Ah, the joys of life on the road—freedom, adventure, and the eternal struggle of figuring out what to do with your mail. In our latest newsletter poll, we asked our fellow wanderers, “How do you manage your mail while on the road?” The responses were… let’s just say, predictably chaotic.
Before we dive into the results, a quick reminder: This poll was sent to our newsletter subscribers, so if you didn’t vote, you missed your chance to influence this very important scientific study. But don’t worry—next time, make sure to cast your vote so your mail-related suffering can be properly documented!
The Results Are In (And They’re Mostly Your Mom)
Here’s how RVers are handling their mail:
| Mail Management Method | Percentage of Votes |
|---|---|
| Mail forwarding service | 7% |
| Family/friends | 73% |
| P.O. Box | 13% |
| Digital mailbox | 7% |
As you can see, the overwhelming majority of you are shamelessly relying on the kindness of family and friends. And honestly? We respect the hustle.
Why Are So Many RVers Mooching Off Their Loved Ones?
Let’s be real—73% of you are outsourcing your mail problems to people you trust. Whether it’s your mom sighing as she sorts your utility bills or your best friend grumbling about your Amazon addiction, this is the unofficial RV mail management system. It’s free (unless you count emotional labor), it’s easy (for you, not them), and it comes with the added bonus of giving your loved ones something to complain about at family gatherings.
Meanwhile, the 13% using P.O. boxes are the organized overachievers who enjoy the thrill of visiting a post office in every new town. And the two small but mighty groups using mail forwarding (7%) and digital mailboxes (7%)? They’re either tech-savvy futurists or people who’ve been burned by a friend “forgetting” to forward their jury duty summons.
The Dark Side of Mail Forwarding (A Cautionary Tale)
If you’re in the 7% using a mail forwarding service, congratulations—you’ve officially reached “I take my mail seriously” status. But let’s be honest, this method is like hiring a butler for your paper clutter. It’s fancy, but also… are you made of money? Meanwhile, the digital mailbox crew is living in the year 3024, scanning their mail like secret agents. The rest of us? Still texting our siblings, “Hey, did my new credit card arrive yet?”
Final Thoughts: Why Do RVers Love Burdening Their Friends?
So why did family/friends dominate the poll? Simple: It’s the path of least resistance. Setting up a P.O. box or digital mailbox takes effort, and let’s face it—RVers are too busy chasing sunsets to deal with logistics. Plus, nothing says “I love you” like making your sister responsible for your DMV notices.
But here’s the real question: Are we all just one missed package away from being disowned? Only time (and next year’s poll) will tell.
