Who Else Will Retire To Full-time In 2018?
I don't know if this will be a popular thread or a dumb idea, but here goes. I saw a post here recently (maybe two) where members said they plan to retire and begin full-time RV life in 2018. That's...
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I'll add a few things, take them or leave them. I've been full-time for over 10 years, though when I get tired of it I'll rent for a few months here and there, but am mostly on the road. I travel alone with my dogs.
Over a month ago, I was injured, both legs receiving deep cuts. I live in a 19' RV and love it. But after a few days of daily urgent care visits to treat the wounds, I realized I needed a place where I could keep them immaculately clean and recover. I was fortunate that I could go to my daughter's, but have often wondered what I would've done otherwise, as I have dogs to be cared for, and a rental can often take awhile to find (even w/o pets).
My wounds got infected, as they were clear to the bone, even on antibiotics (2 rounds), and it's taken now about 5 weeks to get to where the doc doesn't think I'll end up in the hospital. I now am dedicated to getting a small permanent home base I can retreat to when needed.
We never think anything bad will happen to us, but that can be delusional. I've known other full-timers who have gotten really ill and had bad things happen and who were all needing a home base for the duration. Be prepared, don't discount that you might need a retreat occasionally, even if just for psychological reasons (full-timing can get tiring). Be sure you have a plan and can implement it.
Over a month ago, I was injured, both legs receiving deep cuts. I live in a 19' RV and love it. But after a few days of daily urgent care visits to treat the wounds, I realized I needed a place where I could keep them immaculately clean and recover. I was fortunate that I could go to my daughter's, but have often wondered what I would've done otherwise, as I have dogs to be cared for, and a rental can often take awhile to find (even w/o pets).
My wounds got infected, as they were clear to the bone, even on antibiotics (2 rounds), and it's taken now about 5 weeks to get to where the doc doesn't think I'll end up in the hospital. I now am dedicated to getting a small permanent home base I can retreat to when needed.
We never think anything bad will happen to us, but that can be delusional. I've known other full-timers who have gotten really ill and had bad things happen and who were all needing a home base for the duration. Be prepared, don't discount that you might need a retreat occasionally, even if just for psychological reasons (full-timing can get tiring). Be sure you have a plan and can implement it.
