Small Town America

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Central Business District at noon on a Sunday

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They take Sunday seriously in America’s Heartland. We love the towns, the land and the people of Kansas, which is why some years ago we spent two months traveling in the western part of the state. For us this is what makes America what it is. And to put it into perspective, it is same in the some 50 countries we have visited, the real thing is the smaller towns and villages.

Reorganizing Sophie’s Bays

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Over time the two larger storage bays in Sophie had become a hodgepodge of items with the back bay holding the heaviest items. Wanting to move some of the weight forward in front of the rear axle meant a complete reorganization of those two bays. Using a the bathroom scales we carry along (someone likes to weigh everyday), made the task easy.

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The sewer hose support, water hose and electric cord go in the bottom section when we disconnect to travel.

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The side bay now holds all the heavier items including the leveling blocks, air compressor and tools. Organized so the items used most often are in the handiest location, it should make life easier.

A Product For Every Need

Many a parent has likely faced this at one time or another, a child who won’t eat bread with the crust on. Into the consumer society where both parents work and there is little time do all that needs to be done, comes the perfect solution for that situation. Crustless sandwiched Does this fall under the idea of the better mousetrap?

A Different Kind of RV Park

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With the rodeo in town for the weekend, the RV parks are full.

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The breeds of cattle they raise on the ranch.

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Not a level site, just some gravel on the hillside.

dirt road

Two miles of dirt road, yes just dirt, to get here. It is another really neat stumble upon. Life is indeed great.