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Originally Posted by neech
You're not just whistling Dixie my friend. I'm jealous of the snowbird life.
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Originally Posted by Graystoke
I hear you but I just will never leave Iowa. I love it here and now I have to many grandchildren anchoring me down. I think the key to maintain outside activities throughout the winter. I have my hockey rink, cross country skiing, walks, disc golf if weather permits.
My other strategy is 2-3 weeks in Mexico in February
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My grandparents started going to Texas in 1964. They were 55 and 49. By that time, my Grandfather had terrible arthritis-many years of horse drawn everything and working with his hands. By the time he got to Tulsa, he was better. He could not tolerate cold, not even AC.
When my sister got married-1988, she wanted a December wedding. They said there was no way they would be there if it was December. I get it but still a bit selfish. It only would have been 3 days if they played their cards right.
I never saw them at Christmas--ever. Just phone calls and letters.
Not sure I could do that to future grandchildren, a few weeks and months yes, with visits in between.
My brother in law (60) is in Palm Springs all winter and does not like to come back. Then wonders why his grandchildren do not know him as well. Hmmm.