Relocating and starting over

[Grandma Helen]

Have you ever relocated and started over?  Would you consider doing it now?

[Johnnieboy]

A witness protection thing no doubt.

[Grandma Helen]

You heading to Florida?

[dwalt]

I moved from Houston to the Seattle area several years ago. Did not know anyone, didn't have a job, and stayed semi lost (that goodness they invented gps) for about a year. Got a job the 3rd day I was here and it was a great experience for me. That being said it's not for everyone. I got lucky and was 10 years younger.

[carol machulski]

The closest I've come to relocating was moving from one community to another within Queens which is still in NYC. This area is noted its Hispanic population but since I moved here the population has become more Asian. I've thought about selling the house and downsizing but I don't relish the thought of starting over in a new area where I don't know any one and where I'm not familiar with the resources.

[RavenDelcor]

I've done this so many times in my life and really only "considered doing it" once, so if it happens again, I'll be ready for it.

[Leftygrl]

Well, I relocated about 4-1/2 years ago - a whole whopping 22 miles. I just got sick and tired of commuting and wanted to be closer to work.  I found a place that is (according to Mapquest) 1.3 miles from my home.  I walk to work when time permits.  Best decision I've made in a long time.

And I guess most of us here have "started over".  Tough times in the beginning, but I'm really happy now! 

[Lilrain]

From California to Tennessee, I would move back if s/o would !

[Grandma Helen]

Hi Maria.  It's so nice when we move somewhere and really like it.  I feel that way about MD.  I wouldn't leave, as much as I complain about the winters.