Well, I guess we do not officially have a hood… We needed some mechanical work completed on our RV, and we were fortunate to know someone who knew someone. We camped at Gail and Billy’s for a couple of days while their trusted and talented friend Ray came to our rescue.
rv mechanic ray & kk
We had blown a gasket on our trip south and Ray installed new hedders, which was no easy task. He fixed a vacuum leak, gave us some valuable advice and charged us a friendly price. Not only did we get the RV in prime shape for our adventure, but we made a new friend as well. If you find yourself near Rocky Point, North Carolina needing a mechanic, contact us and we’ll get you in touch with Ray. Oh yeah, and of course, Ray lives in a RV too!
We have completed the interior RV renovation and we could not be happier. We are very fortunate that we already loved everything inside the RV and all we needed to accomplish was a cosmetic overhaul. Paint, new hardware, fabric, carpet, wood laminate flooring, new shower fixture, and some other small items, and a lot of elbow grease, grunting and sweating.
We spent approximately $1,200 on the renovation (we bought a lot of paint!) - and we plan to share our purchase list with you in an upcoming post. And yes, we completed the entire process ourselves (some have asked). We did have one individual gift us our lovely new wardrobe mirrors, including installation (thanks Jerry!) - they are fantastic!
If you are interested in seeing the results, we have them posted for you here >
Yep, our interior design has been finished, and we’re ready to show you the results. In true HGTV-style, we’ve knocked up a video to show our before and after exploits. We have a Flickr image gallery coming soon too.
The No Destination blog was down for a brief period tonight while we updated our blog software. Normal service has now been resumed. The update allows us to blog using a snazzy little iPhone application, and adds a couple of features we’ll showcase over the next couple of days.
We just want to apologize for our silence over the past few weeks. We are alive and well, but so busy that we forget what day it is (and sometimes what month it is!) The RV, for the interior, is in the last phase: Flooring. We are so excited that we can hardly contain ourselves! At this very moment we are creating an online photo gallery so everyone can see the progress.
In addition to the RV work, we have spent a couple-hundred-hours with WorKamp. WorKamp is where we help our host with domestic chores and special projects, and they allow us to camp in their driveway, and use facilities and electricity. There will be a blog dedicated to this as well. And, of course, there is the time consuming Daily Grind that pays the bills. We have a couple of web projects that are near completion, so we are marketing for new and refreshing jobs and projects.
We are also revamping the NoDestination.org blog for an easier way of following our journey. So please stay in touch! A big thank you to all of our friends and new acquaintances that write to us frequently. You truly help us stay focused on our No Destination project.
We decided to sneak away to the beach, but the
Wrightsville Beach draw bridge slowed us down a little.
We’re midway through our complete RV renovation. Our new bedroom has gone from 1980s shabby and worn to modern and clean. Here’s a little sneak peak of our work in progress.
Left to right: Original; In Repair; Bones Fixed; Almost Done
We took a break from working and renovating to stop by Aunt Gail’s house. She prepared a lovely vegan dinner for us! Pasta with veggies and beans, and adorable little fruit cups.
And it wouldn’t be summer or North Carolina without some sweet ice tea. She took the trouble of adding real peach wedges.
Our favourite local NPR radio station, WYPR, recently interviewed us about No Destination. We will be featured on The Signal at 12pm and 7pm today (Friday, May 9th) and you can listen to the show on The Signal Website after the show airs.
You can also download the Podcast on iTunes ยป
We had a great time talking with Aaron. Make sure you tune in to The Signal for regular updates from No Destination from across the country.
Mr. Chan’s Szechuan Restaurant
If you find yourself hungry, craving Szechuan and anywhere near Baltimore, do yourself a favor and find Mr. Chan’s in Pikesville. Mr. Chan’s serves Szechuan cuisine to the delight of carnivores and vegans alike. Delicious food, very affordable prices, and a smart and friendly staff. The menu has a special vegetarian and vegan section so ordering is easy. Favorite dishes: Kung Pao Veggie Protein Nuggets; Orange Seitan; and Tofu with Kale (special request this as it may not be on the menu).
Mr. Chan’s is located at 1000 Reisterstown Road in Pikesville, Maryland
Vegetarian Desserts
Coincidence? I think not. One evening while gathering at a VRG MeatOut at Mr. Chan’s, the group had a surprise guest. Baker extraordinaire herself, Charmane Baker, brought savory and delectable desserts. Cupcakes, muffins and cookies - all absolutely delicious and all vegan. We left very happy. And, fortunately for Baltimore, you can order Charmane’s Vegetarian Desserts from her website: www.veggiedesserts.com
Ben Shaberman
The Best of Baltimore is not all about food. Ben Shaberman was our neighbor, and is our friend and fellow-vegan. Ben is not only a great guy, but witty, humorous and smart - and we have proof. He is a frequent contributor to respected newspapers and magazines and he is a commentator on the radio every now and then. His written and audio articles usually stem from his experiences, but in the end, they transform to something personal within all of us. We think Ben makes Baltimore a better place. www.benshaberman.com
Brick Oven Pizza
One of our favourite things to do in the whole world is hunting down a great vegan cheese pizza. It’s not easy, but if you can find a good one, it’s always worth it. Brick Oven Pizza, in alliance with Compassion Over Killing, have an awesome vegan cheese pizza. The secret to this award-winning pizzeria is the wood-fired brick oven, which is kept burning 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Brick Oven Pizza is located at 800 S. Broadway in downtown Baltimore.
While traveling in the RV, Wednesdays are dedicated to eating raw. All food and beverage consumed will be completely uncooked. Needless to say, our meals will consist of vegetables, fruits, nuts and raw liquids (water, juices, and raw milks such as coconut or almond milk). But my favorite is the green smoothie. Delicious!
Why? Heat depletes vitamins, damages proteins and fats, and destroys enzymes. Raw foods have the best balance of water, nutrients, and fiber to meet your body’s needs. Plus, I just love green smoothies!
Look for more RaWednesday posts here on No Destination.
Mr. Chan’s Szechuan Restaurant
Vegetarian Desserts
Ben Shaberman
Brick Oven Pizza