Every now and then my GPS decides it has worked hard enough for now so it takes a break. As in refuses to turn on. Or, if it is already on, it turns itself off. Today it decided not to turn on when I was ready to leave the rest stop just before KCMO and KCK.
For those of you who didn’t grow up listening to Midwest radio stations, that’s Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas City, Kansas. Another set of twin cities separated mostly by attitude.
As places go, that was not a bad place for it to decide to take a break. All I had to do was follow the signs to stay on I-35 all the way through the metro area, out the other side, and about halfway to Emporia, Kansas. I could do that with my eyes closed. OK, not really. It is hazardous to drive with your eyes closed. But you know what I mean. I’ve been down this route enough to not panic about my GPS taking a break.
So about 5:00 I pulled into a Corps of Engineers park. I was thrilled to see the gates to the campground be open. But surprised to see the registration fees were only applicable through September 30th. OK, likely that means no water. I did not expect it to mean no electricity either. But I have a level, pull-through spot overlooking Malvern Lake and it’s late and I’m tired of driving.
The wifi signal here is weak but plugging in my antenna brought it up to acceptable speed so I can compute.
My batteries are 100% charged so I can reheat lunch leftovers in the microwave for supper and charge electronics when their batteries get low.
It is 83° in here. The forecast low tonight is 37°. That’s nearly 40°, right? It should stay warm in here until at least bedtime, right? Then I can run my furnace until it goes haywire (which appears to be about 5 hours) then have enough residual heat to get me through the night, right?
I sure hope so, because I am staying. I need a break.
TTYL,
Linda
We love CCC campgrounds. No electricity? That is strange.
Sending you some of our heat.
I don’t blame you. You definitely covered enough ground and need to get off the road. Just wish you had electricity. I can see shutting off the water but not the electric. Are you the only one there?
Predicting a nice snug sleep. Even without utilities, it’s hard to beat a COE spot.
Time to take a break and relax. You need a good night’s sleep before you get on that road again. I’m glad they were open and the electricity is function. That’s more than half the battle for sure.
Don’t shoot me for asking, but you did check the breaker, right? The only reason I asked, is because I pulled into my space right after someone left today….their campfire was still hot and smoking. But they flipped the breaker when they left. Why would someone do that? Thinking maybe the same where you are…
I’ve been to Kansas City – both of them and laughed when you said same in name, separated by attitude. It’s so true – even this Canadian girl noticed that difference 🙂 I haven’t a clue when it comes to breakers yet smile at your adventure.
Ugh… last time our GPS did that we ended up with a new GPS….
This time of year can be full of surprises when it comes to campgrounds!!!!
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