Goodbye for now

[Droopy]

I haven't been around much lately, but I'm going to be around even less in the near future. I've got a few friends here so I figured I'd let you all know what's going on.

There's going to be a lot of changes going on in the life of Droopy. I signed a contract to put my house up for sale yesterday. One good thing about that is that my aunt is a real estate agent so I got a good deal on the contract. Today I have an appointment to go to a lawyer to sign a power of attorney saying that my mom can handle my business for me while I'm out on the road. I plan on being gone for 2 or 3 months at a time.

At work I'm going to take a class that will qualify me to be a trainer. That's right, I'm going to be teaching the new generation of America's driving force. I think that's going to be both fun and scary. The best thing about it is that I'm going to be making the best money that I've ever made in my life. It's going to be a challenge, though. I might change my tune the first time I guide a student through some mountains or over a snow covered road. That will be the true test of my will to be a teacher.

The plan is to sell my house and then get out of debt. I'm thinking that all of that will take about a year to do. I'm about $20,000 in debt aside from my house. That probably doesn't sound like a lot of dough to some of you, but it looks like a mountain of debt to a truck driver.

Once I have accomplished getting out of debt I'm going to buy a piece of land out in the country and set a mobile home on it. I'm going to pay cash for that. I'm estimating that is going to take me another 2 years to accomplish. Then I will find a job that gets me home every night and I will be debt free for the rest of my life.

That's the plan anyway. I'll try to pop in here with a story or something every once in a while. It's been good talking with you all. I'll be here the rest of the day today then I leave out tomorrow morning. Take it easy.

[Call Me Wesley]

1. You take good care!

Good vibes for your upcoming future! :hi:

[Droopy]

2. Thanks Wes

I appreciate the good vibes. :)

[mad-mommy]

3. best wishes

I haven't seen you on the boards yet, as I am new here. I give you lots of credit for having a plan and going for it. Best wishes!!!

[Droopy]

5. Thanks

I just hope everything works out the way I want it to. I've had a bad go of it the past 3 months or so. It's time for some good fortune to be heading my way.

[mad-mommy]

10. Your welcome...

I can sense your postive attitude...just keep thinking of your goals, and they will be obtained. perhaps your timeline and your plans may change a bit on the way...but you will get there.

[Heidi]

4. Droopy, you're a light in the Lounge,

and I'm going to miss you. But you know that I wish you every success, my friend, and most especially with your writing and your health. Come back to us after you've had some time to settle into the changes, OK? :hug:

[Droopy]

6. Thanks, Heidi. You are very kind.

I haven't written a whole lot lately, but I am keeping up with my health. I have a doctor's appoointment today as a matter of fact. Just a check up.

[In_The_Wind]

7. We'll miss you, Droopy. Good luck with your plans!

We'll be selling our house within the next few years and changing our lifestyle too.

It sounds like you are off to a good start on a happier future. :bounce: :bounce: :loveya:

[Droopy]

18. Thanks, Joan

Good luck to you, too. :)

[Midlodemocrat]

8. I'll miss you, Droopy. Try to check in every now and then.

And, stay safe. :hug:

[Droopy]

19. I will definitely stay safe

And I'll miss you all, too. :hug:

[Crazy Dave]

9. You'll get into heaven easier than a priest

I'm assuming you'll be driving an 18 wheeler and they scare the hell out of a lot more people than any minister or preacher ever could.

Good luck and as they say..."Keep it between the lines"

[Droopy]

20. Yep. I've been driving big rigs for the past 10 years or so.

The decision to teach is more than just a finanical one although I will be honest and say that it is an important aspect. I also think that I have something that I can share with new drivers. I've been very safe over my time as a trucker with no moving violations. I hope I can pass that on to other drivers. It also seems like teaching is a very rewarding job.

[Crazy Dave]

36. I would prefer to teach my trade rather than do it

But like yours, it requires more school and continuing education to get certified and then to stay certified. Mostly from the software company (Autodesk) than the state and most if not all tuition reimbursement programs and the GI Bill require attending classes that are certified along with it's instructors.

BTW - I borrowed the old preacher/truck driver joke from an old EasyRiders magazine.

[Rhiannon12866]

11. Goodbye for now, as long as it's not forever...

Wishing you all the luck in the world with this; it sounds as if you know exactly what you want and have a very good plan for achieving it. It sounds exciting! Be careful out there and let us know how it's going. Godspeed, my friend!:hi:

Rhiannon:hug:

[Droopy]

21. Thanks and no it won't be forever

There are too many people here that I like to hang out with for it to be forever. :hug:

[Rhiannon12866]

54. You're welcome and I feel the same way.

I've taken a break now and again, but I always come back. DU is my home.:loveya:

Don't take too long...:hi:

Rhiannon:hug:

[Sugar Smack]

12. Good, luck, Droopy!

The BEST of luck to you! :hi: :hug:

[Droopy]

22. Thank you, Sugar

Have I ever told you that I dig your screen name? :hi:

[buddhamama]

13. Take Care, Droopy

Sending you well wishes. Peace :hug:

[Droopy]

23. Thank you

May we all have peace. :hug:

[graywarrior]

14. Congratulations, Droopy.

Take care and come back soon.

[Droopy]

24. Thanks

I hope things are going well for you in New Hampshire and watch out for the moose. ;)

[oneighty]

15. May the

speed bumps be gentle on your butt Droopy.

Good luck.

Ed

[Droopy]

17. lol!

Thank you. It's strange that you should say that. I just had a problem with that area of my body. The doc says it's not due to truck driving though. Just bad luck. Things are all patched up now, though, and I'm ready to rock and roll down the road.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

16. My dear Droopy.........

Your plans sound wonderful, and realistic at the same time......

I will miss you, my friend.......Remember that.........

I will keep an eye out for your occasional return with your wonderful stories.......

:hug:

[Droopy]

26. Thanks, Peggy

I have had a rough go of it the past three months or so. I'm hoping that the signing of the contract to sell my house will be the start of smoother times. :)

[skygazer]

25. Good luck to you, Droopy

I always enjoy your posts and stories. It sounds like you have a sensible plan in place and I hope it works out for you. Drop by when you can - you know you always have friends here. :hi:

[Droopy]

27. Thank you

Yes, it is good to have friends and I enjoy everyone's company here at DU. I will try to leave you all with a story. :hi:

[knowbody0]

28. thanks for all the stories, Droopy

Your plan sounds excellent, I'm sure you will be a kick ass instructor.

Debt sucks. Gives ya way too much gravity. Fly Droopy, Fly!

[Droopy]

30. You're welcome. Thanks for reading them.

I've always hated being in debt, but this time I've gone too far. I went through 3 jobs in the past 3 months looking for the pie in the sky. That resulted in me doing a lot of credit card charging. I could try to hang on to this place, but I figure what's the point. I'll just be struggling and I will never be home anyway.

[Kajsa]

29. Good luck to you!

Being debt free will be a blessing!
I know, I'm saddled with debt and trying to
get out from under.

Please keep in touch and take good care of yourself.

:hi:

[Droopy]

31. You, too

It seems like being debt free will open up so many more possibilities for me. I wish you well in your quest to become debt free as well. :hi:

[johnnie]

32. Good luck Droopy!

I have a feeling things will go very well for ya. Take care and we'll see ya around.

[Droopy]

34. Thanks, man

I hope things are going well for you, too.

[Deja Q]

33. I'll miss you. Take care.

:hug:

[Droopy]

35. Take care of yourself

You know how to get a hold of me if you ever need anything. Don't hesitate to ask. I've got your number. I'll give you as holler sometime soon from out on the road.

[JitterbugPerfume]

37. take care Droopy

and check in when you can .I have always enjoyed your DU company

[Droopy]

38. Thank you

Hey, I've got a little story in the lounge that isn't getting any attention. Check it out and let me know what you think. :)

[u4ic]

39. I wish you all the best, Droopy

Your stories from the road will be missed.

Take care, and good luck to you. :pals:

[Droopy]

40. Thanks

I figured I'd leave on a positive note so I've got a little story in the lounge right now that nobody is paying any attention to. I hate to be a post whore but check it out and let me know what you think.

[auntAgonist]

41. good luck to you Droopy .. see my more personal

response on my forum

:hug:

aA

[Droopy]

45. Thanks, aA

I've also replied to your post over there. Take care.

[swimboy]

42. Best of luck with your plans, Droopy!

You were a good pal to me when I was a newbie and I'm glad to know a little about how you're doing and what you're doing. Take care and look in on us when you can. :thumbsup:

:hug:

[Droopy]

46. Thanks, swimboy

I'll be by with a full report when I get home. I hope you are doing well. It's good to see you here.

[Book Lover]

43. My absolute best to you

Droopy, you are one of the good ones here at DU. You will be sorely missed. I'm glad to know you have such great plans. Take good care!

on edit:

Let's say goodbye with a smile, dear,
Just for a while, dear, we must part.
Don't let the parting upset you,
I'll not forget you, sweetheart.
We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when,
But I know we'll meet again, some sunny day.
Keep smiling through, just like you always do,
'Til the blue skies drive the dark clouds far away.

So will you please say hello to the folks that I know,
Tell them I won't be long.
They'll be happy to know that as you saw me go,
I was singing this song.

After the rain comes the rainbow,
You'll see the rain go, never fear,
We two can wait for tomorrow,
Goodbye to sorrow, my dear.

[Droopy]

47. That's so sweet

Thanks for the poem, Book Lover. You take care as well.

[flamingyouth]

44. Best wishes to you, Droopy

Hope you will check in from time to time :pals:

[Droopy]

48. Thanks

You can bet I will check in during my home time. I would get a laptop, but dropping a lot of dough on something like that isn't a very good way to get out of debt quick. Have a good one.

[ScreamingMeemie]

49. Droopy...

:cry: I don't want you to not be here, but I understand. :hug:

May the time ahead not be as tough as I am sure you are envisioning. I will hold you close in thought. Please check in as often as you can so we know those students haven't stranded you on a lonely highway somewhere.

All the best,
Love,
Laura

[Droopy]

51. Thanks, MrsGrumpy

I will check in whenever I get the chance. I'm sure I'll be alright with the students. The hardest part for me will be the day (and I know it's coming) where I get a student who is twice my age. That will be awkward for me.

[matcom]

50. Good luck bro!

let us know how it turns out. if all goes well, MANY of us will be REALLY jealous!

:hi:

[Droopy]

52. Thanks, man

I've always hated being obligated to things especially debt. That's also probably why there is no Mrs. Droopy right now. Take care. :hi:

[Starbucks Anarchist]

53. Take care!

:hi:

[Floogeldy]

55. Again, best wishes, Droopy. One piece of advice, though . . . .

Don't invest in a mobile home. You can pay $20k for one and it will be worth $8k in two years. Bad choice. They depreciate like crazy. Better to buy a house which will increase in value or, at least, keep its value. :)

[bridgit]

56. hey, Droopy...

:hi: i like your plan, just come back, k :hug:

[faithnotgreed]

57. droopy - lots of luck and hugs friend

i havent been in the lounge at all but went to the last page before archives and saw this thread so i had to respond

you are such a good person and hard worker
if you are happy then i am very happy for you - sounds like you have some wonderful plans and are taking care of your self

all our best wishes friend
looking forward to hearing from you

[MissHoneychurch]

58. Best of luck to your plans

I hope everything works out for you as you want it to :hug:

Lookin forward to see you here now and then. I'll miss you.

[Haole Girl]

59. I hope I'm not repeating anything already said...

...I truly admire you for having a dream and the strength to following through with it!

You take it easy, too! :hi: :hug: