[Happinow]

I'm so sorry you lost your husband. As we age, we can't help but to think of what we would do if we lost our spouse. I have pondered that question a few times. Moving back up North would mean cold, snow, ice, rain and little sunshine. That's the main reason we moved here. However, I'm sure a feeling of emptiness takes over when you lose someone you love. All of my family lives back home and while being with them would certainly help for a while, the lifestyle (or lack thereof) would eventually have me back to warmer climate.

I guess you just don't know until you are faced with that decision to make.

I wish you the very best....and remember...you can always go home but you can always come back here too!! No decision is final....

[Miles42]

we are at the same point, health issues have destroyed any and all we have enjoyed about the Villages. Leaving in the Spring

[graciegirl]

I remember when you were sewing draperies for your house. I am very sorry for your loss. I hope you find the right place to continue with your life but you can always return.

Peace and God Speed.

Sewing machine repair

[Barefoot]

Samhass, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your husband was a wonderful man and I know you will miss him.
Selling your large home makes sense to me. It's a beautiful house and should sell very quickly.
As far as returning north, please do whatever your heart tells you.
I hope your dogs bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Big hug and love and courage
Bare

[samhass]

Thank you, ladies.

[CFrance]

I think you are right, samhass, it's time now to be with your family. You have history with them that you don't have here in TV. As others have said, you can always reverse the decision, or come back for the winters. I've also pondered what I would do in your situation. You are lucky; our family is very small and placed far and wide. I think I would go somewhere still warm and foster more dogs. But if family were all in one place, I too would feel the pull to go back home to them and to the woods you obviously love and miss.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care and good luck to you.

[Abby10]

As I re-read this thread, samhass, I can't help but think, what do you have to lose? If things don't play out up north as you expect, it sounds like you will have lots of well wishers welcoming you back home to TV.

[samhass]

Originally Posted by rjm1cc

I know one person who moved "home" and it was not what they expected. I have also seen a lot of posts that point out some problems. I think I might rent in the "home" area for a little time before devising to move back.

I have a home there.

[pauld315]

Good luck with your move and enjoy your family !

[Bigben007]

I understand exactly what you are saying. One day I told my friend here I was going "home" for a visit, she said this is your home. I said "no it isnt Pittsburgh will always be home." Fortunately my daughter lives there and I go home at least 4 times a year, if the is where your comfort is, go home.

[samhass]

Ha..Pa calls to both of us. It is a wonderful state.

[samhass]

Abby, You are right. I can return if home is not all I think it will be.

[manaboutown]

In our hearts we all hold a home. I hope the OP realizes hers. I know I have mine.

[Schaumburger]

Originally Posted by samhass

Abby, You are right. I can return if home is not all I think it will be.

Best of luck to you, and I hope you find peace and comfort at home. TV will always be here should you decide at some point to return.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by samhass

Abby, You are right. I can return if home is not all I think it will be.

Follow your heart; it won't lead you astray. I think you've always missed your home in the woods.
And if you find that you want to get a smaller place in The Villages in years to come, your heart will tell you that too.