I'm a Wannabe that is working on making the decision and using a blog to help me stay on track with getting rid of "stuff" and getting the house up for sale.
I'm trying to make daily entries in-which I have started to mull over my feelings and at the same time listing items going to trash and flea market.
I'd appreciate any comments, encouragement and advice from others as I make this difficult transformation into my new life.
My blog is http://merika-merika.blogspot.com
Hope to hear from you.
Luvglass said
06:38 PM Mar 18, 2010
Why do you see the transition as"difficult" ?
Speedhitch said
07:01 PM Mar 18, 2010
Make it fun and exciting and share your thoughts on what you want and then see what everyone else thinks...no problem
Jim01 said
06:23 AM Mar 19, 2010
Merikay,
Both Fred and Joe are right. If you view this process as "difficult", it will be much harder than if you view it as part of your adventure towards full-timing.
When we were getting ready to full-time every step in the process was exciting and we looked forward to finishing that step and moving on to the next one. It didn't take long until all were behind us and we were on the road.
There will be some difficult times, but we found that they were minor compared to the good ones.
The mind is a funny thing, and I think how you approach the process has a lot to do with your success.
Just my opinion,
Jim
Ranger375 said
08:09 AM Mar 19, 2010
As you know we are aware of your challenges.
The words you have received here are very important to pay attention to.
When we were making our transition we had difficulties also -- the people you see on here are the ones that helped up keep the dream in focus.
It is this that makes this site so unique. These folks here know what they are talking about. They have seen it all -- live through many things -- and understand the ins and outs of this lifestyle.
They are great people and were priceless to us.
You are not alone in this.
Ken and Nanette
Merikay said
04:49 PM Mar 21, 2010
I see the transition as difficult because I see so much to do to get there. If it were up to me I would hire some help, rent a big dumpster, and DO it. But I am part of a couple and I have to stand by and abide by my husbands priorities and pace. He says it is his dream too, but he is no hurry.
heyduke said
06:55 PM Mar 21, 2010
you are going to have to exercise your best brand of patience....
Luvglass said
07:28 PM Mar 21, 2010
Or have a very direct, honest conversation with your husband. You count too!
Always remember, you only go through this life once, no do overs.
azrving said
08:40 PM Mar 21, 2010
Merikay wrote:
I see the transition as difficult because I see so much to do to get there. If it were up to me I would hire some help, rent a big dumpster, and DO it. But I am part of a couple and I have to stand by and abide by my husbands priorities and pace. He says it is his dream too, but he is no hurry.
I feel your pain! I was ready to hit the road in 2006 but my wife felt we should wait until the children were out of the house. Now we can't sell our home until the real estate market recovers. We lost 150,000 of our equity in 4 years! Fred is right, there are no do overs. I'm ready to take a loss on the house and start enjoying the RV life. Good Luck Merikay, I hope to see you on the road soon.
Both Fred and Joe are right. If you view this process as "difficult", it will be much harder than if you view it as part of your adventure towards full-timing.
When we were getting ready to full-time every step in the process was exciting and we looked forward to finishing that step and moving on to the next one. It didn't take long until all were behind us and we were on the road.
There will be some difficult times, but we found that they were minor compared to the good ones.
The mind is a funny thing, and I think how you approach the process has a lot to do with your success.
Just my opinion,
Jim
The words you have received here are very important to pay attention to.
When we were making our transition we had difficulties also -- the people you see on here are the ones that helped up keep the dream in focus.
It is this that makes this site so unique. These folks here know what they are talking about. They have seen it all -- live through many things -- and understand the ins and outs of this lifestyle.
They are great people and were priceless to us.
You are not alone in this.
Ken and Nanette
I feel your pain!
I was ready to hit the road in 2006 but my wife felt we should wait until the children were out of the house. Now we can't sell our home until the real estate market recovers. We lost 150,000 of our equity in 4 years! 
Fred is right, there are no do overs. I'm ready to take a loss on the house and start enjoying the RV life. Good Luck Merikay, I hope to see you on the road soon.