RV Work Life Balance Sherri and Russ Caldwell

RVing from the Cummins Repair Facility in Phoenix, Arizona: Ride along for RV Breakdowns, Roadside Assistance horror stories, emergency RV Repairs... and still getting to work on time, while traveling full time on the road!
 
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02-26-2024 - EPISODE 15 - (00:44:14)
Title: RV Breakdowns & Working On The Road
 
- - - - - HIGHLIGHTS - - - - -
(00:00:52) - Where Are We Today???
(00:02:25) - First Breakdown: Tire Blowout
(00:04:14) - RV Safety & Roadside Assistance FAILS
(00:08:55) - Second Breakdown: Emergency Road Kit
(00:12:20) - Third Breakdown: FREIGHTLINER To The Rescue!
(00:17:08) - Our Breakdown: Warning Lights!
(00:29:00) - RV Work Life Balance & Breakdowns
(00:43:20) - Don't miss an episode - P.S. SUBSCRIBE! 😘
 
RV BREAKDOWNS EPISODE SUMMARY:

"💩 breaks. So, today is about RV breakdowns because it's gonna happen. It’s not an IF, it's a WHEN…" 

We're diving into the world of RV breakdowns in this episode. It's a journey filled with unexpected detours, often-unreliable roadside assistance, and the ever-present challenge of working from a home office constantly on the move. From our first major tire blowout on busy I-10 in Florida, to seeing a friend navigate equipment failure in a brand-new motorhome in California, we've seen it all. 
And then there’s the time our home-on-wheels decided to throw a CHECK ENGINE LIGHT Party just as we were gearing up on a new long-distance adventure to Arizona.
Living, traveling, and working full-time on the road has taught us a lot about RV Work Life Balance, especially when that "Life" part throws a wrench into your plans. We've learned the hard way that flexibility, preparation, and a sense of humor are key to getting through unexpected situations.
So, how do you keep your work-life balance in check when your rolling home decides to break down? We've got a few stories and tips to help you navigate these detours. From emergency road kits to essential roadside assistance plans, and the art of working remotely from just about anywhere (even a Cummins repair facility waiting room in Phoenix!), we've covered it all. And through it all, we've managed to keep smiling, keep traveling, and keep working… right on time. 😬
Join us for the fun! We promise it's not all blown-out tires and engine warning lights; there's a whole lot of beautiful scenery, incredible people, and life lessons along the way.
Click to listen -- Please Like & Subscribe! -- on your favorite podcast platform! Feel the freedom, enjoy the ongoing adventure, and perhaps ignite a spark for your own journey on the open road…
Join us for RV BREAKDOWNS - Working On The Road
- - - - - HIGHLIGHTS - - - - -
(00:00:52) - Where Are We Today???
(00:02:25) - First Breakdown: Tire Blowout
(00:04:14) - RV Safety & Roadside Assistance FAILS
(00:08:55) - Second Breakdown: Emergency Road Kit
(00:12:20) - Third Breakdown: FREIGHTLINER To The Rescue!
(00:17:08) - Our Breakdown: Warning Lights!
(00:29:00) - RV Work Life Balance & Breakdowns
(00:43:20) - Don't miss an episode - P.S. SUBSCRIBE! 😘
 
          
 
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FEATURED LINKS & RESOURCES:
All About RV Tires: RV Weight & Safety (article for NIRVC.com) - Part 3 in a series for NIRVC about those massive wheels on the bus and how to prevent disasters on the road. More about that tire blowout incident with friends on I-10 in Florida -- so scary!
NIRVC: Why Nothing But The Best RV Service Center Will Do (on booksandtravelusa.com)  - The most important thing you can do to prevent RV breakdowns is take care of your equipment, with regular maintenance and inspections. How we found our friends and trusted partner, National Indoor RV Centers -- not that it's always (or ever) easy, in the beginning... 🤩
 
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RVing from Las Vegas, Nevada: a sunset road trip adventure goes WRONG when we get LOCKED IN Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area after dark…
 
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01-07-2024 - EPISODE 14 - (00:51:58)
Title: Sunset Adventures - Leaving Las Vegas?!?
 
SUNSET ADVENTURES EPISODE SUMMARY:
“So we’re calling the 1-800 number. I’m like, ‘Should I call 911 and tell them we’re locked in this canyon?!?’”
Buckle up as we set out in the Jeep on a recent Sunset Adventure – after work, of course – to the incredible Red Rock Canyon, just 15 miles from our lovely RV site at Las Vegas Motorcoach Resort. Less than half hour from civilization and all the comforts of our home on wheels… 
Just four hours later, it felt like a world away from indoor plumbing, real food, and our cozy bed: Welcome to PANIC in the canyon!
Sunset Adventures are an amazing escape, at the end of the workday, to get out and explore the local area, wherever we happen to be, often with GyPSy Guide/Guide Along - our favorite GPS audio tour guide - telling us where to go and what to see all along the way.
Ride along with us to experience fascinating discoveries and unique Sunset Adventures at various locations throughout the U.S., including the Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas; Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho; Theodore Roosevelt National Park in Medora, North Dakota; Ghost Hunting in Tombstone, Arizona; and Red Rock Canyon in Las Vegas.
Every sunset holds a promise of a new adventure. Russ and Sherri encourage YOU to get out there and see the world! Their narrative paints a vivid picture of how to weave work and adventure into an exciting lifestyle on the road.
Join us for SUNSET ADVENTURES - Leaving Las Vegas?!?
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(00:00:00) - Where Are We Today???
(00:03:24) - Explore w/ GyPSy Guide/GuideAlong
(00:05:06) - America The Beautiful Nat’l Park Pass
(00:14:24) - Sunset Adventures: All the Reasons
(00:15:47) - Exploring After Hours
(00:21:45) - A Lovely Sunset Leads to…
(00:25:47) - PANIC IN THE CANYON
(00:27:18) - Exploring Amazing Places
(00:31:55) - Unforgettable Encounters in Medora, North Dakota
(00:38:07) - Unexpected Experience at Craters of the Moon
(00:41:23) - Ghost Towns & Graveyards in Southwest Utah
(00:41:37) - Graffiti Surprise at Cadillac Ranch
(00:44:45) - Thrilling Rodeo in San Antonio, Texas
(00:47:35) - Historic Tombstone, Arizona
(00:50:16) - Sunset Adventures & RV Work-Life Balance
(00:51:35) - Don’t miss an episode  - P.S. SUBSCRIBE! 😘
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Gypsy Guide App: 5 Reasons You'll ❤️ GPS Audio Driving Tours (article):
You all might know, I LOVE a great city tour! If there’s a trolley or double-decker bus at the curb in an unfamiliar city, I am on it – first thing! What a great way to experience a new place: with an overview, insider tips, and a colorful narrated tour by someone who knows and loves the destination. A guided tour is by far the best way to explore a new place, but what if you’re not in the city? What if there is no hop-on hop-off trolley tour...(continue reading)
 
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>> RV WORK LIFE BALANCE TRUSTED RV AFFILIATES: 

⭐️ GuideAlong – formerly GyPSy Guide – Our #1 favorite audio tour guide for National Parks & destinations – don’t go without a GuideAlong!

⭐️ RV LIFE PRO - We rely on RV Life PRO Trip Wizard for RV trip planning, campground info, reviews & RV-friendly GPS!
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RVing from the infamous Llama Lot on Fremont Street in Old Las Vegas, Sherri & Russ take you on an unforgettable urban boondocking adventure with Xscapers RV Club for Halloween Convergence: Our first time! Yep, Xscapers Halloween ConVirgins! Here we go—
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11-28-2023 - EPISODE 13 - (00:49:00)
Title: Xscapers Halloween Las Vegas Convergence
 
- - - - - HIGHLIGHTS - - - - -
(00:01:05) - Released From Podcast Jail!
(00:04:00) - All About Fremont Street - Old Las Vegas
(00:08:30) - Xscapers / Escapees Halloween Convergence
(00:15:10) - Arrival of the ConVirgins & Urban Boondocking
(00:22:35) - Xscapers of all ages: 15 - 70!
(00:24:00) - Vampires come out to play at night (Working RVers)
(00:30:00) - Halloween on Fremont Street... 👻
(00:34:25) - Best Treats for RV Lot Crawl & Scary Costumes for RVs
(00:43:10) - Xscapers Halloween & RV Work Life Balance
(00:47:40) - Don't miss an episode! - P.S. SUBSCRIBE! 😘
 


 
XSCAPERS HALLOWEEN EPISODE SUMMARY:
What happens in Vegas… goes on the podcast!!! Join us for a thrilling RV Halloween Adventure to the OG underbelly (literally!) of Sin City: Urban boondocking for a week on the infamous Llama Lot on Fremont Street in Old Las Vegas!
Xscapers Halloween Convergence?!?!
And… Who/What are Xscapers???
We didn’t know what to expect when we signed up for the Xscapers Halloween Convergence Event in June. It sounded like an adventure:

October 29th, 2023 - November 4th, 2023
We’re conjuring up a Halloween Convergence you won’t soon forget. Prepare to be haunted by frightfully delicious meals, flowing spirits (Get it? Spirits?! Because it means booze and ghosts?!), and spook-tacular parties with your friends. Dust off your broom sticks, put on your costume party pants and get ready to have a wickedly good time at the Xscapers Las Vegas Halloween Convergence.
⚠️Warning: This convergence may not be for everyone! ⚠️ 

We didn’t know much about Xscapers, which is an active, younger, working-age RV Community within the more well-known Escapee's RV Club. More scoop about both Xscapers and Escapees in the podcast!
In fact, as you'll hear, fear and apprehension of the scary unknown nearly derailed the whole thing for us. Fortunately, a not-too-evil guiding spirit materialized just in time to answer all our crazy FAQs, getting us Back On The Road Of Adventure (Thanks, Anne!) to Xscapers Halloween Convergence 2023.
And now, since we survived, it’s our turn to divulge all the spine-tingling details, spook-tacular events & devilishly-fun activities!
Don’t be afraid!
Settle in, click PLAY — don’t forget to Like & SUBSCRIBE to avoid The Curse of The Out-Of-Touch! — and join us for a haunting  tale of RV Work Life Balance & Halloween high-jinks, boondocking with a whole new tribe and community of people just like us: Chasing the dream of RV living, traveling, and working remote full time!
(AND it was Sherri’s birthday! 🥳 What could go wrong?!)
Join us for RVing Xscapers Halloween Convergence!

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RVing from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2023: We invite you on the Ultimate RV Bucket List Adventure! All the what, where, when, why & HOW to get there...
(Enjoy more episodes of RV Work Life Balance –> here! > FEATURED FOR ABQ BALLOON FIESTA:
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⭐️ FMCA - Family Motor Coach Association - Find your tribe on the road & so much more with the #1 RV Travel Club!

⭐️ RV LIFE PRO - We rely on RV Life PRO Trip Wizard for RV trip planning, campground info, reviews & RV-friendly GPS!
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RVing from Grand Ecore COE Campground in Natchitoches, Louisiana: Sherri & Russ recap an unforgettable two weeks in Coastal Mississippi. Join us as we explore and discover how to find the fun, while getting the work done -- with distractions! -- anywhere you go...
(Enjoy more episodes of RV Work Life Balance –> here! – or on your favorite podcast app!)
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11-13-2023 - EPISODE 11 - (00:48:43)
Title: Finding the FUN in Coastal Mississippi!
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(00:00:30) - THANK YOU ❤️ for your response! 😊 
(00:01:20) - Grand Ecore COE CG - Natchitoches, LA
(00:02:20) - Navy Son’s Job & Training (Hurt Locker)
(00:07:40) - FAQ: Finding the fun while getting the job done 
(00:20:40) - 5 Best After Work Adventures in Coastal Mississippi
(00:25:28) - #1 Fun With A Flying Disc 🛸 
(00:43:15) - NAVY⚓💙 & RV Work Life Balance
(00:47:25) - Join the Adventure! - P.S. SUBSCRIBE! 😘
 
COASTAL MISSISSIPPI EPISODE SUMMARY:
#1 BENEFIT OF RV LIFE - WHEELS ON THE HOUSE!
“Hey, you're gonna be in Mississippi. Our house moves…”
Two weeks in Coastal Mississippi with our Navy Son!
Join us as we whisk you away on a heartwarming journey of reunion, exploration, FUN (and work, too)! We've been spending time in Coastal Mississippi with our oldest son, who now serves in the Navy's EOD (Explosive Ordinance Disposal) unit. His intense training regimen while in Gulfport, and the experiences he shared with us, gave us a newfound appreciation for the demanding work our military personnel undertake.❤️ 🤍 💙
Frequently Asked Question: How do you find the fun while getting the job done?
Our travels in Charlie-The-Unicorn RV have led us to some hidden gems, and we're eager to share our tips & tricks on how to uncover the best a location has to offer: From searching out the local Convention & Visitors Bureaus (CVB) In Real Life and online, to exploring resources like OnlyInYourState.com, RV Life PRO Reviews & Tips and Harvest Hosts, we'll guide you on how to make the most of your RV Travel adventures.
We’ll recap our unforgettable after-work adventures with our Navy Son in Coastal Mississippi (Gulfport & Biloxi), including: 
(00:21:05) - Fine & casual dining on the Gulf Coast
(00:23:00) - Science & space adventures with NASA
(00:25:29) - #1 Fun (All Ages!) With A Flying Disc 🛸
(00:35:10) - Harvest Hosts: Mississippi Blues & BBQ
(00:38:40) - Thrilling wildlife encounters 🐊🐊🐊
🫣 SEE the horrific video of this encounter on BooksAndTravelUSA.com! 
 
Our mission is to share what we learn about RV Work Life Balance and introduce you to new opportunities, people, places, and ideas to spark your interest and imagination…
Whether you’re a seasoned RVer, a beginner, or one of our armchair explorers 😘, we hope our experiences inspire you to embark on your own adventures and find the perfect balance between work and play. Buckle up and join us as we hit the road and explore the wonders that each new location brings!
As always, we are immensely grateful for your support and we look forward to sharing more adventures with you. Don't forget to share your thoughts and feedback. Your opinion matters to us! ❤️
Stay curious, stay adventurous!
Join us for Finding the FUN in Coastal Mississippi!


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FEATURED LINKS & RESOURCES:
RV Harvest Hosts: Sleepover at Bo Duke's ❤️ - One of our favorite overnight adventures with Harvest Hosts -- yeehaw! 
RV Work Life Balance PODCAST #5 - Finding the FUN in Cody, Wyoming! - Another example of finding the fun wherever you go with the local & online resources we share in Episode #11.
RV Work Life Balance Top Paying Remote Jobs - There are thousands of top paying remote jobs available! Subscribe to the BooksAndTravelUSA Blog for new information and updates as this section is developed.
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RVing from TLC Wolf River Resort in Pass Christian, Mississippi...
Two years later, we're back where we never expected to be again, for a really, Really, REALLY good reason! We'll fill you in -- all the details -- and introduce you to our Active Duty Navy Son, in Mississippi for training...
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11-06-2023 - EPISODE 10 - (00:29:09)
Title: Military RV Work Life Balance
 
MILITARY RV EPISODE SUMMARY:
Ever thought about how the RV Lifestyle parallels military life, with constant mobility and itty bitty living spaces?
Listen in as your hosts, Russ & Sherri Caldwell, return to TLC Wolf River RV Resort in Pass Christian, Mississippi -- a place they never thought they'd see again after battling ants and dodging a tropical storm on their previous visit two years ago. This time around, the weather is much more welcoming, and they have a military mission in mind:
Catching up with our Active Duty Navy Son!!! In a wonderful coincidence, our son landed at the Naval Training Facility in Gulfport, Mississippi, for a month of training on his way to Guam for a new assignment. It's been two years since we've seen our kid. Since we have wheels on the house, we raced down to Mississippi to spend two weeks with him!
We've met numerous military personnel in our travels, both retired and active duty, and have found many parallels between their lifestyle and ours. Just like full time RVing, military life is about constant transition, with new locations and experiences beyond every horizon.
In this episode, we consider the Frequently Asked Question: Can military live full time in an RV?
You might be surprised how many ways military life and RV living intertwine, especially these days, when housing can be hard to get into. Many military bases have campgrounds and RV parks available to full time active duty families and traveling retired military veterans, too.
Join us for Military RV Work Life Balance
Come travel with us! Feel the freedom, and perhaps ignite a spark for your own journey on the open road…
 
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(00:00:32) - Southeast vs. Southwest
(00:02:45) - Return to Wolf River…
(00:07:18) - Our Navy Son ⚓︎💙
(00:12:00) - Military RV Work Life Balance
(00:19:10) - Russ’s Military Secret 🫢
(00:24:05) - Wrap Up: Military RV
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FEATURED LINKS & RESOURCES:
Coming Home to Atlanta in a Big-A** RV... - One of the best things about full time traveling RV Lifestyle is getting to see our people whenever and wherever we can roll on in! Last time we saw our Navy Son was two years ago...
ARE RV CAMPGROUNDS THE NEW MILITARY HOUSING? - The many benefits of living in an RV full time for military families.
Military Families: Living with less can mean so much more - Two Air Force families choose RV living for easier transitions, simpler living, and the feeling of community in RV parks on base.
OUR FAVORITE AND LEAST FAVORITE U.S. MILITARY CAMPGROUNDS - from our favorite RV YouTube SuperStar 🤩 Navy Veterans, Phil & Stacy of Today is Someday -- and yes, they reviewed the RV Campground on NCBC Gulfport!
 
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