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RE: Restaurants in Gulf Shores, AL
We're not much for the large corporate type restaurants or chain restaurants.
Tin Top is our absolute favorite!! They do have 2 locations but, the feel is very comfortable and down home.
They have great early bird pricing -- They were in Southern Living for their Shrimp and Grits--MMmmmm
Their west indies salad is amazing as is their sushi grade ahi tuna.
They also have great steaks, seafood etc.
Hopefully we will get down there again this winter!
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debrick
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06/19/13 07:15am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Weber Q question. Does size matter?
We have the 200 and most of the time it is just the two of us--the smaller one would not work for us as I can cook the entire meal on the 200 and not have to use my inside kitchen.
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debrick
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05/07/13 06:30am |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Seasonal site users -- patio deck mounting?
We are seasonal also--when I spoke to my insurance agent he said they would not cover our Fifth Wheel if we attached anything to it or took the wheels off (were not planning on it anyway). Hubby built us a set of stairs that are about 48" wide so they are like a small deck--he also built me a 10X10 ground level patio deck that is 2 sections so we can store it in our covered trailer in the winter. These things are so heavy there is no movement.
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debrick
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04/30/13 06:19am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Another Rant - can't help it!!
Just have to add this true story.
A few years ago we camped at this campground that was a mix of seasonal and regular campers (we were seasonal at the time) We went out for the evening to a birthday party--came back about 12:00 AM noticed we had neighbors---all is good--quiet till about 6 AM--when they decide to have a nice campfire right next to our slide and talk and laugh very loudly---we were tired and did not have the ambition to get up -- get dressed and go out there---thought what the heck we will let it go---hubby goes outside after he gets up and the guy next door looks at him with this "sheepish" look---Umm we borrowed your firepit--hope that was ok---they had pulled out our portable fire pit from under our fifth wheel and had them selves a nice little fire---What was more shocking was that my normally outspoken husband was so shocked he just said "thats ok"----I do not think I would have been that nice. I would have had to "educate" them on manners!!
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debrick
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04/29/13 02:40pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Campgrounds with music?
In the town of Bean Blossom, Indiana is the Bill Monroe Music Park and Campground (just outside of little Nashville in Brown County)--They have several events each year --Bluegrass, Gospel, Biker and the one we go to each August---The Bean Blossom Blues Fest--awesome people--laid back atmosphere--the campground is pretty basic with water and electric (dump station) and the roads are gravel which can be a lot of dust but, the event it worth it--looking forward to it.
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debrick
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04/23/13 12:15pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: LITTLE FARM ON THE RIVER RV RESORT (Rising Sun, IN)
Our Seasonal Site is just a few miles from there.
We camped there for one night last year (to check it out). We met the "Activities Director" when we were there---very nice Lady. If you have children or grand children that camp with you I can see where it would be a fun place as they have so many activities for the kids---it is like summer camp everyday.
For us, I did not really care for it. We stayed on the lower level and it was a straight line with the campers and this meant all of the fire rings were in a row (not far apart) there was just no privacy at all. We felt it was expensive for us as we did not use any of the amenities.
There really is no other competition close to Little Farm--we prefer General Butler (across the River)when camping in this area.
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debrick
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04/22/13 07:59am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Camping locally on weekends & late checkouts
I think everyone is "over thinking" this. It's simple -- ask at the office if they allow late check-outs---if there is no one at the office to ask---you leave at the check-out time---easy as that.
We did just this last weekend at the Horse Park---It was finally nice on Sunday and since we only have an hour to drive home I went to the office and asked if anyone was booked for our site that evening---she said no--I asked --very nicely---could we stay a few more hours and enjoy the day?--she said --no problem and wrote a note next to our site number on her log--I told her 4:00--she said fine and we made sure we left by 4:00.
Understandably you will be more successful during the off season.
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debrick
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04/16/13 12:33pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: $40,000 question
Great advise wintersun---I may do just that and contact a internet sales person the next dealer I "visit"----the sales person that "helped" me at the Chevy dealer near home could not tell me the difference between a 2500 and a 3500 (and just about any other question I had) that is why I appreciate all of the information everyone here has taken the time to post.
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debrick
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04/12/13 06:48am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
Thanks bmanning---as they say---You "get it" I understand that some people would want to pick it out but my hubby is not like that (I am) we have both agreed that we need a new truck sometime this year-- just have not quite nailed down the exact when so what the heck---he will be so excited.
I went to Chevy last week---going to ford later this week (hard getting there on the sly) I am really looking forward to seeing his face when he sees the truck---still need to work out the logistics of how I will give him the truck!
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debrick
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04/09/13 12:26pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
Thanks Taco----you are right--we do not want a Diesel--just personal preference. We talked a lot about trucks this weekend which was great as it proved I was right on track about what he would want in a new truck. I am going to try to get over to the Ford Dealer at lunch this week.
As some have suggested---the larger gas tank would definately be a plus.
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debrick
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04/08/13 08:07am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
I will be shopping around before I make any deals and may travel for the right one if needed---I bought two of our former motorcycles out of state at a Honda Power Dealer for that reason.
I have also had a couple of very nice people that have offered to help and am taking some of their help and advise as well.
Not my first rodeo so I am confident with patience that I will get the right truck.
On to KY Horse Park for the weekend!!
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debrick
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04/05/13 09:52am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: What new gear or gadgets are you RVing with this summer?
Son gave us an ice maker---can't wait to try it out
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debrick
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04/05/13 06:30am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: $40,000 question
Thanks again everyone---going camping for the first time this year later today so I will be back on the hunt Monday.
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debrick
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04/05/13 06:13am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: CG prices putting a damper on weekend camping?
Another thought, last year my hubby was laid off for the first time in his life
this lasted several months, we knew we would be ok with our bills on my income
and unemployment but, did we not want to touch savings for our "luxuries" ---
which camping is so, I started looking around at all the stuff we have laying
around and thought---we need to get rid of this anyway with retirement about 5
years ahead so---what better time than now---I started selling stuff we did not
use anymore on Craigslist and FB yard sale sites---$10 here $20 there added up
quickly and we were able to camp almost every weekend.
That time camping was really needed for my hubby as he had never been out of
work in his life and it was a tough time for him.
Everything cost more these days and I think you need to get creative sometimes
in making sure you take the time for your mental health.
Best of luck to you and your wife!
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debrick
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04/04/13 01:21pm |
RV Lifestyle
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RE: Dollywood and Nashville Campground recomendations
We prefer Two Rivers in Nashville, stayed at the KOA once and there was dog feces all over (we have a dog) they had a fenced dog area but we would not let her play there as it was full of it as well as our site--again doggie doo doo on it when we got there.
Too bad--it was a nice place--nice managers but that ruined it for us considering staying again.
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debrick
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04/04/13 12:20pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Gulf front rv parks Alabama and Florida
Not sure if you have a pet or not but, when we stayed at Camping on the Gulf you could not stay on one of the beachfront lots if you had a pet. For the price I was totally unimpressed---liked topsail much better---just my opinion though--you may love it.
Have also stayed at luxury rv in GS---we enjoyed that park for its location but, there are others we enjoy more in GS.
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debrick
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04/04/13 12:14pm |
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RE: $40,000 question
I can not believe how many amazing replies I have received! To those that understand---thank you---to those that do not---that is ok--I know I am the lucky one--and that is what hubby always says as well!
This is about our 5th truck in 35 years--many cars-vans--motorcycles you name it in between.
We camped when we were dating up until the kids came then we just got caught up in so many other things that we got away from it.
Hubby did the old cars when we had kids (so I could have the dependable one) and could afford nothing else---the nice cars when things got better---and then several years back he was driving that nice car and could never stop and pick up anything dirty and would not put a trailer hitch on his car ---because he said he could not do that to an Audi. I said---you need a truck again--he said ok--find me one so he was working out of town at the time--got a friend to give me the X plan and I brought him one home---he was so happy--new truck and he did not have to do a thing but get in and turn the key and he was so proud because I got a much better deal than he knew he would have the patience for--well that truck led us back to camping and for that he is grateful.
I am much more patient and will research anything I buy.We talk about what we both like and then "I" do the research---just not his thing. I feel extremely confident that I will buy the right truck for both of us and our future fun.
Hubby is incredibly talented mechanically and electrically and he keeps everything in top shape for us--that's his thing. All the options get overwhelming for him--he is a simple hardworking guy--not into all the bells and whistles (more for him to fix).
I understand those that would want to pick out their own---in our house that would be me!
Again, thanks to all----on with the search!
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debrick
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04/03/13 08:41pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
Thanks so much for the replies---I was going back and forth on the 3/4 ton vs 1 ton and I agree---1 ton it is! By nature I research quite a long time before any purchase (hubby does not have the patience)so your feedback is much appreciated.
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debrick
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04/03/13 02:35pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
Not asking for advise on whether I should make the purchase --- asking for advise on type of truck---nice to hear feedback on what others would buy using our needs and price point----ps the bike cost $25,000
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debrick
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04/03/13 02:09pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: $40,000 question
Thanks for all of the response so far, I have been married to my hubby for 35 years now so I am pretty sure what he likes. He would have no issue with my surprising him! If it was reversed though I agree---love the man but, he can not shop and does not like the hassle!!
I bought him a motorcycle years ago---he loved it and loved that he did not have to shop around---I am a much better shopper/negotiator and he knows it.
We have been tossing around the idea getting a new truck for quite a while.
I will be trading in my SUV on the truck (bought that one myself too). We have the 250 and a small car (both pd for) that we will sell afterwards and then I will get something used with those proceeds (maybe something sporty?)
Our current 5th wheel will probably be our retirement camper--if we are able to upgrade at some point it will be of equal or lesser size.
Many of you are confirming where I was leaning---1 ton--long bed--
I was just now sure on the gear ratio?
How about price---since I have just started---how do the brands compare?
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debrick
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04/03/13 01:39pm |
Tow Vehicles
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