Jason is the gracious person that is allowing me use of his land in Enoree, to salvage a few items for the bus, and to offer advice and ideas for the bus, as well as the big box of roasting pans that I have multiple uses for. I need to get his picture to include on this blog.
I recently re-united with a friend from the past, Donna, and have really enjoyed discussions about the potential future of my travels. She thinks outside the box with great creativity. There are so many possibilities that once I get the bulk of construction out of the way I look forward to exploring some her ideas.
These two people, as well as every single person I am in contact with, illustrate why I enjoy my life so much more now. Rarely are these relationships superficial, we don't just discuss pleasantries and exchange false niceties. There is substance and depth to my interaction with people now. I feel they take a genuine interest in my life and I fully appreciate all the different perspectives they provide. Jason, for example, had never met me before offering me the use of his land. And yet in my time of need, he was there, the random act of kindness of a stranger.
Ok, this past week I have been working to get money for groceries, gas and supplies. My pantry and cooler is full of food. I feel like a rich man. I discovered Goodwill and Salvation Army stores again. They sell appliances for dirt cheap. Donna even took advantage of this to buy my house warming gift, a bread maker for a $3.50. Fresh bread smelling up my bus, oh the horror. Now if I run out of bread I can just whip up a piping hot loaf of sourdough. I also purchased a toaster oven so I can bake sweet treats and other assorted foods. Now if I can procure a small microwave my kitchen will be complete.
Which brings me to my Wish List... Here are things I still need for the bus conversion that I could use. If you have or know where I can find these items for free or cheap please let me know. I am listing everything big and small, and I'll probably still leave things out. Besides the Clean water holding tank I don't mind if the items are used or not perfect.
Drapes- to cover back windows.
Round things that attach drapes to drapery rod
Sofa or Futon Cushions
Dust Buster (the kind that can be recharged by plugging into the wall)
Small chest freezer
Small Microwave (700 watt)
Kerosene Heater (possibly even small electric space heater)
Small round buck stove
Water Tanks- 50 gallon or larger fresh water tank
----25 Gallon or larger Black water tank
----50 Gallon or larger Grey water tank
12 volt clean water pump
Plumbing lines
Porta Potty or RV commode
1000 watt or larger Inverter (to convert DC power into AC power)
Any Marine type batteries that still hold a charge
Additional Solar panels
Car stereo system and 4x6 oval speakers
cigarette lighter 'extension cord'
Back up Camera- So I don't run over stuff
Battery isolator-
Charge regulator- to keep battery from draining back 'up' to solar panels once sun goes down or clouds come up
RV ladder
Bus Tires (Used or Retreads) I can get exact dimensions if needed
RV Stove/Oven
Well that is all I can think of now for the Wish List. Thank you for looking and feel free to drop me an email if there is something you could provide.
Here are a couple of pics I forgot to include last time
New Carpet on steps and platform. I used a donated floor rug.
Painted Cabinets and (unhung) painted doors. I plan on painting door handle black.
Instead of a kerosene heater, you should look into getting a wood stove from harbor freight to heat your rig.
ReplyDeleteIt would be cheaper than kerosene and require no electricity.