After 8 months of near constant travel it’s time to take a break and create a new nest. I love the view from my patio and after all the frenetic motion, it feels good to just sit with a glass of wine and look at the water. My home in German Village was 100+ years old so I decided to go in another direction and build new. The where to retire decision is a big one, and I was originally operating like it was a one time decision and then I was stuck FOREVER. I had a few conversations on the topic with recent retirees and that created some freedom as they said, “It you don’t like it after a few years, then just move to some place else.” I surprised myself with a decision to build in a Del Webb community in Ponte Vedra, FL. Ponte Vedra is between Jacksonville and St Augustine. I’m extremely close to the Intracoastal Waterway and there is even a Kayak Launch that I’m excited to try when the unpacking horror is over. At the moment, between unpacking boxes, I am booked with exciting appointments with Comcast, Blind Companies, Home Automation, Best Buy, Pest Control, Lawn Services, Garage Doors, Builder Warranty and a constant stream of deliveries from Wayfair, Amazon and Kohls. I find moving and especially building new, is particularly good for the economy but my credit card is melting. From what I can gather living in Del Webb is sort of like summer camp, with an amazing variety of clubs and activities and I can’t wait to finish the last box and have some fun and meet some folks.
On the positive front, the neighbors are friendly and one particular guy is a nightly visitor.
WanderlustandWhimSea 
Looks and sounds awesome, Barb!
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Thanks – come visit!
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We will! Gary retires at end of year so we’ve got some travels to plan……
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CONGRATULATIONS, Barb!! i’m so excited for you! enjoy the new place!!
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Thanks Jim, it is exciting.
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Del Webb communities are amazing! We considered it as well before buying 10 acres about 2 hrs from you. You will love it there! We visit that area often since we have close friends in Jacksonville. I’ve loved hearing about your travels, but I’m sure it’s nice to just slow down for a bit. Try not to be too terribly sad over missing out on DPMAP and the audits. We’ve got you covered back here 🥴
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Let me know next time you swing through and it is nice to slow down for a few minutes.
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So the plan is rest and relaxation in your beautiful new home while contemplating your next adventure? Sounds like retirement done right!!
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My next big travel starts at the end of Sept so plenty of time to relax and go to the pool.
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welcome back to reality. it looks wonderful and i love your nightly guest. your right where you need to be. Kathy says hi
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Thanks – will be back in Ohio in June – Can you say Euchre?
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I will clear up my June calendar. Well, except for a graduation in North Carolina. I hope to see you then.
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2nd half of the month most likely
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Welcome home. I have loved living vicariously through you. Enjoy.
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Thanks – I will get back on the travel trail in Sep so more then!
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Best wishes for you and your new home. I love the view, and hope I can come and see it in person some time. Thanks for sharing your fabulous 8-month adventure with us; what wonderful memories for you. See you next month.
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Definitely come on down! You might want to consider Jan or Feb or Mar when you are tired of the snow and ice and grey of Ohio
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What a great view! Rest and relaxation and wine sounds like a great plan to me!
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Please come share a glass of wine with me!
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