Who can remember a gift you bought or were given 5 years ago? How about 10 years ago? How about from your childhood? Now think back to those same times, 5 or 10 years ago, and your childhood and think of a happy event. Maybe a vacation or a special trip. Think of the excitement leading up to it and the excitement of the loved ones that were joining you. Think of all the fond memories that were made with those loved ones. Maybe some of those loved ones aren't with us anymore and these fond memories are all we have. That feeling you have right now is why you should be making memories instead of buying "stuff".
The Everyday Struggle
Everyday we are bombarded by the next new product or must-have gadget. We are without a doubt a nation of consumers. Do these new products, this new "stuff" bring us real joy and happiness? Or is it just a temporary fix until the next must-have thing is released? How about the impact on our children? What does it say to them when we buy so many things we don't need? What if we replaced "stuff" with real life experiences and memories that would last a lifetime?
Making Memories
Vacations are a wonderful way to make memories. The problem with vacations however, is that they never last long enough and they are expensive! What if there were a way to go on a lot of mini vacations relatively inexpensively all while making memories that will last a lifetime? This is exactly what more and more people are doing through the use of RVs. Our family has been RV'ing for over a year and the experience has been wonderful! If you don't own an RV, renting one can provide an inexpensive way to take short weekend trips or mini vacations and have some awesome experiences close to home that won't break the bank!
Where To Go
Florida State Parks provide a wonderful place to spend a weekend in an RV. The cost ranges from $20 -$35 per night depending on the park. There are more than 50 beautiful state parks that have RV camping facilities. You can find state parks from the panhandle to the Keys. We love camping in our Florida State Parks. There are also many privately owned RV parks that have swimming pools and some even have water parks. If you enjoy the beach, there are campgrounds that are close to or even on the beach. If you enjoy the many theme parks and attractions Florida has to offer, there are campgrounds close to those as well. There are campgrounds for every occasion and budget. All of them offer a unique experience that is sure to make lasting memories.
In the end, your loved ones won't remember the "stuff" you bought for them nor will you remember the "stuff" they bought for you. The only gift that will stand the test of time and bring a smile to their face and a smile to yours as the years pass will be the memories. I challenge you to replace all the "stuff" you want to buy with experiences and those experiences will inevitably turn into lasting memories. Start today, you will never regret making memories instead of buying "stuff".
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