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*Andrea J.* · 05-14-2010, 12:54 PM

So let me start with the reason.
WE DISLIKE WATERVILLE MAINE.

Once we got moved in and settled and realized we made a mistake it took us about 5 more months to actually say it outloud.

When we applied for part time jobs, one of the prospective employers told Paul "we do NOT hire Massachusetts people" but he used a derogatory term in describing MA people.

We swim daily at a health club here in town and we are called "carpetbaggers".
Once an outsider, always an outsider..........at least that is what we experienced.
We bought a house in a 55+ community in the Tampa Bay area.
It is a huge neighborhood with 2 pools, clubhouses, fitness center, theater etc..
There are 1400 homes in this community. There are 11 phases and we bought in phase 1.

So, the house here in Waterville is "under contract".
We close on May 19 and make the trek south beginning the 20th....paul, cat, dog and me in the Hyundai Tucson. Would it be a bad thing for me to put cat and dog in the THULE roof storage container?

We hope to make it to Florida destination by mid day on Sat the 22nd.
Our first night will be in the Baltimore or Richmond area.
Our 2nd night will be in the Savannah/Brunswick area
Our 3rd night with God's blessing we will be in our new home.

And our son, whom i love dearly said "what makes you think you will like Florida?" very encouraging huh?........not!

andrea

Liz - Aruba Lover · 05-14-2010, 01:09 PM

As you found out Waterville, Maine was not the place for you & Paul to be. Have a safe journey to your new home in Florida.

P.S. DO NOT put the cat an dog in car roof storage.

corona · 05-14-2010, 01:13 PM

Good luck on your move and congratulations on your new home! One thing about Florida, you'll not be in the minority as a northern transplant. My in-laws have a winter home in FL, and a few of my MIL's sisters live there year around. They love all love it.

*Arubalisa* · 05-14-2010, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrea J.

And our son, whom i love dearly said "what makes you think you will like Florida?" very encouraging huh?........not!

andrea

We all wish you a safe and easy

move with many many wonderful happy years in your new home.

Welcome to the south...

*Andrea J.* · 05-14-2010, 01:32 PM

thanks all!

Shnyda · 05-14-2010, 01:39 PM

Florida sounds better than Maine!

*Andrea J.* · 05-14-2010, 02:16 PM

the community where we are moving to is like:
"overnight camp w/ booze"

purpleangel · 05-14-2010, 03:25 PM

Congrats! Have a safe trip to your new home. Just think - you're that much closer to Paradise!!

Love Aruba · 05-14-2010, 03:30 PM

Andrea, I wish you all the luck in the world with your new home. Be careful while traveling. I will be getting to Aruba when you get to Florida! Woohoo for both of us.
My mother and dad moved to Florida from WV after retirment and LOVED it. They have passed away (mother in 2006 and dad in 2007). They lived in Okeechobee and I am sure it added many years to their lives. (mother @ 81 dad @ 83) I am sure you will love it.
It is GREAT that you sold your house so soon. You are blessed!
Enjoy Florida--which I know you will, especially the weather. Tampa is beautiful. IMO
Safe travels--don't over do it any day--take your time.
Pat

Jarubian · 05-14-2010, 03:40 PM

Good luck on your drive down to Florida, and enjoy your house. One good thing is that Florida is closer to Aruba as far as flight. I lived in Florida for a year in West Palm Beach, for northern transplant like Corona said its good.

05-14-2010, 12:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	We are moving (again). So let me start with the reason. WE DISLIKE WATERVILLE MAINE. Once we got moved in and settled and realized we made a mistake it took us about 5 more months to actually say it outloud. When we applied for part time jobs, one of the prospective employers told Paul "we do NOT hire Massachusetts people" but he used a derogatory term in describing MA people. We swim daily at a health club here in town and we are called "carpetbaggers". Once an outsider, always an outsider..........at least that is what we experienced. We bought a house in a 55+ community in the Tampa Bay area. It is a huge neighborhood with 2 pools, clubhouses, fitness center, theater etc.. There are 1400 homes in this community. There are 11 phases and we bought in phase 1. So, the house here in Waterville is "under contract". We close on May 19 and make the trek south beginning the 20th....paul, cat, dog and me in the Hyundai Tucson. Would it be a bad thing for me to put cat and dog in the THULE roof storage container? We hope to make it to Florida destination by mid day on Sat the 22nd. Our first night will be in the Baltimore or Richmond area. Our 2nd night will be in the Savannah/Brunswick area Our 3rd night with God's blessing we will be in our new home. And our son, whom i love dearly said "what makes you think you will like Florida?" very encouraging huh?........not! andrea Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

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05-14-2010, 01:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
Liz - Aruba Lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,351	As you found out Waterville, Maine was not the place for you & Paul to be. Have a safe journey to your new home in Florida. P.S. DO NOT put the cat an dog in car roof storage. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ http://dinearuba.com

05-14-2010, 01:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
corona Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 415	Good luck on your move and congratulations on your new home! One thing about Florida, you'll not be in the minority as a northern transplant. My in-laws have a winter home in FL, and a few of my MIL's sisters live there year around. They love all love it. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ No Shirt, No Shoes, No Problem Next Aruba trip in Loving Aruba Since Honeymoon 1984

05-14-2010, 01:32 PM	#5 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	thanks all! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

05-14-2010, 01:39 PM	#6 (permalink)
Shnyda Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Gold Coast Villas, Stellaris Casino, Madame Janettes, Arashi Beach, Baby Beach, Sopranos Posts: 651 Images: 6	Florida sounds better than Maine! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ -E&K- Follow me on Twitter @ShnydaOne Summer Aruba trip in New Year's 2013 Aruba trip in

05-14-2010, 02:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: renaissance island, eagle beach, amsterdam manor/passions beach bar, Hung Paradis, alto vista chapel, madam janettes, big porch at B55 Posts: 13,258 Images: 80	the community where we are moving to is like: "overnight camp w/ booze" Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Please, I'll have a Grande' decaf Mocha Latte' with a shot of liquid tranquilizer.

05-14-2010, 03:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
purpleangel Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Age: 55 Posts: 402	Congrats! Have a safe trip to your new home. Just think - you're that much closer to Paradise!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Darlene

05-14-2010, 03:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
Love Aruba Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 645	Andrea, I wish you all the luck in the world with your new home. Be careful while traveling. I will be getting to Aruba when you get to Florida! Woohoo for both of us. My mother and dad moved to Florida from WV after retirment and LOVED it. They have passed away (mother in 2006 and dad in 2007). They lived in Okeechobee and I am sure it added many years to their lives. (mother @ 81 dad @ 83) I am sure you will love it. It is GREAT that you sold your house so soon. You are blessed! Enjoy Florida--which I know you will, especially the weather. Tampa is beautiful. IMO Safe travels--don't over do it any day--take your time. Pat Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Next Aruba trip in

05-14-2010, 03:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
Jarubian Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Renaissance Hotel, Baby Beach Posts: 434 Images: 3	Good luck on your drive down to Florida, and enjoy your house. One good thing is that Florida is closer to Aruba as far as flight. I lived in Florida for a year in West Palm Beach, for northern transplant like Corona said its good. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ Love Aruba