About The Middletons
The Faces In The RV
Hi! We’re Alan and Morgan, a married couple in our late 30s (shhh! Alan is actually in his 40s) who swapped the suburban grind for a life of fifth-wheel travel, campfire dinners, and chasing mountain views.
Alan’s the driver, the muscle, and the guy who can fix just about anything… except a bad GPS pin. Morgan’s the planner, the digital nomad, and the one making sure we don’t accidentally end up in Ontario, Canada when we meant Ontario, California.
And don’t forget about our 100-pound co-pilot, Coco. She’s head of security (she might lick you to death or accidentally swat you with her tail) and professional sunbather.
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Blogging & Traveling The US in an RV
We met on Lake Lanier in the Summer of 2020
Alan leaned over and said, “I think you might be the one.” After growing up on the lake and knowing the typical crowd, Morgan laughed, said “I don’t date lake guys,” and walked away.
Well… apparently, Morgan marries lake guys instead!
From that moment a partnership formed; one built on road trips, campfires, and a shared love for the outdoors. After a lot of discussion and some nerves on Morgan’s part, we traded weekend escapes for a full‑time RV lifestyle. With our 100‑pound dog, Coco, we explore the US (and maybe Canada) in a 44‑foot fifth‑wheel that has became our home on the road.
Hiawassee – Summer 2024
From Weekenders to Full-Time Wanderers
One of our first trips together was a 5-day cross-country drive from LA to Atlanta. We visited the Grand Canyon, cruised Route 66, snapped photos at Cadillac Ranch, rode the tram at Sandia Peak in Albuquerque, and made a quick detour to Las Vegas… because why not?
Our last stop was Little Rock, Arkansas, where we pulled over on a Saturday just long enough to catch the Georgia game. (Morgan’s a die-hard Dawgs fan. Missing kickoff wasn’t an option.)
That trip showed us something important. We didn’t just like traveling. We thrived on it. The spontaneity, the long hours on the road, the mix of big stops and weird little detours. It all felt right.
From there, we started planning more trips. We experimented with different rigs, ran into the usual chaos like tire blowouts, transmission trouble while towing the side-by-sides, and plenty of campsite learning curves. But we kept coming back to the same idea: what if this wasn’t just something we did on weekends?
So we made a plan, downsized our life, and hit the road full-time with Coco as our co-pilot.
Why We Chose This Life
We didn’t want to just take vacations. We wanted a different kind of life.
Alan had a great career but only two weeks off each year. Between a ski trip out west, our family reunion at the beach, and a few long weekends off-roading, there wasn’t much time left. Visiting Grand Teton National Park in our RV? That kind of trip always felt out of reach.
At the same time, Morgan was burning out. She was running her own real estate appraisal business during the pandemic housing frenzy, working nonstop just to keep up. Most days started before sunrise and ended with more to-do lists than hours. Meals happened in the car or at her desk. Somewhere in the middle of it all, she realized she was helping other people close on their dream homes while putting her own life on hold.
That’s when we knew something had to change. Morgan returned to remote work by starting a new business as a Virtual Executive Assistant, helping entrepreneurs and executives find balance while creating it for herself too. And just like that, long trips weren’t off the table anymore.
Fast forward a bit and we spent 4 months parked just 5 miles outside of Grand Teton National Park. The trip we could never seem to take? It turned into a whole summer and a reminder of exactly why we chose this life.
Our RV Journey
We both had RV experience before we met, but the real adventure started once we hit the road together. Since then, we’ve worked our way through a few rigs. Each one taught us something new about what we needed, what we could live without, and what we definitely couldn’t. Spoiler: it’s a bathroom.
Here’s every RV we’ve called home as a couple (minus the 1 we only had for 2 weeks)… and what we learned from each one.
The Redneck Toyhauler
Setup: An old pop-up camper turned sideways and mounted on a longer trailer to make room for our side-by-side.
Why we bought it: It was cheap, simple, and great for weekend off-roading trips.
What we learned: Not having a bathroom was fine… until it wasn’t. After one rainy night where Morgan had to make a midnight dash in the pouring rain, we decided it was time to upgrade.
Bare-Bones Travel Trailer Toyhauler
Rig: 30′ mostly gutted bumper pull toyhauler
Why we bought it: We still wanted to haul the side-by-side but needed something more comfortable than a tent or the redneck special. This one was rough around the edges but had the basics.
What we learned: It got the job done, but it pushed the limits of our Ram 1500. We upgraded to an older diesel F-350… for a while, anyway.
Class C “Chateau”
Rig: 31′ Class C + rock crawler OR two side-by-sides
How we made it work: Alan drove the Class C and towed the side-by-side. Morgan drove the truck hauling the rock crawler. Eventually, the F-350 gave out and we swapped it for a Toyota Tundra. Alan sold the rock crawler, and for a while, we had his and hers side-by-sides.
What we learned: Just because something technically works doesn’t mean it works well. Managing multiple vehicles and toys was exhausting. It gave us great memories, but by the end of it, we knew we wanted a simpler setup and more of the comforts of home.
Our Home on the Road
Rig: 44′ Alliance Valor 42V13 Toyhauler
Why we chose it: When we decided to go full-time, Morgan said she wanted all the comforts of home. This fifth wheel had everything we were looking for and then some.
What we love:
A full kitchen with a residential fridge, oven, and microwave
A cozy living room with a large TV and fireplace
A front bathroom and a rear half bath
Morgan’s office space in the dinette
A garage that converts into a guest room with two queen bunks and a loft
A side patio with a doggy door… which sold us on the spot
Where we found it: We bought our Valor at the 2024 Tampa RV Supershow and took delivery in March.
What we’ve learned: You don’t need a massive rig to enjoy RV life, but if you’re going full-time and working from the road, it helps to have space that truly works for you.
What Full-Time RV Life Looks Like for Us
Morgan works full-time on the road as a digital nomad running this blog and her Virtual Executive Assistant business from wherever we’re parked. All she needs is a laptop, decent Wi-Fi (thank you Starlink!), and a little quiet… which is a lot easier said than done with a husband and a 100-pound dog in a fifth wheel… but we make it work.
Alan picks up jobs in the places we stay. While we were in Wyoming, he worked at a local campground. Not only did it cover our stay, it came with a paycheck too. Bonus! He’s also worked the Sugar Beet Harvest, one of the more unique seasonal gigs in the RV world. In between jobs, he handles rig maintenance, route planning, and Coco’s many daily walks.
We’re not retired or living off savings. This lifestyle works because we’ve found ways to earn, save, and stay flexible. It takes some juggling, but the payoff is waking up in places most people only get to visit for a weekend… if ever.
What You’ll Find on Our Blog
Middletons On The Move is where we share everything we’ve learned from starting as weekenders to becoming full-time RVers. You’ll find gear guides, campground reviews, trip tips, and real stories from life on the road. If you’re planning to travel full-time, thinking about short RV trips, or just want honest advice from people living it, you’re in the right place.