Hope – The Cranky Camper

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Road Trip Canada: A Trek Across Southern British Columbia

August 28, 2023November 10, 2025 thecrankycamper

This fourth post in our 2023 Summer Road Trip series is a journey through southern British Columbia, traversing the scenic province from Vancouver to the U.S. border crossing at Cristina Lake. The Cranky Camper also discovers what a closed border crossing looks like and reflects on lessons learned.

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Thanksgiving in All Seasons

November 25, 2021October 28, 2025 thecrankycamper

Thanksgiving 2021: Through life's joys and many trials, especially in the midst of a global pandemic, the Cranky Camper learns to give thanks in all seasons.

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Christmas Greetings 2020

December 25, 2020October 27, 2025 thecrankycamper

Even in a season of trial and loss, there can still be joy. We wish you a hopeful holiday season with comfort and joy.