All below is tips we were given by long time RVers some we had already done and others were great info to look into.

First take this Full Time RVer Aptitude Test mostly for fun, but somethings to think about.  There is no right or wrong answer but will be a guidline as to how ready you truly are:  lol we actually did this after we decided to set out on our adventure but said we were ready for it so guess we did the right thing.

You can get some important books at most RV Centers ...

The Next Exit book is an absolute Must! It is published in Utah I think.  We also read a book called Fulltime RVing I would have to go find the book and look up the authors.

You will need the Mountain Book ... it shows all the interstate routes in each State and describes the mountains at risk in that state.

You will need books of RV Courts like Woodalls ...

It would not hurt to pick up as KOA book ...

Then there is the Atlas sold only in Wal-Mart Stores that list all of the Wal-Mart Stores with addresses, etc.

There is also the RV Drivers Friend which is a companion to Next Ext ... only it gives more details on the service opportunities available that are listed in Next Exit.

 A good rule is to try to stay on Interstates when on a trip ... However, to get to some of the places you would like to visit you will need to take some State Roads which are usually very good.

When driving a Motor Home ... remember. length, height, width and capability.  For now my husband does most of the driving.  Before you head out just like any other time be sure to check weather not only where you are but for the route you are going.

Great weather link: Mosaic Weather Map

OF RAIN!!! Well it is snowing actually 10 miles from here heading up the mountain. So the south isn't the only wet spot weather watch going on. I do hope they are ok down there though. Our highs today are mid 40's, currently still only 37 degrees. Rain sounds to be lightening up but still raining none the less. Kids are getting bored of tv, books etc they just need out to stretch their legs.

Kelda made pancakes for breakfast and hot tea.

Benjamin slept in his insulated coveralls because last night he started walking around sniffing the air and said it was going to snow...I laughed at him but sure enough 10 miles away it had started snowing!

Inger is drawing away but said she would love to go outside but not until it ever quits raining.

All of this rain definitely put the rv to the test and so far we are all dry:0) thats all that matters right? With this rain I decided to catch up on some of my forums and someone posted a cool link to watch the weather as it unfolds in different regions of the US.

Mosaic Weather Map

I have come across a lot of great links, reading up on VP Palin and thinking where I don't much care for McCain I am actually liking this woman from what I have read so far and believe me I have been doing lots of reading. I will post a ton of links for anyone interested in a new blog.

I received this in a homeschool group I am in and thought I would post it for others maybe searching.

http://www.cafepress.com/outofthemists.289387604

Synopsis:

This is a prekindergarten curriculum written for pagan families, educators and those working with groups of children in a religious settings. Based on the Reggio Emilia emergent method of education, it is ideal for the homeschooling family or small educational group that can get involved in their surroundings and community. Use the entire curriculum or just the subjects that you are interested in. If you are interested you may also register and join others on an online bulletin board to exchange ideas, brainstorm and see other projects in progress. This is meant to be a living and growing curriculum and will be updated on a yearly basis.To register this product and become a part of the online bulletin board please contact the author at OurLadyoftheMists@Mind-N-Magick.zzn.com with your email address, name and age, child (or children's) name and age.and the grade level/book you are registering.Please be sure to write "Book Registration" in the subject line.

Our 3rd and final child. Born a month early weighing under 7lbs, 19 inches long. I struggled getting all 3 to term but he was my most determined one and managed to come early regardless. He is high functioning Aspergers Syndrome. I denied it for a long time. I was told at birth his fine motor skills would be slow, around 2 Autism was brought up and I never took him for another checkup. His first round of 1st grade I finally took him to a dr. that said he was definitely Aspie.

But don't let this fool you this boy is SMART...I worry at times he is smarter than I am. He has a very photographic memory and if I get lost errr mislead by my GPS you can bet he probably knows how to get where we are going. He watches little details. He knows everyones vehicles in the RV park and neighboring trailer park, he introduces himself to anyone new to the RV park esp if they have a dog. He has 2 modes. eternally happy or complete melt down. There is no in between for him. He is very black and white, very ridgid and you WILL lose a fight with him so don't even try telling him something is to be done one way because he will insist on it being done another way until YOU are blue in the face. I gave up the book learning with him it simply wasn't working. He is very much unschooled and now this year he is 2nd grade rather than 3rd and is finally reading since going this method. He was taught all the basics he just wasn't ready for all the information to click.

Walks with him turn into look at every bug and detail of the surroundings adventure. He loves animals esp. dogs. My baby is 8 yrs old and makes me pull out my hair but I simply need to stop, rethink how I phrased something and rephrase so that he understands. He LOVES anything to do with John Deere and he will flat out tell you just because it is yellow and green doesn't mean it is JD unless it has that sticker on it so don't try to fool him with one of those cheap imitation toys. I learned my lesson the hard way. He pays attn to detail. OH and don't ask him to say his ABC's backwards like his first 1st grade teacher did...he will melt down but not before telling you his Kindegarten teacher didn't say ABC's went like that.

Baby girl #2.  She was my petite little tinker bell.  fullterm born on due date weighing in at under 7 lbs and only 19 inches long.  Completely bald so NOTHING like her sister.  She is my quick witted one.  For everything you say to her you can bet your pants she has some kind of smart alleck come back.

IE she was around 3 yrs old never really talked much I had taken her to the stables where her father worked at the time.  All the cowboys were sitting around trying to get her to say hello.  Shook her head no when we got ready to leave I asked her if she was at least was going to tell these poor cowboys goodbye she shook her head no and said never said hello and left to get in the vehicle.  that was my beginning tell tale sign of what this child was to bring;0)

To say the least there is never a dull moment with her around.  She has studied much on Egypt it has been her passion for 4 years now and said she is going to be the one to find the missing tomb of Osiris.  She is going to have 4 children....or was not sure on her current status.  Her 11th birthday is around the corner and we are going to kick start our year after Labor Day with a trip to the Museum in Idaho Falls to see the Egyptian tour exhibit.  It is our gift to her as it will probably be the closest we will ever get her to Egypt.

She loves reading, drawing freehand and is really good at it, loves to accesorize I would say what girl doesn't but her sister could care less.  She is not much for computers much prefers books for learning so that is her method.  Very much a self starter and entrepreneurial.  She made $30 this summer with her idea to sell watermellon at the local fair so she could go on some of the rides as I was only there on business, we had just moved so no funds for fun stuff like that.  She won the watermelon eating contest and then was asked if she wanted to help get rid of it so it didn't go bad.  She asked if she could sell it and keep monies made.  The lady said sure I don't care how you get rid of it.  Her brain is always thinking.