Well that was really awkward. Lessons learned with our new camper!

We camping for 5 days with our new camper! It's still in the middle of being renovated, but we just needed to get out of town! We had some awkward moments along the way, and made some mistakes...but experience is the best teacher, and we won't make them again!!
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[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you for watching!! You can see a full update on homeschooling here: www.ithinkwecouldbefriends.com/2020/09/15/minimal-mom-homeschool-update/

[@TheAtWhatCostBlog]

Always an adventure! 😂 Super excited about your new camper! That looks like a fantastic state park.

[@AbigailNorton]

Your kids are so sweet and well behaved. How do you do it?:) I have 4 kids almost the same ages as yours and i envy u:) I need your magic! haha

[@annamcgee7434]

What kind of drawers are under your bed?

[@katwellkaye996]

LOVE this video!! Btw, I can so relate to the comments about your son "downloading data." My eldest has high-functioning autism and a slow processing speed. In school he always looked like he was checked out mentally, couldn't take notes during lectures, just not on planet earth. HOWEVER, he would later ace the test and make observations no one else registered. In fact, he's brilliant and has the Mensa membership to prove it. His "slow" processing is only because he's processing so much more info than anyone else in the room. So be encouraged!! Appearances aren't always what they seem!

[@bowenreed1137]

I guess Im asking the wrong place but does anyone know a trick to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb forgot my login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me.

[@katherineblackburn813]

Don't sell yourself short on the "teacher" part Tom. One of the most amazing teachers I have ever had the pleasure to meet was "teacher Tom" he is an early childhood education teacher and he is an incredible hands on learning and problem solving through everyday experiences. You provide opportunities for children and they drive their learning.😊we need more men teaching children.

[@amandamartelli8811]

Tip for trails - take a photo of the trail map so you can refer to it on the hike if needed.

[@lindajwilson9848]

Nice. BUT, didn't they have fun finding their own way, teaching yet another lesson to everyone with some great laughs along the way?

[@TheMinimalMom]

That's brilliant!!!

[@amandamartelli8811]

Linda J Wilson you don’t need to tell your family! It can just prevent challenges from turning into nights out in the woods and search parties.

[@angelabartlett7299]

Thanks for the tip. We always have our phones for pictures and a photo of the trail map is so smart.

[@lindajwilson9848]

@@amandamartelli8811 Oh! never gave that a thought, just loved how they immediately knew to turn around and the smiles on their faces. Good choice!

[@TeresaADavis]

"No, dude! I'm a man. Leave me alone!" Bahahaha! That cracked me up!!!!

[@gingerhails2561]

Dawn, from one camping mom to another...tip: leave those new jackets you bought in the camper. That way you always have a warm jacket on your trips. Never without and never have to remember to pack jackets.

[@franhunne8929]

The sad thing is: The kids grow out of those jackets pretty fast ...

[@TheLordsCanary]

Oh my gosh when he said “This is like paradise” it melted my heart! I could see my 6yo son saying the same thing 😊

[@sgia2154]

I LOVED that too!!! 💙💙💙💙

[@TheMinimalMom]

Little boys are so sweet aren't they!!

[@Edu_Kate]

It IS paradise.

[@bcfriardoyle7697]

Dawn, when your child says, “this is paradise” you are doing a great job!💖🦩

[@crystalwaldroff5097]

"it's like paradise." ❤️ He looked so content

[@annfarrell6479]

I loved the format...it was like a story unfolding. So glad you and the kids had lots of fun. Enjoy them while they are young, it goes by so fast! Can’t wait to see the next project. 😊

[@DebbyeCannon]

PS Tom- those offers to help aren’t threatening you manhood, it’s just good camp ground etiquette. 😀

[@carolmeysenburg9675]

Accept help graciously

[@alexcarrn28]

Those people who offer to help, the offer to help is the reason that they went camping at all. I miss camping so much because that was the reason to get away from home and out into nature. My parents always had a tent, or camper on a truck, or a travel trailer, or a motor home. I don't get to do that any more. I'm not a tent person, at all. And even though my little sister has a trailer she bought it for her to use not other people in the family. Maybe I should look into a cabin rental somewhere??? I loved this video. I'm so glad you had better luck on this trip with the tow vehicle as well as the trailer. And I like that you were able to sneak in some homeschooling as well. Great opportunity for everyone. And the fires, cooking on the fires, making the fires roasting and toasting your meal(s). God Bless you all. You all really deserved this trip, you've been working so hard in so many directions and now, it seems, you just have finish up projects, like the basement stairs and others. And there will be other pressures after like the farm crops need to be taken care of and brought in from the fields. Thank you for sharing and fantastic traveling you're sharing with us.

[@clairenesham9984]

Totally! An offer of help is gratefully received if needed and thankful for the offer if not. It could mean it helps confidence for the person who might need it for the future and continue camping if future and not be put off.

[@patdennis2586]

I’d prefer a “holler if you need an extra hand”!

[@sgia2154]

1:01 Tom’s face!! 🤣 your kids will forever cherish these memories!! ❤️❤️ I’m glad you all had such a great time!!

[@jeanmcintyre4662]

Thank you for sharing your trip. I'm so excited that you got to start off homeschool in such an exciting way. The beauty of homeschool....deciding to extend your trip is no problem. 😊

[@girlgoneprimal]

We decided to homeschool because of Covid and I realized that we could do that from anywhere.... so my family just bought a camper and we're hitting the road for an extended trip in about a week! It's been such a fun experience so far!

[@kelseyd4196]

Oh my gosh, I feel like we're really getting to spend time with your kids in this video! How sweet! What a family you are! Your future foster kiddos will be sooooo blessed! Happy tears over here! 🤩

[@TheMinimalMom]

Thank you so much, that really means alot!

[@Gupta907]

I love seeing how much intentional family time you guys spend together. I'm in a season of life where I have 2 that are 3 and under with one on the way, and I know I'll miss my kiddos being littles, but seeing your family makes me excited for what is to come. Also, I just really love your channel. It has changed my life and I can't go very long without mentioning something I saw on The Minimal Mom to my friends. If you ever decide to take a trip to Alaska, I'll be at the meet up 😂

[@TheMinimalMom]

Alaska! Would LOVE to take a trip there!!!!! And yes, love these ages! Although, strange not bringing a stroller anymore!!

[@shelbys2750]

I have a 6,4,2, and one on the way and I deffanatly agree that there are times I'm excited for them to all be 3/4+ but our littles are already getting into outdoors stuff. we go for small hikes (sometimes pretty challenging, just short) and our oldest 2 are starting to fish. they also love camping (big walk in tent, air mattresses, bag of toys, 1-2 nights) and camp fires and playing in the dirt. If you wan to get out when they get older I just encourage you to make sure your getting out as much as possible now. One thing we loved before Covid is tinkergarten. I hope none of this comes off as rude, just wanted to offer some encouragement and maybe ideas for the little years ❤.

[@sueg.k.6377]

As you begin homeschooling, I would recommend looking up info on Charlotte Mason's approach of having your child narrate the information they read/learn back to you, either verbally or in writing. This lets you know that they have "downloaded" the material! Especially helpful with boys. My 22 yr old is in college and is doing classes online from home right now (COVID) and without thinking about it is narrating (it's second nature). Makes me smile!

[@CH-yk1op]

Agree. Super simple, minimalist (it takes NO supplies), you can do it anywhere. We did a big East Coast trip and the kids would do an oral or written narration after each big thing (Jamestown, a DC museum, a Vermont maple grove, etc). It was incredible to see how much they learned. It leads to written narration, which leads to essay writing. I’ve seen my kids grow in writing this way much more than a packaged writing curriculum and it’s way simpler.

[@OtherDianne]

When you were talking about Corbin and homeschooling it reminded me of my youngest. He always looked like he wasn't paying attention to anything, but he is an auditory learner and he was taking in everything. He has an amazing memory and knew everything that had been talked about. So be encouraged that they don't have to *look* studious to be learning. ;-)

[@jwalker2293]

You guys are adorable. Mentioning about emptying the valve for the black tank reminds me of the movie RV with Robin Williams. A great flick to watch. It puts humor into camping. Best of luck and blessings

[@cindytaylor235]

“This is like paradise!” So awesome to see your kids have such fun and be so thankful. ❤️

[@dannhorne9782]

when other campers offer to help, always let them help! Campers always help each other!

[@tmlovesJesus]

I so love you guys. It blesses me just to watch your family relating with one another. You two are wonderful parents! With wonderful children. You are all so very blessed 🥰

[@debaustralia2320]

I loved this video so much!! We camp all the time here in Australia and have used a motor home in New Zealand. We've had all the fun adventures that you had on this trip! 😂😂I laughed out loud at Tom and all the helpful people! My hubby is very much like Tom, super capable and happy to do it all himself! And we end up helping out those that are very new to camping! Can't wait for your next adventure. We are camping next week in the bush and can't wait to cook everyday on the fire!

[@esperanca2012]

😂 That’s so funny about the site! Awkward! 😂

[@jenniferbtoo9344]

That’s the beauty of homeschooling!!! Enjoy it! Make it a “Living” education.. alive, active, having a relationship with the information. That’s why we love the Charlotte Mason method of education! You guys have this!!! 😀

[@erinbisson918]

Woohoo! First. Relocated Minnesota girl here. Just love listening to your voices. The accent totally relaxes me. Love your channel.

[@Edu_Kate]

Accent? What accent? (Lifelong MN gal here.)

[@motherhenn8850]

We bought our camper in the fall. The following February, our three year old was diagnosed with leukemia. We didn't get to camp much for 2 years. However, we did "camper school" in the backyard for homeschool all the time. The camper got a workout.

[@sarahr7279]

🙏 prayers for your little one and your family.

[@TheMinimalMom]

So sorry to hear about that, but fun idea to do school in it ❤️

[@Soo_Blessed]

You made some great memories camping out in your backyard that's wonderful took lots of pictures? Your never going to forget that experience Prayers for your little one My grandson is in intensive care now if everything goes like we want he should be home next month Our worlds can change in a moment life teaches us how precious we are to one another🍃 Let's just keep making precious memories

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

You turned it into something fun. I hope your little one is thriving. 😘

[@lisas2538]

Mother Henn What a good idea. It’s like a playhouse in the backyard. I hope your little one is doing well . I wish you all good things.

[@anjichurch4406]

I home educated my 4 adult sons in their 30s. I used to chart our family vacations as an extension of our learning but in reality it was an extension of our lives. We even did a “field trip” to dads work. He was a juice blender and we followed the fruit from the garden to the store shelf. Anyway, so much of what you do is what I did...I enjoy watching your videos because it is like a look back...thank you for all you share.

[@lindajwilson9848]

I was smiling the whole way through this video! Love, love, loved it!!! Your family is wonderful.

[@eugeniaarzaga3058]

Dawn, you really need to clone Tom and put him on an Amazon store! I would pay full price! My father was like him, could fix anything! My hubby...not so much:) Love to see your kids camping, I miss those years!!!

[@TheMinimalMom]

Hahaha, live this!!

[@cassmhb]

I'm married to a guy who is polar opposite of a Mr fix it. What a dream that'd be.

[@jmcast3195]

My husband has always been so busy working that he never had time to learn or implement these highly practical building skills. Now that he is unemployed he has been able to do so much more.

[@Edu_Kate]

My dad was one of those guys. The only downfall was I'm from the era where girls didn't learn outdoor chores, they did indoor chores. I miss him. Tom is such a good life skills teacher to all his kids.

[@jmcast3195]

@@Edu_Kate thank you for sharing this nice memory of your dad. He sounds like a special man

[@kerrybakes]

Once you learn the “always pack for all 4 seasons” lesson, you never forget it. A few years ago in August, my bff and I went on a road trip to Yellowstone in August and didn’t think it would get down to 28 degrees at night! Unzipped the tent in the morning and a layer of frost fell onto the foot of my sleeping bag! So the following May we did a road trip of the Utah national parks and the north rim of the Grand Canyon. We had great weather in Utah and when we enter the Grand Canyon NP, I start noticing snowflakes and then there’s more and then it’s sticking to the ground as we’re getting closer to the lodge/visitors center on the rim. It’s like a full on snow storm when we get there, but because we had that experience at Yellowstone, we had our puffy jackets, beanies and gloves, waterproof hiking boots. There was a ton of tourists wearing shorts in the gift shop buying all the hoodies, beanies and gloves. One guy even commented that “you ladies came prepared!”

[@sandygraetz5166]

Kerry Wiggins yep, and the coats you got op shopping can remain i the camper for camping trips! Now that you have extras! Then you won’t be caught out again!

[@sarahgirard1405]

You know what? I think with some more shelves(maybe you can even put pull out shelves in...) you will make this space work amazingly. And like you said, with the little bit more extra space inside makes it easier to go camping kn medium good weather. I am suuuuuuper excited to see what you are going to do with it! I admire you so much! Watching your interior design to try and take in as much of your spirit as possible! Lol thanks for taking us with you.

[@sallycroft2191]

Sounds like a wonderful get away. Glad there was no issue with the truck. Loved all the footage of the children enjoying nature. Perfect homeschool lesson application. Tom, you might enjoy camping in National and State parks better usually more room on campsites

[@susanhensley2038]

And mostly pull through sites. To avoid the backing up .

[@queenofputrescence5167]

But wasn't this at Pattinson State Park in Wisconsin? So pull through sites might not be universal. I've never camped with a camper but I've spent quite a bit of time at Minnesota State Parks and almost all of the camper sites I've seen are pull through sites.

[@melissadaniel9785]

Experiential learning is the very best thing you can do for your children. You are great parents!

[@tracydigiacomo6814]

In your pantry cabinet, try some of the pocket hangers that you can get at Dollar Tree. They're great for storing smaller items.

[@TracyLammonsPlans]

Welcome to the wonderful world of homeschooling! You can easily learn doing everyday things.

[@ramonawhisenant2045]

Through y'all, we are reliving the days of our youth -- camping with our kids! We did it more like Dawn's younger days - 4 in a pickup truck!! Good days! The kids now have their own kids which are at the age of marriage, but still those old camping days are talked about all the time!! Your kids will never forget these days!! Enjoy every second!! God Bless You!!

[@brookewhite1984]

Looks like the perfect trip! Glad it all went smoothly this time!

[@elizabethsydnor4136]

You all seem to have the most fun!

[@mjcossel6136]

I don’t know if anyone else has said this, but it’s also possible to homeschool some of your kids and not others. One year, my boss had one kid in public school, one in private school, and one homeschooling, because that was the best decision for each kid that particular year. Gotta love that flexibility!

[@jengus1951]

Looked like a great time! Thanks for sharing. Love watching the kids enjoying themselves in nature.

[@annejoyner3729]

Nice review of your first adventure in this camper! So glad you could add another day.

[@DebbyeCannon]

Flexibility can be addictive!

[@linda8485]

So, so smart. My daughter who is now thirty wasted half of her childhood doing busywork, pointless, useless paperwork! They even gave them homework on holidays...she never got a break and it broke my heart. Even to this day she struggles with just taking time out to have fun. Oh and she was very smart, she wasn't behind, she was a straight A student but there was a better way and I have just witnessed it with this lovely family.

[@Sewmore]

What a precious sweet family. It is so much fun to watch since my family is all gone but the memories.

[@jillygirl2024]

So peaceful at the river - great trip

[@findingaway5512]

That is too cool about about the traveling and homeschooling getting together. what's really neat about that is it's going to solidify those ideas in their heads because it's very visual and hands-on along with the learning aspect.

[@cindylemons8330]

Thanks for sharing your trip. Glad it was great. I thought of an idea for your cabinets and closets. Put up rails so you can just slide in baskets for your food or clothing. Kind of like those 3 or 4 tiered laundry basket/hamper systems.

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Your family is adorable! Unwritten rule of camping, don’t bother other campers during set up or tear down. That’s when mistakes are made. Everyone has their own system, leave them be. You can be friendly afterward. Unless of course they truly are in trouble. So Tom, you were right!😆

[@leonnahobbs5054]

My parents bought their first camper over the summer. My dad took it out of state for the first time last week to learn to fly. His truck broke down while he was there and was in the shop for I think 3 days waiting for parts. He had one neighbor that drove him everywhere he needed to go. His neighbors on the other side offered to loan him their car until his truck was repaired. He and my mom were very thankful for those kind strangers

[@pamjordan1793]

It's fun seeing your family camping! Brings back great memories of when our kids were young!!

[@lesliecarson684]

Dawn and Tom, so glad you and the kiddos had a great trip. I am sure it was awesome to see family and combine it with a vacation ( and schooling). Looks like everyone had a great time. Once you get more time working on the camper, I’m sure you will be able to fit in some great storage ideas. Glad you made it home safe. Be well and see you soon.

[@minini5571]

Looks like y’all had a wonderful trip! Thanks for sharing.🥰

[@melindagordon5278]

You are bringing back such wonderful memories for me. Enjoy every trip. You too Tom. :)

[@rebeccaarcher3851]

Zero bugs? Like NO mosquitoes-the Minnesota state bird?!?! Hahahaha ❤️

[@meganrasey4377]

Thank you for sharing. This was so sweet and encouraging. Love y'all!

[@Thesimplehive]

I’m glad you had a wonderful trip and I wish you the best for you as you begin your homeschooling adventure! 💚

[@netamorton6187]

You two are so sweet and kind! I love all your videos and you wouldn’t believe how I have started getting rid of so much stuff! You know what, after the items are gone, you don’t miss it! I thought for some reason I would be so upset. But now I’m on a roll! Thank you Dawn for all of your videos that show how to start this project!

[@davidmitchell1304]

Not every homeschool lesson can be that awesome. You set the bar really high.

[@marciec6859]

I'm so glad your kids got to experience a great camping trip. We've owned 7 different RVs in our 42 year marriage and don't regret a minute we spent trave!ing and camping! Tell Tom thank you for helping that older couple out. We were all newbies at some point. I love how helpful and friendly campground folks are. I have no issues pulling the rv and going alone when my husband has to work because I know someone will be there to help me out.

[@danabrown2391]

This was a really fun and interesting video to watch!

[@zahavailan3782]

Was so beautiful to see your son just sitting there enjoying

[@flavias784]

Dawn, The deck behind you looks awesome. Those flowers are beautiful.

[@Amylovestoads]

I absolutely loved hearing and seeing the adventures of your camping trip!

[@crazycroney]

We added tons of extra shelves in all of our cabinets and I also added pull out drawers to the bottom cabinets. There was no way i was getting on my hands and knees looking for stuff. Ive added those pull outs to every kitchen I’ve owned or every organizing client that had the budget to do them.

[@peggyvisser2253]

You have such a beautiful family! My favorite childhood memories are of our numerous camping trips. You’re making wonderful memories for your children.

[@heatherluna5075]

Your such a beacon of light. We just started Homeschooling too. The Good and The Beautiful Curriculum is amazing. Love, love, love it. 💗💗💗

[@joannbirdsong583]

Northern Wisconsin in May, July and September can be very cold. Been there. Grew up just south of there. We sat at a picnic table eating watermelon and wearing winter jackets. But it was the great outdoors and worth it. You might be glad you’re homeschooling. My daughter is a teacher and feeling like she’s about to lose it. Nobody’s happy because the “plan” to do both distance and on-site learning is not working. Everyday a new hoop to jump through is set on fire. All we can do is pray. I think your kids will be happier learning from home. At least this year while we’re going through this freak show. Your kids are sooooooo cute.

[@wandarios1711]

I just love you two and your darling children! Congrats on the maiden voyage of the “new” trailer! And, the “I’m a mannn!!!” comment might be my favorite 🤣 Oh that and “this is paradise!” So sweet! Blessings

[@mikemanjo2458]

That was a great homeschooling opportunity! You did really well with the volcano lesson. The kids are each learning at their own level. Awesome!

[@TPayne-fm8ie]

You guys are such great parents! No wonder your kids are so well mannered.

[@ljspex5522]

Loved the homeschool update! I've only homeschooled my four children so it's nice to see other families find their way through it too. It was fun seeing your kids work around the table in the camper as we once did the same. We had basically the same camper with the exception of the bunk room having a slide as well. Even with that additional space, the storage was terrible! At one time we spent six weeks living in it while waiting to close on our new home!! I always wanted to rip out that U shaped table and reconfigure that space but my hubby was totally against it! haha... There is so much potential space there and you two strike me as the couple to figure it out.

[@maryhtrask4321]

Beautiful children. Glad you enjoyed most of it. Except the cold.

[@susanwright1931]

We went camping by the falls last week! It got so cold we had to head home a day early! We only had a leaky tent though! We could deal with the cold, wet and cold crossed the line! Lol The falls were absolutely beautiful!! I agree on the bug part! We didn’t see any! I want to go back next summer! This part of the country is just beautiful! Now I just need to convince my husband to buy a fixer camper and I will be set! 😉

[@Edu_Kate]

I only tent camped once and it was so incredibly cold. I think 3 of us ladies slept in the tent shoulder to shoulder. Me, fully dressed and my coat over everything got the coveted middle spot the second night.

[@punkinpie27]

I always love how real you both are!

[@billivanhunnik4456]

Ahhh!! I spy Gather Round Homeschool! We are new to homeschooling here too! 5 of our 7 little children. We started with North American Birds...surprisingly way better than I thought...because like, it’s birds lol but it has been awesome! We are on week 4 now and the kids and I are all LOVING it and loving the FREEDOM!! The Gather Round Facebook group and the app are truly fantastic! Good luck to you in your homeschool! Big fan of yours!

[@DD-xf1yd]

Sounds like it was a great trip!! It's so true, how kids ❤️ campfires! I remember feeling the same way, at their age.

[@donniefrank7033]

We have a similar closet for our kids, we use a wire drawer system from ikea, it fits perfectly in the cupboard and leaves us enough room above to hang their coats. Each kid has a fabric box to keep their stuff (books, toys, etc) at the end of their bed. Also use lots of command hooks, on the inside of their cupboard for hats. Command hooks in our room for hats, everyday coat, keys, etc.

[@kellymusum8072]

looks like a fun time. Gage looked so cute by the water!

[@annyg1757]

Hands on learning is by far the best❣️. Especially with nature as your guide.🥰. That was so enjoyable.

[@Rrhode23]

“It’s gonna go North!!” 🤣🤣

[@cyndipatti1442]

Your family is so sweet!!

[@judithcoe7551]

Looks like you had a wonderful family bonding and educational time. I am glad you got some coats for the kids. Your family is awesome esp with the campfires!

[@pattysmithers9767]

Cant wait to see how the trailer turns out!

[@christinerakela1306]

I just love you guys! And I was so looking forward to this video thank you for making it a long one and including So Many Adventures! I'll be looking forward to next week to see what you do with the upstairs bedrooms

[@sonohrina2012]

Seeing the kids enjoying so much made makes me want to go camping so bad it looks like a lot of fun

[@jenniferbarney4220]

Loved this! Looked like an awesome trip.

[@cheriebrittin7627]

It would be amazing to be a child in your family. Great parents! Loved this vlog, thanks for taking us along. 💗

[@daniellehuddleston1931]

love that area! So beautiful! Looks like you had a good time.

[@iforgettherestwhitman1483]

When you camped in Two Harbors you were just a few blocks from our home. We are glad your family had a good time here and on the rest of your vacation. Come back again and bring warm clothes! It gets pretty cool here almost year round, especially at night. If you have a new mattress it will be that much better!

[@cliffmauck510]

Great video, thanks for the update. Good job on the floor. I hope your home schooling continues to go well. Your oldest is a lefty like me!

[@sigalsmadar4547]

Awww, that was so sweet. Thank you so much for sharing with us. It's so encouraging in these crazy times. You guys are great role models.... things aren't perfect, we keep trying, we keep loving each other, and we keep laughing! You are so welcome to come to Southern Arizona....Lots of camping. Good weather in the winter (south of the Mogollon rim...) There's our world famous rodeo the 3rd week of Feb. And the Gem and Mineral show (dinosaur bones for the boys and gems and beads for the girls) the first 2 weeks of Feb. I want to know which campground you went to earlier that had the lake with the water slide.... I always tell my kids: Be a finisher! That's how that clutter starts to pile up and drive us crazy... we just leave stuff and don't finish our projects. I'm 56 and I still battle it! Love from AZ.

[@saltystuff8080]

I am with Tom, we like camping but the extra friendliness of campers gives me anxiety...and I am from the south. I am all for being neighborly but camper etiquette is next level. 😆

[@mimijohnson7714]

😀 Enjoyed this very much, the views were amazing! Happy the truck gave no problems! You’re kiddos are so cute! So I know “less is more” however I’ve found with a camper having a set of items we use regularly stored in the RV helpful. Toiletries, soap, shampoo, bath and beach towels, sheets specifically for the RV beds, for adults a set of clothes (2 days worth), a light jacket, kitchen items, even some canned or dry food items that will store well. It’s a pain in the beginning but knowing these things are already packed/stored and a simple trip checklist to ☑️ off items from it just made life and trips less trouble and more relaxing. Also I tend to double make meals, freeze one that can be reheated, especially for long trips helped so much after traveling all day. Just my .02.

[@cinnie2543]

Oh, my gosh, what a beautiful, beautiful setting. You make me want to visit the Great Lakes. I had no idea. Love watching your children enjoying the trip and all its adventures. God bless you.

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

Well, there are 9 state parks along the North Shore, and every single one is worth checking out.

[@sharonleesadventures2390]

You guys are so fun! Love when you guys do videos together!

[@joycemoses2411]

Enjoyed your session on "I Heart Sweet Life Planners"!!! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and encouragement!

[@SummatllTurnUp]

Great video! 🥰 Such fun and looks like you had a fab time; such a beautiful location, and Tom even became one of the 'helpers' he doesn't like 😏😂 Glad nothing broke down this time 💪

[@tfrankum01]

I loved home schooling our boys on the road! It was so much fun! Our boys loved it. We also did research on areas around our home. That was fun too

[@highlifeme]

I'm so privileged to live by the Pattison State Park and it's such a wonderland of beauty that you dont expect in the area!! That park has been there for a lot of years and been through a lot of changes including new walking bridges just finished in the park!! Wisconsin and Minnesota "nice is always a great thing to take advantage of because things get done a lot faster and easier! A lot of people dont understand it but that's the way life should be...spending time with people and listening/sharing stories!!

[@lynnsalberg5647]

So funny! looked like a great trip. I miss the family trips when my kids were little. Making memories!

[@cheryllovestoread]

You may not have a Great Lake or waterfall or forest on your property, but there is so much to learn from the soil and seeds and trees and animals right outside your door. You’ll do great and your kids will have great memories to top off their education. Congrats on a first week well done! 🏆

[@kimjaymama26]

Oh! I love seeing your Gather Round home school curriculum in there. Great job Mama and Tom!