Comments on: Leaving Seattle, Heading East

By: Pam Hirsch

Pam Hirsch — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 03:09:28 +0000

Hi Madeleine,

Your post brings back so many memories of our move from North Carolina to Seattle almost four years ago. We dealt with many of the same things you have – how to get the cat out here, how to close up the house and get it ready to put on the market, what clothes to take in my one suitcase to last me until my husband could move also (two months later). So many logistics.

We want to move back East – or at least someplace with sun – in the next two years. And so we are getting rid of stuff now! I take something to the Goodwill every week and sell my beloved books (in favor of a Kindle) at least every two weeks. I’m weaning my husband off his stuff slowly and carefully.

I hope all is going well for you and that you are meeting new friends!

By: Madeleine Kolb

Madeleine Kolb — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:58:24 +0000

Hey Baz, Seattle’s physical setting is spectacular, and I really miss the mountains, especially Mt. Rainier. But the four of us have settled in quite well. And a short walk through the woods brings us down to Chesapeake Bay with its wonderful assortment of herons, egrets, sea gulls, terns, osprey, and even vultures.

By: Baz

Baz — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:41:35 +0000

Seattle has been my second home on business travel for the past few months. I can see why leaving would be difficult simply because of the environment and the surrounding communities. I applaud your accomplishments. It’s a huge undertaking for sure but it sounds as if all 4 of you are happily relocated.
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By: Madeleine Kolb

Madeleine Kolb — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 19:10:20 +0000

Adena, Exhausting is certainly an apt word. There’s more though. I’m still realizing how much I took for granted in Seattle. Living in a city, especially a city that you know well, is very different from living in a rural area. And, since I’m working from home, a big challenge is meeting people, making new friends.

I look forward to following your experience moving back and to a new city.

By: Adena Atkins

Adena Atkins — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 09:32:20 +0000

Hi Madeleine,

I’ve moved across the country, out of the country, and now I’m moving back into the country again to a new city. It is so exhausting! I’d love to hear more about how you settle in.
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By: Madeleine Kolb

Madeleine Kolb — Fri, 07 May 2010 13:27:58 +0000

Angela,
Moving is definitely a nightmare. In my life, I’ve moved across the country five times and moved from place to place in the same area a bunch of times.

If you do decide to move again, trying to think positively should help a lot. (You may have to keep reminding yourself to stay positive.) One thing I should have done more in this recent move is to ask friends and neighbors for help with small things, especially after my BF had left to begin his job in Maryland. Asking for help; people are so willing if we will but ask.
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By: Angela Artemis

Angela Artemis — Fri, 07 May 2010 01:51:20 +0000

Hi Madeleine, moving is a nightmare. I’ve moved 13 times – so far – and am contemplating another one. I’m trying to think very positively about it though. I’m glad your move turned out well though in the long run.
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By: Madeleine Kolb

Madeleine Kolb — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 15:36:31 +0000

Belinda, Thanks for your comment. I agree about anticipating that Murphy’s Law will kick in, but I really underestimated the number of times this would happen, how stressful it would be, and how long it would take to straighten out some of Murphy’s mischief.

By: Belinda Munoz

Belinda Munoz — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:39:58 +0000

Hi Madeleine, congrats on the big move!
And to the section about Murphy’s Law, I think it’s wise to build in room for things to go wrong when we take on big projects with many pieces, especially those that involve other players.

By: Madeleine Kolb

Madeleine Kolb — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:25:39 +0000

@Justin, It is amazing, but what surprised me the most was what a hassle it has been to get disentangled from our prior connections in Seattle and make new connections. Examples: different legal requirements for auto registration and driver’s license; no coverage by my former cellphone service provider in the immediate area of our apartment; and having to find another doctor, car repair place, and so on.

@Anastasiya, Thank you for the kind comment. I’ve followed news of your move on your blog, so my congratulations to you also. I hope that you and your family are very happy and healthy in your new home.