I read this with such excitement for you And Billy and small one... but also some sadness that you won’t be just up the road, sadness for a year of missed nights out, where we could have gotten to know each other better while listening to Billy perform live. At the same time I know living an ocean away from family has been really hard for me, especially this past year. And I have a feeling it will be a supportive nee beginning for you both. Hell we all need as much support as we can get right now.
My advice after selling almost everything we own and moving continents - is it’s just ‘stuff’... and it’s ok to let go of it. I realised most of my ‘stuff’ was linked to other seasons of my life and I was holding into it with all my life. Original art, books, high school paraphernalia, so much jewellery! I was embarking on a new season and so much of it, almost all of it made no sense to carry around with me anymore. So I gave away more than half of my original art collection to friends who loved the pieces. Threw out school year books and donated hundreds and hundreds of books and jewellery . We arrived with 6 suitcases and 22 boxes, including the art works I felt still fitted this new season. my biggest take out - it was so cathartic letting go of all that stuff. Who would have known? And guess what I have missed none of it! Except maybe a really cool wine opener I really wish I had packed!
As for me, I’m hoping to eventually get to meet your little family, and welcome you back to Georgia. As a new grandma, I’m especially pleased for your mom and brother. All the best, Katie!
I read this with such excitement for you And Billy and small one... but also some sadness that you won’t be just up the road, sadness for a year of missed nights out, where we could have gotten to know each other better while listening to Billy perform live. At the same time I know living an ocean away from family has been really hard for me, especially this past year. And I have a feeling it will be a supportive nee beginning for you both. Hell we all need as much support as we can get right now.
My advice after selling almost everything we own and moving continents - is it’s just ‘stuff’... and it’s ok to let go of it. I realised most of my ‘stuff’ was linked to other seasons of my life and I was holding into it with all my life. Original art, books, high school paraphernalia, so much jewellery! I was embarking on a new season and so much of it, almost all of it made no sense to carry around with me anymore. So I gave away more than half of my original art collection to friends who loved the pieces. Threw out school year books and donated hundreds and hundreds of books and jewellery . We arrived with 6 suitcases and 22 boxes, including the art works I felt still fitted this new season. my biggest take out - it was so cathartic letting go of all that stuff. Who would have known? And guess what I have missed none of it! Except maybe a really cool wine opener I really wish I had packed!
Thank you for this great advice! And I know—it really does feel like a year of Florida life was stolen away! 💔
I've read that waves piece before. So beautiful. Enjoy the move! Being close to family when you have a kiddo is priceless.
Thanks, Britt! And yes, it is beautiful. Grateful for people who share their grief wisdom!
Good for you Katie! Wishing you much happiness. Glad you will be closer to family. 💕
Thank you, Bobbi! My mom is thrilled, as you can imagine!
As for me, I’m hoping to eventually get to meet your little family, and welcome you back to Georgia. As a new grandma, I’m especially pleased for your mom and brother. All the best, Katie!