Deborah Gerlach:  

2012: Sold the house in NY, doubled my investment & bought a new one here; on my own land. Replaced shed for a big, Amish-built one for my power tools and camping stuff. Even though I miss the big city life, and the pampering, I finally decided that I need to get my old ass back out into the world. So, I bought a big van and built my camper. Its insulated, wooden sides & carpeted all around. Yes, I could have bought an RV but it's too much work (sold the first one). So much easier to plug in & vent the AC on the console, The TV/DVD works great & I send updates to my family & friends. June 2016: Traveled across I 70, south to N.M. to visit my best friend (over 35 yrs.), west to CA., and up to the Olympic Peninsula in WA. Driving & camping, for 8200 miles, with my 2 little dogs and meeting the friendliest people from around the country was the best trip so far. FYI... No GPS, just a map book, camping guides and simply showed up to ask for a space. Whether in a tent or a million dollar RV, the people I have met on my camping trips have always been the best! Fancy hotel guests? Uh, not so much. But, there are times when I really miss Room Service! Back on the road in Sept. and not sure exactly where. Oh well... Life The most important event in my life made me realize how much time I have wasted! After 9/11, when I lost my career, I decided that nobody can pay me enough to go back to my Nerd-life! (Still love NYC!) I have moved...Expand for more