Ralphie Rough Road

FULL TIME NOMADS

Living the Dream One Day at a Time

LIVING SIMPLY FREEDOM TO ROAM + EXPLORE

WE ARE SHANE + AMY

Otherwise known as Shamy to our family and friends. These days we are nomads living and working on the road in our Class – C RV, named Ralphie

ABOUT US

In February of 2021 we made a big decision and went all in. Time to do something completely different. We sold everything off – household and shop in six weeks! To read past blog posts about our story, click here.

On April 1, 2021 we picked up our 2010 Winnebago Access and started our adventures as full time RVers. Since then we haven’t looked back. Turns out the nomadic lifestyle suits us well.

Splitting our time between northern cooler climates in the summer and southern warmer climates in the winter – we are truly enjoying this life of exploring, living simply, and the adventures that come with it all.

We are not retired but instead refer to ourselves as “selectively employed”. Shane runs his own remote car tuning business and I am the full time cook, accountant, and travel coordinator. On the side I am a yoga teacher guiding individuals who value holistic care.

Our lifestyle is a simple one, allowing us time to enjoy the freedom this nomadic lifestyle affords us.

Recent Blog Posts

  • Up North Summer Adventures: On the Shores of Lake Superior

    Up North Summer Adventures: On the Shores of Lake Superior

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    Amy

    What a summer we had! Filled with fond memories of a magical time spent in a place that will always have a piece of my heart. From camping with the kids, grandson, and grand puppies to exploring old favorites and adding in some new places to explore. I am full…

  • New Ralphie Rough Road Site

    New Ralphie Rough Road Site

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    Amy

    Current Status – Where is Shamy? Currently we are parked at Shane’s parent’s house in southern Michigan. The weather has been warmer than we like and the UP is calling. We are leaving here in 4 days and making the trek to our favorite summer time place, the Upper Peninsula…

  • Arkansas: The Natural State (aptly named)

    Arkansas: The Natural State (aptly named)

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    Amy Pantone

    The spring time represents renewal and rebirth which is evident all around us in nature. A wonderful time of year and one we spent part of in one of our favorite states. Current Status – Where is Shamy? But first up where in the world are we these days. Well…

“A good traveler has no fixed plan, and is not intent on arriving.”

Lao-Tzu, The Way of Life

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