No RV, and Almost No School!!

So, the last time I wrote, I was all excited about getting an RV to live I , so we can start saving money AND enjoy the freedom to travel. Well, the bank gave a resounding NO! To make matters worse, I almost couldn't pay for classes this semester. I waited too long and they said they couldn't split up my payments. Luckily, there are angels in my life and I was able to re-register for my classes and pay for them. The praise all goes to God because I know that without him in my life, I wouldn't have the treasures I have. 

Our Christmas In Texas

Christmas break from school couldn't have come soon enough. I earned straight B's. They were really A's, but our teacher uses a different grading scale; 95 and above is an A, 90-95 a B. So, guess what? I'm extremely happy with my B's!!! 

Our trip to Texas was wonderful and meeting my husband's brother and his family was incredible. I also got to meet his nanny and visit the house where he grew up. I have lots of great pictures from our road trip that I will up load in the next few days. 

I wish adding pictures and posts on my blogger were as simple as adding to FaceBook or Instagram. There must be an easier way to document everything into one place!!! :) 

Sue

Getting Ready To Buy Our FIRST RV!!

The time has come!! I have been planting the idea into my family for almost a year now, and I think the time is almost here!! I'm so excited, but at the same time worried. I know things are going to be a bit difficult due to our credit not being very strong. Since, I have been out of work for the past 4 years, we have struggled, quite a bit and that has affected our credit scores. 

However, I'm not looking back.....2015 is the year everything is going to come together. I will finish with my Dental Assisting credentials and should secure a full time position by this summer. God willing, everything will come together!!

We are looking at a few trailers and one class A RV. Problem with the class A is that the boys wouldn't have the privacy they need and deserve. I think a 5th wheel or toy hauler is our best bet. Let's wait and see how everything goes. 

This 550 sqft Timber Cabin Is Calling My Name

I can definitely see myself living here!

This 550 sq. ft. timber framed cabin called the TimberCab 550 byFabCab is in Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho assembled by Selle Valley Construction.

Images © Marie-Dominique Verdier

Images © Marie-Dominique Verdier

This TimberCab 550 FabCab cabin costs approximately $165,000 to be completed for you (not cheap but sure is nice!).

Resources

• FabCab
• Selle Valley Construction
• Marie Dominque Verdier (photographer)
• As seen on Houzz and SmallHouseBliss

Traveling Dental Hygienist

I found a few links to information on becoming a traveling dental hygienist, and I just had to share them. 

Enjoy, 

~Sue~

How to Become a Traveling Dental Hygienist

A career as a traveling dental hygienist basically means that instead of getting a job with a specific dentist office and remaining there, you get a defined, temporary assignment before moving on to another office. You might get placed in Washington, D.C. for six months and then move to a placement in Virginia for four months, for instance. This setup has a dual benefit. First, you can find work even if jobs in your hometown are scarce. And second, dentists can cover temporary needs or get extra help during periods of peak demand. 

Stop The Presses, There's A Change Out There!

So, when I started this little endeavor of writing about my life and the adventures that come my way, I never realized how much it was going to change and how much I would have to put on hold. :(

Getting into our RV seems like it's going to take longer (much longer) than expected. Our credit is pretty much shot, since I haven't been working and we are struggling to make things work on one income, PLUS pay for school.

Yup, you heard me right, I am going to school. I've decided to leave my teaching career behind, but for all the right reasons. reasons I will get into as the blog/my journal progresses. I have less time to devote to RV'ing and Tiny Life while I got to school, but until then, I am going to blog about my life as a 41 year old mother, wife and dental assisting student!! I plan to become a Dental Hygienist, and my goal is to unite my love of "cleaning" and RV'ing/Tiny House-ing. 

I could be a traveling hygienist.....if they even have those. LOL

Well, it's Sunday morning, the kids are already fighting, hubby's sleeping and I'm just waiting for the dog to take his daily "dump" in the living room. Do I hate that he does that, Yes!! I do, but he's our little pound puppy, 2 years old, and he's a stubborn little SH&%!!!! Not to mention that he's a pittie! I have two tests tomorrow, but 7 weeks into the program and the tests are not as difficult as in the beginning. I have the basic terminology down and we're now just learning techniques and protocols. It's still hard, but at 41, learning seems a lot easier.

I am going to try to post as often as possible...at least, twice a week. I want to remember all of the things that are still fresh in my head!!!! :)

Traveling Dental Hygienist

How Small Is Too Small?

This is a question that we ask ourselves everyday. Right now, there are 4 of us in an 1100 sq ft house, and realize that we really don't need that much space. We also know that a tiny house of 120 - 280 sq ft is probably too small for us at this time. With 2 teenaged sons, we all need some space to call our own. 

Here is one option that we all agree on! :) We would love to plop this cabin down on a lot in Lake Tahoe and never leave. 

What do you think? What is too small for you? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

~~Sue~~

840 Sq. Ft. Modern Small Cabin in the Redwoods

All Images © David Wakely for Cathy Schwabe Architecture

Tiny House Directory

I came across this website and knew I had to share. It is a list of 30+ tiny home builders and links to their websites. Tiny House Directory

Enjoy!

~~Sue~~

Don't forget to take a look at these designs from Bungalow In A Box. The pricing is great!!

8'x... Tiny Bungalows

Sample Price: 8'x8' Panelized Bungalow Kit on Pallets for Common Carrier First Floor Platform: $800 Weathertight Panel-Frame Shell: $5,200 Windows and Door: $500 Delivery by Common Carrier: TBD Raising (or...Do-It-Yourself): $1,000 subtotal: $7,500 *

Special Features: Assemble by hand Quick Assembly and Take-Apart. Gate House Pool House Hen House Bath House

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12'x... Small Bungalows

Sample Price: 12'x16' Bungalow (inset porch) First Floor Platform: $2,400 Floor Insulation: $1,000 Weathertight Panel-Frame Shell: $14,000 Windows and Door: $2,000 Delivery: $5/mile Raising: $3,000 subtotal: $22,400 *

Special Features: Large One Room Guest Space Full "Room" Easy to Heat Easy to Cool Easy to Finish Nice Addition

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14'x... Medium Bungalows

Sample Price: 14'x20' Bungalow First Floor Platform: $3,500 Floor Insulation: $1,500 Weathertight Panel-Frame Shell: $19,500 Windows and Door: $2,500 Delivery: $5/mile Raising: $4,000 subtotal: $31,000 *

Special Features: Enough width for back-to-back partitioned spaces such as kitchen/bath. Easy to heat. Easy to finish. Adaptable. Cabin.

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16'x... Large Bungalows

Sample Price: 16'x24' Bungalow with tall loft (Heavy Timbers, OSB Sheathing) First Floor Platform: $4,800 Floor Insulation: $2,500 Weathertight Panel Frame Shell w/structural sheathing: $28,000 Windows and Door: $3,500 Timber Rafters (Fancy Ceiling) $1,600 Delivery: $5/mile Raising: $5,500 subtotal: $45,900 *

Special Features: Beautiful Heavy Timbers offer Longer Spans and more room for interior partitioned spaces. Great Addition