Wait, Say Whaaaat?
Five things this Solo Camper doesn’t like to be asked:
1. Are you alone? Whoop, whoop, alarms, bells, whistles, red flags, sirens…How is it that anyone could think this question is the appropriate FIRST thing to say to a stranger anywhere but especially in a remote location. I’ve had other women say this has happened to them as well, always by men. We are wondering, guys, do you walk up to other guys in remote locations and ask the same thing?
2.What are “YOU” doing here? WTF, ya think I’m doing here, same as you, camping (I respond in my head)!
3.Did you sleep good? First off I’m pretty sure the word you want is well not good. Secondly, “Good Morning” would be the socially correct thing to say to a stranger coming back from the outhouse. Just because we all pitched our tents on the same hill side doesn’t make us pals.
4.Your campfire looks like it’s going out shall I chop some wood for you (says the ax wielding man in my campsite)? Do I really look like a damsel in distress? Believe me when I say, I love you guys, all broad shoulders and strong arms, but I guarantee you if I need help I will ask, otherwise it’s just an insult. Besides I like my small fires.
5.Where are you heading next? Hmmm, why do you want to know strange man?
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