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Originally Posted by 911 Rod
Something that I am beginning to realize (or hope for) is you aren't any happier living larger than smaller.
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I can vouch for living smaller being fulfilling. When I got divorced I lived in a close to 4,000 sq ft home with a shop and apartment above that. Close to an acre a block off of Lake WA.
I now live in a 2,000 sq ft modest home that's paid off. I do have a shop and my projects are out there. They are part of my retirement plan. Restoring a car here or there, learning new things, caring for my small old Porsche fleet. I get more joy from a bike ride, walking my dogs or wrenching on my cars than I ever did "servicing" the big house and lifestyle with a big job.
One key is my 2nd wife and I are on the same page. She came into our marriage from a divorce where she got royally screwed over by her alcoholic ex. She is so appreciative of what we do have. Her joy is a good camp site at Priest Lake and our used 25ft travel trailer.