Eric, it was just the time to do something else with my life before someone shovels dirt in my face.

I was working a job I hated and putting up with nagging and unhappiness at home. I had just missed a cancer scare that I have only talked with Dave Severson on this board. December xrays showed a shadow on my lung. Photos the following April showed it had disappeared. I thanked God and my lucky stars and decided to change the way I was living while I still could.

A very dear friend had moved to Wisconsin and offered me to come and stay with her while I get myself sorted out. I accepted. All I brought was my tools and a few clothes.

I have no idea where I'll end up, but will travel to my daughter's to see her in North Carolina this fall, then on to Nicaragua for the winter. I've made a few friends there via Nica forums, so it should be easy enough getting around and finding lodging, etc.