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29th Dec 2019Henry001 commented on:
MOVING HOME ALONE ......AND TO A NEW PART OF THE COUNTRYHi there, I'm newly joined, today! What caught my interest, apart from the prospect of the social interaction, was Suffolknan's posting on relocation. I found the site because I had Googled, "Relocating alone at 62"! I know the posting was a long time ago so am wondering how it woeked out for her, as I'm now in a similar position. I have a lovely home, good neighbours and a good job. All fine on the surface and yet I feel so isolated. With no family (my only daughter lives in Australia) I find that although some of my neighbours are friendly and helpful ... even walking my dog regularly when I was ill, at the weekends and main holidays it's all about family and I can go for days without seeing anyone. A couple of acquaintances I hoped might develop into friendships seem to have fizzled out. It's not that I'm needy; maybe it's just harder to make meaningful connection later in life. I think what I'm trying to say, because it's what I feel, is are there really any pitfalls to relocating? If I add up what I have where I am, what's the real value? I love my home but I have to work full time to keep and maintain it, so I if I downsized I'd have more money and time. I'd also be able choose a nicer environment; more rural or even coastal. I'd love to hear from anyone who has done this. By the way - I am female - Henry was my old Labrador!