We left on Saturday to check out our new addition, our Bullet Premier 19FBPR--a little travel trailer built for 2. Thankfully, the weather was clear, if cool. But Ray found out that just clear weather does not necessarily mean easy driving, especially when you're pulling 4500 pounds. Man, it was windy. Try pulling a trailer through New York City and across the George Washington Bridge in heavy wind. Try changing lanes in heavy traffic, where you have to rely on the courtesy of truck drivers, because the car drivers don't really give a ----. It was interesting watching cars weave in and out around us on every road. No wonder truck drivers hate car drivers. Sitting up higher, we had a great view of all the craziness on the roads. But the absolute highlight of our trip down to PA was the last leg, once we got off the highway. As we were staying at a campground in Coatesville, PA (a small town west of Philly), our GPS took us down some pretty hairy roads. You know you're in trouble when you are asking yourself "Is this road rated to carry an RV?", and then you see a sign that says "RVs permitted". We took the trailer on roads that were barely wide enough for the truck and another car coming the other way, never mind a truck and a trailer, and opposing traffic. One of the last parts of the road took us around a hairpin turn. Yup, "RVs permitted". Let's just say that Ray has my great admiration as a driver (as well as for other reasons).
After setting up at the campground and settling in, we spent a lovely, comfy night. It's great traveling with all the comforts of home. We set out yesterday morning for Longwood Gardens. What a fabulous place. No matter how many times we go, it is always different and dazzling. The tulip beds that greeted us at the entrance were almost iridescent. The conservatories were spectacular. Maybe the fact that this past winter was nasty and long, made us ever more appreciative of the green and floral wonderland that is Longwood. We spent the day strolling through the absolute beauty of the place. Pictures just don't do Longwood justice.
Monday, we head to Harpers Ferry, WV.
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