few newbie issues with Lucy when we first arrived, but after that, it was all about relaxing outdoors and grilling burgers while we sipped some champagne. We took Yoda with us and he was the perfect doggo! But this story would not be complete without a little back history and a promise Mac and I made 40 years ago.
After saying our wedding vows in 1984, we agreed that when we reached retirement age, we would buy an RV and travel around the country. We also joked about how we would both wear muumuus when we did it. We actually bought the muumuus many, many years ago and kept them in the closet. So on our virgin trip 2 weeks ago with Lucy, we pulled out the muumuus to celebrate this promise. The best part? We've decided to make the muumuus a tradition and wear them at every campsite we visit!Even crazier is that this RV park is right next to the zoo, so while we were sipping coffee outdoors the following morning, we heard the hungry lions roaring for breakfast! It was incredible, but I was very grateful for the fencing between us. We also heard a ton of monkeys jabbering in the trees.
Since we weren't too far from home, several of our kids and grandkids drove the extra miles to have a cookout on our second day at the park. The weather was perfect, the food was delicious, and the cornhole was competitive!
We are embracing the RV life 100% now and couldn't be happier living in our little Lucy. I already have 7 more trips planned---our next one May 23 up to the GORGEOUS Blue Springs State Park!
Before I forget, let's hear it for all the mamas out there who celebrated Mother's Day last weekend! You deserved your special day! We had a lot of fun, too---visited our favorite South Florida spot, Morikami Japanese Gardens, and enjoyed lunch at their outdoor cafe. We got to hang out with our neighbors by their pool afterward. And then on Mother's Day, it was all about brunch with the family. I'm sure I gained 10 pounds from the weekend but calories don't count for Moms on their special day!
Wish us luck next weekend with Lucy--it will be hot as Hades at the RV park but the springs will be cool and hopefully, the flies will stay away!!
***Want more Meno Mama? My latest fun piece for BUSINESS INSIDER on retirement is HERE to read. I also have a few over at AARP's "The Girlfriend" on the most affectionate cat breeds (HERE) and great Memorial Day dishes HERE. You can find me over at AARP's "The Ethel" sharing classic recipes from our Moms HERE . If you've been following my column at Yahoo Life, then hopefully you caught these popular posts---one on seniors who choose to live alone (HERE ) and the much debated Mother-In-Law issue (HERE). Enjoy!
Now it's time to go buzz around with the fly at Karen and Diane's house to see what they've been up to!
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Perfect virgin trip, with mumus, champagne, and visiting family. Can't wait to see where you end up next.
ReplyDeleteWe're going to stay in Florida our first year but then venturing into Georgia and the Carolinas in mid to late 2025!
DeleteYou're living my dream, Marsha! I hope to retire to an RV and travel a bit before laying down roots. Love the mumu's! haha
ReplyDeleteYou should do it---it really does feel like a lifetime dream come true!
DeleteWhat a great camping place. I love your description of the animal sounds and, also, that you attracted people to join you for family time.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about the muumuus and how you are going to make it a tradition. I suspect yu are going to make a lot of RV friends dressed like that. Enjoy Blue Springs. I visited it once but it was in January. A lot more comfortable!
ReplyDeleteLOL yes I'm sure we will make new friends! Can't wait to see the springs!
DeleteYeah. A lion's roar would pretty much make me sit right up in bed! What glorious adventures await! I'm so happy you can do this! And the mumus just add the last perfect touch!
ReplyDeleteBTW, we have campgrounds in Canada. Just sayin'...
Girrrrrrl...I am on my way to see you!!
DeleteTim and I always thought when he retired we would travel around Australia, now not so sure it will happen because Tim has bugga all interest in doing anything at this time in his life, I can only hope that changes.
ReplyDeleteYour photos bring a smile to this face and adds some joy into my heart.
Awww you are so sweet--I hope you can change Tim's mind!
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