The comfort of "it can't happen here" has historically been a dangerous assumption. I think people who are paralyzed with denial use this phrase or God is still in control as their defense mechanism. I find it annoying. I am
Making plans to relocate by September. I’m mad at myself that I’m still in the USA.
You are correct. It is a luxury with a lot of risk involved. It is still a decision I do not regret. I know families who were committed to leaving, knowing they would have to change their lifestyle. That was a risk they were willing to take.
I do consultations with people wanting to move to Portugal, and right now they are all asking me, “How will we know when it’s *really* time to go?” I will be forwarding them this post. This is exactly what I tell them: be prepared to leave at a moment’s notice, and pay attention to when they start hinting at closing borders for Americans. Because North America can become North Korea real fast.
I’m living in Mexico on SS, which, if it disappears will be an emergency. Online work looks geared to younger folks (I’m 85). It’s a pretty unexpected situation.
YES. Choices!! I would love to hear more about how you navigate schooling abroad. How did you decide where to enroll your little ones? My daughter is still very young (2.5) but I’m already considering my options, in Italy, Spain, and beyond.
The comfort of "it can't happen here" has historically been a dangerous assumption. I think people who are paralyzed with denial use this phrase or God is still in control as their defense mechanism. I find it annoying. I am
Making plans to relocate by September. I’m mad at myself that I’m still in the USA.
Don't be mad. Everything is a process.
Congrats. I'm excited about your plans.
Leaving is a luxury. I hope people who have the ability to do so appreciate it.
You are correct. It is a luxury with a lot of risk involved. It is still a decision I do not regret. I know families who were committed to leaving, knowing they would have to change their lifestyle. That was a risk they were willing to take.
I do consultations with people wanting to move to Portugal, and right now they are all asking me, “How will we know when it’s *really* time to go?” I will be forwarding them this post. This is exactly what I tell them: be prepared to leave at a moment’s notice, and pay attention to when they start hinting at closing borders for Americans. Because North America can become North Korea real fast.
I think you are very on point here.
Thank you! I appreciate the comment.
I’m living in Mexico on SS, which, if it disappears will be an emergency. Online work looks geared to younger folks (I’m 85). It’s a pretty unexpected situation.
This is it
YES. Choices!! I would love to hear more about how you navigate schooling abroad. How did you decide where to enroll your little ones? My daughter is still very young (2.5) but I’m already considering my options, in Italy, Spain, and beyond.