My wife and I are both life members. We took the plunge 20 years ago. Great investment, no regrets.
It makes sense, to me, to join with an eye on the “long haul”.
Given the disappointing antics a few years ago, it would be easy for an annual member to let their membership expire or maybe even cancel.
But, hopefully, the course has been adjusted.

If you are a life member, I think you will feel better connected, and willing to be more involved, even if it’s just writing letters to let them know what you’d like to see happen with the organization.
Also, think about giving a gift membership to someone.
Sometimes, this is better than just giving someone more “stuff”.
