We r thinking of moving - ie escape to the country released life is too short - The DIS Discussion Forums

MrsJobba1 · 11-17-2009, 12:14 PM

Hi Guys

I had to share with someone.

2 months ago a close friend of mine received a knock on the door at 8pm from the police. Her partner had been involved in an accident and was in the hospital. Well to cut a long story short he is still in intensive care and we have lived the past few months day by day even hour by hour at times.

In a matter of minutes her life has been totally turned upside down.

It has made me realise life is too short.

Dh and myself have had a dream to move to the country . We have decieded this weekend to go ahead and make plans -it might mean a few less disney holidays in the future but we have to try and do this now.

My head is spinning and IM both excited and nervous.

I know with Christmas its not the best time of year but I figured in Jan / Feb the market might pick up.

I got some boxes today and im going to start decluttering and storing items.

Any advice is welcomed and please say a prayer for Chris

CustardTart · 11-17-2009, 12:34 PM

How heartbreaking for your friend, Helen. I'll definitely keep her husband in my thoughts...

As far as you and your husband moving to the country, I say GO FOR IT!!!

I am a big believer in life being too short. Both my DH and I had a parent die at around 50 so know that from first hand experience. My DH is currently feeling that he doesn't want to keep up the pace of life demanded of him by his company at the moment and spent much of today checking into his pension and all that. TBH I think there'll be a change in our circumstances in the not too distant future...

Anyway, back to you. I do have one piece of advice - which would be to rent for a while before making the commitment to a property and an area. That way you can make absolutely 100% sure that it's for you - without any expensive mistakes. In a nutshell, try before you buy!!!

Good luck - I hope it all works out for you!

Keep us posted...
Best wishes,
Karen xxx

natalielongstaff · 11-17-2009, 12:36 PM

Hope it all works out for you Helen, best of luck

Pinky166 · 11-17-2009, 12:46 PM

I say go for it Helen, it's a cliche but you only live once. As Karen said I would definately try before you buy. Good luck & keep us informed how it's all going.

My thoughts to your friend & her husband.

jjk · 11-17-2009, 12:50 PM

hope it all works out for you

mandymouse · 11-17-2009, 12:58 PM

How exciting Helen, I hope it all goes well

Thinking of your friend's partner too

Muscateer · 11-18-2009, 01:34 AM

Sorry to hear about your friend.

I would say go for the move as life is way too short and since we only get one shot at it we be as well enjoy it all we can.

11-17-2009, 12:14 PM	#1
MrsJobba1 I swoon @ the very mention of his name Pirate Grabber Captain Inquisitive Has impeccable timing Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North East England Posts: 5,382	We r thinking of moving - ie escape to the country released life is too short Hi Guys I had to share with someone. 2 months ago a close friend of mine received a knock on the door at 8pm from the police. Her partner had been involved in an accident and was in the hospital. Well to cut a long story short he is still in intensive care and we have lived the past few months day by day even hour by hour at times. In a matter of minutes her life has been totally turned upside down. It has made me realise life is too short. Dh and myself have had a dream to move to the country . We have decieded this weekend to go ahead and make plans -it might mean a few less disney holidays in the future but we have to try and do this now. My head is spinning and IM both excited and nervous. I know with Christmas its not the best time of year but I figured in Jan / Feb the market might pick up. I got some boxes today and im going to start decluttering and storing items. Any advice is welcomed and please say a prayer for Chris __________________ ** 2011 Disney dream 5 night double dip Bwv & AKV http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ighlight=alien Med cruise 2007 - details review & pictures of Barcelona and boarding the magic* *http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ighlight=alien 7 night western 2006 http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ighlight=alien

11-17-2009, 12:34 PM	#2
CustardTart I am sooo proud, happy, relieved and impressed - it's a great day... Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: South West London... Posts: 15,478	How heartbreaking for your friend, Helen. I'll definitely keep her husband in my thoughts... As far as you and your husband moving to the country, I say GO FOR IT!!! I am a big believer in life being too short. Both my DH and I had a parent die at around 50 so know that from first hand experience. My DH is currently feeling that he doesn't want to keep up the pace of life demanded of him by his company at the moment and spent much of today checking into his pension and all that. TBH I think there'll be a change in our circumstances in the not too distant future... Anyway, back to you. I do have one piece of advice - which would be to rent for a while before making the commitment to a property and an area. That way you can make absolutely 100% sure that it's for you - without any expensive mistakes. In a nutshell, try before you buy!!! Good luck - I hope it all works out for you! Keep us posted... Best wishes, Karen xxx __________________ Grand Floridian Resort & Spa - Christmas 1998 * Dolphin/Vero Beach - Easter 2000 * Polynesian - August 2001 * Grand Floridian Resort & Spa - August 2004 * Beach Club/DCL Wonder - May 2005 * Grand Californian Hotel - NYE 2005 * Polynesian - August 2006 * DCL Magic Western Caribbean - September 2007 * Yacht Club - October 2007 * Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa - December 2007 * Villas at Wilderness Lodge/DCL Wonder Double Dip - May 2008 * DCL Magic Mexican Riviera/Disneyland Hotel - August 2008 * Boardwalk Villas - October 2008 * Animal Kingdom Villas/Hard Rock Hotel Club - Easter 2009 * Bay Lake Tower/DCL Magic Eastern Caribbean & Tortola/Villas at Wilderness Lodge - September 2009 * Bay Lake Tower - June 2010 * DCL Magic Westbound Transatlantic - September 2010 * Old Key West - October 2010 * Sequoia Lodge/Paris - November 2010 * Boardwalk Villas/DCL Dream Inaugural Cruise - January 2011 * Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa/Villas at Wilderness Lodge - November 2011 * Animal Kingdom Villas/DCL Fantasy Western Caribbean - November 2012...

11-17-2009, 12:36 PM	#3
natalielongstaff I need a cup of tea and a big bar of free chocolate now Was born with my dancing shoes at the ready I will be back later to stalk some more Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: leicestershire,england Posts: 80,413	Hope it all works out for you Helen, best of luck __________________ April 2003 DLRP, November 2004 WDW and Barbados, September 2005 WDW, September 2007 WDW,October 2009 WDW

11-17-2009, 12:46 PM	#4
Pinky166 a little on the OCD side very impulsive, which doesn’t bode well for our credit cards! They don't call me "Clever Claire" for nothing! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Herts, England Posts: 13,895	I say go for it Helen, it's a cliche but you only live once. As Karen said I would definately try before you buy. Good luck & keep us informed how it's all going. My thoughts to your friend & her husband. __________________ Claire Sept 2000 - I-Drive, Sept 2002 - Kissimmee, Sept 2003 - AKL, Sept/Oct 2006 - Univ PBR, June 2008 - DLRP, Hotel NY, Dec 2008 - Univ HRH, WL & YC, Sept 2009 - OKW, 4n Wonder & Poly, June 2010 - BLT, Nov 2010 - DLRP, Sequoia Lodge, Jan 2011 - Univ RPR, Dream Maiden Voyage & AKV, Sept 2011 - WBTA & BLT, Oct 2012 - Paris & DLRP, June 2013 - 7n Med Cruise, Oct 2013 - Univ RPR, SSR, & Fantasy, May 2014 - EBTA, Sept 2014 - WBTA

11-17-2009, 12:50 PM	#5
jjk Pete and I wait and watch some lovely baby lizards I have always booked myself "Play Up Pompey" Join Date: May 2004 Location: Reading UK Posts: 21,329	hope it all works out for you __________________ Rachel "Play up Pompey, Pompey Play up" Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter 2000 Disneyland paris 2003 Ramada inn 2004 Quality inn plaza2005 Cumbrian lakes2006 Emerald Island July and December2007 Emerald Island May and July2008 Emerald Island and Contemporary Resort2009 Saratoga Springs 2010 Animal Kingdom lodge2011HRH Animal KingdomLodge 2012Holiday inn Miami ocean front /Animal Kingdom lodge

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11-17-2009, 12:58 PM	#6
mandymouse If It's Not A Bahama Mama Then I'm Not Interested Can I put my Christmas Tree up yet ? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Nuneaton U.K. Posts: 71,934	How exciting Helen, I hope it all goes well Thinking of your friend's partner too __________________ Mandy xx

11-18-2009, 01:34 AM	#7
Muscateer DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sandpit Posts: 7,058	Sorry to hear about your friend. I would say go for the move as life is way too short and since we only get one shot at it we be as well enjoy it all we can. __________________ Sandra

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