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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

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USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  08:15:15 AM  Show Profile

We've been shopping around, but they have either been out of our price range, sold before we could see them, or whatnot. However, Hubby is taking off work early so we can go look at one today. It's not a hard sided like I want for my backyard office (retreat), but it's practical for our family.

I'll update later on what happens.

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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter

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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores Colorado
USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  09:48:52 AM  Show Profile  Send ceejay48 a Yahoo! Message
Good luck Kristi! I'm still on the hunt myself!
CJ

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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl

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Winnie
Gainesville Fl
USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  11:38:32 AM  Show Profile
Kristina!! Whoop!! Cannot wait to see what you find. Keeping my fingers crossed!!!

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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

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USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  3:54:39 PM  Show Profile
We are finally back. Phew! It was so hot today, and Hubby wanted to check the camper air conditioner/heater/fridge, and tear it down and back up again. Oh, so hot.

We brought'er home.

It's a 1999 Coachmen pop-up with slide out (sleeps 8). We can cook on the gas stove inside or out, has a toilet, outside shower, and in pretty decent shape. There are a few things I have to clean up, and a sewing job (the dealer guys ripped the vinyl when they were sliding the bed in on one side - hmpf), but in good shape.

We plan to recharge the air conditioner, maybe recover the cushions, and maybe replace the curtains. We got it lower than the blue book price, so Hubby was pretty happy. Plus the knocked off a little for us having to repair the rip.

So, if you have experience with sewing vinyl, what type of thread do I buy? The thread looks thicker.

We need a cover for the spare tire (I have some ideas on that too).

The kids are super excited and can't wait to pop it up and clean it out. We have thunderstorms in the forecast, so I am not putting it up tonight.

I'll try to update with photos after we get it up.



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Edited by - FieldsofThyme on Jul 25 2013 06:49:09 AM
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ceejay48
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores Colorado
USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  4:27:41 PM  Show Profile  Send ceejay48 a Yahoo! Message
YAY for you! Congratulations! Glad you found something you can call your own!
How fun!
CJ

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laurentany
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Laurie
Patchogue NY
USA
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Posted - Jul 19 2013 :  5:45:13 PM  Show Profile
Oh Kristi,
How exciting! I am so happy for you and your family! I think this will be a very positive thing for all of you, and will afford you opportunities to spend lots of quality time together as a family.
Can't wait to see pictures. Have fun with it....I know you are going to really cherish your new glamper!
Congratulations my friend!!!
Yay!
Hugs,


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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl

6663 Posts

Winnie
Gainesville Fl
USA
6663 Posts

Posted - Jul 20 2013 :  1:46:32 PM  Show Profile
WhooHoo! Kristine that sounds fantastic! Cannot wait to see photos and hear about the first camping trip. You all are going to have so much fun exploring new places!

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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl

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Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Jul 22 2013 :  3:02:05 PM  Show Profile
How EXCITING, Kristina! I'm SOOO happy for you, and doing a happy dance to celebrate with you! YAY!!! I know when all is said and done, you will make it a heavenly oasis! I can't wait to see pictures, either - please post them soon! ENJOY!!! Hugs - Nini

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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl

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Kelly
Pipe Creek Texas
USA
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Posted - Jul 24 2013 :  3:51:47 PM  Show Profile
Oh Kristina, how very exciting. I too am wanting to see pictures and hope you have a wonderful first trip out in it.

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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

4928 Posts



USA
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Posted - Aug 10 2013 :  08:51:28 AM  Show Profile
Hubby is working on the camper today. Hopefully we can take it for a "maiden one-night voyage" by ourselves tonight. The propane line needs replaced, the door repaired, and there is still a rip I need to mend (or hire someone). However, for one night I can live with duct tape.

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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl

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Winnie
Gainesville Fl
USA
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Posted - Aug 10 2013 :  4:33:45 PM  Show Profile
Let us know how the first trip goes! I hope you have a blast!

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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

4928 Posts



USA
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Posted - Aug 12 2013 :  2:21:00 PM  Show Profile
Didn't happen. Poo.

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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl

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Grace
WACAL Gal WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Aug 15 2013 :  9:52:28 PM  Show Profile
Kristina,
I am a bit behind reading all the threads here @ MJF.. but Congrats on the [pop-up!
You'll have tons of fun!

>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!

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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

4928 Posts



USA
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Posted - Aug 17 2013 :  05:00:18 AM  Show Profile
We are having so much fun putting everything inside it. No more carrying a "camping tote" when we go now. It's all (almost) inside it now. Yay!

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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader

4928 Posts



USA
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Posted - Aug 17 2013 :  05:01:11 AM  Show Profile
Oh,
and the dogs approve of the camper too. However, Sadie will need a stair step to get into a bed inside. I doubt we'll take them anytime soon, but at least I know that they do like it.

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