FT-8, work the same Park again and again or QRT?

With my working conditions (CW; low power; attic antenna), the apparent non-contest reduced CW activity and the waning sunspot cycle a hard choice is here.

• FT-8 is an unbelievable mode and I from time to time look for DX with the mode.  However, there is no joy in contacting a station four states away on FT-8.
• At first WWFF then POTA were fun.  But how many times can you work the same park?  Not fun anymore.
• QRT?  Ham radio has been such a part of my life for so many years.  I hate to hang up may keys.

The following is being done to delay the shutdown (Looking for the spark – not spark gap)

• An FTx-1F was purchased to kindle the fire.  It is a fun little radio, but it does not change the stations I can work with my working conditions.
• Operate from our back deck with a portable antenna – WX permitting.
• Operating the activities run by SKCC and next in line are those run by NAQCC.
• Work a few state QSO Parties.