Is RV life for you? retirement at 62,

living in my RV after divorce and retiring at age 62 #rvlife #rvlife #rvlifestyle #divorce #travel

[@patriciabandeko3842]

At 60yrs old my then hubby dumped me for a much younger woman and had managed to keep almost everything. So alone and almost broke, I decided to make a plan. I'm an OTR truck driver so I lived in my semi and saved up enough to pay cash for an older 23ft motorhome. I've hung on to my old 2002 car so no car payments. Now I have a home and freedom. I can do what I want when I want, just me and my dog and life is good. Gotta make the best of what ya got. I retire in 6mos and then it's time for adventure, yay! 😀

[@HomelessWhiteMaleStartingOvera]

When a man gets divorced, he reflects on what happened and what his part was in this. When a woman gets divorced she never and I mean NEVER takes any responsibility whatsoever for her part. You Patricia, are a great example of this.

[@patriciabandeko3842]

@@HomelessWhiteMaleStartingOvera I take it you're not very happy. I'm sure I wasn't perfect, none of us are, but I was faithful, loyal and hard working. I'm so sorry that someone wounded you so deeply. I sincerely hope your heart heals and your life improves. Best wishes to you.

[@jeffcole1914]

At 62 just chill and do your best and avoid any distractions or commitments until you’re in love with you. I love the fact that you understand it’s not her it’s both of your responsibility relationships end. The children come first hopefully you don’t have a partner that wants you to pay for everything. The child’s expenses are for both to pay not just dad….❤

[@HomelessWhiteMaleStartingOvera]

@@patriciabandeko3842 Shifting this to make it about me ? Let us see you take responsibility for your part of your failed union. Still waiting here, still waiting...

[@HomelessWhiteMaleStartingOvera]

@@jeffcole1914 You are what is referred to as the 'white knight', always coming to the rescue of the hoes. Pathetic.

[@BBQROCKSTAR178]

The American Dream is dead. Everyone downsizing to “have more freedom;independence”. We shouldn’t have to downsize to be “happy”. I’m single, 55 and unfortunately unable to work anymore because of a broken back I sustained in the late 80’s serving in the USMC. As a result, I live one disability from VA and SSDI. I rent a 3/2/2 in Ft. Worth ($2200/month). My outlay at the moment is $3k month. The only reason I’m able to afford this lifestyle is because I have no debt. I drive a 2001 Toyota tundra with over 280,000 miles on it. Haven’t had a car payment in 20 years. I live within my means and I am happy. But I would do anything to have my good health back.

[@lmErnest]

Thanks everyone for all the support. This video is my most popular video. ❤

[@donnalaplante6589]

Arnest all kidding aside good luck on your journey and thank you for your service to our country ❤

[@mildredmorine745]

I think perhaps the reason being there are so many out there who can relate to you. We have found what we had lost ourself we are happy on our own.

[@yettabonez5777]

Ernest I wish you nothing but great success and happiness in anything that you choose to do with the rest of your life! Divorce is never the end, just a new lease on life......💜💜 As for the apartment prices nowadays?? Excruciatingly high in most areas in our country and the nomadic lifestyle truly appeals to me too and I'm just hoping ONE DAY 💞💞 THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE & PROTECTION 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@streetrider2487]

chin up dude, from singapore👍

[@WalkingInPeaceNAbundance]

I'm in San Antonio also and can relate to your story and experiences! Thanks for sharing your story!!

[@Mike-01234]

Friend did the same thing divorced bought an RV found a GF while he was traveling she also was divorced neither want to marry again. He has groups he belongs to meets up different parts of the country. Having those friends all over the country really helps.

[@marymedal8665]

Just subscribed. I turn 62 in a month and have appied for my ss to start then. I was widowed when I was 53. Been lost a bit after my husband passed although I was always the breadwinner. Finally waking up to doing me.

[@michaelspring3915]

Just was aproved for SS.

[@leoblumhagen644]

Check and see if you can draw on your husbands SS it may be higher than yours now, that way you can wait until later to draw yours which will increase every month you don’t draw it

[@rosiethornton7932]

Yes, check on widow benefits .

[@pamplant3610]

Just remember, if you take SS early and not your full retirement age, you will get less money per month. I made that mistake and figured I'm losing about $400 a month. I'm 78 now and receive a little over $900 a month. COLA isn't much each year, if any at all.

[@michaelspring3915]

@@pamplant3610 Well the way I look at it is I could be dead before full retirement age and my estate gets zero. As you get older you see friends / family pass and so I decided to take my ss now and not wait.

[@melsattitude8668]

Ernest, this is my first time watching. I appreciate your honesty and candor. I believe if you keep pushing forward and love yourself youll enjoy this time in your life. Im 61, in Texas and have come to love the simple life. Hugs 😊

[@eulieabejar8473]

Thank you for sharing your story. Hang in there! Keep up the faith! May God bless you and strengthen you everyday.

[@reynavarro69]

This video just came up on my feed and decided to watch.Much respect to you for sharing your story,I think it's a nice set up,wish you all the best brother 🙏

[@gambledog]

I am watching and learning. I went through the "D" about 14 years ago. I borrowed to buy a smaller house so my kids could have a place to lay their heads down when they visited me . Before doing the house I lived in a borrowed 5th wheel while doing the court battle on all that goes on during divorce. Now I am thinking of retirement 4 to 5 years and might go back to RV life style. Good Luck with every thing and stay strong.

[@MonaLangan]

I’m 63 and live in Oklahoma. I own my home that’s paid for. I have given it a lot of thought and decided I really want to live like you have. I love to drive long distance and I love seeing new places. And figured even if I don’t do it full time, it would still be fun to do.

[@danielgreen7159]

I've been in what they call a living quarters (lq) horse trailer, which is the horse equivalent of a toy hauler for 15 years since my wife passed. I'm retired now and only stay at a rv park part of the year . I have solar power and I boondock most of the year in national forest and pay no rent. As these rv parks raise their rates I boondock more and more.just out of the principal of it. I enjoy the life style and especially being able to follow the weather.

[@danielgreen7159]

Oh yeah, I have a horse and a motorcycle and am rarely bored.

[@justwannasay5454]

I have been at a nice RV park in CA for 8 months. I don't like paying either. May head to Quartzsite IDK. Don't like the rules and drama of the park but I am on a beautiful creek so there is that.

[@CheeseLayong]

Nice trailer. Keep your head up. I'm rooting for you. Sounds like retirement is gonna treat you well.

[@crazgirl80]

Kudos for keeping a good attitude. I follow Kevin also and he decided at 12 years old that how he wanted to do his older years and it worked out. You have things worked out well and should pat yourself on the back , We are not promised not one second of tomorrows. Regardless of how much you have or bust your butt. All we can do is treat people how you want to be treated. Cutting grass and maintenance eats away at your time, You are in a fabulous position to be in going into your retirement. Happiness does not have a price tag. Peace is a gift . Enjoy whatever comes your way.

[@lmErnest]

Well said thank you 😊

[@skyangelthefan]

You are not alone! I am 53 yo just going through a divorce after a 24 yr relationship 16 years married…I am elated to be getting my house sold, so I can live in an RV. I am a FA ✈️ and a Nurse and I have always disliked being held down to land. I am researching nice RV parks to stay at $700 is a lot way less than what I am paying for mortgage, taxes, high utility bills, high insurance, big maintenance repair for a house…I am done. Wishing you much happiness, peace and kindness into your life.

[@aqutron]

Morning Mr E. Im so glad I came across your channel last night. I'm kinda in the same boat and looking to do the RV life. You've given a lot of food for thought.

[@ChollaJJ]

Good decisions Ernest ! Good luck and good times to you, in retirement ! Money is not everything….peace of mind is the thing. Thanks. 🤠👍

[@bethjohnson5876]

Thank you for posting, 61 years young. This is my dream

[@kilnmaster]

I retired at 54, moved abroad and next week im 63. Its great. Just starrted s.s. last year. I never planned on it so i invested on my own, life is great in southeast Asia.

[@donnaevans7]

Most don’t have money to do that. Nothing wrong with place he lives in and the park is nice.

[@jortiz9758]

i just stumbled upon your video. I have to say this is the most honest real life straight up shit Ive seen in a long time. Its real life....and you are doing well. I wish you the best!

[@kathleengould6223]

My 37 yr old just did the same thing after his divorce. I am going to send him your channel

[@noraflores9777]

You are doing fine. Continue being happy. Lived in San Antonio around medical center and taught with Northside ISD. Keep on what you enjoy. 😊

[@cdub1210]

Great content 👍🏽 I chuckled, 🤭 at your “might want to spend time with the children 😅 I can relate with all of them. I love your 5th wheel! I didn’t know they had toy hauling space inside 😮 I golf ⛳️ so if the stars align for me, I want something very similar. Thanks for sharing!

[@12vLife]

Regarding the "I just sleep here".. Thats how I feel. In Florida I've been testing a different kind of van life. At home, in my big ole house, I'm always outside (in the shade) under a covered workshop with box fan and my tools. I don't mind hot and humid or occasional rain and bugs - just keep me away from the cold and snow. So.. I converted a small cargo van into a microcamper sleeper. I can't stand up, but somehow it's not a problem for sleeping, resting, watching TV or surfing the web. If I need to stand up and walk around, I go outside. It's amazing on gas and parks anywhere and looks like just a small cargo van. I've slept in it over 250 times and its stealthy as hell. It has solar, alternator charging and a giant lithium battery now, enough power for refridgeration, air conditioning, tv, ventilation, charging appliance and cooking (microwave, rice cooker and airfryer). I recently bought cheap land in Florida where I hide, store stuff and have testing living on land without an enclosed dwelling or running water. Nobody knows I'm there as I'm hidden deep inside under the trees. Sounds rough I know, but oddly it has not been it all. It's not some remote land either, I am a 5 minute drive from Super Walmart, Home depot, a hospital and great retail. No rent, No HOA, No Taxes and No utilities adds up real fast. The hardest thing is loneliness and filling the day TBH.

[@Panthersigma]

I’m in a very similar situation in Texas

[@Jay-ud6jv]

Great video. I'm going through the same thing. Massachusetts is outrageously expensive and the family court system is incredibly corrupt.

[@sanjuanlaunionvlog]

move to the Philippines. I live on about 2000 usd a month. And i live like a king with my GF. Dating is great here. speak english.. and good cheap medical and dental. If you are Military.. work on your VA benefits! Cheers! Mark

[@donnaevans7]

I’m tired of people saying move to a foreign country. Not everyone can do that. He is doing fine doing what he’s doing and the park is nice. People suggesting to him to move to a foreign country are essentially insinuating there’s something wrong with the way hes living when there isn’t.

[@jackfenton2271]

No wife= freedom & life.

[@sunnyskye213]

NO Husband....😂 EMBRASSING FREEDOM; DO INTEND TO ADOPT A DOG, SOMEDAY for I have never had one...😢 .y own 'PROTECTOR & BF'; VERY EXCITED....

[@staroceans8677]

Agreed...no wife, or hubby, HAPPY INDEPENDENCE!!

[@tinaanderson9186]

@@sunnyskye213- Try a Labradoodle: Poodle/Labrador!! Non-allergenic, easygoing, laid-back, popular mix. The best of both breeds!! There are good, smaller breed combinations, too, if that’s what you prefer. I’ve had white German shepherds and a Golden Retriever, both full-blooded and females. I would love to have either breed, but hubby isn’t an “animal person”!! He’s an antique car enthusiast!! Car shows are “his thing”!! 😢🤷‍♀️

[@gerdhenschel7500]

No wife good life! 👍

[@sunnyskye213]

THANK U, I SHALL.....​@@tinaanderson9186

[@raymondescobar1702]

I'm 62 retired. The most I pay monthly is 600. MY spot, with ELECT, free WiFi, free direct tv. Club house withshowers. Laundry room. I love it.

[@Norita72cox]

Which state do you live in?

[@raymondescobar1702]

@@Norita72cox I live in a very small town of Blessing, TX. 8 miles from palacios tx and the Gulf. Great fishing over here. Our park is an older park with lots of trees. Quiet and peaceful. When its cool we even sleep with our doors and windows open at night. No crime whatsoever.

[@Norita72cox]

@@raymondescobar1702 woah sounds nice, I am in California

[@PAPATexas]

I have camped 4 times with Eric (Nomadic Fanatic) I will never live in an apartment again. Good luck going forward Ernest. Most my "Living in an RV" friends travel.

[@debrabrock4820]

Your living my kind of life. I been think about getting a van and living in it. Something different . God Bless You On Your Journey.

[@jasonrose1758]

Do it...ive been living in a van for the past year and love it.

[@Chuck-qi8pw]

Bro, if you have your health , you have a good start to rebuild your life. I can’t imagine having to go through what you have gone through. However, sounds like you are on an excellent rebound for your life. I enjoyed your video. You have a good attitude which is an encouragement for others that may have started over. Gosh, your home is fantastic, it’s perfect. Actually, I’m sure you are an inspiration for many people. Gosh, you even have a pool. I live in California, San Francisco Bay Area. This type of living is really needed where I live. However, land value is so expensive, it’s difficult for developers to set up something like this.

[@rubinrowles9634]

Long as you're comfortable, enjoy yourself. You'll get around to fixing or upgrading some things to your rig-home in due time. Be blessed, my brother!

[@a.life.reimagined]

Envious of your life style. Ive retired early also at 62. Its tough, very tough. Im in AZ in a park. Its nice.

[@kenyonbissett3512]

I divorced my ex at age 45. Though entitled to more, I ensured everything was split down the middle. I actually took less but was so happy to be out after 3 restraining orders, it was worth it. I was entitled by our state laws to 100 due to his behavior. I was so happy he got a girlfriend during the divorce as that time is extremely risky when divorcing an abusive person. We had joint custody after the 2 restraining order ended. Our son was 16 and the ex had sobered up. Unfortunately, I developed cancer 6 yrs later and was disabled by an undiagnosed congenital heart condition at age 61 that normally shows itself in the 20s. I won’t get to do everything I hoped to do but I’m okay with that. I have had opportunities over the years to date but once burned twice shy. I have my family and that’s enough. In fact, I found out 2 years ago, that I have an older brother by 1 yr. Best news ever, he is a great person. He retires again in 6mo.

[@telliehack2590]

I so appreciate the honesty. Good video and God bless

[@lmErnest]

Thanks

[@juliegolub2602]

Very informative video! I think this lifestyle is fantastic for anyone.

[@aliciamillerministry4520]

Omg suppose to be that’s the time that both couple should stay together no matter what because your getting old,we sold our 23 ft class C rv and bought 40ft MCI conversion bus hoping to leave Alaska after this Summer as we still have 3 months more to haul to the oilfield of ALASKA.much better the RV because we need only to pay the RV park for 7h see you soon Arizona

[@sylvialopez9787]

Ernesto bendiciones cuídate! You got this. A friend from CA

[@twalsh1801]

u have it all figured out-thanks for sharing-rig is great as is

[@marklovelace297]

If you ever come thru AL look me up living the same life and its beautiful here!

[@justwannasay5454]

Its so fun to hear other peoples stories. And of course I have my own! Currently at a nice RV in CA. 10 feet from a beautiful, flowing creek surrounded by trees! ❤ Its $1000-$1200 a month depending on the season. Plus electric. No fancy amenities. I hate paying (lol). I have 400 watts of solar on my Hi-Lo. Would like to off grid but thats means I would have to relocate and I love my local gym.

[@michaeljamesvogt21]

Property taxes, HOA fees, electric bill, water +sewer bills...all that for a house. Yet an RV you can move when ya want to.

[@donnalaplante6589]

Michael James thats my grandson name nice name

[@donnalaplante6589]

Yeah RV life is good

[@loveerica9415]

Thanks for sharing! 🙂

[@braaap690]

Good for you! You can always make more money but you can’t buy back time!

[@Tazzy_Man]

Don’t buy new but it’s a great life traveling we love it

[@troyr5598]

bro said im on that rat wheel, and i felt it

[@aarongarcia1101]

We are looking at a life change soon, not sure which direction to head. Either its traveling "permanently" or relocating to another country. Rent and food is too much where we are now.

[@Scorpio1964Wines]

My husband and i own a home in Charles Town West Virginia" 40 miles from DC" our oldest son got lucky in 2021. I asked my hubby too take a job transfer " pit load operator" for holcim industries. We moved onto my brother in laws land, bought a 5th wheel and im so comfortable in this RV. Yes indeed it can be hard, my husband and brother in law have had too fix so many things. Im a 36 year veteran Nurse who has had 4 back operations. I like North Texas, 30 miles from Dallas. We pay the water bills, half the prooerty taxes on their land which is almost $4,000 a year. But i feel blessed. My husband came to the USA from Mexico city almost 40 years ago, we have 4 grown sons and now were great grandparents. I love your RV and your park is beautiful. I wish you much luck with everything. God bless ❤

[@magalydiaz9073]

Just came across your video. I enjoyed it .

[@tamraridley2022]

Looks like a nice RV. I owned a couple and lived in them. My younger years. I own a small acreage now. Paid for. House old,

Add everything up before you draw the social security because if you make too much they start taking away from the social security you get every month (which I think is unfair). I'm turning 60 in December and I'm going to sell my house, get an RV and live off grid and live off my social security only.

[@Panthersigma]

49 , single , no kids or pets my only debt is a mortgage so I rent that house out and it more than pays for itself allowing me to take it slow in a paid for RV where I rent a spot on private land . I work an easy little sales rep gig part time and go swimming or for a run nearly every day and never been happier

[@stephanielake71]

I wish they had a year round campground in Canada. I would do this in a heartbeat.

[@dorarivera755]

Hello, I just finished watching your video. Very nice and interesting. Sorry for your divorce, but God says if it is a messy abusive marriage then you should separate or divorce. I am from Alice , Texas. And for those of you who think you should never get married. Well so be it for you, but I have been divorced for a long and I am seeking a husband one day.

[@rosasp.2936]

I see posts on here about women doing men wrong but it also happens to women. I was done horrible and still single bc of it. It’s very hard for men and women to trust after being hurt or used. I pray for all of us!❤️🙏🌹

[@yolandatubin8126]

Nice got everything you need to live comfortably…

[@lmErnest]

I am 60

[@lmErnest]

61 in July

[@Momabear1]

Rule #1!You must be self sufficient financially secured yourself! Stop depending on any stupid man or woman. Gees!

[@HatOnBkwd]

Live your best life, now. Tomorrow is never promised.

[@timscott1999]

You seem pretty cool I'm going to subscribe

[@lmErnest]

@timscott1999 thank you

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

Going through this right now after 32 years of marriage.

[@everlastinglife8774]

Hi Ernest I’m Mary I’m so sorry to hear that, I myself is divorced as well Since 1986 , he was abusive I never remarried I thought my husband was supposed to protect me from harm. Instead, he put harm on me, I had to leave him. It hurt me, but I did it then I meet someone else I was with him for 13 years and he was just a functional drug attic that hid his drug abuse from me until that one day. So I left him I’ve been single for 18 years. My son was four years old now he will be 23 in November. I would not want to waste my life with what I have left on this earth,I’m happily single ,yes I would Like to meet someone but now days its so scary,I became a minister of God and I’m staying close to Jesus, he is my only comforter and keeps me from all danger in his precious name. Amen smile Jesus loves you. I’m 61 years I’m getting up in age where I should not even go through turmoils in my life. I know that every day is not going to be peachy but when you have two people that are humbled and know how to communicate it will work. God bless have a great day.🙏🏼

[@delialusk1]

May God Bless you all 🙏🙏 Stay blessed strong and Positive 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Tuffsqaudztv]

Don’t think about child support you’re a good man so you would spend that money if not more on your children so no worries you will receive your blessings keep your head up and keep faith brother it will be ok and work out. 😁

[@JoseFernandez-ml4ex]

Good luck to you. It's a great way to save money by living on a budget

[@seanz9971]

It is exactly my plan!🥰

[@bossmikey7301]

Ever thought about moving out of the United States? Like try one of those cheaper Asian countries? Your retirement goes a super long way out there brother. Thanks for your service!!!!!

[@donnaevans7]

Most people don’t have the money to do that and may not want to. There’s nothing wrong with the way he’s living

[@bossmikey7301]

@@donnaevans7 I did not say there was anything wrong with the way he is living, I was just laying out a much cheaper option. Living in the US and paying all those taxes is modern day slavery.

[@SomjingCarter]

This is my dream but I don’t think I can achieve it . Kudos to you , life is short be whatever you want to be .

[@macaloowify]

Dude i don't know your situation but you could look into traveling/living abroad? The dollar value goes a long way outside the States. Good luck brother

[@curtjackson5735]

Great video Sir!

[@Randy-y2b]

Im in my early 50s and dont see myself ever retiring.

[@SULLIEDASP]

I got tired of paying rent for a apartment and they changed management 3 or 4 times in a year. Then raised the rest. I tried a house but stuff kept breaking down and we had to refinance and the payments went up to wear we couldn't afford it no more. I guess some of that can happen in a trailer but hopefully not as much plus you can just move the trailer.

[@joseromero9933]

Thanks for sharing

[@chrisspaulding4448]

Im48 49 soon I’m going to purchase rv soon done with the bs property tax etc!

[@Goldwing1]

I grew up on Ernest Avenue… Yeah Divorce is very expensive Lesson learned just don’t get married.

[@glcmranger421]

Yep!

[@robertg8875]

Divorce at 62 ? Yeah you got the world butt ! Live it up turn off your phone

[@charlottebassett7971]

I knew a man who worked all his life. Well pass retirement age he finally retired. He was found passed away at his kitchen table with his first Ss check laying on the table.

[@glcmranger421]

He probably loved his career so much that he chose to work. People die everyday, so live your greatest life, everyday without regret.

[@dianeduncan4939]

You are awesome

[@robertovassallo9535]

Hi is Roberto from italy...i feel sorry for your situation...i m separeted...after 8 yrs of relationship... I m goin to live in a caravan by the sea...what s is happiness After All? Who gives a xuck about big house...if u don t have happiness😊

[@softballmom332]

I would love to live this way ❤

[@softballmom332]

I would love to turn my Highlander into my own little camper. There’s so much room in there, I would pull out my 3rd row and start from there, and I’m a Nurse so I can find work anywhere part time. Sorry for rambling on lol 😂

[@bigbluerios]

So Do not get divorced! Plain and simple to avoid this . But at least you're living life!

[@aguijohn1321]

You can work every now and then. Just as long as you don’t make too much.

[@TanyaAhmatovic]

It looks great . Just turn the fridge on otherwise it might smell

[@lmErnest]

@TanyaAhmatovic been off for years, no smell

[@jordanbey870]

Brother that was a terrible argument...Getting hit by lightning is not the same as getting hit by inflation causing you to be homeless...come dude..

[@stacifreeman8231]

That is a really nice park!

[@betsyr4724]

I enjoyed your video. Thanks

[@Darlajw]

Times are hard, hang in there.

[@nickc764]

Watch at 1.5x Speed. thanks

[@keetahbrough]

the only reason you 'don mind' paying child support is because you still have means and resources. ok now, let's imagine. you no longer have the means because: heart attack, stroke or injury. Now let's remove your resources. you don't have ANY ACCESS to produce what you're legally required to produce. Doesn't matter that your ex-wife n kids understand this is a BUSINESS and you defaulted on terms and conditions resulting in the seizure of your RV. you still gonna feel so serene ? just wondering. something to ponder, dude. that sh*t happened.

[@charlesfitzgerald3201]

I’m interested in RV living like this to cut costs, so Thanks for the video , my question is, do you hear dogs barking all night and people talking and partying next door ,, is it loud there ?

[@lmErnest]

No not very often it's very quiet

[@charlesdigennaro4981]

You go dude!!!!

[@sandblast5636]

Ernest hang in there you could be the next Bob Wells he needs to be replaced with a younger better-looking person like yourself, Good Luck time heals everything.

[@gotrust4741]

Wow I’m 48 and about to retire wife asked for a divorce today I’m thinking of getting an RV now thanks! Ironic I came across this video!

[@nadinem4959]

Thank you for your service!

[@gerdhenschel7500]

Nothing happens without a reason... Do it bro! 👍

[@Liimpy]

Give her the finger and go live 🫡

[@riggitydoo5116]

Eddy, half, Eddy, I want half.

[@andresmattos7541]

I bet she wants most of your estate allimony and child support 😮😮

[@raoulroberts2024]

As we age, we realize that so much of what we once considered as important is actually not. Peace, good health, and happiness to you, Ernest, and thank you for sharing your story. 👍🏾

[@justwannasay5454]

Good health is essential.

[@globoliver9697]

Yah, and when you think about senselessly spent money during the years, incredible really! Without this, I could afford a much better RV now and wouldn't miss anything!

[@adamjohnson5307]

Bro you look fuckin great at 62. Keep pushing 🙌🏾

[@janiobermudez7739]

Yes,,you look like champion...RV life yeah

[@brianvandy4002]

I did the same thing at 52. Divorced my wife after 26 years once I woke up to how much of a narcissist she was, and how every time we'd get caught up and were no longer living paycheck to paycheck she would do something to sabotage us. Like, foreclosures on two houses and two bankruptcies during our marriage. After the divorce I bought an RV and dramatically cut my cost of living and increased my happiness.

[@ceetee2021]

So your x wife made all the decisions and you, poor helpless thing, were just made to go along with it. I think you call that a loser.

[@wilE6764]

Wow...sounds like we married the same woman..divorced mine in December after 18 years..same thing though always stealing from me ..had enough

[@brianvandy4002]

@@wilE6764 Yeah, it surprised me when I started having money left when the next payday rolled around. It only took me a year to get completely out of debt. I can't believe I was so blind for so long. Now I'm starting to save to buy some land in the White Mountains of Arizona.

[@mildredmorine745]

Good men marry women who are takers, losers from what I have seen, good women marry men who are takers, losers, lazy. I am happy that you decided to you had enough. We all deserve to be respected, be happy in our lives when it isn’t working we are doing ourselves a favour as well as them to end it move on. I think the only reason my husband got married he was afraid to come home to a dark home at night. I think the very reason there are so many men women living alone single is because of being taken for a ride in more ways than one, they had their fill so much so they are afraid to trust enjoy living on their own. The peace, quiet, no drama is priceless.

[@Moolahmann]

13 years with my highly abusive ex and friends under out in married a version of my mom, a narcissist. Never had money issues until I had two incomes and one house … $250 000 dollars of theft later, I gave her everything and the only reason she left the s because I homeschooled during Covid and she was about to have to support her family and that was out of the question. Living my best life now and the she-devil is now understood by my offspring and they cat stand her abuse. They will be with me full time soon.

[@miggy9260]

54, male, Divorced in 2020. Acquired a raw acre of land in 2022. Cleared a portion, laid down clay padding, water, electricity & septic tank projects later. Purchased a motorhome and moved to my acre January of this year. Rent and mortgage free semi off grid.

[@justwannasay5454]

Which state can you live on your own land in a RV?

[@miggy9260]

@@justwannasay5454 Florida in an an area where people want & are left alone. Central Florida woods of Putnam County. Poorest county in Florida. Perfect! As the poor are already used to living in bad economic conditions and will survive the depression already happening.

[@rosieruelas3391]

Cali too

[@jordanbey870]

And soon the government will take it..they want renters..no more mortgages or land owned by anyone...Renters to corporations..

[@terryr_zappa8193]

​. Wait till carbon tax starts. Sometimes all you need is the air that you breath.

[@shannontrough2680]

48 here. Lost my mom August 2, 2021. Sept 2021 I found out my sister and only sibling was terminal so I moved almost 22 hrs away to take care of her. She passed March 2023. I found out my dad died through the mail the night before my sister passed. A week later I moved back to my home and my husband told me he wanted a divorce. This month will be a year that I've been living in my vehicle. I just bought a camper I'm about to renovate and hitting the road...I don't know where I'm going but I don't care.

[@lmErnest]

Sorry

[@terryr_zappa8193]

So get rid of your rearview mirror and keep looking ahead. Started over for the 3rd time 10 yrs ago. Recovered from diabetes and a stroke so I basically started over 4 yrs ago. Don't let nothing get you down.

[@sunshine3914]

⁠@@terryr_zappa8193So did you have any living relatives when you started over 4 years ago? Just met a woman of 48 who lost her husband 3 years ago, 2 years ago her house burned down, & shortly after, had a stroke. When she got out of the hospital her daughter moved her in her boyfriend’s mil house out back, then the daughter went missing. Her speech is impaired & still has to use a walker. Please advise.

[@MamaGerry-bo1bu]

Happy travels.time to enjoy yourself and life. Be safe

[@charlie.557]

Take me with you 😊

[@goodtalker]

After working for about 30 years, I retired and got killed in a divorce. She took 200K in lieu of alimony, enough money to pay her new home for three years, and, then, took 25 percent of my pension I had earned working in the California Department of Corrections. All of this was in 2007. I had to learn to live on less, and discovered, that everything I own actually owns me. I now live in an RV park, in a trailer, and have a small pickup. Everything is paid for. I have a much less stressful part time job and feel freer than I ever have. I have become a minimalist and live by the motto "less is more." She never worked which was always a bone of contention with me. She was a Pro-Choice Feminist Christian woman, who, in the end, ended up with the best of both worlds--at my expense. (Here in California Family Court Judges have a tremendous amount of discretion.) Anyway, enough of me. Keep up the good fight sir. Thanks for letting me share. Roy, So Cal.

[@justwannasay5454]

How much do you pay at your RV park may I ask? I am at one. Four weeks roll around very quickly it seems. 😮

[@goodtalker]

@@justwannasay5454 I pay about 215 per month. Its is located in El Centro, California.

[@CarolLustgarten]

The important thing is you are happy 😊. Not good to be bitter or angry. Have a coffee ☕ and watch some comedy. Eat some 🍕 pizza and everything will be alright. Stay cool in Cali. 😊

[@Oskarlegy]

I live in Brawley ca everything is getting expensive.

[@lynniec]

You can't be Christian and pro- choice, anyone that kills their own baby is an abomination to God.

[@timborgenheimer155]

Thanks for sharing your story. Almost 7 yrs for me, camper van no rent no mortgage no utilities 100 % off grid.

[@justwannasay5454]

I have been at a nice RV park in CA for 8 months but it's expensive. Would like to leave.

[@vladimus9749]

Do you own some land?

[@ldygzlle1291]

Me too, I bought a hundred acres and I live in my van on it.

[@jonbennett118]

Ernest you look amazing man for 62 i swear you look like your in your 40's easy. Thanks for sharing this info its very interesting and also helpful.

[@donnalaplante6589]

40's I'm thinking he looks much younger than that maybe 39

[@KeepWalkingRoadman]

Me too, he's looks great

[@hectorortiz8224]

I was amazed by that too--some of us (not me) age extremely well.

[@Anonymous-c4p]

There's a saying that you get the face you deserve..by 50 🤔

[@marilyngatson2289]

I use to be in the medical field making a decent living and happy. When I turned 30 years old I was diagnosed with a very rare autoimmune disease and it has no cure. Unfortunately I could no longer work in the medical field or work at all. I became permanently disabled and moved home with my parents for four years to get myself more stable. I couldn't wait to get back on my feet again. I decided to buy an rv and move into an rv park. It was frugal living and saving me money. I was able to get back on my feet and gain my independence but still live on disability. I would never look back. I love living in my RV. I'm going on 8 years now. Life throws you lemons but you just have to make lemonade. Way to go!

[@williefufu2985]

What part of the medical field?

[@marilyngatson2289]

Paramedic/firefighter

[@Thollis1987]

I’m glad you are doing well for yourself.

[@justwannasay5454]

How much do you pay a month at your RV park may I ask? I am at one in CA and I pay $1000-$1200 a month + utilities which I think is expensive.

[@Sid-MMA]

Can I ask , what type of autoimmune disease you had ??