Intro To My New World
Being the first post, an overview of who I am and what I'm doing seems appropriate. Who am I? I'm recently retired and have a lot of time on my hands. Also have a penchant for bicycles and exploring nature. Consuming all that new-found time with fulfilling activities makes sense. Simple things seem to draw my attention. Rather see a sunrise than anything man can create. Rather hear birds chirping than attend a concert. Rather see animals in their wild habitat than visit a zoo. I have some multi-day self-sufficient bike tours under my belt so there's familiarity with a simple existence. Both bike touring and van living boil life down to simple components. Where will I sleep tonight? Is there enough water to last the day? The weather, the food supply, bathing, and other things taken for granted in a typical home now move to the forefront of my mind. I like that ... not taking anything for granted. I'm 61 years old ... if I don't do it now ... What am I