extrovert/introvert
Once we retire (2yrs) we plan to take the 5er and travel to every nation park and many historic points around the country. This morning she expressed concern about leaving all her friends for such a l...
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My DH will never enjoy travel as much as I do. He lives to work. He has many friends and business acquaintances, while I have a few handfuls of dear friends.
When DH mostly retired a few years ago, we decided to try snowbirding In late 2015. I have been dreaming of seeing America for years. Initially, DH didn't want to discuss something so far off. Then he was uncomfortable with the notion of taking off with the kids just starting college (um, 500 miles from home). Next was the whole conversation about how RV snowbirding really isn't a two-week, 4000 mile round trip to Florida. It's more like being gone for few months. Now, in the last few months he's taken two consulting jobs that will keep him home until spring. Message received: the man doesn't want to snowbird.
So, I'm headed south alone. In truth, I'm disappointed that I won't have someone to share my travels with. But, this is my opportunity to go, and it really means something to me. DH is not comfortable with me going it alone, and would like me to stay home. That's him being protective, I get it. But, dang, it would be nice if he could at least fake being excited for me and my little dream. I spent many years keeping house, raising kids, volunteering, and generally making it easier for him to pursue his dreams.
See you out on the road!
When DH mostly retired a few years ago, we decided to try snowbirding In late 2015. I have been dreaming of seeing America for years. Initially, DH didn't want to discuss something so far off. Then he was uncomfortable with the notion of taking off with the kids just starting college (um, 500 miles from home). Next was the whole conversation about how RV snowbirding really isn't a two-week, 4000 mile round trip to Florida. It's more like being gone for few months. Now, in the last few months he's taken two consulting jobs that will keep him home until spring. Message received: the man doesn't want to snowbird.
So, I'm headed south alone. In truth, I'm disappointed that I won't have someone to share my travels with. But, this is my opportunity to go, and it really means something to me. DH is not comfortable with me going it alone, and would like me to stay home. That's him being protective, I get it. But, dang, it would be nice if he could at least fake being excited for me and my little dream. I spent many years keeping house, raising kids, volunteering, and generally making it easier for him to pursue his dreams.
See you out on the road!
