We made the decision to live a fulltime RV lifestyle about 3 years ago, before Stephanie and I ever had a firm retirement date in mind. We have spent the last 3 years learning all we could about RV's and the life of RVing so that when the time came we would be ready to make the 'right' decisions. We studied all we could concerning types of RV's, length, Gas or Diesel, 5th wheel or Class A and on and on. When we finally decided to retire it was a whirlwind of decisions which we made and it felt like we had never even thought about it all.
Long story short, we decided to purchase a 5th wheel trailer and a dually diesel pickup. Not necessarily the best choice but the best choice for us. So, our decision made, we started searching for the 'right' trailer and truck. We believe through lots of prayer and persistence we found a 2012 Chevrolet 3500 Dually with the Duramax diesel engine and only 9900 miles at a great price. Our initial feeling was we did not want our truck to be the limiting factor in our choice of a 5th wheel trailer, instead we hoped good sense would limit us to a proper size and weight trailer, so much for good sense. After looking for a trailer for nearly 3 weeks we decided to make the trip to Kay's RV in Moriarity, NM, sort of out the way but we had hope. We found our 2007 Excel 37 ft. 5th wheel there and we really fell in love with Kay and her family. It only took a few minutes for us to make up our mind and make the purchase. I could go on and on here about Kay's RV and all the freebies but suffice it to say, we were setup and ready to roll when Kay was done with us.
Our 'Rig' in Las Cruces, NM
Next came the task of preparing our home for renting. We needed backyard landscaping, painting, new carpet and a really good Property Management company to get it rented. We hired our nephew Mark to do the landscaping and he did a wonderful job.
Almost pretty enough to make us stay, NOT!
New carpet and paint and we turned over the keyes to Angela of 'For Rent in Las Cruces' Property Management on 16 Oct. 2013. Finally!
One last step to begin our new lives. We wanted to have a 'open house' before we left. So, Stephanie sent texts, emails and a number of phone calls to invite our family and friends over to Shady Acres RV park for our send off. We ordered the food from Andele's restaurant and spent the afternoon getting ready. All of our family and friends started arriving around 4:00pm and we all had a great time visiting and letting everyone tour the trailer. We will surely miss you all but we will be back sometime around May of next year for more Doctor, Dentists, Family, Friends and Mexican Food. Thanks to all for the Prayers and good wishes.
Hey, this is great! Exactly what I was hoping for. I am so excited for you both that you are starting your big adventure. Loved the giant rocking chair! Jeanie
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