Our version of retirement: Living a childhood dream

[NotCompSavvy]

No
My son may go solar up at the
but
At our age, we considered it too much of an investment
to realize a return

Here, un town, our elect is quite economic

Thanks I asked because one of my daughters somewhat lives on outskirts in California and they swear by solar but yes I agree the return at certain age is not there .

 

[Ronni]

We considered solar after my California son had panels installed and now he runs his whole house and powers both his electric vehicles with solar.

A lovely gentleman came by to give us all the info but it soon became obvious that we wouldn’t live long enough to pay it off and realize the benefits, unlike my son who paid for it outright, plus he’s young.

 

[Gary O']

it soon became obvious that we wouldn’t live long enough to pay it off

Precisely

We pay $60/mo for elect

The total quoted price amounted to $50k

That's a 60 yr time period to realize any 'savings'

The lads moved on to the increase in home value

I moved on to 'home value' when the units (firmly fastened to my roof) became outdated

Igave them a sack of plumbs for their efforts and wished them well

 

[Meanderer]

Solar powered birdhouse

 

[CinnamonSugar]

Solar powered birdhouse

I guess that's the birdhouse equivalent of leaving the porch light on?

 

[Meanderer]

@Gary O' Hey, old Pard, I've been off the SF grid for a bit and hope all is well at yer "ranch"! Wishing you both all the Best! - Jim

 

[Meanderer]

Heard from @Gary O' today and learned that his eyesight is "so gone" that he needs help reading.

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Like the "note in the bottle" messages sent, replies may be tricky. Keep Gary and his Lady in your prayers, and posts...thanks. - Jim

 

[hearlady]

I couldn't post in bold last time so I was afraid @Gary would not be able to read it. Gary, I wish you and your family all the best Sir!

 

[RadishRose]

Gary, I am always thinking of you. Can you put in a garden this year?

 

[Trish]

Sending you and your lady my very best wishes @Gary O'

 

[Pinky]

We love and miss you, @Gary O'

Hugs to you and your lady

 

[SeaBreeze]

@Gary O' , hoping things are going well with you, your wife and your family. I think of you often, please take care. Hugs.

 

[Gary O']

Can you put in a garden this year?

Oh, we'll have a big garden again

I'll be the mule
my lady will be the gardener

My eyes are so gone
it takes me forever to try to read any posts

forgive me if I miss any posts

Love you all

 

[Jules]

Just know that you’re being thought about, Gary.

 

[Ronni]

Hey Gary, just want you to know I’m thinking about you!

Glad you’re going to be able to out in a garden! Enjoy the sunshine and time with your lady!

 

[Gary O']

My vision has degenerated to the point of inability to read any posts in any size

I have so loved being a part of this forum for the last eight years

but

I cannot go on much longer

My eyesight is weak

but

my spiritual vision is still strong

 

[CinnamonSugar]

My vision has degenerated to the point of inability to read any posts in any size

I have so loved being a part of this forum for the last eight years

but

I cannot go on much longer

My eyesight is weak

but

my spiritual vision is still strong

Wherever you are or whatever your situation, @Gary O', you will always be close on our hearts. ((Hugs)) dear friend

 

[smiley]

you shouldn't need to accommodate uz lot we should find ways to accommodate you - like " talking messages" - god there must be some good electricians around here or audiologists?? thinking caps thinking caps??

 

[Jules]

Wherever you are or whatever your situation, @Gary O', you will always be close on our hearts. ((Hugs)) dear friend

Exactly my sentiments. You’ll always be a member.

Even if you can’t read here, hopefully you can maintain an active lifestyle around your home and have a family member read here for you off and on.

 

[RadishRose]

I understand, dear Gary. You'll always have us, regardless. I wish the best for you and your family.

 

[Aunt Bea]

Gary,

You’ve given us a great gift by sharing your adventures and your thoughts in your own great literary style.

Please stop in, if you can, on the good days and know that you and Mrs. Gary O’ are in our thoughts and prayers.

B

“Keep a little fire burning, however small, however hidden.”
- Cormac McCarthy

 

[timoc]

Gary,

Many members here (myself included) logged on daily to read all of your posts which kept us enthralled and smiling. Thank you for all of that.

You have been an inspiration to a lot of us, and I do hope that something can be done to help your vision.

Take care, Sir.

Tim.

 

[Gardenlover]

Gary, I consider you a friend and wish all the best for you! Thank you for all the conversations here!!!

 

[Pinky]

Gary, I miss your wonderful stories, and wish you well.

Is there any chance of eye surgery that could help your vision?

So much is possible these days.

Wishing you all the best.

 

[Tommy]

@Gary O', have you tried one of the online screen readers? One called JAWS seems to be popular. Can the Oregon Commission for the Blind provide you with recommendations and training?

My best to you, my friend.