Driving long distance with ET and worried about fatigue and stamina

I can certainly identify. Retired 2 1/2 years ago, found out two days after I retired that I had cancer, which was later diagnosis multiple myeloma. I do still drive although my endurance is certainly less than it used to be. My daughter lives in Chicago, which is about 10-11 Hours Dr. time for me and I now break it up into two days. That said I will take naps in the car if I think I need to, at a rest stop normally..
I find it important to stay well hydrated, and thus make frequent bathroom stops as well and in case of dire emergency I always keep a urinal in the car.
I hope you're just driving yourself and not a moving truck as that will be more stressful. But I think your plan of three days is solid. Stop frequently just so you can move around a bit. Take a in and the rest area if you need it or any place you think it's safe to do so. And stay well hydrated. God's blessings to you. Hope you enjoy Florida.

Excellent suggestions, pamsman!

Retirement, ET diagnosis, moving: That's a lot, elcy!

Please take it as easy as you can.

Once in FL, find and meet with a good specialist as soon as you can so you can get set up for recurring blood draws and monitoring of your meds. Since you’re new to ET, I don’t suggest you ‘wing it’ until you’ve settled in. Other commenters have provided links to specialists or your current doctor may provide a recommendation. Good luck on the drive and enjoy your new home state.

Thank you. Already have an appointment at Moffitt.

I’ve had CLL since 2023 and admit it has increased my fatigue a little.
Driving Chicago to Palm Beach for the winters & returning to Chicago in spring since 2012 and
Since my diagnosis I’ve learned when I’m feeling tired I get a hotel adding another day to the trip.
My advice. Take your time & when ya get tired stop & get a hotel………Or……..
Add 1 or 2 days planning your route with reserved hotel stays every 3 to 400 miles.
The only time I spend $4.00 for a cup of coffee at Starbucks is when I'm traveling. It’s worth it.

I've driven straight through on long trips more than a few times (Nashville to NJ, NJ to Atlanta and NJ to Florida) when I was younger, but I learned to enjoy the stops along the way before I had to start doing so. Whenever possible, the last leg of my drive was a little shorter than the others. My trips became much more enjoyable and I arrived fairly well rested instead of exhausted.

Instead of driving what about Amtrak auto train. They load your car, you ride as a passenger, and at the end they unload your car, and you drive off......

Thank you. I looked into the auto train but it’s far from where I live.