Wednesday, August 6, 2014

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



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





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.



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

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Blue Springs Adventure

On a recent trip to Blue Springs, I noticed a few travel trailers and RV'ers coming to check out the water and play with their big toys (kayaks and 4-wheelers). It got me thinking about how many other Springs we have here in Florida and what a neat adventure it would be to visit them all. 

Blue Springs is a designated Manatee Refuge and winter home to the West Indian Manatees. The spring and the spring run is closed during manatee season, which runs from November through March, and no swimming or diving is allowed at that time. Here's a way to view the world of the manatee Manatee TV

Click here for a link to all 160 Florida State Parks.


The water was pretty cold and I'd be lying if I didn't try to convince my kids that I really didn't need to go in. The Springs are full of ccooollllldddd water, or as most people call it, "refreshing", but once you're in and swimming around, the water is perfect.

The park entrance fee was $6 and we brought our lunch, so we were able to keep our costs down. There is a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs, rent their water tubes or kayaks and buy snacks. 

You can spend the day swimming or you can snorkel scuba dive into the caves of the spring. I'm not brave enough to go that deep, but if that's something you enjoy, you'll find Blue Springs a neat little spot to go exploring. 

One of the highlights of the day was watching the manatees swimming around the cave opening and then back down to their area of the springs. They don't bother anyone and as big as they are, it's hard to believe they are right there below you. 







~~Sue~~










Sunday, August 3, 2014

Celebrating Tax Free Days!! Woo Hoo

For some reason, I seem to think I'm going to need boots  and warm outerwear in my new home on wheels. LOL!! I definitely have the "boot bug" fever tonight. I'm pretty sure I won't need but 1 pair....2 at the most!!! All I have in my closet are flip flops, in all of the assorted colors and styles, and running shoes. I think it's time to get something a little more rugged. 

I also realized that I as I lay here searching the internet for "cutesy" things I would wear, I am freezing!! The family likes to keep the house feeling like an ice box, that could very well explain why I have a hard time feeling my fingers and toes on most days. LOL.

Let me know what you think of these, I would love to hear from you. 

~~Sue~~


Grilled Orange Chicken

Next to traveling the country with your family, there is nothing more exciting than knowing you're going to fill their tummies with healthy food, made in your own teeny-tiny kitchen. 


I have a feeling there may be a few, "getting used to cooking this way" meals that the family just smiles through, but that's all a part of the experience. (right)? However, most websites and blogs state that you can make anything in an RV kitchen, just like at home. We'll see...... ;)





2 tablespoons chopped orange


1/4 cup orange juice


1/4 cup olive oil



2 teaspoons lime juice

3 garlic cloves minced

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch strips

1. Combine all ingredients except the chicken in a resealable plastic bag.

2. Add chicken to the bag and turn to coat. 

3. Seal and/or cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. 

4. Drain and discard marinade and thread meat onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. 

5. Grill uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 6-8 minutes or until juices run clear. 

6. Serve with your favorite side salad or mixed veggies.

And, ENJOY!


Please share your feedback and your own tasty recipes in the comments section below!! :)


~~Sue~~