We are home.
I am grieving the end of our journey. Yes – I have learned a lot and feel grateful for these lessons, but I am deeply sad and disappointed to have turned around and not achieved the goal of seeing the Southwest.
Since landing, I have been doing precious little because resting is what’s called for after an experience like the one we had. Eventually, I will rise up, again, but not until these first waves of grief and reflection are complete.
In 2021, I “bravely” entered into the world of RVing much like I did when I became a motorcycle owner and rider. Back then, I did a bit of research, but mostly I just jumped at the chance to ride a bike. In fact, I taught myself in the streets of Manhattan while I was living in the West Village.
After some years of mostly safe riding, I laid the bike down, thankfully at a very slow speed. Beth was on the back and we both earned some road rash. That was the beginning of the end for me because I lost the thrill and the edge I used to have.
This old tale is coming to light today because I recognize that a part of me is still a thrill seeker, albeit with more wheels. But I am questioning: is RVing worth it?
Approximately 25% of motorcycle and RV owners sell their vehicles in the first two years. Some trade up, but most realize it’s too expensive or dangerous. I would add that many RVing couple learn that it takes a toll on a marriage to spend months together in a small, rolling home that often breaks down along the way.
Beth and I have a super strong marriage and we were tested!
The last repairman we met with said, “Don’t give up on the dream.” In his opinion, the high is worth the headache.
The options for us include: buying a lighter RV, buying a bigger truck, or buying an all-in-one (Class B or C) if we want to take long trips.
Alternatively, we could limit ourselves to local trips and keep the same setup we have. Lastly, we could sell everything (as I did with motorcycles) and move on.
I’m not sure and right now that’s okay.
