It's been said before: The new American Dream is to leave America. My husband and I have certainly had our share of hard talks lately about where to be. With elderly parents in Idaho and another set in Palm Desert, along with two thriving kids here in SLO, we are tied down. It is a reality check for all those times I've blithely wondered why folks in oppressed situations don't "just leave." While my heart aches to think you might not be minutes away if you move, it is somewhat consoled by the idea of visiting you. Okay, VERY consoled. :)
We could go to our daughter in Australia, but we have to stay with my elderly folks until they pass (90/98). We could be here for the long haul. And we can't leave our kids behind. We'll see how it goes. I'm glad you have this out. xxx and luck!!
Not an easy time...... We, my hubs and I, don'y have the option of seeking asylum from the Trump/Musk/Vance country. We have grand kiddos and health issues that keep us in California. As a California girl born in the 50's I am a rebel and am ready to protest these divisive and archaic times and I am ready to do whatever it takes to defend our democracy and human rights. I am angry!
I hear you Dianne. If I had kids I'd feel very differently. And I SO respect you for being willing to stand up and defend our democracy! Think of the precious values you are teaching those grandkiddos. I am on the fence as to what's right for me, but everyone has to make their own considered choices. After all, we are the adults in the room.
It's been said before: The new American Dream is to leave America. My husband and I have certainly had our share of hard talks lately about where to be. With elderly parents in Idaho and another set in Palm Desert, along with two thriving kids here in SLO, we are tied down. It is a reality check for all those times I've blithely wondered why folks in oppressed situations don't "just leave." While my heart aches to think you might not be minutes away if you move, it is somewhat consoled by the idea of visiting you. Okay, VERY consoled. :)
We could go to our daughter in Australia, but we have to stay with my elderly folks until they pass (90/98). We could be here for the long haul. And we can't leave our kids behind. We'll see how it goes. I'm glad you have this out. xxx and luck!!
Not an easy time...... We, my hubs and I, don'y have the option of seeking asylum from the Trump/Musk/Vance country. We have grand kiddos and health issues that keep us in California. As a California girl born in the 50's I am a rebel and am ready to protest these divisive and archaic times and I am ready to do whatever it takes to defend our democracy and human rights. I am angry!
I hear you Dianne. If I had kids I'd feel very differently. And I SO respect you for being willing to stand up and defend our democracy! Think of the precious values you are teaching those grandkiddos. I am on the fence as to what's right for me, but everyone has to make their own considered choices. After all, we are the adults in the room.