saltydad

Been an eventful year so far. Mom died in January, been emptying the house of 50 years accumulation of memories. I couldn't afford to buy out m brothers and sister's shares, so had to move. After a lot of looking, I decided to move in to Leisure World in Maryland. I wanted to buy outright something I could afford (no mortgage!). As I'm living by myself, I bought a nice large 1 bedroom co-op. Paid cash, whoopee! Monthly fee isn't exorbitant, and includes all utilities, even basic cable. Since I don't have a car, the shuttle bus is helpful. But I miss my gardens, my pond and my koi. I'm in a 3rd floor unit with a large enclosed balcony, so I moved over some plumeria, hibiscus, all my orchids, some smaller palms, an elephant ear (alocasia gagnea), and 2 small naners- Truly Tiny and a DC in pots. A bunch of lifestyle changes.But its a place I like, and my son Shawn, who's getting married in May in Montauk, can come visit as often as they desire. I just move to the couch in the LR and they get the queen size bed. Isn't that what Dad's do?

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Kat2

Once you're settled, check about gardens there. I believe there are areas available. I just won a tiny house for which I'm paying cash; I'll have .32 acres if all the inspections work out. Settlement is set for 8/29 but probably will be delayed a bit. Having no dirt of my own since 2009, I'm looking forward to digging again. Need a bed, tv and computer plus a lot of determination to make this a home but it will be all mine.

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Jose263

Yep - children are always your children no matter the age. We have switched roles and I'm now the parent and caregiver. Mom is 98 and I'm cleaning my parents home - mom never got rid of anything..Lots of history in that house.

Jose
TJ

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scottu

The beat goes on Howard, keep the faith! I'm right behind you. less work on the big stuff, now you can focus on those little things you never could make enough time for. Hope you know what i mean.

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