We thought that Rusty would be a – to put it bluntly- huge pain in the ass on this trip. But he is actually settling in quite well- doesn’t bark as much- really only at other dogs or if someone walks into our camp- which is good. He seems to be having a great time actually- hanging out with us and going for lots of hikes and walks. His camouflage works in the desert too and I am more and more convinced that he is part coyote.
Tilly is having a harder time- she was on a hunger strike earlier in the trip but is eating again now. She was used to at home sleeping a lot! She is really tired- but doesn’t seem to mind being left with her bed in the camper while the rest of us go. We just need to watch the temperatures for her.
The trailer- that we still need a name for – seems really spacious- we each have our own little space- choosing the model with the double bunks for the kids was a great decision as they each have their own little room. We spend most of our time outside of course- but inside only one person uses the sink/bathroom at a time- and the dogs have to be outside for me to use the kitchen which I’m still figuring out a system of storage for. Good thing I bought a step stool as most cupboards are too high- as usual. Compared to our backcountry-canoeing system this is luxury! A fridge- freezer- three burner stove-oven, sink, bathroom, shower (that we only use if we are hooked up to water) A water tank, our own mattress and duvet! Pretty comfy. One of the things we just bought that is helping with all the little miscellaneous things like maps, sunglasses, bandanas, charger cords, flashlight, sunscreen is a canvas shoe bag with mesh pockets that hangs on the outside of the bathroom door. Very handy. A few double wide pockets would make it even better.
We seem to be settling in, relaxing, reconnecting with each other and with nature....just what we all needed.
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