Today is your day Boomer! Yesterday's blog had a focus on "class b" camper vans and van life. And one of the big takeaways was the BIG price of vehicles like Roadtreks....well over 60,000$, even for a used 2005 model. How about a cheaper alternative Boomers? There are vans out there, like Dodge Grand Caravans, that sell for under $20,000 with under 100,000km. These vans have stowaway seats which feature 2nd and 3rd row seats that fold into the van floor, creating a big, flat back surface....perfect for camping! Now, some innovative, handy DIYers will create their own multi-use spaces in the vans, but others will just buy pre-made kits(see picture!). I researched a few of these companies, including Vanpackers out of Quebec, and they do special conversions kits for regular vans, cargo vans, SUVs, and special kitchen kits. And they look sharp and are very functional. Here are some of their features: Installation in 5 minutes without drilling....Excellent stability when moving for increased safety....Storage space and height optimized for comfort....Use as a twin bed, double bed or living room, depending on your preference....High density mattress with washable covers....Table with interior support (3 positions)....Large storage volumes and functional kitchen without manipulation....Clear rear view when driving and stationary. And the price? Just a few hundred dollars. A camping option Boomers at a good price; something to consider. Cheers!
Today is your day Boomer! And today is another day for wining......and I don't mean complaining. I mean drinking some pressed grapes and enjoying the health benefits. That's right, drinking alcohol is good for you. First, let's state the obvious....only in moderate amounts: two glasses per day for men and one for women. Research shows the following positive health effects: (1) reduces risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease (2) is an anti-flammatory(white wine is better for this) (3) decreases risk of high blood pressure and high cholesterol(red wine is a better choice) (4) good for mental health, may increase age longevity, may promote healthy gut bacteria. All of this sounds good and much of it boils down to the antioxidants which are higher in red wine. It seems reds--like Merlot, Cab Sav, and Shiraz--have been studied more.....which means more research is needed on whites. Boomers, maybe we could volunteer for a new study! Cheers!

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