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Delray Beach...A New Journey Begins

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Delray Beach...A New Journey Begins

 

This will be my last Delray Beach Saturday post. Monday the moving van comes to finish packing and load the van. With any luck, Larry and I will be on the road Wednesday and in Houston on Thursday to begin the next phase of our journey.

 

delray beach

 

Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home. Matsuo Basho

 

 

 

We both have mixed emotions about the whole move. We still love living in Delray Beach, especially the weather and the beaches. And yet we feel the tug to move back to Houston to be closer to my family and a closer drive to Larry's.

 

delray beach

 

Always the journey, never the destination. Simon Rattle

 

It is a logical decision for us because we have realized that we don't want to be going through this 5 years from now.

 

 

 

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. Lao Tzu

 

 

While I will miss our friends, the beach, Atlantic Avenue, the weather, and so much more, we’re both looking forward to getting the chance to be with the family and watch the new kiddies in the family grow up.

 

So...anyone have any ideas for the title of my new Saturday posts???

 

 

delray beach

 

Have a wonderful weekend wherever you spend it!!!

 

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Comments(35)

Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

I moved back "home" in the early 1990's. You can go home again. It will just be different. It took me a long time to adjust to living in Minneapolis after Newport Beach. At least a year before I began to acclimate. And then, 10 years later, it was time to go back to California.

Hope you have a wonderful time in Houston, Kathy. I know how much of your heart is still there in Texas.

Jan 26, 2019 10:19 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Kathy,

It is always the journey and not the destination.  Once your destination is set, there is no fretting or worrying.  It is what is right for you...and you can always get on plane back to visit Delray Beach...A

Jan 26, 2019 11:02 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The choice between landscape and family is often difficult for many of us.  I live in Sacramento, because the vast majority of my family is here.  However, I am lucky that within 100 miles in any direction, there is Lake Tahoe, San Francisico, California Wine Country, and Gold Country.  And, Sacramento has things to offer as well!

Jan 26, 2019 02:30 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Kathy, on having this blog FEATURED in the PHOTOS group!

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Jan 26, 2019 02:31 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy I hope the move goes smoothly, and that you many more years in your new hope and family gatherings.

Jan 26, 2019 03:30 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I am excited for you and wish you safe travels to your new home Monday Kathy Streib 

Jan 26, 2019 04:10 PM
Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

I'm excited for you and your family and the new adventures ahead in this next chapter of your life.

Jan 26, 2019 05:51 PM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Hi Kathy,  Wishing you the best in your travels and on your new adventure in life.  

Jan 26, 2019 08:40 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Kathy.

That task is going to take some thinking.  Working on it, if I come up with something, I'll send you a PM

Jan 27, 2019 02:12 AM
faye schubert
Retired - Branson, MO
Living the Branson Lake Life

It's a "heart move": the heart is calling you to go to your family. 

Jan 27, 2019 05:34 AM
Matthew Klinowski, PA
Downing Frye Realty - Naples, FL
Naples Golf Guy | Find Your Dream Lifestyle

Good morning Kathy, good luck and safe travels. I'm sure your family will be thrilled to have you nearby. We're sorry to see you leave Florida. 

Jan 27, 2019 06:22 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Kathy - wow so fast. Have a very safe move.  I know you will keep all the the memories and now another door opens for you.

Jan 27, 2019 06:23 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Kathy, I think this is a smart move to be closer to family. Better to do it now and not five years later.  I am glad we moved back to our roots, West Virginia. I love being closer to all my six sisters.

Jan 27, 2019 06:08 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Kathy Streib ,

You are wise to be making this decision now rather than in 5 years. Its easier now than it would be then and family is everything..safe travels I'll be following your posts.

Jan 28, 2019 05:16 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy

I wish you well on this next phase of your journey with Larry.  And I look forward to hearing more as you get settled, and continue to share with us.

Jeff

Jan 29, 2019 07:34 AM
Elyse Berman, PA
LoKation Real Estate - Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824

Safe travels to you and Larry.  You know how much I will miss you in Delray, but you need to be where your heart is, and I know that's in Houston.  So I'll have to check in more on AR to catch up on what's going on.    Please stay in touch and give my best to Larry.

Jan 30, 2019 02:50 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I know you're on your journey now, and I wish you a safe trip, and a wonderful new adventure!!  

Jan 31, 2019 07:04 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing this new phase in your journey.

Dolores and I are among those who should also be moving. 

Feb 01, 2019 08:26 AM
Mike McCann Nebraska Land Broker
Mike McCann - Broker, Mach1 Realty Farm & Commercial Land Broker-Auctioneer Serving Nebraska - Kearney, NE
Farm & Commercial Property For Sale 308-627-3700

The value of commenting on a blog is huge.  I actually was not aware that you had moved until I saw it in a comment on 2-7-19.

I wish you well in the Houston area.  

My wife and I lived in Colorado Springs for many years until relocating back near our relatives in Nebraska.  That was 15 years ago.

Yes...I had to start over but our kids now know their relatives and for the most part the transition is complete...I do miss many of my friends and business contacts, as well as the weather, we enjoyed in the Springs.

Good Luck!!

Feb 07, 2019 06:34 AM
Karen Rice Madison AL Realtor
Keller Williams Realty Madison - Madison, AL
256-348-1527 Call/Text

It's tough being separated from family.  I hope your transition goes well and you settle quickly into your new Houston home.

Feb 24, 2019 02:31 PM