Looks like it's going to get HOT again for me . . .

As I suspected, the BF's business trip led into us moving back to FL for the year. I have lots of mixed feelings, but I am concentrating on bringing just the right wardrobe to distract me lol. I alluded to it recently in a thread. http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....r-wardrobe This was right after they called him to fly out for 2 weeks to help out. Well, he just signed a lease for a condo, so it's simply a matter of when and how I get out there to meet him.
I've been pre-packing, sorting stuff to take in one drawer and stuff to stay in another, etc. Putting hanging favorites in the center of the rod and pushing wrong season items to the side. Seems I'm too practiced at this pre packing stuff, huh?
I am leaning heavily on dresses (11) and tanks (12 not including camis and layer tanks). Going much lighter on shoes than last time (13). Taking 6 skirts and 6 shorts. Also, for the drive home in winter (and/or a vacation somewhere not as hot) 4 somewhat lighter jackets and 4 pants, 3 sweaters, 3 long sleeves. And my SUIT!
Oh, and all my loungewear and exercise clothes. And of course all 5 swimsuits!
You'd think that would be enough, right? Well, now that I know I'm headed for hot, hot, hot I want a romper in silk or linen. It's the least I can do for myself with all the turmoil and having to leave a job I just started and really like. Whew. Let the games begin!

13 years ago

Transcona Shannon

Veteran

Wow Mo! You certainly have had quite the year...you are obviously one resilient woman! It sounds like you have your wardrobe pretty sorted on what to take. At least you have experience with hot weather and know how to dress for it. I agree that a romper (I'd choose a linen blend myself) is definitely needed and deserved! Good luck with everything.

nancylee

Wow, indeed. Resilient is definitely the word for you, Mo. You seem to have a great attitude about all this moving around, and I commend you for that.

May I suggest a tee-shirt dress or two? I'm on the hunt for hot weather dresses myself, so I'll keep you posted on what I find. In the meantime, good luck repacking and re-orienting.

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Thanks for seeing me as resilient! I think I just cope well, but yeah, it's kind of a crazy way to live.
Nancylee, I am going to think about a tee shirt dress! I mentioned so on your thread I imagine the tee dress for lounging and casual errands and such, the romper for going out to eat, etc.

Anonymous

Big hugs! You deserve some new hot weather things. Will you have to start looking for a job all over again?

Jaime

Oh my goodness! It seems like you just moved away. Good luck and good for you for taking it so well!

velvetychocolate

Wha???

Wow - you really are very resilient as others have already said. I've done a few drastic moves myself, but not all in one year!

When will this be happening, do you think? Within weeks? Agghhh...I think nancylee's tee-shirt dresses are really a good idea. I haven't been to Florida in the middle of summer, but visiting there in late spring gave me a pretty good idea. Sending over a bucket of iced tea to keep you going through the hot summer days as you get re-settled (again!).

Joy, I would like to work part time but if I don't find work, the BF's job pays well enough to cover us both.
VC, it is basically happening NOW. I have one, maybe two weeks at the most. That's the hard part about all this. When they want him, it's instantaneous, not a month from now. I still don't know if I'm flying or he's coming back and we're driving. And while it is hot in FL in the middle of summer, we are on the water, so a breeze is there to help. And I can jump into the river and swim to the spring where it's 72 year round temp bubbing up

WHAT!? You just got settled back in Tahoe, you are really good at going with the flow and taking life as it comes.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Malina, is this usual for your lifestyle - 6 months in FL and and 6 months in CA?

I know you have all the right stuff for FL

Angie, it's been a year and a half or so in each place lately. 6 months is NOT normal. But then neither is a year and a half is it? lol.
And you are right - I do have the right stuff! As I said, just a romper or tee shirt dress and I think I'm set. Thanks to all of you over the years!

Diana

Wow, I feel like you just got back to Tahoe! Have you even unpacked all your stuff yet? Good luck with the move.

Ah. My word. Moving again. Hard work!

But then, at least it's familiar surroundings, right? And a familiar wardrobe!

cheryle (Dianthus)

You have my admiration for taking it so well. I haven't moved in almost 15 years and am debating it. The work involved is enough to keep me put for a while.

Is there any chance you can get your old job back when you get there? If not, then it is a good thing you have a suit.

goldenpig

Wow, I feel like you just got back to Tahoe! I was hoping to meet you someday! Good thing you have your wardrobe all sorted though! You've got a great attitude about going with the flow.

Will you be near the manatees?

Natalie, *I* feel like I just got back to Tahoe! LOL Since it is where our home is, we will always be back. We'll get to meet! Maybe this winter
Dianthus, the job is seasonal (golf course) so if we return in winter it will be closed. I might be able to do some banquets (Christmas parties, winter weddings) but for now I'm just focused on the next couple weeks. And, yes, good thing I *do* have my suit!

ManidipaM

Mo, you are impressive in how cheerfully you adapt! Splitting myself across two locations this year, I know this isn't as easy as you make it sound for the average mortal --- you're either very good at taking change in your stride *and* we know you're super organized and disciplined too! or you're supergirl...

I like the idea of a romper a smidge more than the T-shirt dress for you, since you already have the great 'paper sack'!

rae

Ah, a sharp U-turn... but you have plenty of practice with the hot weather outfits now, so you will do just fine. I hope you find something to keep you happily occupied in FLA (other than us, that is). Your new suit is going to come in handy!

Kirti

All the best with the move. I am sure you will look fab in Florida

Aida

Aw rats! I too feel like you just got back to Tahoe. I hope the work and move goes well, and that you're back home soon

Alecia

I'm sad that I didn't get a chance to meeting you while you were back in CA. For a bit now, I've been hoping to head up to Tahoe and cajole you into meeting up. Well, if you swing through Sacramento on your way back to Florida, let me know. I'd love to just say hi.

I think it sounds like you've got your clothing needs all sorted. Best of luck with all the transition.

Aw, thanks gals! Sounds like I need to have a winter YLF Tahoe meet up when I return!

christieanne

Wow - big news and change! Life does that sometimes but you seem to be ready to meet the challenge head on.. Isn't it nice to be prepared?
Vibes for good packing and enjoying the last week or so in beautiful Tahoe

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