tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post6807421546063701367..comments2024-03-21T06:41:22.111-04:00Comments on p!nkpers!stence: A Fork, A Precipe, A ChangeP!nkyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10193703533246466440noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-47633575438184468862016-03-31T12:52:15.209-04:002016-03-31T12:52:15.209-04:00OK. I've been a horrible blog friend! :) I'...OK. I've been a horrible blog friend! :) I'm playing catch up today and this post makes me want to reach through the interwebs and hug you! OK - I always want to do that, but especially today! I promise that you and your husband are not making a mistake. You're going to be making memories that you'll have FOREVER. You'll find a job when it's the right one and everything will work out. I'm so proud of you for taking a chance and making the memories. I love my life with kids and a house and a mortgage and dogs but it definitely ties you down. Looking back, doing something "crazy" like this with Jake would have been so cool! I promise - you're not going to regret it. This is what life is about!!!! Love you my pink crayola friend!Carolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04505741249401392511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-12109321063134794132016-03-28T11:16:44.826-04:002016-03-28T11:16:44.826-04:00loved reading this even if this was written yonks ...loved reading this even if this was written yonks ago before, and this isn't out of pity or head patting lol, but i understand all your feelings. things are scary. this was very real and honest :) it was really hard for us to decide to buy a house, it meant australia (moving) was very off the table for at least a few years, it also meant we had to stop travelling as much, or so we thought. we were prepared to scale back our lifestyle and have a strict budget, but it hasn't been too bad. i mean, we've talked about this and how the 'slower' pace of life is where it's at, living below or within your means, etc etc. the hardest things are almost always the things that are so worth it and i am so happy you are doing this. can't wait to follow along :)Kristen @ See You In A Porridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09592108031437491276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-15321911456556523702016-03-27T02:50:06.588-04:002016-03-27T02:50:06.588-04:00Oh hunny, I hope you see this comment.
As someon...Oh hunny, I hope you see this comment. <br /><br />As someone who recently moved only 2 months ago I understand your angst. I do not have a full time job yet so i understand that too. I am working with a temp agency and if it weren't for the job getting extended by a month I would probably be tapped out right now. it didn't help that i was out of work for 8 weeks with my surgeries and hospital stays so i feel you on that.<br /><br />That being said....i do not regret it. We sold our house in 18 days, once the money comes through I will feel much better. You probably have less debt than I do, and your husband makes more than my husband does but it will be manageable. <br /><br />I am just wondering though...how come you keep thinking buying a house will make you house poor? My mortgage was MUCH lower than my rent and even ALL house costs made it lower. They are only super expensive if you go with something completely out of reach. You do not need to go with the biggest and fanciest for your starter home. Idk how different it is in TN $$$ wise but I bet it isn't as bad as you think for owning vs renting. <br /><br />You have been unhappy for far to long, these feelings are normal, and while you say you are happy with your current situation if you truly think about it, you were not. You don't want to be left with the would haves, should haves, could haves. <br /><br />You can rent, then if you do realize it is a good fit, buy. That is what we are doing. <br /><br />You also have been at the same job for a long time so that might help. Too bad your boss isn't being so nice. Take care. http://sweetcanadian.blogspot.com/https://www.blogger.com/profile/05510662655784927869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-11267996872358526892016-03-25T21:05:09.836-04:002016-03-25T21:05:09.836-04:00Go get that adventure, girl!! You definitely don&...Go get that adventure, girl!! You definitely don't want to look back on your life with regrets so I say go and see what you can get yourself into, and if you don't like it, you can always go home. :o)Lindsay's Sweet Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11454253893760011474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-82574189249788403062016-03-25T15:29:27.786-04:002016-03-25T15:29:27.786-04:00Be fearless Pinky! Sometimes life just has to happ...Be fearless Pinky! Sometimes life just has to happen and leave the rest up to God. As long as you commit your plans to Him first, the rest always works itself out. Go for it!Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18035008312943297731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-70079586542064028002016-03-25T12:27:18.854-04:002016-03-25T12:27:18.854-04:00Girl, I love your honesty! Seriously, God will gui...Girl, I love your honesty! Seriously, God will guide you through this new transition. Sure, there may be struggles, but you'll learn from them and move on. You guys are gonna rock this move! I hope you find a job you LOVE in TN!!!Kayla MKOYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15816303137102382714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-75513246019352466822016-03-25T11:15:05.379-04:002016-03-25T11:15:05.379-04:00Oh girl I feel like now is perfecto! This is such ...Oh girl I feel like now is perfecto! This is such an exciting but also stressful time, the mix of emotions is cray but fun! You got this! Sorry I'm so behind! Hope ya'll have a fabulous Easter weekend!!!! Sending LOVE! xoJMO https://www.blogger.com/profile/00135137475181864248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-69190480831763615622016-03-25T07:12:38.769-04:002016-03-25T07:12:38.769-04:00This post if full of honesty and fear and I love y...This post if full of honesty and fear and I love you for sharing it. Just a few months ago I quit my job and moved and while it was super scary I haven't regret it for a second. All the change is scary but you are a smart and incredible person and it will all work out in some way and it will be ok. I'm sending positive vibes and a prayer or two your way lady!Katie @ Running With Winehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01904413690834162911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-45779004607726004782016-03-24T23:38:38.622-04:002016-03-24T23:38:38.622-04:00I have faith that what is in your future is far gr...I have faith that what is in your future is far great than your past! It's such a scary time to be moving but you will get through this :) even if the future seems so uncertain. You never know you may find a job even better in the new city than you have here :) <br /><br />liz @ <a href="http://www.jforjoiner.com/" rel="nofollow">j for joiner</a>elle johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14851329490445780589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-41938951265301341522016-03-24T22:10:26.436-04:002016-03-24T22:10:26.436-04:00Stepping out on faith and faith alone is one of th...Stepping out on faith and faith alone is one of the hardest things to do in life. But it's also the ONLY way to really see what you are made of and allow God to open doors for you that you never even knew existed before. I have full confidence that you and le hubby are making a good choice that will strengthen your marriage as you forge a path of your own, relying on each other for security and comfort as you do. And I can't wait to follow along (and hopefully get to see you soon!) Stagnancy is never good, so I am glad you are saying no to it and shaking things up. I would never have expected anything less!!!Jessica (The Newly)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05097457969765260792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-33697059933978481142016-03-24T14:07:55.438-04:002016-03-24T14:07:55.438-04:00Shaking things up and making a change is always an...Shaking things up and making a change is always anxiety ridden and scary, but in the end it always brings something great! Good luck!Missyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03331615511067156438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-27013314033323812712016-03-24T13:48:44.228-04:002016-03-24T13:48:44.228-04:00It's an adventure, and I think it's going ...It's an adventure, and I think it's going to be such a rewarding one for you guys. Good for you for taking the leap!The Girl who Loved to Writehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11069853342158261301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-11486689566618127752016-03-24T12:09:43.459-04:002016-03-24T12:09:43.459-04:00You've got this gurlie, and I love the leap yo...You've got this gurlie, and I love the leap you guys are taking to follow your dreams! Moving from CT to FL was the scariest yet most rewarding thing we've ever done, and we couldn't be happier. Love that you're not being crippled by fear, and going after what you want <3<br /><a href="http://www.greenfashionistablog.com" title="Green Fashionista" rel="nofollow">Green Fashionista</a>Kate at Green Fashionistahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11104665064880942943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-82892067779282007682016-03-24T12:07:16.406-04:002016-03-24T12:07:16.406-04:00A lot of people WISH they had the courage to embar...A lot of people WISH they had the courage to embark on a new adventure in their lives. You are actually doing it which is scary and awesome. You should follow this girl @ChelseaDinen on snapchat. I'm sure she has other social media outlets, but she talks a lot about the "gypsy spirit" and fear of the unknown. She is a single gal, and I can't relate sometimes 'cause I have no plans of moving, but she says a lot of inspirational things. Best of luck on the new chapter of your life.Cece @Mahogany Drivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11851435478630045969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-89053624912841993232016-03-24T11:50:30.101-04:002016-03-24T11:50:30.101-04:00It's so scary but so amazing at the same time!...It's so scary but so amazing at the same time! You guys are taking a chance and that is awesome!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01092211937888152360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-33629854494412562122016-03-24T11:47:24.265-04:002016-03-24T11:47:24.265-04:00It takes a lot of bravery to make a move and take ...It takes a lot of bravery to make a move and take a chance. If I weren't forced to do it because of my husband's job, I never would have. It's shown me what I'm capable of! And yes, with all the youths out there, it's hard to make yourself stand out.<br />Thoughts, prayers, and wishes of good luck while you make this transition!Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12075708535155080258noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-56176421568123822502016-03-24T11:41:57.565-04:002016-03-24T11:41:57.565-04:00Steven talks about moving somewhere new occasional...Steven talks about moving somewhere new occasionally, I am petrified. It takes a lot of courage, strength and prayers to venture into something new, and it sounds like you have a great partner to do that with! It isn't going to be pretty and it might not be fun right off of the bat (while trying to find jobs) but all you can do is take the leap of faith and if it works, it works! If it doesn't then you have a home to return to. Sending encouragement and good vibes your way!! Xo Georgia Glam https://www.blogger.com/profile/02464453783867126747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-33070216076805298842016-03-24T11:34:26.276-04:002016-03-24T11:34:26.276-04:00Keep the faith! Packing up and moving to a new sta...Keep the faith! Packing up and moving to a new state along with all of the professional and financial challenges is enough to make anyone do a lot of thinking and doubting. Just keep moving forward and things will fall into place as they are supposed to. xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-50708487520134832132016-03-24T11:26:40.881-04:002016-03-24T11:26:40.881-04:00Very scary indeed! But you know what you don't...Very scary indeed! But you know what you don't have a mortgage or kids yet, so now is the time to do something like this! Enjoy it and then when/if you decide to start a family you can always move back. There is no shame in wanting to have family nearby when kids are in the picture. I get wanting to leave, I've always lived close (relatively) to my family and moving far away scares me but something I would consider if the timing was right. I've never lived outside of my state...part of me wants to do it for a year or two but come back...You'll do great!Foxy's Domestic Sidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17349449371975937570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-37166105933288636302016-03-24T10:47:43.213-04:002016-03-24T10:47:43.213-04:00You're not letting fear cripple you and that&#...You're not letting fear cripple you and that's huge!! Sending God's blessings your way!!Sarita @ it's my girls' worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17050170172865297690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-89781758016225141832016-03-24T09:58:27.264-04:002016-03-24T09:58:27.264-04:00If the path ahead is clear, you're on someone ...If the path ahead is clear, you're on someone else's path. There will always be obstacles. When confronted with great change, fear is normal. At the end of the day, you will be okay. You will be great!SMD @ lifeaccordingtostephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09884611147965544589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-77432667139000642482016-03-24T09:54:33.270-04:002016-03-24T09:54:33.270-04:00I think ANY change is scary and comes with risk, b...I think ANY change is scary and comes with risk, but I fully 100% stand behind that first quote you posted - you'll only regret the changes you didn't take. So while it's impossible not to worry, I know that!, just feel confident in the fact that this is the right decision for you guys right now :) Katie Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07905086552381124826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-71249915731936858002016-03-24T09:14:02.059-04:002016-03-24T09:14:02.059-04:00Been there, done that and fear is natural and heal...Been there, done that and fear is natural and healthy. It means you have truly thought this through and you and C know what is good for you. You have prayed and listened. He will provide for you and I am here for venting, tears and fears.Lynn | Motherhood in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05383417201692605033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-59085704526484963432016-03-24T08:40:22.895-04:002016-03-24T08:40:22.895-04:00I appreciate your rawness and sharing how you'...I appreciate your rawness and sharing how you're feeling and what you're thinking...I think it's all normal and understandable. I totally get the not buying a house thing...we need to do that, but the thought of it and the process scares me. You'll be just fine...but I can imagine the stress you're going through. One day at a time!Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the Shoeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16211864468379759598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1948996795445562989.post-61129580122131807012016-03-24T08:30:19.652-04:002016-03-24T08:30:19.652-04:00i love this. all so exciting if you ask me. glad y...i love this. all so exciting if you ask me. glad you hit publish after letting it sit in drafts. i often think about this - just up and moving again. it scares the crap out of me bc it was SO hard to do it alone. I am glad you have some family and your husband. believe me even having one built in support system makes it SO much easier. i think once you actually up and move you'll be surprised how awesome it is and wonder why you didn't do it sooner :) eek you're inspiring me girl!<br /><br />xoxo <a href="http://cheshirekatblog.com" title="Cheshire Kat blog" rel="nofollow">cheshire kat</a>kerri @ cheshire kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10512167732198909499noreply@blogger.com