She IS a Showgirl!
This is what I saw when I looked out my bedroom window this morning.
It’s not like I didn’t know it was there, I just still can’t believe we did it! We bought a second Airstream. Her name is Lola. She’s a beauty, but she knows it and she’s a handful!
I can’t help but be attracted by her shiny silver skin.
Or her fancy orange dinette.
Or her sleek, new kitchen.
She’s so light and bright inside. Look at the fabulous Vista View windows!
But did I mention she’s a handful? Nothing like dear, sweet Poppy. Lola has already locked us out (she thought that was cute!), fallen off the driveway, and bonked poor Bob in the nose!
We’ll have our hands full with this one–but, oh, she’s going to be worth it!
Poppy update:
Color Splash did not come through with a makeover for Poppy. Bob and I had started (barely) to do it ourselves. Then, Lola came along, all ready to go camping and so bright and light and gay. But Poppy is my first love. I didn’t think I could ever part with her. But, it must have just been puppy love. I’ve moved on……
Oh, and Poppy is now for sale if any of you want an adorable 1973 Safari!
27 Responses
June 3rd, 2009 at 11:37 am
The showgirl is a handful, eh??? Sounds like a new bigger puller is next in the offing!!! You get Lola….Bob gets NEW BIG DIESEL TRUCK….I can see it now!!!!
June 3rd, 2009 at 12:52 pm
She’s a looker for sure!
June 3rd, 2009 at 2:49 pm
wow you could redo them and use them for retreats in your beautiful new studio!
who wouldn’t want to come spend a weekend sewing away and sleeping in LOLa!!!!
Kathie
June 3rd, 2009 at 5:58 pm
I’ve been singing that song for days…kids think I’ve lost it! haha.
June 3rd, 2009 at 5:59 pm
Oooo…I think “blop” might be onto something. It wasn’t Lola who was beckoning you with that come-hither look…it was BOB who was goading her!! Now the truth comes out…
And “kathie” has a great idea…Poppy would make nice digs for a retreat.
June 3rd, 2009 at 8:00 pm
poor, poor Poppy…whatever will become of her…lonely sad on the side of the road and you racing around the country with Lola..poor, poor Poppy!
June 3rd, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Looks like you had a great vacation….then to come home and find Lola. We’ll be camping at Ft. Stevens in six weeks. Lola (and you guys) would have lots of fun with our wild and crazy group.
June 3rd, 2009 at 10:08 pm
I’ll have that song in my head for weeks now! LOL. She’s purty!
June 4th, 2009 at 7:32 am
You might want to go to “Airfourms.com” and post that “Poppy” is for sale.
there also are 2 groups on facebook about airsteams and you might have some luck there.
Another place to place an add would be in the “Blue Beret”. The “Blue Beret” is the monthly publication for the Wally Baum Internation Caravan Club”.
The Land Habor Yatch in Lacey has a monthly new letter and also has community bulletin board in “Harmony Hall” that you might be able to post a for sale sign.
Have fun in the new trailer.
Jay
June 4th, 2009 at 7:47 am
Oh my, Lola is a beauty but I feel bad for Poppy. I am sure you will find a wonderful family for her. Hope Bob is feeling better, he looked like he got into one heck of a fight. Can’t imagine how the other guy looked! Can’t wait to hear about your first camping trip with Lola.
June 4th, 2009 at 7:54 am
Lola is the perfect name for your new ‘vixen’. Poor Bob – ouch! Lola is lovely, that’s for sure. I know Poppy will go to a very good home. I am very disappointed in HGTV, by the by. Harrumph!!
June 4th, 2009 at 7:58 am
I don’t have a website but hope I still have a chance to get in your drawing on June 8. I’ve loved your pictures of the Ohio countryside. It’s so beautiful. I was one of the people who emailed HGTV on behalf of Poppy. Too bad they didn’t come through. It’s sad to see her go but Lola is sure a beauty & it’s clear she was meant for you.
June 4th, 2009 at 8:00 am
Poor poor Poppy. Everyone always turns their back on good girls.
June 4th, 2009 at 8:23 am
Love your new baby Lola! And the orange eating area! Thanks for all the pictures, they are great!
June 4th, 2009 at 9:28 am
Poppy, schmoppy! Think of her as a diamond… are you saying you wouldn’t want to trade up?
Enjoy, and Bob, go get some flexible rim glasses. Looks like you will need them!
June 4th, 2009 at 9:33 am
I love the name “Lola”. Our camper is named “Carrie”. I know you are going to enjoy traveling in Lola. She is a beauty. When we started looking at campers about 10 years ago, we debated on getting an Airstream but they were pretty hard to find so we ended up with a 5th wheel (which we dearly love).
Keep us up-to-date on your adventures.
Mary
June 4th, 2009 at 10:07 am
I so enjoy receiving your emails. As soon as it comes, I have to open it and see what you have new and exciting. I have become interested in doing projects with the 30′s materials. I am currently working on a Cat pattern. Have ordered some of the materials from your designs. Will send a picture upon completion.
Love your story on Poppy. I am sure she understands and will become a new adventure to someone new. Sounds like Lola was made just for you. Enjoy her.
June 4th, 2009 at 11:05 am
With a name like Lola she has to be a winner!!! All shiny and full of adventure.
Have fun. Lola
June 4th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
Ouch! Bob that looks like it HURT!
June 4th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
She is beautiful! I can’t wait to meet her……I have been singing the song since I read your post! Bob ~ The best girls are the hardest to tame. You can do it:)
June 4th, 2009 at 7:52 pm
don’t you mean “poppy” love
June 5th, 2009 at 8:34 am
as soon as the “orange dining set” came on the first blog, I knew you wouldn’t be able to resist! Good for you and know the “three of you” will have so much fun. Also, the pics of your Ohio trip were wonderful to look at. Looking forward to meeting LOLA in the future.
HGTV missed a good thing when they didn’t consider a “do over” for POPPY. I hope she finds a good new home.
June 5th, 2009 at 8:52 am
Oh Poppy, Oh Poppy. It is so hard to be upstaged by the baby. Lola sounds like she is living up to her name. Poor Bob, does he really know what he is in for with this girl?
When will the first trip be?
Robin
June 6th, 2009 at 11:43 pm
What model,year, size is Lola?
June 7th, 2009 at 4:34 pm
Lola is lovely. I love the orange cushions on the kitchen booth. Can’t wait to see her with your touches splashed around. Keep us posted.
June 9th, 2009 at 6:40 am
Oh yes. She would look lovely with feathers in her hair! She’s gorgeous!
December 9th, 2010 at 3:09 pm
I would love Poppy, but my son is in a wheelchair and it would be difficult for him to get in!! Have fun with Lulu.
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