RV Living| Cozy + Cooking Meeting New Friends

Added: 2026-05-28

[00:00:01]If you seen our last video, we stayed at the Pelican Roost RV park in Mayport, Florida. We weren't ready to go home just yet, so we extended our stay. We were having so much fun exploring in our own hometown. Who knew there was an actual park underneath this bridge?

[00:00:15]>> I've never been under a bridge, never.

[00:00:19]>> Otis is wondering, "What am I doing and where am I going?" We hope you can stick around for more.

[00:00:25]But first, I'd like to thank today's sponsor for this video. This video is sponsored by Blue Technology, and it's been wonderful to have. Blu-Teek sent us their 25 ft hose and their 5-ft hose, plus replacement filters, and we are sharing both of how to connect your hose and how to replace your filters. Can we give the packaging a round of applause?

[00:00:45]This is their 5ft hose, and they also sent us their 25 ft hose. They're lightweight and coil up super small for easy storage. On to the filters, in case you're new here. And for reference, we have the Blu-Tech three-stage water system. It uses three specialized filters to provide safe high- flow water for RVs. Longevity filter is more specialized from keeping it from getting clogged too quickly, and it extends the life of the entire system. Offgrid removes 99.99% of contaminants. Tasty Filter eliminates chlorine, sulfur, and unpleasant odors, and it improves the taste of your water.

[00:01:20]Use the filter key to loosen the canister by inserting the filter key into one of the four holes on the ring at the top of the canister. Then turn counterclockwise until it comes off the threading completely. Blu-ite recommends that you wash your hands prior to the filter changes and wipe it out with a clean cloth.

[00:01:36]>> This filter here is still clean and still looks in good shape. We don't need to change it out right now.

[00:01:42]>> And the way you took it off is the way you put it back on. Just do everything in reverse. You all know how I love to stay organized. And it's been so nice having the Blue Technology soft carrying case that allows for inbag usage. It has quick access zippers for hoses and storage pockets to keep Otis' accessories organized.

[00:02:02]First, shut off your water source. That will release the pressure inside the system. And don't forget your pressure regulator. Otis is connecting the 5ft hose to our rig using Blu-Te quick connect. This has been such a game changer for a quick setup and tear down.

[00:02:32]Now we're checking to see if there's any water leaks. Other than that, we should be good to go.

[00:02:40]I don't see no leaks. We should be rocking and rolling.

[00:02:44]There's no leak. We should be good to go now.

[00:02:48]And you know what kind of bird that is?

[00:02:49]Enlighten me.

[00:02:51]>> It looks like a cat bird.

[00:02:55]>> Cat bird. You guys told you.

[00:03:00]>> Cat bird.

[00:03:04]You really are the bird whisperer, aren't you?

[00:03:09]Why do you love birds so much? When I was a young boy, I had to go to the library and pick up the encyclopedia that start with B and I just go and just look at birds.

[00:03:20]>> Lord, >> that's cute, babe.

[00:03:27]>> Since my wife always filming me, I think I'mma film her today looking like a nice snack. Look at her.

[00:03:36]Mhm.

[00:03:39]Nice snack.

[00:03:41]You >> filming me?

[00:03:42]>> I'm filming you because you always film me. So guess what? Gotcha. Look like a green snack. Y >> he kind of got me on that one, you guys.

[00:03:56]Anyway, we're heading out to get some panzit in Jacksonville and we may go out to dinner tonight and then we're going to go to um a bridge under the Dames Point bridge in Jacksonville.

[00:04:12]So, come on, baby. You turn the water off.

[00:04:16]>> Yeah.

[00:04:16]>> Did you lock the door?

[00:04:17]>> Yeah.

[00:04:19]>> Let's ride.

[00:04:23]We've been having so much fun trying new restaurants and exploring. And on one of our adventures, we came across something that we never knew existed in our hometown. This is the Dames Point Bridge. And there's a park snuggled tightly underneath this very bridge.

[00:04:38]Yep, a whole park. Dames Point Park in Jacksonville, Florida.

[00:04:45]Wow, look at that. It looks amazing from up here. We're always on top of this bridge, but we're never like below.

[00:04:54]It is amazing, isn't it?

[00:04:57]Wow.

[00:04:59]This bridge is huge and it's beautiful at night. Hopefully, we can get you guys a It's saying turn left, babe.

[00:05:07]Navigation.

[00:05:09]A night view of the lights cuz it's gorgeous. But here's the park. My my my look at it. made it here to the Dings Point Bridge. And it wasn't the easiest bridge to get to, but it's impressive.

[00:05:25]Let me show you.

[00:05:27]>> You want to walk and see this memorial over here?

[00:05:29]>> Yeah.

[00:05:31]>> Okay.

[00:05:32]>> New one guy.

[00:05:35]>> You did?

[00:05:35]>> Yeah.

[00:05:37]>> Oh, wow.

[00:05:44]Wow.

[00:05:49]Besides the unique waterfront, there's a beautiful memorial that's dedicated to 33 crew members of the El Farrell ship that was lost at sea in 2015.

[00:06:00]Otis knew one of them >> man over there look like he got something.

[00:06:14]What does he got? What's he got?

[00:06:17]Let's see.

[00:06:21]Oh.

[00:06:23]Oh, he got something.

[00:06:26]Oh, yeah.

[00:06:28]Oh, yeah.

[00:06:33]Yeah, he got something. Dames Point Park is special because it gives you one of the most unique waterfront experiences in Jacksonville. is a combination of engineering, history, riverviews, fishing, and local memorials all in one place.

[00:06:57]But here's what makes it stand out, the massive bridge views. The park sits directly beneath the iconic Deans Point Bridge, one of the largest cable state bridges in the United States. The bridge towers about 471 ft high and stretches dramatically across the St. John's River, making the park one of the best spots in Jacksonville for photography and skyline views. We're going to take a walk, maybe a drive underneath this bridge. I just want to see what it's like.

[00:07:28]There's an actual house under the bridge. How cool is that? I can truly see why Dames Point Park feels special to so many people because it's tucked away and peaceful. You can watch huge cargo ships, tugboats, dolphins, and the river traffic moving through St. John's River near the port. Many locals love it because it feels quiet and almost a secret. This has definitely been a hidden gym that we'll be back to again.

[00:07:54]>> Do you think this would be a place you want to go fishing at?

[00:07:56]>> Yep.

[00:07:57]>> You would never come home.

[00:08:00]I'm sorry.

[00:08:02]>> At least we'll have dinner.

[00:08:04]>> That's right.

[00:08:07]>> Don't let Otis fool y'all. He likes to shop more than me. Ain't that right, babe?

[00:08:11]>> Oh, no.

[00:08:13]>> That's right.

[00:08:15]>> Our morning routine is so opposite from being at home. I'm embracing and balancing the act of slowing down, being cozy yet efficient, and brewing some campsite coffee.

[00:08:52]The neighbors are cleaning their RV. We had cleaned our RV before we left the house. He was filthy, filthy, filthy.

[00:09:00]Today is such a beautiful day. I want to put the awning out to protect me from the sun, but wind just kind of comes out of nowhere cuz we're on the water. So, I don't want nothing to happen to our our awning because also fortune to get fixed. So anyway, I want to share with you guys this little fan. It's a little tent fan that has a tripod, so you can put it like anywhere.

[00:09:32]So, want to see if it will work. I got a little project that I'm working on that I'm going to share with you guys very soon. Very soon.

[00:09:52]My workday was short and maybe it was because I had zero distractions. The past few nights, Otis and I were eating out and there was major rain on the way.

[00:10:02]I don't know. I'm a total homebody and there's something about the rain that just makes me want to just stay in and cook. So, I'm making dinner for us.

[00:10:28]Heat. Heat.

[00:10:36]Hey, hey, hey.

[00:11:16]Otis woke up from his well-needed nap.

[00:11:18]And after dinner, we went outside to hang out with our new friends.

[00:11:22]>> You like that?

[00:11:23]>> Oh, yeah.

[00:11:24]>> No.

[00:11:24]>> Oh, yeah. Bob, I want one.

[00:11:27]And you look mighty cool on it, too.

[00:11:29]>> It's pretty nice.

[00:11:31]>> Yeah. And I didn't have to worry about falling off.

[00:11:34]>> But how do you like it?

[00:11:36]>> I like it.

[00:11:36]>> You like it?

[00:11:37]>> I really do.

[00:11:38]>> Do you?

[00:11:38]>> Very nice.

[00:11:39]>> Oh, thank you so much.

[00:11:41]>> You're welcome.

[00:11:42]>> Now we know.

[00:11:42]>> Now you know.

[00:11:43]>> Now you And now you're not afraid. Can I try?

[00:11:48]>> Go ahead.

[00:11:48]>> Very sturdy.

[00:11:50]>> Give it a whirl.

[00:11:50]>> Going to carry these when we start.

[00:11:52]That's right. Engine throttle.

[00:11:54]>> Yes. No, just go ahead.

[00:11:56]>> Get your brakes.

[00:11:57]>> Yep.

[00:11:58]>> How do you like it?

[00:12:00]>> On the way.

[00:12:01]>> Okay.

[00:12:01]>> Oh, he's all right.

[00:12:02]>> We probably need to >> hit your brake to get used to it.

[00:12:07]>> Oh, it's got lights on the back.

[00:12:09]>> Yeah.

[00:12:09]>> This is what I love about camping.

[00:12:11]Meeting good people.

[00:12:17]It's morning. I have a lot of running to do today. It is about 8:30ish and I have some laundry to do. The laundry mat is right across the street, like right behind us and it's so convenient and I love going to do the laundry for some reason. Anyway, I'm going to ride my bike because um it's heavy. Have like, you know, my laundry plus the bottles. Meal prepped our dinner for tonight early.

[00:12:50]And there's some onion skins in there and it's hot and I want to come back to my RV smelling like onions. So that's what I have planned. Oh, and then I have to go and find Otis some work shoes. Yeah, he never has time or he doesn't when he's off cuz he's always busy when he's off.

[00:13:12]He never wants to take the time to go do that. And I think I think that he just doesn't like to look at the price of the shoes.

[00:13:21]Any of y'all husbands like that? Like the same with grocery shopping. He just he just can't stand it. He'll be like, "Okay, get whatever." But he doesn't he doesn't like to see the the outcome of the price.

[00:13:34]So anyway, I'm going to be heading out.

[00:13:37]I'm take you guys along with me. Come on. Oh, don't say nothing about like, you know, my overalls and of course my Chanel earrings.

[00:13:47]Got to keep it glam.

[00:14:35]See you later. Bye.

[00:14:48]This is my favorite time of the morning.

[00:14:50]On this day, the air was so fresh and so cool and so peaceful. But before heading out, I had to check on my neighbor.

[00:14:59]Good morning.

[00:15:06]How are you?

[00:15:09]>> Hey.

[00:15:11]>> Hi, Joey.

[00:15:12]>> This was bittersweet. I think on this day or the next morning they were about to leave and I truly missed them. When they left, it wasn't the same. The campground was not the same.

[00:15:24]>> Loves his coffee.

[00:15:25]>> Joey is drinking his morning coffee. I ain't never seen a dog drink coffee.

[00:15:30]>> Yeah. And then he licks the sides.

[00:15:33]He's a mess.

[00:15:33]>> You got him spoiled. Rotten >> bomb. Tell him to >> go Joey. Go.

[00:15:40]>> He is up there.

[00:15:51]Wish I could do that.

[00:15:54]This is the last pair I bought him.

[00:15:57]He said they weren't comfortable.

[00:16:02]See what else we can find.

[00:16:07]Those are cute.

[00:16:12]Let me get him those. I like these.

[00:16:16]He has to have steel toe.

[00:16:18]They're Timberlands.

[00:16:22]See if they have his size.

[00:16:28]and be off.

[00:16:43]I just want to take a moment to tell each and every one of you that Otis and I appreciate all the love you guys have shown us these past few years. We find solace in our future. And I'm hopeful we can continue this journey that we both worked really hard for. Although we are part-time RVers for now because we both still work, but in our free time, we love exploring and trying new things and meeting new people and definitely going to new places while living the outdoor life with indoor ease.