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Living in the camper meant constant maintenance—patching leaks, fixing appliances, and enduring the discomfort of drafty winters and stormy nights. Despite these hardships, the individual reflects on the experience as formative and memorable. They describe a noteworthy incident where they experienced a paralysis-like dream during a stormy night—a surreal moment emblematic of the isolation and intensity of tiny living.
Cooking was simple yet resourceful—using a propane stove, microwave, and two-burner cooktop to prepare meals like chili and beans. The close quarters fostered a sense of adventure and resilience, pushing them to make do with limited resources.