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A spell of mild weather, alternating days of sunshine and rainfall. Tree-tops bare, amber leaves still clinging to lower branches, fluttering in the breeze. Around our woodland home, signs of winter coming. Flocks of yellow-bellied sap suckers, pausing for food on their way south. Masses of invasive asian beetles hatching in the warm sun, creeping into nooks and crannies. Field mice trying to take shelter in the cellar. Overhead, a formation of geese, squawking loudly. A flight of fancy to follow the birds south, small camper in tow. The allure of owning a tiny house on wheels, a room of ones own, a cozy bed at the end of a day of traveling. Thousands of miles of road travels this past summer, a chance to see many campers. Road warriors with stories to tell, some with many miles under their wheels. A few weeks ago, a Tin Can Tourists vintage camper rally in town. An open house, a chance to peek inside. Friendly, experienced and dedicated camper-owners, elated by the romance of camper living, grounded in the realities. Lovingly restored and hand-crafted spaces, some purchased new, others pre-owned or rescued from abandoned fields. A few with former lives as u-haul trailers and ambulances, refurbished. A tribute to good design, every precious inch utilized. A camper of my own, a dream. The reality, preparing for the oncoming northern weather.
TRAVELING NEAR & FAR 
Silvio (Ornament Studio) is right… your writing is spellbinding. A friend who lives nearby traveled across the US in an old, artistically refurbished RV some years ago and still recounts the experience with a spark in her eyes. Perhaps you’ll have to give in when spring comes. It is a small space to heat and very comfy in winter, with the right tires!
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Hi 158 Main. Thanks so much for your generous comment. I suspect your friend’s camper is a beauty! 🙂
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You are welcome. It was. Even had a horse painted on it, and its head was one of the long windows in the upper bunk.
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Sounds like an amazing camper.
Congrats and best wishes with your 158main blog – a fun mix of photos, info and food/dining musings. 🙂
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What a collection of campers! Number six is here in Finland also. I am quite sure about it. Lovely post! Thank You.
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Hi Sartenada. The Tab trailer is a newer style – small, lightweight, low-maintenance and aerodynamic – very appealing. Nice that they are on the road in Finland also – and fun that campers/trailers/caravans are on the road world-wide, in many styles, shapes and sizes. 🙂
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Isn’t it nice to have these ‘bonus’ days? We’re getting the place extra-tidy and buttoned up. Might even manage a few loads of sheep-doo for the garden. Enjoy these next few days – sounds like more sunny loveliness!
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Loving these mild Vermont days, and the sweet golden honey light of late autumn. All the best in tucking your garden in for the winter. 🙂
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