Comments on: Why Florida? The Details Behind the Move

By: Kalyn Brooke

Kalyn Brooke — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 03:19:20 +0000

In reply to Sara.

Hi Sara,

It really is paradise down here! I have to say that every time we go up to visit family in New York, we absolutely love our time with family, but quickly feel the effects of not getting much sun!

But I do have to ask…is it just me or did the summer heat hit early this year??

By: Sara

Sara — Sat, 19 May 2018 19:35:10 +0000

I love your story. I grew up in Upstate New York (outside of Syracuse) and my parents moved us to Florida (Sarasota area) when I was a junior in high school. I am not always fond of the weather here (especially in the summer when you are hit with 100% humidity every day!) but I have learned to adapt and my husband and I found a cozy little town to call our own. We are close to the beaches yet far enough away to not deal with their insane house prices. It truly is paradise and a wonderful place to live, and yes the rental potential here is endless!

By: Susie@homemaker-mom.com

Susie@homemaker-mom.com — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 02:42:00 +0000

Thats awesome. Way to go! I recently moved as well and we are starting over in a new city! I understand.

By: Kalyn Brooke

Kalyn Brooke — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 21:59:04 +0000

In reply to Brenda.

I really appreciate you sharing, Brenda, and I so did not mean to come across saying that weather is the solution to depression – especially a case that is particularly severe. Thank you for bringing that to my attention! Even though the sunny weather has helped me cope through some bad days, there are still times where not even the sun can help lighten my mood. Ideally, I would like to decrease my medication, but so far {in the 8-9 months we’ve been down here}, that hasn’t been possible as of yet. However, I can say that dark, dreary, and cloudy days in NY were a very highly sensitive trigger for me, and to be free from that {even though some days are still tough!}, has helped me see more positively.

You are quite welcome to “lurk” anytime you’d like, and I’m glad to have you as part of this community. I hope you will continue to stick around! 🙂

By: Brenda

Brenda — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 05:12:45 +0000

I know that this post is old but I just wanted to chime in, which I never do! I’m a blog lurker 🙂
The first point you made about the weather got to me. I’ve lived in Florida for 15 years. I want to remind you that those of us who suffer from major depression (not just the “blues”) can and do so anywhere. I know exactly what you mean when you talk about physically not being able to get up and feeling like there is no point. I hate the Florida weather and I long for something with actual seasons, especially fall and winter (not heat stroke and rainy). However I know that when I do finally make it to that place with my ideal weather I will continue to have to take my medications and deal with my depression. Sunshine can be uplifting sometimes, I do understand that; but humidity and devastating heat can be a real bummer too. For example when you don’t even want to leave the house to go anywhere because you’ll break a sweat from the heat and feel like you’re dying of thirst just getting to your car. I know winter has its problems too and Florida might be perfect for you but I don’t know…I guess what got to me was that you made it seem like someone with depression should be fine in the sunshine state or that people here are always happy and only enjoy the sunshine. I do want to say I enjoy your blog and you’re a good writer with helpful content, I appreciate that. Sorry for ranting, just had to put it out there.

By: KalynBrooke

KalynBrooke — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:47:29 +0000

In reply to Tom. Um, I would be worried too! :)

By: Tom

Tom — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 01:20:32 +0000

In reply to KalynBrooke.

Don’t worry about the bugs too much. First thing to learn about FL roaches is that if you see one, kill it and move on. Unlike in NY where if you see one you’ve got trillions living in your walls. They mosey inside once in a while but they don’t come in the masses that you hear horror stories of in NY.

I’ve still only seen a couple gators and only on long car rides. If you see one of those in your kitchen though I’d be worried.

By: KalynBrooke

KalynBrooke — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:44:56 +0000

In reply to Jim butler.

1st major project – Unpacking what we can and storing the rest.
2nd major project – Writing more posts, guest posting for other sites, and start making an income from writing. It’s hard work!

By: KalynBrooke

KalynBrooke — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:43:28 +0000

In reply to Tom.

Thanks, Tom! I haven’t seen any super large bugs yet, and I only saw one gator, but it was fake. I didn’t think so at first though – just ask Joseph. 🙂

I didn’t even think about the NYS income tax either. *sigh*

By: Jim butler

Jim butler — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:31:11 +0000

So glad for you guys! Anxious to hear how things come together for you in the days ahead. What’s your first major project?