What do you use to control moisture in your RV?
These @dampridcr containers are affordable, and we keep a few around our trailer in areas prone to moisture. The one under our bed was an afterthought, and I'm glad we put one there because it has filled up real quick!
We also have one that stays in our washer when we're not using it and one under our sink.
Mold is one of my biggest fears, and this is just one preventative measure we use.
#rvtipsandtricks #rvtipsfornewbies #moisturecontrol #moldpreventiontips #fulltimervlifestyle
Being handy is so important for RV life!
Unless you have tons of disposable income, which we don't.
So thankful that my husband is a mechanic. He isn't able to fix everything because we just don't have access to all his tools or proper lifts, etc. But he is able to do a lot, which helps us big time on the road.
When your truck pulls your home, you need to take good care of it! (also, he so wishes we had bought a diff truck 😄 🤣)
#fulltimervers #truckmaintenance #wisheshehadaford #realrvlife #rvtipsfornewbies #nofilteronlife
Making the decision to move my family into an RV to travel fulltime has changed all our lives in so many ways. Not all moments are perfect, but this particular one was pretty close. #fulltimervfamily #glaciernationalparkmontana #ditchingsuburbia #forgeanewpath #createyourhappy
We finally used our @harvesthosts membership!
Other families utilize this membership much more than us, and I see why! To be honest, we just don't do a lot of single night stops, or when we have, we haven't been able to find a host in our area that could fit our rig.
This was a great stop, and I'll share more in a reel soon.
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We are a family of 5 living that fulltime RV life for the past year. I love sharing about travel with kids with an emphasis on health and wellness. Follow along @aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#fulltimervfamilies #harvesthosts #campingtips #travelwithkids
Serious money-saving tip for RVers!
Let's face it, maintenance and repairs are a big part of RV life. It's not exactly easy to get a 40 ft 5th wheel into a repair shop, and finding RV techs on the road can be difficult in certain areas. Not to mention the cost and being without your home while it is in the shop for repairs.
Steven is a trained mechanic, which is awesome, but just about anyone can learn to do basic maintenance (in this video, he is re-packing and replacing wheel bearings).
If you are thinking about full-time RV travel, I highly recommend learning some handy skills!
#rvrepairs #rvmaintenance #rvingfulltime #rvtips #moneysavingtips
It's fine. I'm fine. 😜🤪
At least @rvlifepro makes it easier to change my route for the hundredth time this summer (not sponsored) 🤦♀️
Do you use RV Trip Wizard for route planning? I love that I can have multiple different trips planned and can even share them with my friends if I want to try and coordinate with them! (Link in bio if you want to check out their trip-planning tools)
#rvtripwizard #rvlifepro #fulltimervproblems #routeplanning #roadtripswithkids #wildfireseason #washingtonroadtrip #travelingfamilyof5
If this sounds like you, remember this ⏬️
✨️Martha Stewart didn't publish her first cookbook until 41
✨️Stan Lee was almost 39 when he released his first hit comic
✨️Eric Yuan founded Zoom when he was 41
✨️Leo Goodwin created GEICO when he was 50
✨️Bernie Marcus cofounded Home Depot when he was 50
So I'm just going to keep trying new things until I find something that makes me happy (and hopefully makes me money at the same time 🤣). 40 is the new 30, right??
#findingmyself #whenigrowup #passionproject #findwhatmakesyouhappy #entrepreneurgoals #millenialmoms #dontgiveuponyourdreams #ifatfirstyoudontsucceed #itsnevertoolate
Don't miss this treasure!
We celebrated Steven's bday early with some GF treats at this great bakery in Bellingham, WA @pureblissdesserts . It's not a dedicated GF facility, but they had a lot of GF and vegan options. The vegan GF carrot cake was perfection.
#glutenfreetraveler #glutenfreebellingham #fulltimetraveler #travelingfoodie #washingtoneats #gfbakery
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Love those empty campgrounds during the week!
Bonus: there's a better chance that anyone else there during the week is also a fulltime RV family, which means a lot less weird looks when they find out we travel fulltime 🤣🤣😜
#fulltimervfamily #summersover #backtoschool #rvlife
Fresh apples, peaches, and blackberries every day!
Really helping with our fruit budget 😋 🤣
We love Washington!
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We are a family of 5 traveling fulltime in our RV, currently exploring the PNW. Follow our adventures @aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#fruitpicking #campgroundperks #washingtonstate #familywalks❤️ #fulltimervlifestyle
This is the most common question we get!
No, we're not independently wealthy. I like to be transparent, so here's our income:
➡️ Steven: receives VA disability every month because he retired from the military for medical reasons. He also receives a small monthly stipend when he is in school, thanks to VRE (a vocational rehab program through the VA available to certain vets).
➡️ Stephanee: I receive a small stipend through the Chapter 35 VA program to help pay for my education, but it really just covers my tuition without much extra. I also have an Etsy shop that is mainly digital/printable items. (I am a content creator as well, but so far have only done gifted collabs, no actual income yet.)
➡️ We are in a unique position because we have a fixed income, but it isn't a lot. We are working on building other income streams, but we also try to save money wherever we can by utilizing free activities like hiking, going to the lake, etc.
➡️ Our camping memberships through @thousandtrails , @passportamericarvclub , and @harvesthosts help us keep our camping costs low. We also have reciprocal memberships to get free or discounted admission into zoos and science museums across the country.
I am always happy to answer questions and share resources to make this life possible for others. Comment below or message me with any questions!
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We are a family of 5 traveling fulltime in our RV. I love to share about real RV life with littles as well as healthy travel on a budget. You can create the life you want! Follow @aperfectlygoodenoughlife for more ❤️
#rvbudget #lifeafterthemilitary #veteranbenefits #fulltimetravelwithkids #rvfulltime #monthlybudget #createthelifeyouwant #remotework #sidehustle
We finally used our passports!
We took a day trip to Canada from Washington today. It was the kids' first time out of the country and the first time Steven and I have been out of the country together. We ventured into Vancouver, B.C.
We had some delicious gluten-free treats from @lemonadeglutenfreebakery, followed by some hand-on fun at @scienceworldca. Then we had a late lunch at @stanleyparkbrew and took a stroll around Stanley Park.
Pros: there seems to be a lot of gluten-free options in the city, including several dedicated gluten-free facilities. This is always a plus for our family. The architecture in the city is beautiful and varies depending on the neighborhood you visit. Science World had a ton of hands-on exhibits for kids and adults. It's also part of the ASTC reciprocal program, so free entry if you have that!
Cons: Vancouver is VERY busy and the traffic and parking was not fun at all, esp with a big truck. Science World was crazy busy (summertime), which made it a little overwhelming trying to keep track of our 2 younger kids.
If we go back, we would do things differently. We would probably grab food and go straight to Stanley Park and hang out. There are beaches and walking paths and lots of greenspace to hang out in. Much more our vibe.
Obviously, we are not city mice. My younger self would've loved strolling the streets and checking out all the city has to offer, but the older me doesn't love being around so many people, especially with her kids 🤪
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We are a family of 5 traveling fulltime in our 40 ft RV. Follow @aperfectlygoodenoughlife for tips on traveling with kids and staying healthy on the road.
#glutenfreevancouver #travelingfamilyadventures #travelingwithkids #vancouverbccanada #fulltimetravelwithkids #fulltimerver #travellife #newexperiences
We love visiting National Parks with our kids!
It is fun, educational, and a great way to explore nature as a family. We have little kids, so we try to set ourselves up for success when we visit. Sometimes, we only have one day at a park, so we have to make it count!
➡️ We always start at the Visitor's Center. We pick up the kids' jr. ranger packets and talk to the rangers about the best trail options as well as the weather and road conditions.
➡️ We try to choose 2-3 trails that are easy enough for the kids, but also interesting enough for the whole family. We know that we can always come back and do tougher trails later!
➡️ We like to do a trail and then stop for lunch to break up the day. Of course, we always have our @icemulecoolers to help keep our food fresh and cold. Grab your own using the link in my bio (they are currently 25% off for the 4th of July)
➡️ Lunchtime is a great opportunity to fill out the jr. ranger packets so that we can go get the kids' badges before we leave for the day.
What is your favorite National Park you've visited?!
#nationalparktour #icemulecoolers #icemule #hikingwithkids #travelingwithkids #fulltimefamilytravel #familytravel #olympicnationalpark #familytravelhacks #budgettravel
Our favorite money-saving tip!
We pack our snacks and lunch every travel day and also for all of our hikes. It helps us save money and make healthier choices. We avoid certain allergens and artificial ingredients, so this way, we also don't have to worry about finding safe food.
Our new backpack cooler from @icemulecoolers has made packing food even more convenient because it is easy to carry and holds a ton of food/drinks.
If you want to grab one, they are currently having a 25% off sale through July 5th. Click the link in my linktree or comment "link please" and I'll DM it to you!
I'd love new ideas for snacks to pack. What's your favorite picnic item??
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We are a fulltime RV family that sold it all in order to find more joy and adventure in life. I love to share about RV life, healthy living, and tips for traveling with kids. Follow along @aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#icemulecoolers #icemule #momswhotravel #budgettraveltips #travelonabudget #hikingwithkids #picnicideas #travelingfamilyadventures #travelwithkids #traveltips #momswhohike #backpackcooler
We tried salmonberries for the first time!
Verdict: they are a bit sour, but I love sour fruit 😋
We are a family of 5 traveling fulltime in our RV. Follow our adventures
@aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#salmonberry #washingtoncoast #olympicpeninsula #visitwashingtonstate #travellifestyle #roadschooling #fulltimervers #wildlife
Celebrating 10 months on the road🍾🥂
Even during the roughest moments, I don't regret our decision to sell it all and move into a 40 ft fifth wheel. We have seen so many things and places and learned a lot about ourselves. We are closer than ever as a family (both literally and figuratively 😄 🤣).
We are a family of 5 living and traveling fulltime in our RV. Follow our adventures @aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#nomadfamily
#rvlifewithkids
#homeonwheels
#fulltimetravel
#rvlifestyle
#freedomlife
#rvlife
📍Save this post for your next trip to Oregon
10/10 recommend chasing waterfalls in Oregon!
This is just outside Portland, OR in the Columbia River Gorge. There are over 90 waterfalls in the gorge, and I'm sure they are all amazing.
We've only visited 3 so far. This particular one is Bridal Veil Falls, which is worth a visit. We hiked to the bottom, which I believe is just over a mile round trip.
Totally safe with kids, although you'll want to watch your littles on the edge of course. Lots of opportunities for rock scrambling and dipping toes in the water at the end, depending on your comfort level. I will say, the trail was steeper than I realized, and I struggled at the end carrying my 2 year old.
Are you a sucker for waterfalls too? Share your favorite one below ⏬️
We are a family of 5 traveling fulltime in our RV. We are currently exploring the PNW. Follow our adventures
@aperfectlygoodenoughlife
@aperfectlygoodenoughlife
#columbiarivergorge
#waterfallchasing
#oregonwithkids
#traveloregon
#hikingwithkids
#fulltimerver
#getoutsidemore
#oregonwaterfalls
#thingstodoinportland
Seeking perfection in the past has led to a lot of stress/overwhelm/exhaustion/disappointment for me when planning parties. When I toss out my need for perfection, I find I actually get to enjoy the party and everyone is happier.
Here's what "good enough" looked like for my daughter's birthday party today:
✅️ I kept food simple: cupcakes, cookies, juice. I did make the cupcakes, but from a boxed mix and the frosting came from a can. The cookies were store-bought.
✅️ I didn't take on too much. Decorating took 10 minutes: tablecloth, bunting, and a few balloons to keep the kids entertained.
✅️ I didn't sweat the small stuff. The wind was bad, there was sand everywhere. Oh well. I just moved the food into our tent.
When I look back on today, I won't remember the details of the party. But I will remember the smile on my daughter's face as she played with her friends, and the amazing community of people that we have met on the road that came out to help her celebrate. That is much more important to me ❤️
#imperfectionisbeauty #perfectionisoverrated #goodenough #birthdaypartyfun #seeksimplicity #fulltimervfamily #rvcommunity #memoriesovereverything #makingmemories #corememoryunlocked
Nothing grows without rain!
We were just in this part of California a few months ago, and it was nowhere near this green.
#Californiacoast #rainyweather #rainbringslife #californiarain #rainbringsrainbows #travelday #travelingfamily #fulltimefamilytravel
