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How Starlink Revolutionized Full-Time RV Living

Full-time RV living offers a unique sense of freedom and adventure, but it also presents challenges, particularly when it comes to staying connected. For many RVers, finding reliable internet access can be a significant hurdle. Enter Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, which has been a game-changer for full-time RVers like me.

1. Reliable Connectivity Anywhere

One of the biggest advantages of Starlink is its ability to provide reliable internet access in remote and rural areas. Traditional internet options often rely on cellular signals or local infrastructure, which can be inconsistent in less populated areas. Starlink, on the other hand, utilizes a constellation of satellites orbiting Earth, delivering a signal almost anywhere. This means that whether you’re parked in a serene national park or a secluded boondocking spot, you’re likely to have a solid internet connection.

2. High-Speed Internet On the Go

For full-time RVers, high-speed internet is essential not just for browsing but for streaming, working remotely, and staying in touch with loved ones. Starlink offers speeds that are competitive with traditional broadband services. This has been a revelation for those of us who need to stay connected for work or personal reasons. Streaming your favorite shows, attending virtual meetings, or simply surfing the web becomes a smooth, enjoyable experience, even while on the move.

3. Easy Setup and Portability

Setting up Starlink is straightforward. The kit comes with a satellite dish (often referred to as “Dishy McFlatface”), a router, and a power supply. Once you’ve set up the dish and plugged everything in, the system does the rest. Starlink’s portability is particularly advantageous for RVers. The dish is designed to be easily mounted or set up on a temporary stand, making it simple to move from one campsite to another without hassle.

4. Consistent Performance in Diverse Conditions

While traditional satellite internet services can struggle with weather-related disruptions, Starlink has demonstrated impressive performance across various conditions. Whether it’s rain, snow, or a blazing hot sun, Starlink tends to maintain a stable connection. This reliability is crucial for those of us who need consistent internet access regardless of the weather or geographical location.

5. Freedom to Explore Without Sacrificing Connectivity

One of the greatest joys of RV living is the freedom to explore new places. With Starlink, you don’t have to sacrifice connectivity for the sake of adventure. You can venture into more remote areas without worrying about being out of touch. This sense of freedom enhances the RV lifestyle, allowing you to enjoy the journey without the anxiety of unreliable internet.

6. Cost-Effective Solution

While the initial setup cost for Starlink might be higher compared to some other options, the long-term benefits make it a cost-effective solution. The monthly service fee is comparable to many home internet plans, and the value it provides—especially for full-time RVers who rely heavily on internet access—is well worth the investment.

Conclusion

Starlink has transformed the RV lifestyle by providing reliable, high-speed internet access almost anywhere. For full-time RVers, this means greater freedom to explore while staying connected, whether for work or leisure. The ease of setup and consistent performance make Starlink an indispensable tool for anyone looking to enhance their RV living experience. As we continue to travel and discover new places, having Starlink on board ensures that we can enjoy the journey without missing out on the benefits of modern connectivity.

If you’re looking for a great option for internet while traveling, you can get a free month of Starlink here!

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On Wednesdays We Read Pink

It’s been a hot minute hasn’t it? It’s Wednesday, so I’m sharing a quick stack of pink books. I’ve read three out of five of these, which I feel like is actually not bad considering my TBR is endless.

California Holiday – Kate Cann
I actually read this book for the first time way back in high school. God bless, the fact that I can say ‘way back in high school’ makes me feel ancient. A UK girl has just finished school and is taking a quick gap year. She sets out to be a live in nanny in the States, but things end up being a bit different than she planned.

I loved this book in high school, but it didn’t quite hit the same as a 27 year old when I read it again last year.

Tropes: Foreign holiday, nanny, fleeing from boss

The Dare – Elle Kennedy
I finished this book last week actually and loved every minute of it. Conor and Taylor were perfect. The sorority aspect, while it had some issues, made me think of my own experiences sometimes. Fake dating also gets me every time. I know where it’s going to end up, but gah, it still makes me so happy when they start actually falling for each other.

Conor was freakin adorable in all of his attempts to woo T. Taylor’s mom was interesting, and I 100% did not see her boyfriend coming at all. Sports romances in the fall hit different. It doesn’t even matter what the sport is….(Football is still my fave). I can’t wait to read the rest of Briar U since I read this one, book 4, first.

Tropes: Fake dating, he falls first, sports romance, hockey romance, friends to lovers (kinda), slow burn

Once Upon a Broken Heart – Stephanie Garber
We have reached the first of this stack that I haven’t read yet, which is comical because I actually own two copies of this book and have the second book on order. Whoops!

I have been reluctant to read this one because I wasn’t a fan of Caraval. Well, it wasn’t so much that I wasn’t a fan of it, but the whole thing felt like a fever dream that wasn’t really fleshed out. I just couldn’t really get into it, and that’s fine! I know there’s plenty of people that loved Caraval. However, because of this, I just haven’t wanted to jump on the OUABH train.

The Duke and I – Julia Quinn
We all know the storyline for this one from the Netflix show Bridgerton. That is absolutely the reason I picked up this series. I bought these special editions before I’d even read the books. I loved Daphne and Simon’s story, a lot of it was raw and emotional, but they also had such a cute courtship.

The Bridgerton world is one of my favorite historical romance worlds. It doesn’t quite live up to my love of WWII romances, but it’s almost there.

Tropes: Fake dating, reluctant MMC, historical romance, forced marriage,

Romancing Mr Bridgerton – Julia Quinn
The last book in our stack and the second of the books I’ve not read yet. I’m looking forward to this one, and I ought to read it before the next season comes out. I feel like this one will be a cozy winter read for some reason.

What about you? What are your favorite pink books on your selves?

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Feelings After Finishing A Court of Silver Flames

  1. I fall under the unpopular opinion.
    I don’t like Nesta. I think people are allowing her a little too much grace because of trauma. Okay, I can see that some of her actions are trauma responses, but despite the fact that she recognizes this also, she only apologizes twice in the entire book. For being a “strong character,” Nesta didn’t live up to that for me. I struggled to get through this book because Nesta acted like she was the only one who had trauma and lashed out against everyone and anyone.
  2. Cassian deserves better.
    I said what I said. Nesta treats him like dirt, and yet, here he is wanting his mate because of the whole chemical imbalance that causes. I also feel like SJM kind of left Cassian’s development behind in favor of his romance with Nesta that wasn’t really even a romance. Somewhere we lost his strong, badass warrior self and even his flirty comments kind of fell flat for me. I wish we saw more of his role as general since that was supposed to be a huge part of his life and less of him pandering to Nesta’s every whim. I honestly would have rather seen Cassian end with Nesta if they weren’t mates. Wholly because that would mean that he chose her, and it would show that above all of her faults and even how she treated him, he saw that she was a good person and wanted to foster that.
  3. Nesta’s friends
    Great, I’m glad that Nesta has friends. I actually really like Gwyn and Emerie, but I also don’t think they would really just allow Nesta to be as big of a bitch to them as she was throughout this book. I need more from them though. Sleepover? Cool, but give me some development from them. I liked their determination and drive during the Illyrian mountain killing spree though!
  4. Eris
    I am here for him. Give me more about what he is doing and what his motives are. What are his plans? I need mas. What was going through his head during the Mor situation. I need more about the Autumn Court in general. Which brings me to Lucien. This poor guy. He wants to impress and woo Elain so badly but she literally just stomps on his heart.
  5. Third person.
    I didn’t like the switch from first person to third. It made getting into this book very difficult. I really didn’t like that this switch came after three books of first person.

It was a 3/5 for me to be quite honest, I didn’t feel the romance between Nesta and Cassian. Their steamy scenes weren’t all that steamy in my eyes. Like Chapter 55 and Chill was not found in this book. Sorry not sorry. I love Az, I love Lucien, I love Feysand, I love Cassian, I love Mor. I did not love Amren’s changes, I did not love Nesta, I did not love Elain. I wanted more of Eris, I wanted more of Emerie, I wanted more of Gwyn, I even wanted more of Bryaxis. So. It’s a 3 out of 5 for me when the rest of these books have all been 5s.

See y’all after the next chapter,

Cayla

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Cruising through my Childhood books

Hey Book Worms!

So, recently, in cleaning out my garage, I found a plastic tub of books I read in both high school and middle school. I’m assuming I must have loved these particular books if ten to fifteen years later I’m still dragging them around from house to house.

These books have literally gone through different states with me. I remember some of them, and I remember enjoying a fair few of them. However, I don’t remember all of them, and I want to do an experiment to see if I still enjoy them, or if they live up to the hype of my memories.

I’m also going to see if my mom has anymore of my childhood books (the chapter books from middle and high school) to see if I can plug away through them and read them in the midst of my current TBR. (I’m not opposed to her having the legit children’s books since I will likely be having kids in the next few years.)

I’ll post an exhaustive list of the titles once I get that going!

See ya after the next chapter!
Cayla

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The Octunnumi

The Octunnumi does not exist.

Magic does not exist.

The Frostbit Files definitely do not exist.

I bought this book, The Octunnumi, because I saw a video on TikTok. Yup. Couldn’t help myself. It was beautiful. The packaging was luxurious. A fabulous box with an ominous quote, a letter sealed with Roman numerals, wrapped in black paper and a “Welcome Home” note.

When the book is closed, the black edging on the pages gives it the look that it’s sealed away in a box. The entire physicality of the book is decadent. The book also has an app with AR features, you scan a portion of the book and something magical happens with the AR.

The most fascinating thing is that everyone who has bought the book seems to be under this unspoken agreement not to talk about the book. It……I guess it’s kind of like fight club? (Is that reference still around?)

I’m only partially through, but I’m fascinated by it. I’m 170 pages in, and it feels as though it was written by someone from another world who is trying to explain to people that have grown up without magic and the knowledge of Innesomids, other realities and worlds.

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Meet the reader!

Hello, Book Worms!

Apparently it’s finally cool to be a book worm. Who knew!? I spent far too much time as a kid hiding the fact that I would read five hundred page books in a night or that I would rather have been in a book store or a library. At the same time, I was always nose deep in a book and couldn’t be bothered with what they thought.

When I say I like reading….that’s an understatement. I have read 117 books since March of last year alone. I devour books of all kinds.

From fantasy to chick lit to romance to mystery, I will read it all.

I want to use this space as a spot to keep my thoughts on new books, old books, the books I didn’t finish, the ones I’ve read four hundred times.

See you after the next chapter, Book Worms,

Cayla