I'm sorry you are not yet at ease in Bend. We lived in Bellingham for almost 3 years and we never managed to make it "home." For me the deciding factor was my relationship with my daughter, which had fallen apart. We moved to Renton in April. Renton is our old home from 30 years ago so it was an easy transition.
The contrast with your title and your picture says to me that it isn't time to make a decision. You have been through a lot and need some peace for a while.
Thank you, Ann, for your insight about the contrast between my picture and the title. I'm not ready to make a decision yet. Writing this article was a great exercise in paying attention to how I'm feeling throughout this process of trying to find my way. It's quite a journey. Glad to know you've found your home again in Renton. Hugs to you.
I’ve done two moves to previously uncharted territories, and the third now where I had a few roots. Each relocation has taught me something new about myself. I think it’s between the two and three year mark where you’ll know if you want to remain or keep moving to find “ home”.
In my case I asked my cousin ,"When will I start to feel at home" his reply was ,"if it doesn't get better after 10 years ,then it's time to go back home.
I'm sorry you are not yet at ease in Bend. We lived in Bellingham for almost 3 years and we never managed to make it "home." For me the deciding factor was my relationship with my daughter, which had fallen apart. We moved to Renton in April. Renton is our old home from 30 years ago so it was an easy transition.
The contrast with your title and your picture says to me that it isn't time to make a decision. You have been through a lot and need some peace for a while.
Hugs.
Thank you, Ann, for your insight about the contrast between my picture and the title. I'm not ready to make a decision yet. Writing this article was a great exercise in paying attention to how I'm feeling throughout this process of trying to find my way. It's quite a journey. Glad to know you've found your home again in Renton. Hugs to you.
I’ve done two moves to previously uncharted territories, and the third now where I had a few roots. Each relocation has taught me something new about myself. I think it’s between the two and three year mark where you’ll know if you want to remain or keep moving to find “ home”.
In my case I asked my cousin ,"When will I start to feel at home" his reply was ,"if it doesn't get better after 10 years ,then it's time to go back home.