Truly retiring?s

I don't have those thoughts now. But, being a realistic person, I realize that there will come a time...

When you lose your interest and motivation to go RVing, maybe it's time to give it up and move on.
There's nothing wrong with sitting on the porch watching the world go by, just so you're happy. :)

My folks made this decision this past Fall. Dad is 89 and Mom is 76. For the last year, Dad wouldn't go unless I was there to help them, then he decided he wasn't going again. Two emergency room trips and hospitalizations while in the MH had him pretty adamant about it. Mom would likely be able to go without Dad, but going with him is sometimes like going with a toddler. He is unstable walking, quite forgetful and easily distracted. Makes it really difficult for Mom alone.

I guess if where you don't feel comfortable going, then you should stay home (I don't mean that to be ugly in anyway). Just last week, I had reservations at St Park about an hour away and decided to stay home, because I had quite a lot of sinus congestion and didn't feel comfortable making the drive and then trying to set up. If you aren't going to use the Winne, you probably would be better off selling. They don't sit well without being used.

Spring is only 10 weeks away, hang in there as winter will be over.

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At 73 I'm as good once in while as I ever was. I've always been able to keep my body weight in the normal range,.... and the rest is pure ole-fashion LUCK.
However, it recently hit me, that I'm just not as motivated as when I was younger.
Also, it takes a lot of energy and dedication to plan for your own demise. But, I really need to start doing it. The thing is, I don't even like to think about it.
So, my plan is to go stay at the new Crane's Mill RV Park for about 4 days, take the boat and do some fishing. (I can stay there for $12 a day, with 50 amp hookup)

Sell the RV since it ran it's course, then go out and buy yourself aCoke

I'm approaching that point myself. I'm 67 and been thru all the states except Washington, Oregon and Hawaii. I hate flying which is kinda funny since I used to have a private license, but commercial flights are uncomfortable as they keep adding more seats to the same space, and considering that you have to be at the airport a couple of hours before scheduled departure and three hours before actual departure, and then wait for your bags on arrival, you can drive 300-400 miles in the same amount of time and be more comfortable. And when you get where you're going, you're staying in a hotel/motel room of questionable cleanliness and eating in restaurants.
I'm seriously thinking of driving the pickup and staying at Homewood Suites or Embassy Suites for what little time I intend to travel. Maybe I'll try that on a trip to Colonial Williamsburg.
But at my age, it sure is nice to have a bathroom along. :)

OK. I just went out to the Embassy Suites hotel site where I used to stay pre-RV. Now I remember why I bought the RV. And the prices! I didn't want to buy the place - just rent a room. Looks like my next visit will be at American Heritage.

gonleylonley wrote:
I am 73 years of age and health is failing. i have high bp-cholesterol-triglicerides-Type 2 diabetes and not to motivated. I AM CONSIDERING SELLING THE winnebago and tow dolly and sitting on my porch.Anybody with the same thoughts? Thanx GL

This may sound harsh but 73 is not old and your medical problems can be held under control. Many folks have the same problems - and more. As full-timers we have met many such people. They, and we, too, have gone through cancer, dialysis, heart attacks, surgeries of all kinds, etc., and continue to be traveling full-timers and enjoying life. Recently we have met a very inspirational gentleman who lost his two legs. He still drives his RV and sets it up by himself.

Don't give up RVing just to sit on the porch. You're going to feel worse than you do now. The problems you listed can be helped by exercise. RVing gives you the opportunity to do just that in beautiful surroundings. Perhaps even consider becoming a campground host in a state park where you would have light duties and be able to meet and help fellow campers. It really is fun. We do that.

Get a "purpose". Have you tried volunteering in your home town? Many agencies really need you. Delivering Meals on Wheels? By doing that you could really see how fortunate you are. Do you enjoy children? Schools need "grandpas" to help the little ones with reading or just to read them a story. Do you have a hobby to share with people?

There are just so many opportunities out there to share your knowledge and help. Please don't just sit on the porch!! Good luck to you.

I'm only 65 so not where you are yet. But I have given up riding my motorcycle. My health is excellent (always has been) so we are not considering giving up our TT just yet.

I just turned 65 last November. When I hit 40 I had to begin taking meds for high blood pressure (runs in the family). Until about 10 years ago I had to change meds about every 6-12 months to find something that would work. About 12 years ago I discovered I had Type 2 diabetes. I am on oral meds, not insulin. Then about 5 years ago, I started taking meds for high cholesterol. I think your problem might be the diabetes since it has a tendency to make you tired out all the time. In spite of all this I still enjoy RVing and I hope you will give it another try. The last thing you need to do is sit in the rocker-you will probably be dead in 6 months. I have seen this happen on more than one occasion.