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LOL!!! :) For the Muggles... I'm personally convinced that a lot of the philosophy of Extreme Programming applies to vehicle dwelling. :) For example, one Tenet of The Faith is... "you ain't gonna need it". That refers to programmers who spend all manner of time on non-core stuff, instead of...

Shiny! Definitely looks like she'd fit in with CP (Cherterr's Pack)! :) When convenient, could you reshoot that pic, to better show her "space"? cherterr's pic really captures their mini-home. :) Qxxx: Good idea! There should really be an annual photo contest with the theme "pet approved...

Hmmmm.... multiple color options, brain crashing (it's been a week & a half of urban noise - Grrr!Argh!). But, you both like red. If I buy one today, will go with red. :) During these last few days, I've had my first Walmart & Aldi runs in 4 1/2 months, plus got a small payment from one of my...

Good question! :) I can definitely smell exhaust fumes inside, though it varies a lot. If I'm at all nervous, I lower the driver's side window. It looks like it's behind (rearward of) the muffler, but it's hard (for me) to tell from the inspection report. I just sent off an email requesting a...

Crofter: The bread is to get most of the yummy final morsels. :) Plus, I pretty much only eat whole wheat bread, so it's an excuse to consume more fiber. I do use a bit of paper towel before the hot water real wash step, and as the final step afterwards. I'm not a paper towel "hog", but...

Part of that is their "recruiters" have that Problem with their Brains being Missing. :( Over the last couple of years, I sporadically receive LinkedIn spam from their recruiters, and every time I've asked they haven't been able to articulate what qualifications I have that they're interested...

Ser Owl, that's not my perception, and, as I've mentioned I use a collaborative killfile app that tracks (both algorithmically & by vetted human assessments) all posts here. You are definitely not on any trustworthy "naughty" lists. :) So, back to needing help... There's a (small-ish?) hole in...

Ohhhhh, you read my mind... Pup porn! :) :) :) I really like the way you've stacked their individual "spots" there! Close enough to "be" a true pack, but each still has his/her own space. They all seem content/happy. :) Thanks! :)

cherterr: Sounds like you're having a hoot & a holler! :) How are your PackMates holding up?!? More info please. :) P.S. Wisdom from Star Trek... "Chocolate is a serious thing." "Never met a chocolate I didn't like"

Laura: You've asked a good & reasonable question. I'm with Guy on this. The candle claim has been floating around the 'net for decades. I think the risk to reward ratio is excessive. :( Better to have decent cold weather sleeping gear. It doesn't have to be high-end. I used to have a very...

Mary Ellen: Thanks for posting - you're the first to have a similar scenario to the OP. It also is very reassuring to those of us who "merely" have intermittent issues. :) I blame/credit JimInDenver for inspiration on the Cinnamon front. :) His suggestion was for a different scenario (masking...

Ah, of course, bad hip needs accommodation! I use my bed as my desk & chair, which is very space efficient. I sit cross-legged, which would be an issue with a bad hip. That's one of the scenarios not covered in YT van-porn, right?!?

Thanks y'all! CityWoman: I've wondered if the pea soup porn pics are faked, and rely on something like an immersion/other blender to create the classic texture. Have seen those (immersion blenders) used on PBS cooking shows and they're mighty shiny. If I were in s&b and had a budget, I would...

... and cinnamon, before and/or after. :) For the record, I've had four bouts of diarrhea while living in my van. First time was while urban/Walmart boondocking, so used W's washroom, but after the third trip, punked out and took a Loperamide which definitely helped (Disclaimer: carefully...

Excellent summary Zonie! The only minivan I looked at was an Uplander, for the reasons CityWoman stated (lots of availability). I liked the space, but the particular one I looked at had had some gremlins (ironic, eh?), so I passed on it. CityWoman, have you considered a Toyota minivan? That...

Ser Owl, clearly, you've never tried Dollar Tree beef stew. That (so far) is my low water mark in terms of canned stew. Cheerful Threat: I'll post porn, if you need semi proof. ;) Dinty Moore has slipped in the last few years, but is still pretty dang good. During the summer, scored some of the...

LOL! Actually, I'm an adherent of XP. ;) In this case, though, since I"m considering a 24+ hour soaking period, and I'm new to soaking, it did seem prudent to ask whether there's any significant risk. :D I can always fix Code... always. Infections, not-so-much. ;) (XP == eXtreme Programming...

XERTYX: the key is to use freezer grade baggies. Please do try this and report back. :) I've heard about this for years, but have not yet tried it myself. Friday, I finally got around to trying out my thrift store 2-buck crockpot, and successfully heated water more than hot enough to prepare an...

Soaking question: Is it (usually) safe (bacteria growth wise) to soak just split peas (i.e. nothing else in the container) way more than overnight? I know they can sprout, so, as Sofi suggested, I'm thinking I'd either start with boiling or very hot water, and leave them in the thermos maybe a...

Very well said, Brother Owl, and awesome local knowledge info! :) :) :) Just got off the highway, so brain has been twirling at this problem for the last few hours. mzmarti66: Please pardon my assumptions (above & next) if they don't fit your situation (I figure you may be reading this, but may...