$11 well spent, the cat colony was cool also. Cats are interesting they will seek out other cats and live harmonically with large numbers. I seen stuff like that when I lived in Key West, they were Hemmingway cats with extra toes. I love nature in all forms and appreciate it when I see it.
I relate to your love for nature. But I suspect the cats are breeding and noone is doing anything about it. Just letting them go. I don't know how they get there food.
My first experience living on the road was in 1970, from NC to Montana for work, and back in a VW Karmann Ghia, 40mpg, 26 cents a gallon...but my needs were simpler then. A chuck box, kerosene stove, my carpenter tools, amazing amount of space to tuck things into.
At that time most Midwestern small towns had designated overnight spots, free or a dollar, before the corporate takeover of public space. Camping for a night was allowed, or at least tolerated, in rest areas and roadside parks with a pit toilet were everywhere.
And interstates were still a work in process so the highways brought you much more in contact with people, and spontaneous conversations, before the loss of curiosity. Definitely a changed world...
I was 20 years old back in 1970, but I remember the "pit toilets". I'm sure it must have been quite a memorable experience to travel from NC to Montana. It must have been thrilling. And quite a difference in culture. Those were the good old days for you, young, full of piss and vinegar and ready to change the world.
Those kinds of finds are awesome! We came across a little city park once and it was totally free! We couldn’t believe it. It was a nice peaceful stop for us.
Yes. I found one on my trip round Australia in 2017. This one, like yours, was very cheap and included a whole shower block with a free washing machine. It was awesome. No one else was there. It's so refreshing to feel you're being trusted and not ripped off for a change!
Wow, having a free washing machine is surprising. I wonder who the mastermind was behind that thinking. And I bet you felt like a king having the whole place to yourself. How long did you stay there, just one night?
What a gem!
Yes, I thought it was a gem.
$11 well spent, the cat colony was cool also. Cats are interesting they will seek out other cats and live harmonically with large numbers. I seen stuff like that when I lived in Key West, they were Hemmingway cats with extra toes. I love nature in all forms and appreciate it when I see it.
He Debby,
I relate to your love for nature. But I suspect the cats are breeding and noone is doing anything about it. Just letting them go. I don't know how they get there food.
Beautiful.
A rare treasure blessed with cats!
Mary Jo,
Yes, and I'm marveled at cats. They were all wild and I couldn't pet any of them.
My first experience living on the road was in 1970, from NC to Montana for work, and back in a VW Karmann Ghia, 40mpg, 26 cents a gallon...but my needs were simpler then. A chuck box, kerosene stove, my carpenter tools, amazing amount of space to tuck things into.
At that time most Midwestern small towns had designated overnight spots, free or a dollar, before the corporate takeover of public space. Camping for a night was allowed, or at least tolerated, in rest areas and roadside parks with a pit toilet were everywhere.
And interstates were still a work in process so the highways brought you much more in contact with people, and spontaneous conversations, before the loss of curiosity. Definitely a changed world...
Hi Michael,
I was 20 years old back in 1970, but I remember the "pit toilets". I'm sure it must have been quite a memorable experience to travel from NC to Montana. It must have been thrilling. And quite a difference in culture. Those were the good old days for you, young, full of piss and vinegar and ready to change the world.
Those kinds of finds are awesome! We came across a little city park once and it was totally free! We couldn’t believe it. It was a nice peaceful stop for us.
Wait, you stay in a Volvo camper van?
Hi Jim,
No, I stay in a Promaster gray camper van, and my black volvo sedan( converted to a car camper) and my Louisiana home.
I was picturing something different.
Yes. I found one on my trip round Australia in 2017. This one, like yours, was very cheap and included a whole shower block with a free washing machine. It was awesome. No one else was there. It's so refreshing to feel you're being trusted and not ripped off for a change!
Wow, having a free washing machine is surprising. I wonder who the mastermind was behind that thinking. And I bet you felt like a king having the whole place to yourself. How long did you stay there, just one night?
Yes, I had to be somewhere the next day...but I caught up with my washing. I almost felt bad that I didnt get to spend money in the town. 🌞