I received the call from the La Mesa RV this morning with mixed feelings, I wanted it done and all ready to travel but wasn't anxious to hear what it was going to cost. The usual things cost enough the way it is but we had a few items that needed taken care of over and above the routine stuff. The roof is now 8 1/2 years old and was in need of sealing so that added a bunch, the flush out valve broke and we found the line to the black tank was clogged solid and thus not covered under warranty work. We replaced the toilet in the bathroom with a new higher one (us older folks like the high boys...besides it better on Bev's knee) this all adds up when in addition to oil changes, generator service, jack calibration and those minor things. All in all the coach is ready for the road, the next thing will probably be tires, hopefully when we return.
To tell the truth we probably should be cutting this trip a little short this year, Bev's business has been down and we've been putting away for Christmas at Disneyland with all the kids and grand kids this year. A lot of decisions will be made after the few weeks in Iowa as far as which direction to head after that and for how long in said direction. Last year as soon as we hit the road Bev got busy as hell and pretty much worked a few hours most days we were on the road, I'm sure she's hoping for the same this year but I have mixed feeling on that..........she needs to enjoy also.
We're beyond the point of no return with this home on wheels, but the past years it has cost more than it did the first 7 years. Maintenance is expensive but we know it's a must to be safe out there on the highways and byways! Oh well here's praying the good Lord provides what is needed to enjoy another journey across this great nation of ours.
We'll pick the motor home up tomorrow and then the slow but sure packing starts in earnest, and Mike gets to finish carpet cleaning and a few other chores before we hit the dusty trail.
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