The past few weeks have reinforced why I’ve gone digital in my trailer. In short, I can really make things work and get things done!

Now that I’ve started being a full-time RV’er, my needs have changed dramatically. Going out for a few weeks with my trailer didn’t mean ground shaking changes. I could put my mail on hold at my post office. The answering machine at home would take care of calls. And for short periods of time I didn’t care much about TV shows or news, trips in the trailer meant a vacation from all of that.

The situation for full-timing is different. I’m no where near retired yet. Actually, I’m trying to get a small business off the ground! And it’s happening out of a 25 foot Airstream Trailer. Not your standard startup business, and surely not a concept you’d associate with an internet startup. I should be perched in a Star Bucks using their WiFi and getting amped up on large quantities of caffeine. ;)

So, how is the digital stuff working for me today, 2 weeks into my full-timing? Who knows how long I’ll be doing this, you’ll have to keep checking in here and at Gadget’s Airstream Chronicles. The digital stuff is working great!

Here’s where I stand today:

  • All business that I’m involved with can be conducted over the net. No great worries about being near a post office.
  • With my Verizon Wireless Data connection and my Kyocera KR1 I’m good to get on the net wherever cell coverage is available. I might have a few days out of touch, but I’ll call that vacation time. ;)
  • Most financial matters can be handled via phone or internet.
  • Items that need signatures, etc., can be e-faxed easily.
  • My XM radio keeps me up to date with news and entertainment.
  • Elgato EyeTV can be used whenever I have the TV itch (haven’t felt like watching reality shows lately)
  • Staying in touch with family & friends is a snap. Between my VOIP (voice over IP) through Skype when I have high speed network, and my cell phone, I’m fairly well covered. Once again, those days without cell coverage I’ll call vacation days.
  • The total sum of my digital devices fits in two carry on sized bags. For the airline folks, yes my bags will fit in the overhead or under my seat!

So, while I’m adjusting to the changes in lifestyle, the digital gadgetry allows me to manage things however I see fit. There’s one item less for me to worry about. I need to spend more time looking at travel routes, selling the book, “The Digital RV“, and playing with new technology to share with readers.