Hello from the Finger Lakes

[jimrulison]

Hello All. I live in Canandaigua (just outside Rochester NY) which is one of NY's Finger Lakes. I am a widower (Mary Ellen and I were married for 23 years) and we have two children- Matt 23 and Jen 19. Matt just became a father (which means I now feel older!) and he, Roxanne and their gorgeous daughter Isabellah live with Jen and me.
Before Mary Ellen became sick, our family loved RVing. No better way to enjoy life. Our kids talk about our adventures all the time. Of course the most popular story was when Mary Ellen asked to drive the RV and she ended up taking out 2 gas tanks....but that's a story in itself!
Our goal, as soon as the kids were on their own, was to start traveling around the US volunteering our time and talents. I am hoping to fulfill that dream for both of us by starting within the next few years.
So I am looking for ideas and starting to plan for the future. Thanks for any assistance!

[bsirby]

Hello Jim, welcome to IRV2. So sorry for your loss. Good luck finding an RV and setting out to fullfill that dream. Safe travels and God Bless.

[Lued]

Sorry for your loss.

[jimrulison]

Thanks and I can't wait to get back on the road!

[Bruce C]

Hope all your future dreams are within reach. Sorry for your loss.

[ParTheCourse]

Welcome aboard Jim, we are just down 20 from you, in Chittenango/Cazenovia, winter in Florida. Good luck with your future endeavors and I’m sure you’ll find the members of IRV2 very helpful and that you will be able help others from time to time.

[wnytaxman]

Welcome to the forum from a fellow RVer just down the road from you. Sorry for your loss and we wish you the best for your new adventures. Enjoy your search for the ideal rig and the best adventures to enjoy.

[Sohapi]

Welcome to the site! Have lots of fun finding your new RV we did.