Jim, I'd try it by renting before committing my self completely. Its a great way of life, but not for everyone.

Find a nice park close to your home, rent a bus for a month and give it a try.

If you like it, great! If not, you've spent a lot less than you'll loose trying to get our of a coach you've just purchased and the wife (or you) cant stand.

We now have a 93 XL by Country Coach and having owned two fiberglass coaches (Beaver Marquis and Thunder) we love the Prevost and now call it our home. But, it has required some adjustments in life style. Wife has gone from 150 pair of shoes to "about" 50 pair. Much smaller wardrobe assortments for both of us and I have fewer toys in our basement. We like the XL over the H3 because of increased living area (and I like stainless). We don't have slides because of maintenance $'s involved with even the best of them plus we get along just fine without.

Lots of choices and chances but whats life without some risk.

One great side benefit. When the kids want to visit, they get a motel room. I like that.

Good luck with your quest!