Saturday, June 22, 2013

A New Adventure About to Begin

Its been over a month since  I last posted...its kinda been one of those funk mood moments....ok, funk weeks.....been trying to get ready for my trip to Charleston SC....my first task was to buy a new tow vehicle...though the Xterra NEVER had a break down, other than the overflow cap...the old mule had 159700 miles, and like me with my miles, stuff was going to start breaking down. I hate to buy cars. First because many years ago I decided I would never buy a new vehicle again...I came to this mindset when they became more expensive then my first house....and it was not cheap!...Second, its not an extension of my personality, ego or vanity...its a means of transportation that gets one from point A to point B....ok I had a couple TR-3's, and a muscle Mustang...but that was way back in my Neanderthal  Days ....when my brain was much smaller and my "stupid level" was much larger.
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...I wanted a Nissan Titan or another Xterra....mainly 'cause I have a mechanic that only works on foreign vehicles, and he is as honest as the Day is long...I first went to him after a Honda dealership wanted $2500 to fix an oil leak on my Brides "Toy Car"..my term for sports car...anyway I took it my current mechanic and the cost of repair was $49.00....needless to say I adopted him and have never looked back!!

To shorten this story...I ended up with a 4 wheel drive Xterra with 16000 miles...and a SUPER  price...now its off to get ready for my great adventure.

(c)Horst Kelly Photographer

My plan is leave either 28 or 29 June...and be in Charleston before the 4th of July....still have a lot of stuff to do...first and foremost is to prep the Xterra and get it tow ready...the Casita is all set to and biting on the bit for a new journey...as am I!!

The team is at  T minus 7 or 8...the blog is now fully engaged and will be updated on a regular basis...

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My Gkids for 6 to 8 weeks....this will be an adventure  to say the least....ok maybe an endurance test.....But if you're going to hit the wall....there is no better way...Gkids...it doesn't get any better then that!!!  Horst sends
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11 comments:

  1. Barney, The Old Fat ManJune 22, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    Oh Boy now the backroads of Big Bend NP are in range of your vehicles travel abilities. There are some fantastic pictures waiting for you in the outback.

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    1. horstJune 23, 2013 at 8:08 AM

      I'm sure looking forward to some off road adventures that I haven't been able to do before....and you know must of those well hidden places ...so I see a new Lewis and Clark team in the near future..lol...Safe Journeys my friend...Horst

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  2. lynneJune 22, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    Sounds like the fun is about to begin. Ready to be entertained with this new adventure.

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    1. horstJune 23, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      Thanks for taking the time to read and comment, knowing that you must have a small window of internet time....I'm sure enjoying your Guys GREAT Adventure and super photo's...keep on rolling...Safe Travels...Horst

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  3. horstJune 23, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    I think it will be a fun time...trying to find places to stop that they will enjoy...no more then 200 miles per day...plenty of photo ops...I plan on making albums with a travel log for each of them....Like you, Auto shopping is not one of my favorite things to do..but somehow it all worked out for me....
    I'm really enjoying your Countdown Blog entries...can't wait for lift-off!...Horst sends

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  4. UnknownJune 23, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    Horst, congrats on the new Xterra. Great vehicle for your expeditions. Looking forward to your posts on your upcoming trip.

    Safe Travels.

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    1. horstJune 23, 2013 at 5:34 PM

      Thanks for stopping by....hoping all is going well with you and your family...still hoping we can meet up for a little time at Flint Hills....keep in touch and happy tails...Your Friend...Horst

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  5. SallyBJune 24, 2013 at 3:39 PM


    Horst,
    Your planned adventure with the Gkids sounds like a plan ..... WOW, they will have the time of their lives..... Keep them in on the planning and the chores .... The new Exterra sounds like it will get the job done ..... Looking forward to the photos and travel log ...... HAVE FUN !!!!!
    All the best, SallyB

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    1. horstJune 25, 2013 at 5:58 AM

      Thanks Sally, I'm looking forward to having some great times and memories...and yes, they have been in the planning stages....the cross country trip is packed with adventure.....just hope "Mother Nature" is own our side.....Hope all is going well with you...take care...Horst

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  6. JerryCJune 24, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Congrats on the new tow vehicle. I'm sure you're going to love it. Looking forward to reading all about your journey with the grands. As my daughter is fond of saying, "it's all about making memories", and you grandkids will remember the trip forever.

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    1. horstJune 25, 2013 at 6:03 AM

      Thanks Jerry...I'm taking it my mechanic for a final "look over" and to get a Tranny Cooler put in ....I'm enjoying your adventure and your photos...They're second to known!!!...your daughter is so right and the Gkids are at the right age to enjoy and remember.....Take care and safe travels...Horst

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