[ 2020 ] Join me in my Journey - My Next Chapter

[Panina]

Your new house looks so nice. We have lived in Central Florida over 30 years and love it. Except for the Covid restrictions but hoping will be over soon. I had guessed the Villages because it sounded like the place you were describing. Glad you sold your Timeshares, to invest in things for your house. It will feel like a vacation place anyhow!
Delray Beach looks nice, we haven’t been there, but know people who love it there. Good Luck on your move.
Welcome to Florida

Found out you were kind of right. The villages was originally built around a golf course that went out of business. This new developement is where the golf course was so techininally you are right.

 

[pedro47]

We stayed with the carpet in the bedrooms because the builder wanted outrageous money to carry the wood into them. We figured we will keep it for now and then replace it down the road depending on how it wears. The carpet was included so we figured we paid for it so might as well use it. Same with the cream color wall paint. (And the same with our furniture from our other house which does not really go in this house. But again, making it work as not to waste money.)

It does grow on you after a while. Lol!

But we live in a cold climate so carpet can be nice under the feet. Much different than in Florida. I don’t think I’d want it there.

What kind of sub flooring do you have on top of your carpet ?

 

[WinniWoman]

What kind of sub flooring do you have on top of your carpet ?

I don’t know. I guess it’s plywood.

 

[pedro47]

I was asking because some contractors will glue the carpet down on the subflooring or on top of cement.

 

[Panina]

I am starting to get very excited. In five weeks I am supposed to close. I wish it was sooner and hope the builder doesn’t delay it. With this virus hoping My certificate of occupancy will not be delayed.

Once again a very busy week.

I finished sending in mortgage documents needed, sent the lawyer what we agreed to so we can get my current home off my name, got utilities off my name into his, notarized papers for three timeshares for transfers to either me or him, applied for a pension and packed, packed, packed, probably 70% done.

Most importantly connected with new homeowners where I am going. There is a private Facebook group. Only 5 of us but it is a start. The first closing occurred in the community this week. It is so much easier meeting friends when a community is just starting.

I decided to leave lots of “things” behind. If I haven’t used it recently I decided I don’t need it. Also leaving him lots of furniture too, only taking the pieces I love. Of course he says if you don’t want it I will take it. I have lived in his clutter so long that less will be more for me.

Waiting for estimates on flooring for my bedrooms. Never liked carpet in my bedroom because of allergies but he did so we had carpet. Now I can have what I want.

Looking at closet organizers, more replacing the wired shelving with solid pieces, nothing fancy, just more functional.

Also pricing a shower door as I don’t like what is installed but most probably will wait.

Looking at light fixtures, dining room set, counter stools and a bedroom set. All can wait but started seeing what is out there. I have everything for my living room, office and guest room from my current home.

Today I did nothing related to either house, no calls, no packing, etc. Just went to Homegoods with my two masks and goggles for 10 minutes. Walked out with two great pillows and a thick beechwood cutting board.

 

[slip]

I am starting to get very excited. In five weeks I am supposed to close. I wish it was sooner and hope the builder doesn’t delay it. With this virus hoping My certificate of occupancy will not be delayed.

Once again a very busy week.

I finished sending in mortgage documents needed, sent the lawyer what we agreed to so we can get my current home off my name, got utilities off my name into his, notarized papers for three timeshares for transfers to either me or him, applied for a pension and packed, packed, packed, probably 70% done.

Most importantly connected with new homeowners where I am going. There is a private Facebook group. Only 5 of us but it is a start. The first closing occurred in the community this week. It is so much easier meeting friends when a community is just starting.

I decided to leave lots of “things” behind. If I haven’t used it recently I decided I don’t need it. Also leaving him lots of furniture too, only taking the pieces I love. Of course he says if you don’t want it I will take it. I have lived in his clutter so long that less will be more for me.

Waiting for estimates on flooring for my bedrooms. Never liked carpet in my bedroom because of allergies but he did so we had carpet. Now I can have what I want.

Looking at closet organizers, more replacing the wired shelving with solid pieces, nothing fancy, just more functional.

Also pricing a shower door as I don’t like what is installed but most probably will wait.

Looking at light fixtures, dining room set, counter stools and a bedroom set. All can wait but started seeing what is out there. I have everything for my living room, office and guest room from my current home.

Today I did nothing related to either house, no calls, no packing, etc. Just went to Homegoods with my two masks and goggles for 10 minutes. Walked out with two great pillows and a thick beechwood cutting board.

It’s a lot of work. Glad you got started now. This sound like they are moving along well.

 

[pianodinosaur]

 

[Panina]

When your eyes are open
and the love is gone
you see everything
no excuses
(love is blind)

One month away from closing, if things fall in place sooner I am ready to go.

 

[rickandcindy23]

When your eyes are open
and the love is gone
you see everything
no excuses
(love is blind)

One month away from closing, if things fall in place sooner I am ready to go.

Is that a song or poem? So sorry about the loss of your relationship. Wishing you well, my prayers are with you as you begin this new journey. I am excited for you--new home and new life.

 

[Panina]

Is that a song or poem? So sorry about the loss of your relationship. Wishing you well, my prayers are with you as you begin this new journey. I am excited for you--new home and new life.

Not a song or poem just my reflection, my words.

I don’t really look at this as a loss, there wasn’t anything to lose that had meaning. People always looked at me as being lucky and having everything. Maybe financially I did but I didn’t have what was the most important. I was still alone. Already I am happier just knowing I am letting go of the insanity and will have a more peaceful normal life.

So don’t be sorry about a loss. Be happy that I figured out how to pursue my happiness. I am excited.

 

[rickandcindy23]

I am excited for you, Panina.

 

[nerodog]

Not a song or poem just my reflection, my words.

I don’t really look at this as a loss, there wasn’t anything to lose that had meaning. People always looked at me as being lucky and having everything. Maybe financially I did but I didn’t have what was the most important. I was still alone. Already I am happier just knowing I am letting go of the insanity and will have a more peaceful normal life.

So don’t be sorry about a loss. Be happy that I figured out how to pursue my happiness. I am excited.

You are an inspiration in strength, hope and organization!!! A great narrative and helpful as a guide for others in similar situations!!! I'm happy that you have found a new place, new start, new life. Its exciting!!!!!

 

[mav]

Untold joy to you and your new life!

 

[ilene13]

Congratulations on your new home. The furniture store that I told you about, LaRue is literally around the corner from you. It's on the opposite side of Atlantic from you, across from 3 G's! I love that area, we owned a place in Huntington Pointe for about 15 years. The shopping is fabulous near there. On Military Trail there is a store called The Boys--fantastic groceries and meats. If you need a special outfit for anything there is a store on Jog called Infinity. In fact I bought the dress for my son's wedding there. The wedding has been postponed 3 times and I have not gotten back over there for my last fitting yet!! Soon I hope. We were actually going to build at one of the Valencias in 2015, but my husband got a fabulous job offer in Sarasota and he did not want to retire. So the rest is history and we moved to Lakewood Ranch in a new build community. Our community is a country club with golf, restaurants, pools, gyms etc. During this COVID crisis I am freaked about using the amenities, so I don't. We are in the process of building a pool!!

 

[Panina]

Looks like my place is almost ready to go. The on site agent was kind enough to give me a walk thru today and send pics.

 

[rickandcindy23]

I love the gray cabinets! What a great view of the lake.

 

[WinniWoman]

Looks like my place is almost ready to go. The on site agent was kind enough to give me a walk thru today and send pics.View attachment 25608View attachment 25609View attachment 25610View attachment 25611View attachment 25612View attachment 25613

I love it! And it reminds me a lot of our current house! So exciting!

 

[Panina]

I love it! And it reminds me a lot of our current house! So exciting!

We both went from big to what we have now. Yes similar to your type of house.

I will show my before and after pictures when I am done decorating. It won’t be as exciting as my before and after pictures when I tore apart the coop but still will be very different.

 

[Panina]

This my Brooklyn coop renovation I did a few years back. Almost went that route this time but gladly didn’t have to.

This is just a reminder to me of what I am capable of doing on my own. I look forward to decorating my new place.

BEFORE

AFTER

 

[dsmrp]

Congrats on your new place @Panina. I'm sure you'll fit right in with the community. Best wishes for an easy and smooth actual move.

 

[Sugarcubesea]

I am starting to get very excited. In five weeks I am supposed to close. I wish it was sooner and hope the builder doesn’t delay it. With this virus hoping My certificate of occupancy will not be delayed.

Once again a very busy week.

I finished sending in mortgage documents needed, sent the lawyer what we agreed to so we can get my current home off my name, got utilities off my name into his, notarized papers for three timeshares for transfers to either me or him, applied for a pension and packed, packed, packed, probably 70% done.

Most importantly connected with new homeowners where I am going. There is a private Facebook group. Only 5 of us but it is a start. The first closing occurred in the community this week. It is so much easier meeting friends when a community is just starting.

I decided to leave lots of “things” behind. If I haven’t used it recently I decided I don’t need it. Also leaving him lots of furniture too, only taking the pieces I love. Of course he says if you don’t want it I will take it. I have lived in his clutter so long that less will be more for me.

Waiting for estimates on flooring for my bedrooms. Never liked carpet in my bedroom because of allergies but he did so we had carpet. Now I can have what I want.

Looking at closet organizers, more replacing the wired shelving with solid pieces, nothing fancy, just more functional.

Also pricing a shower door as I don’t like what is installed but most probably will wait.

Looking at light fixtures, dining room set, counter stools and a bedroom set. All can wait but started seeing what is out there. I have everything for my living room, office and guest room from my current home.

Today I did nothing related to either house, no calls, no packing, etc. Just went to Homegoods with my two masks and goggles for 10 minutes. Walked out with two great pillows and a thick beechwood cutting board.

Wow, I’m so excited to hear your only 5 weeks away from moving to FL.

I’m looking forward to the day that I can move to FL

 

[Sugarcubesea]

Looks like my place is almost ready to go. The on site agent was kind enough to give me a walk thru today and send pics.View attachment 25608View attachment 25609View attachment 25610View attachment 25611View attachment 25612View attachment 25613

I love it, the view is fabulous and those grey cabinets are stunning

 

[WinniWoman]

This my Brooklyn coop renovation I did a few years back. Almost went that route this time but gladly didn’t have to.

This is just a reminder to me of what I am capable of doing on my own. I look forward to decorating my new place.

BEFORE
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AFTER
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Wow! This is like HGTV! Stunning transformation!

 

[elaine]

love your place. IMHO for the space between 4" counter backsplash and cabinet, I'd definitely just paint. It'll look great. Depending on furnishings/color in adjacent room, you can do a blue, grey with blue undertones, green or gray with green undertone, or something like edgecomb gray (BM HC-173) if you want a warm gray that mixes well with beige (and can look beige, but go with gray). Congrats!

 

[amycurl]

Love the tile, and the kitchen layout of the new place. Kitchen layout is always the most important thing for me in any house. You did a great job with the co-op redesign but that kitchen would have still driven me batty, LOL!

I can totally understand why you'd want to screen in that back patio.That will be a delightful place to enjoy a bevvie or two--what a wonderful view! Which direction does it face?