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Frugal Living In A RV and In Life

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Creating Personal Change While Living A Good Life!

In the summer of 2007 my husband and sold everything and moved into a RV. We were first time RVers and had a lot to learn. At 49 and 53 we were ready to get back to basics in life after tough careers I This lens is to showcase my blog and graphic design store as I share our unique lifestyle. We learn about life on a budget and living in an RV. Who knew when we made this decision the economy was going to blow up.

In April of 2010 we discovered a small house in the Sonoran Desert that we could afford. We knew after three years we need the stability of a house and health care so we took the leap. By selling our RV, truck and truck camper, at a loss of course, we were able to make the move. Six months have passed as I write this and we are finding our overhead doable and our hearts full. It's better than we ever imagined.

Can I become an artist? How about following dreams? Building on love? Growing older, wiser and possibly happier. Surrendering to the universe. Facing fears. Having time for life after information overload. Come join us as we discover or knew life. Updated October 2010: Yes we are.

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New Table of Contents

  1. This is how we roamed.
  2. Awesome Links to Inspire and Educate!
  3. Work Camping - Job Listing Resources
  4. Vote for the Best Website for RV Work Camping Jobs
  5. Amazon - Brain Food & Inspiration
  6. That Which Is Good Blog
  7. That Which Is Good Gift & T-Shirt Store
  8. Love This Lens?
  9. From Your Heart to All Of Ours
  10. RV Buddies
  11. Classic Trailer Artist
  12. Friday Harbor Whimsy...
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This is how we roamed.  

Awesome Links to Inspire and Educate!

Visits these sites and find out if your heart is inspired too!

Enjoy!
RV DREAMS
**** Recommended for those researching full time RV living.
Howard and Linda are committed to helping learn just about everything they need to know fo find out if you too want to live full time in an RV. This includes in-depth budget results, economic challenges and work camping when the economy gets tough. A well written comprehensive site!
EARLY RETIREMENT EXTREAM Financial independence, frugality, self-sufficiency, ecology, capitalism, and voluntary simplicity
Jacob shares a high octane view of what you can to do now to empower you to arrive at the land of critical mass sooner then later. He never ceases to amaze me with his energy, insights and passion for creating a live of choice. Oh how I wish he was around thirty years ago when my adult life unfolded.

Check out the Amazon link in this lens to read more about Jacob's new book!
TINY HOUSE BLOG
Are you thinking about making a smaller footprint but an RV isn't right for you? These homes will amaze and inspire you!
GLUTEN FREE GIRL
Food * Stories * Recipes * Love

If you are looking for inspiration on how to uncover a new life and love this is an awesome blog. They have worked hard and embraced their challenges and their interest and ended up with a blooming business as chef's. This blog is especially good for young families working on creating their own unique dreams. If you have Celeiac or are gluten intolerance than this blog is truly delicious!
AN EXPERIMENT IN EARLY RETIREMENT
"He dropped out of work and lived happily ever after. " Well, the truth is never that simple. This blog is about my experiences as I try out 'not working.' I will share my mistakes, so that when it is your turn to drop out of work, you can make new ones.
THE ADVENTURES OF TIAOGA & GEORGE
Update Oct 2010: Dear Readers, Currently George's family is in crisis and his magical adventure is focused on outreaching to family. There is still enormous amounts of RV living information to be found going back through the archives. Our support and visit to his blog also help him with blog traffic until things get worked out. If you are especially interested in boondocking (free RV camping without hook ups) in US and Mexico this is the site for you. George is an amazing inspiration and I hope you will join me in keeping him in your hearts / prayers.

George shares a life of joy as he lives frugally in 'Ms Tioga' with all his whimsical friends. If you are curious about living in an RV in Mexico for the winter this blogs for you too.This is also a wonderful heart felt blog for an arm chair traveler.
Solar RV Stuff
Today's RVer's are looking for freedom, flexibility and adventure as the travel out across the diverse and unique land. Here at Solar RV Stuff we will help you find your way. Solar energy technology gives you freedom on the road. The technology has matured into a quiet, reliable and environmental fr

Work Camping - Job Listing Resources

- Top 5 Work Camping Sites and More

If you are looking for new experiences and adventure work camping might be the answer. Unique and inspiring range of work camping opportunities are out there to explore. A great place to start is on the internet as you find out what is out there. The more you know the better you will be in finding a good fit for you and the employer.

Below are links to outstanding work camping sites. A combination of both job listings and information.

Recommendations for first-time work campers
- Research the internet
- Read forum post and blogs from experienced work campers
- Be sure to get agreements in writing
- Be aware their are income opportunities, you don't have to give yourself away.
- Volunteering can be fun too
- Be prepared to work hard, make new friends and enjoy time off!

NOTE: How do you spell work camper? Take your pick: work camper, work-camper, workamper, workcamper...

NOTE: These sites are intended as resources for you and are not specific recommendations for any given work camping and/or employer.
WORKERS ON WHEELS - Workcamping Information and Education!
This is my favorite free source for job listings across the United States for work camping. There is lots of information here! Sign up for their newsletter feed and you will get an email newsletter with new listings as well. Educational, convenient and knowledgeable... A good place to start!
WORKERS ON WHEELS - Free Job Listings!
This is a quick link to get you to the job listings. This listings are organized by the month they are listed. They include both immediate openings as well as future ones. Note that you can also go back twelve months in listings and read about other opportunities that suit you.

TIP: Find an old listing that peaks your interest? Why not contact the employer for 'future' opportunities.

A smile, flexibility and a great work ethic can open the door to new experiences. What a life!
WORKAMPER NEWS - Both free and fee based services
From their site...
Helping RVers Explore the World One Job at a Time

These folks know their stuff. They have over twenty years of experience putting people together. Access to the job listings require a subscription however other content rich information like getting started, resume writing and more is definitely worth the read.
RECREATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - Manages public recreation facilities
From their site:
Recreation Resource Management was founded in 1988 to provide local, state, and federal government with an alternative for managing public recreational facilities. For nearly 15 years, we have partnered with government organizations to provide quality services and environmental stewardship while increasing the net return to government.
COOL WORKS - Thousands of jobs in great places
From their site:
Cool Works® is about you finding a seasonal job or career in some of the greatest places on Earth. Get a summer job in Yellowstone, Yosemite, or another national park. Find a summer job as a camp counselor. Ski resorts, ranches, theme parks, tour companies and more are waiting for you. Let Cool Works.com® show you the way to live out your own amazing adventure!
American Leasure - Oppurtunities for Employment
From therie site:
American Land & Leisure provides an opportunity for seasonal work while living in some of the most beautiful surroundings in the nation.

American Land & Leisure is the largest and most successful campground management corporation in the United States, and employs over 450 people, as camp managers, during the summer recreation season. Applicants must have their own RV, enjoy public contact, and have a strong work ethic. We are represented by the highest quality field workers in the industry.

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That Which Is Good Blog

Creating Personal Change While Living A Good Life

These are my personal stories and experiences as I discover my new life. I ramble and roam through my own discoveries of living frugal in an RV and creating a good life. I share my attempts at art, birding, learning the internet, exploring the world, and sometimes politics. Please come join in my journey of discovery.

We do not travel in our RV. We are exploring ourselves while roaming around the neighborhood. A variety of contradictions we are still finding our way in life.

April 2010.. After some nip and tuck plus with a helping of good luck we have been able to transition into a house. It's a small house, with a Tucson dessert smaller cost. We sold the RV and truck and now are slowly nesting in as desert rats. We are stinking happy! This does not mean that we are free from worries, challenges and new adventures but we are learning to trust ourselves as we grow into our new lives. We are counting our blessing.
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That Which Is Good Gift & T-Shirt Store

Whimsical designs that make you smile!

Come join in the celebration of Love, Travel, Kayak, White Water, Family, RV, Transformation, Dance, Soccer, Great Cooks, Chefs, Wanderers, Geocaching, Cache, Hikers, Free Spirits, Gluten-Free, Celiac and More! Colorful, fun, artsy gifts: T-shirts, Mugs, and Whimsy. A variety of clothing, magnets, mousepads and other unique gifts perfect even for the hard to buy for. A wonderful store for any well loved adventurous spirit.
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RV Buddies

Silly sensations to celebrate homes on wheels. Let the joy begin as we wander our lives away! RV, Trials, Campers and more.
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Classic Trailer Artist

The joy of a classical RV Trailer. A unique set of designs to celebrate the classic soul!
Cardinal Mug
1958 Chevy Apache & Shasta Airflyte Coffee Mugs
1956 Shasta Trailer Coffee Mugs
72 Ford with 72 Shasta Mug
Cardinal Trailer in living color!
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Friday Harbor Whimsy...

Doorway to nature

Fun whimsical designs from Sandy's view....come out and play. Camping any day any time!
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