Our Christmas Surprise!!!

The dream began three summers ago as we were driving home from our vacation visiting family in Arkansas.  We kept noticing RV's, so many that we started to count them all.  As the long drive home gave us plenty of time to talk, naturally, we discussed how nice it would be to have one of our own.

Not being willing to go into debt to get our own, we decided to buy a tent or two and all the trimmings for camping.  That was two summers ago.  That year we fell in love with camping.  We still wanted an RV.  We went on dreaming, sometimes getting a advertisement booklet or actually going to a RV dealer.

Last year we were tested.   We actually put money down and signed loan papers to get a new popup.  Thankfully, we came to our senses and canceled the deal in time.  What were we thinking?  We would have had a camper and been unable to go camping because we could not afford the campsites and gas!

Then, out of a pure selfless act of a dear family member, we were blessed with a gift of money for Christmas to buy the object of our heart's desire!  This family member said she had hoped to make sure we were able to do all the things we wanted to especially in the summertime.  She said that the kids are at the perfect age when we want to get that together time and experiences in.  She would rather see us doing things now while she can enjoy them with us instead of waiting until she is gone.  I am still amazed at her generosity!  Amazing!!!  


And as it happens, we found this ad in Craig's List:  

This pop up is in excellent condition. Camper opens up to be 25' 9". The canvas's are flawless. Used very few times and looks almost new. It has AC (new this year), 3 way fridge, 3 burner stove, sink, lots of storage, and electric heater. It will sleep 6-8 people. It has 2 king beds, a U-shaped couch that makes into a double bed and the dinette makes into a full size bed. It has the bump out galley for more floor room inside. It has the privacy bunk end curtains, and window curtains. The cushions and mattresses are in perfect shape. The tires are in great shape with a new spare. It also has electric trailer brakes. 12 foot box. Its a 1999 popup, but looks like it is a 2009.

We went to see it tonight. It is even better in person.  And it is ours!!!  We go pick it up tomorrow evening.  Now, to wait for camping season again.  Someone pinch me!!!