"The allure of discovery, of adventure, is human — for we are adventurous people. We
all share this earth together and it is a very exciting place. Adventure or discovery add
a new dimension to our lives. It gives us purpose and ultimately, freedom and pleasure."
So when we kept a picture of a RV on our refrigerator — you
know, what you plan or dream, visualize it — little did we
know how our dream of adventure would become reality!
We discovered our “vehicle of adventure” while visiting the
local McMahon’s RV Center. In less than 3 hours, we had
ordered and purchased our 20’ Pleasure-Way Ford TS, Van
Conversion Class B. It was manufactured and delivered in
just 3 weeks — all the way from the Pleasure-Way factory
in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. This company
is fantastic!
The closer was this: Pleasure-Way’s factory rep, Ted Passic,
just happened to be in the show vehicle, doing business on
his laptop at the “eating table/work station”! This was the
ultimate “show and tell” for full-time RVing.
Thus began our 2-1/2 year adventurous journey in our HOME
on wheels… in the “IttyBittyRV”. This was freedom of less;
simplified, green living, all perfectly and pleasurably
packaged! Plus an eating/office area, king bed/lounge,
galley, head/shower, seating for 6, and even satellite TV.
Fuel efficient, well-built, solid construction and easy to drive
or park anywhere, one can’t ask for more!
What we couldn’t use or keep in a 20’ vehicle went into
storage. We stored only what we would use within
6 months, such as seasonal clothing, photos, important
papers, etc. The rest, we sold or gave away.
Refining our space for full-timing is an evolution. In the
process, all that has been added for comfort and convenience
is in keeping with our simple and uncluttered concept. And,
“a place for everything… and everything in its place”, is our
mantra. We have found space for books, laptops, electronics
and cell phones.
Originally not thought possible, we even
discovered how to configure work stations for two! The latest
wireless technology offers our own “hotspots” and is a
tremendous asset to the full-timing lifestyle. Adding a
generator and additional house power (batteries in tandem)
enabled dry-docking anywhere.
The amazing thing we have discovered is that we have
freedom from the desire to accumulate the “wants”. Simple
living is not deprivation but freedom from accumulation! Our
simplified, eco-footprint is not only desirable but achievable.
During this adventure, we are discovering the ultimate
enrichment and pleasure of new friendships and opportunities.
We encourage others to begin the adventure of less; of
simplified, green living.
Our license plate holder states:“Simplify… IttyBittyRV”.
John & Eileen Bryan
Garden Grove, CA
