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Hi I live in the Dr. Phillips area in Orlando. It’s very nice and all the conveniences are just around the corner. No more Disney for us. It does get old after a few years. We love when our guests go, but we prefer to stay home. We get the fireworks every night from Disney, Sea World, and Universal. Yes the traffic is getting worse by the day but we are not ever moving again. We love our home and neighbors. You will learn to adjust to the heat. You will go out early to run errands! Hope you enjoy Florida!
WELCOME TO FLORIDA 😊
Well, hello stranger! It has been a minute since we worked together at Westfield!! I too am relocating in Florida. We bought our house last July and will move there full time in less than a month. You know Florida was always my happy place. Hopefully it will be one of yours now too!
Oh my gosh!! Hello my friend! What part of Florida are you moving to? How are the kids? I'm so happy you are moving to your happy place!
Welcome!! I have lived in central Fl my whole life and live in Windermere. If you need any guidance, let me know!!
Disregard my silly name. I’m Amy B. My son named it when he used to make videos . Lol
Thank you!!
Take care of yourself Jennifer❤. It’s been a lot ❤️
Hi Jennifer, nice to catch up with you. It sounds like you and your family are adjusting well to your new home. It would be so fun to visit the Disney parks on a regular basis. It looks like a beautiful place to live! Take care. ❤
Hi Colleen. Yes, we are adjusting very well! It is fun finding new stores and new restaurants, new walking spots and scenic drives!
Hi Jennifer! Thank you for taking the time to do this sit down q and a video for your followers. You are an example of being positive in all you do! I know you will find your home soon and that I'm sure will help you feel much more settled. You have definitely been through SO MUCH! Take care of yourself! ~ Sherry
Hi Sherry! Thank you so much. There isn't a single day that I don't want to jump on camera and share something or other. I have so many more questions to answer, and I really hope I can get to them soon! I hope you are doing well.
Jennifer, you just emanate warmth and loveliness. Love to hear you’re settling in……it takes time but your positivity is key. Can’t wait to see and hear more about this new adventure! All the best to you and your family!
Your moved really resonated with me. Like you I recently moved from my home of 17 years that I built and absolutely loved. It was for my husbands job as we are also moving towards retirement. I lost my dad around the same time as we moved from our home, friends etc. I also retired early from my career to make the move. We are in a temporary housing situation ( 2 years so far- 1 to go) until with hopefully make our final move. Again like you our middle child moved with us to be near family. I am similar in age to you and have alway had the “ bloom were you are planted” philosophy. But not going to lie this move was definitely the hardest. I wish you the best and thanks for sharing your journey.
Thank you for sharing. I hope everything goes well for you and your family while you are there ☀️ 🌴
Loved the pictures! So beautiful!
I have two questions, Have you seen alligators or crocodiles? How did you meet your husband if you don't mind me asking? You look so sweet together. Loved the video! Oh can we get a tour of your place? No pressure.
Thank you! We have been living here exactly 8 weeks and 2 days...and I have not seen a single alligator even though we have been doing lots of walks in swampy areas and near ponds. However, my daughter saw one near a pond on the side of the road as we were headed to go shopping. Jim and I met in college, at Purdue University in 1985. We married in 1988. He's my everything! :)
@@JustJennifer Awe that's sweet!
Really enjoyed hearing your take on Florida so far. We have been here for almost 2 years and there are definitely positives and negatives. Winters are amazing. Summers not so much. But the thing I miss the most is really fall. We decided last year to plan for some extended vacations in the fall somewhere where we can experience the beautiful foliage (and sweater weather). Aside from that, like you, this is a journey and not a destination. Enjoy the sunshine and blue skies and maybe we can meet up one day at cocoa beach. I’ve been wanting to check that out! Welcome and cheers to new adventures! ❤
Hi Laura! I just know that fall will be rough for me sitting here in sweltering heat. I like your idea of fall getaways. Even if it's only a long weekend, it would be so nice!!
Loved this video, Jennifer. I was planning to move to Central Florida after college in the nineties but never went through with it. It has been on my mind lately. Glad that you are enjoying this journey and thank you for sharing it with us.
Hi Jennifer, I really enjoyed catching up with you today! I wish that I could give you a huge hug, you’ve been through so much this past year. I hope that you can find a home and get settled in. It’s a big stress being in limbo.
Orlando seems quite nice! I’ve been twice, but stayed at Disney.
I’m so envious of the sunny weather and that huge lanai. We’re still buried under snow here.
Enjoy your visit with Claire and Gracie.
All the best to you and your family. ❤
Hi Cathy, Thank you so much! You are just the sweetest. I am so excited to see Claire and Gracie. It has been way too long! Sending you a hug back and some Florida sunshine, too!! ☀️
Wonderful hearing about this new chapter in your family lives. ❤
I'm so happy for you and your new chapter!
I hope everything falls into place for you in Florida. My condolences on losing your parents. You are very fortunate to experience this chapter of you life where alot of people only dream of living.😊
Thank you so much! Yes, this time in Florida is a nice surprise that we never even thought we'd have. We plan to take full advantage of it and create a ton of Florida memories.
Jennifer! What an amazing video. “Bloom where you are planted” is my new life motto, btw. But also you look so radiant and so happy and just at peace and I hope you are feeling that inside (or as close to it as you can get) too! So much love and since we’re in our one to two weeks of spring I’m absolutely feeling you on so much of this! So much love and big hugs to you and the family. Thank you always for your eternally positive outlook on life! It reminds others (me) to be too. ❤❤❤
Really enjoyed hearing your thoughts on the move and your positive attitude. I know these last few years have been very tough for you. I'm glad you are focused on enjoying the Florida experience, and treating life as an adventure. Looking forward to following along! Good luck with finding a house!
Welcome to Florida! Love this video so much, thanks for sharing. ❤
Hi Jennifer, Thank you so much for sharing. So sorry for your loss of both your parents. I also do love the snowfall :) . I hope your family will be happy in Florida. xx Linda
Beautiful pics. Looks like a permanent vacation living there! 😍 With my husband being retired military and still works for the military as a retiree we’ve moved a lot over the years. I can say that there is beauty in everywhere we’ve been. It does take the first whole year to settle in but then after that you’ll feel at home. Like you said bloom where planted. 🌹
It does feel a bit like living on vacation. I can get used to this! I agree that it takes a full year to feel settled somewhere new. At the moment, I'm just excited that I can now drive to the PO Box and Target without using my navigation! I'm learning the lay of the land! Baby steps :)
Your attitude is so refreshing.
Thank you so much!
Jennifer - I live in Tampa, but not originally from Florida. It gets hot in March/April but November - February are miraculous. Welcome!
Hi! Born and raised in Chicagoland, in Bloomingdale now and have family in St Charles. Totally agree with everything you’ve said about Chicago…love all the seasons, even the snow!! People think it’s a frozen tundra here and that is so far from the truth! I have similar thoughts about Florida as you do….hot, humid, muggy but like you said it’s not fair to think that way unless you’ve actually experienced it (just like how people think of Chicago…not fair lol!) You have the most positive attitude and upbeat personality and I think it’s fantastic that you have the opportunity to travel and move around and experience other places. Good for you! Cheers to your new Florida adventure! Enjoy!
❤Jennifer I love your adventurous attitude. We are empty nesters and we too want to venture out to see new things throughout the world. Love the pics! Good luck with house hunting!
I love hearing about your experience so far in Florida. I'm so glad you all are going to Disney and enjoying it being so close by.
Thanks! I'm really enjoying being able to do Disney in short stints instead of all day, exhausting events. It's a game changer that I am very grateful to be able to have.
Hi Jennifer what a lovely video…Wishing you find the home you need next in your family’s life❤ x
Welcome to FL! I’m a native Floridian and I’ve lived in S. FL my whole life. I feel like I always get my seasonal depression in the summer and early fall because the heat is so oppressive, I just want to stay inside 24-7. I have a dog who loves his long walks so it doesn’t work that way LOL. Just give yourself grace when the heat rolls in around May. ❤
Jennifer, I am so happy and proud of you! I lived in Chicagoland for years, and started to laugh when you talked about the week of Spring! 😂😂😂. Life is so much sweeter being positive, because you attract positive/happy vibes from the Universe. It will take a little time to meet people and get to know them, but no worries, I know you can climb any mountain with a smile 😊. Having your daughter is fun, for you both, starting a new chapter together! Thank you for making this video, I can speak for all of your Fans to say, “We are so happy for you, after this past 12 months, we all need to celebrate the wonders of life and friendship❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉. I will confess, I love reptiles in handbags and shoes only😂😂😂😂Happy Women’s Day, you are the perfect example of a can do attitude we all can mirror. ❤️👏❤️👏❤️👏
It’s good to hear that you are settling in and enjoying Florida. I hope you find your dream house soon.
Jennifer my brother winters in Florida & they do that a lot… they hop over to ride one of their favorite rides & maybe have lunch and head home. We moved from the East coast to Texas & while it was culture shock I am loving the adventure! I am in my early 50’s and have never left my birth state. Life’s too short not to experience different things. Hope y’all find the home you’re looking for. 🌴
I have been following you for several years. In the beginning it was all about LVs and purse collections and believe me I spent a ton! You’re a very good influencer… Now… I watch you and I sense a different connection… more about life and transitions and the human journey. I’m constantly amazed at our commonality. Love of purses lol, death of both parents within a year recently, gestational diabetes during pregnancy, and a grand dog! I had a dog also named Gracie who passed recently. It’s just these little things that keep me amazed. You moved from a place you loved and I did too 4 yrs ago. I’m seeing you shine even thru the changes and I want you to know that now I don’t think of you as an influencer but as a inspiration. I do hope you like winter garden or Clermont as my dad used to live in those areas before moving back to Texas. They are beautiful areas. We support you and I hope you know and feel the appreciation for all the light you’re sending out. Find a house soon!!! Decorating will be FUN❤
Thank you, Julie, from the bottom of my heart. What a lovely thing to say. It sounds like we are living parallel lives in a lot of ways! If you ever find yourself in the Orlando area, lets try to meet. Thank you again for your incredible kindness. And YES...I can't wait to decorate!! ♥️
I'm excited about the gardening! In that climate!! Heaven!
A wedding in New Zealand! That sounds like a dream! Glad you’re doing so well in FL. Can’t wait to hear how the houses looked. I’m so excited for you!
Best of luck in Orlando Jennifer! They are lucky to have such a great soul joining the community! I try to think positive too but it's nice hear your perspective. 💗🌴
Aww, thank you so much!
I’ve been thinking of you…so glad to have an update of how you’re moving along and settling in to your new “habitat.” Can’t wait to see your video on the house hunting process. You look happy & healthy. So excited for you having your daughters and sweet Gracie all together soon. Take care, ~Christina
I have been missing your videos!!! Angela from Alabama sends lots of love and the biggest blessings for your new journey ❤
Thank you so much!!
Looking great as always Jennifer....and a great Q & A ~ you are so lovely and wonderful example to all. Proud of you....keep thinking positive, keep having fun, loved the pictures! Good luck with the house hunting......hoping you find it soon! Sending lots of love!
Thank you Cindy. It is refreshing to be in a new place and see new things. I hope you are well and having some adventures, too!
Such a nice catch-up with you. I’ve missed you. Maybe a few vlogs? I think of super hot weather as being the same as super cold weather. Ya just don’t go out! And when you do, you dress (or undress 😉) for it. Early mornings and after sundown. Your positivity is beautiful ❤🌞🌴
So fun I just found you and I live in Clermont 😊 some homes do have basements in Clermont if that’s important! Also you’ll be just fine in the summer you adjust and yes it’s hot and muggy but you find more things to do inside and switch to walking outside in the mornings 😅
Love the Florida bucket list book. You have a great home base to venture out and explore all of Florida and nearby states. 🌴
My bestie, who also recently moved (from Illinois to California) sent that book to me, and I am loving it! Finding new places to explore on every page!
What a blessing you are! 💛
Thank you so much 🌼
If you purchase a Landrys card online for $25, you can go to any landrys restaurant, including Yak and Yeti, without a reservation. You get to be head of the line. You also get a $25 gift card, so it works out that it is free.
Interesting! I'll look into that. Thanks!
I love following your journey. We’ll probably be in a similar situation within a few years. 😊
Definitely keep a close eye on Gracie! That was my first thought when you said your kiddo was coming with the pup!
Every time we go to Florida we take our pups (well only one now our Gracie passed away May 2022) I have huge anxiety for the first few days for sure. Ive never had an issue but I like to say its because Im so high alert :-p
A few months in Florida.. I can’t imagine you would want the nasty weather again of Illinois!
HI, it’s Laura from Tx. Good luck on finding a new home. Fl and Tx we get what we call snowbirds or winter Texans. Fl is like another melting pot, especially in the Miami area. If you get a chance drive or fly over to Destin, the Emerald coast area. It’s absolutely gorgeous. Now that’s a dream nice retirement spot for us or own a vacation home.
For the Disney restaurants start searching 24-48 hours before a day you want because that’s when you will find open spots for cancellations. Folks will get charged if they don’t cancel. I got lucky and scored a last minute dinner reservation at the Grand Floridian on our last night when we visited in November.
And big tip…. Be sure to reserve a spot for dinner there come the holidays when it’s decorated for Christmas and you can see their huge life size gingerbread house. It’s a mini bakery and they sell a ton of treats and a small gingerbread house you can use as a centerpiece. (I may have posted pics of it on my RUclips channel for the video I did on Lily loves Disney). It’s a must see that gingerbread house. If I had more room in my luggage I would have brought home a house. But now I know for next time. LOL
I’m sure you will adjust to Fl nicely. You can always plan a trip to a cold place when you miss the snow. 😊
I hope you find a home you love soon. Your daughter is beautiful!! I bet it’s nice getting more time together. What does your hubby do for work?? I’m guessing consulting with all the travel and living in St. Charles. My hubby worked at Anderson very early in his career and went out to St. Charles quite a bit.
Hi Jennifer! I laughed when you Said you were surprised about the community there. As a Brazilian myself i can Tell you brazilians also get surprised and some even frustrated when they move to Orlando, they think they're going to learn english better and make american friends but get surrounded by the BR people.
Im so Sorry for what you've been through family wise 💐
Hope you feel more settled soon!
Welcome to Orlando, I live in Winderemere too, this is a great area to live 🥰
Greetings to Florida. I love hearing you are enjoying your adventure so far. I have always appreciate Albert Einstein‘ quote: we have to think anyway. why not positive then. 😊😘
I lived in St. Charles for 10 years! Graduated from North. I moved down to Tampa for college and never left! I totally understand your views on central Florida as someone from the Midwest. If you even venture to Tampa you have to visit these places; Oxford Exchange, Hyde Park, Armature Works, Sparkman Wharf. They also just opened a Portillo’s in Orlando so that should feel like a little slice of home. We also have Rosatis!
Hi Rachel. St. Charles is fabulous! Thanks for the recommendations in Tampa. I will check those out, for sure!
(Portillos and Rosatis...YUM)
All I can say Jennifer is that you have a great attitude and I want to be you when I grow up…..and I’m 66!! 😂. You’re making the best of Florida
You are adapting so well and I’m sure having your daughter with you has made the transition a bit easier! Will she leave Florida when and if you do? Hope your house hunting turns up something wonderful! I will admit, I have been here 50 + years and the heat has finally gotten to us. We are currently looking to retire in cooler weather, and we too are looking for more room! I had to laugh when you said you do things differently…we do too!!! The bright blue skies will help to elevate your mood and spirits…enjoy them!🥰🌴
Hi Jennifer
Nice to hear all about your Florida journey. My husband and I are trying to figure out where we want to go for the second phase of our life and I definitely want to have some seasons again. Believe it or not the warm sunny weather does get old for some😊 and we are ready for something different. I hope you have a wonderful visit with your daughter and Gracie. Good luck on the house search, hopefully something will work out soon🤞. And looking forward to that house tour😁
Hi Lynn! Isn't it interesting trying to figure out where you want to go for the next phase of life? Especially when you have lots of choices. I can imagine that the sunny days can get "old" after awhile. A couple days ago Jim and I ran out to the patio and just stared at the rain coming down outside. We both had to laugh since we were acting like we'd never seen rain before!
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Exactly 😂you really do get to that point when you live in a sunny climate all the time.
Well you've certainly had an eventful year! I think you're incredible to have managed to juggle and process everything. I love your saying "bloom where you're planted". What a fantastic outlook on life. You're certainly blooming - you look younger than ever!!! Fingers crossed for finding your new home. It's wonderful Cally is with you. I know how much family means to you. I cannot wait to see little Gracie exploring. Take care my lovely friend. Xxxx.
Hi Jennifer ! I have lived in Winter Park for the past 25 years after moving from Long Grove .. please check out Winter Park in your house search. The airplane situation is not true! There are lots of Midwestern people here in WP you would love it .. I would be happy to meet up and show you around!
Wait till you find out what has been going on with Disney especially under the tunnels of Disney World. It's appalling!!
I cannot believe how much the Orlando area has grown with so much new construction going on. I live in SW Florida. Do you know about the massive new train terminal under construction at the airport? The Brightline train will run from Orlando to WPB, Boca, Ft.Lauderdale, and Miami? Traffic is pretty rough there and not a Disney fan but it is nice that everything is so new. Enjoy!!!😊
Orlando has grown and changed so much, I have learned. I am absolutely amazed at the massive construction projects happening in the far west areas (Clermont, Winter Garden...) I read about the Brightline train project! That will be wonderful when it's up and running. Thanks!!
So awesome! I understand that you loved the Midwest 4 amazing seasons as so do I🥰☀❄🍁🌷…..and yes for sure BE Careful with the doggie as there’s so many alligators and other things down there😣….we were in Orlando for vacation many times and once-riding our bikes an armadillo jumped out at me from someone’s front bushes, I fell off my bike😱😂☹….we continued in the bike path only to find an alligator sitting right in the middle of the path😳…..so be careful……but Disney and Universal and so many other fun beautiful things to do as well🥰 take care
Oh my gosh! Perhaps the armadillo was trying to warn you about the alligator blocking the path!
Is it worth buying a house if its so short term? Could you see yourself renting for 7yrs?
Hi Emily! We have looked into long term renting, house or apartment, etc. The rent prices are very high for what you get and are subject to go up every year. (example- our current furnished 3 bedroom apartment is $8000/mo.) Also, we have our Illinois house items in climate controlled storage ($1800/mo). So, if we rented somewhere big enough to contain our house items in order to save the storage costs, it would be extremely expensive. We are hoping to find a house that will appreciate in cost so we will hopefully make money on the time here rather than spending $75-100k a year on rent that we don't get back in equity. I guess only time will tell if we are making the right decision.
@@JustJennifer when you put it like that, buying makes PERFECT SENSE!!
Did you go to Blue Springs to see the manatees? My favorite place to visit them!
So good to see you!
Thank you!
There are has beautiful homes in Golden Oaks(Disney)
Yes, it is a gorgeous area! However, there is only one house for sale there currently. That is the problem with many of the areas we like.... So little on the market to choose from.
Hi, I just wanted to give you a couple of suggestions. Golden Oaks is right there and they have beautiful houses there. I know someone that lives there and also a realtor her name is Tiffany Pantozza at align real estate. I think that would be a good match. I’m sure you’ve got a realtor but you know she really really knows the area very well and is in high end purchasing and sells and things like that. Also, her husband is a former football player lol.
Nice q and a video
Thanks for the update! Curious about the Disney World passes. Every Florida resident gets a pass? Is there an annual charge? Thanks for any info 😊
Hi! Florida residents have to opportunity to purchase an annual Pixie Pass ($399). If you go to a Disney park more than 3 times in a year, it pays for itself. It has some blackout dates and a few restrictions...but they all work out perfectly for our needs.
😉Hi Thanks for sharing my Friend. Maybe a Florida Vlog. Take Care 💟
Yes! I will do that. ♥️