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Published: October 27th 2010
Flat Stanley in the RV
The "cock pit" is set up for my office. Great way to maximize time on the road!Our 2010-2011 "Trek South" has begun.
Ballston Lake to Fancy Gap to Jekyll Island and eventually to south western Florida. We'll fly home for Holidays and return in February.
Our first “stop” on the 2010-2011 trek south was Americana icon, Fancy Gap, VA. To re-cap, day one had us southbound on I-88 and through Pennsylvania, on day two we went through a tiny slice-of Maryland and a little chunk of West Virginia. The drive through Virginia was beautiful - next time, we might try Route 11, which parallels the interstate and might offer more "local color."
Except for Fancy Gap we were doing “non stop,” long driving days. made more intense and tiring for Wes, the driver beautifully handling the 34’ motor home with a Jeep in tow. It was more of a breeze for me, the navigator, who got to catch up with client work and clean out files on my lap top. We dry camped behind a Cracker Barrel restaurant. Cracker Barrels parking lots have “pull thrus,” are well-lighted, allow over night “camping,” and are always conveniently close to interstate highways. This is a time when we make an exception to the "no chains" rule. You
can order breakfast all day long!
Luckily there was some sun as we rolled into Fancy Gap near the Blue Ridge Parkway. But even in the rain, with smoky clouds hindering the view, Fancy Gap is breathtaking. Fancy Gap is a perfect name for this homey and beautiful spot near the Virginia/North Caroling border. We’ve “camped” at the Fancy Gap KOA before. All the amenities are covered, even cable TV and Wi Fi! This is camping! Home cooked food at the nearby Lake View Diner. No lake, no view, but delish, homestyle food with friendly, fun service. For example this exchange between Wes and our server: “Do you serve wine or beer?” “Sorry, sir, it’s a dry county.” “I’ll have an ice tea, please.” “Would you like that shaken or stirred?”
Next, we will visit the North Carolina DeVoes.
Flat Stanley is traveling with us as part of a project for one of Beth’s students.
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paula
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Out and About Again
It sounds like you are having a great time once again.. We are getting ready for Halloween and enjoying our new dog Joshua.. The boats are put to sleep and we await the holiday and winter preparations.. We will be in Wardsboro once again and hope you might join us.. We will be going to Florida the first couple of weeks in April.. perhaps we will see you then?? Keep in touch and have fun..love Paula