Always thought doing same, but I thought that needed lots of money fr the unknowns !! But listening to your vibs on what it matters most , I think we can do this traveling with modest expenditure. Thanks much
@@smallhouseinthemeadow6131 The stuff I can part with ... not easily, I admit, but I can. The animals are really my anchor ... my four dogs, two cats, and beautiful horse. How could I leave them behind? So animals more than stuff is what prevents me from this type of wandering. Also, a lack of imagination. I have followed the prescribed "path" and these videos make me realize how little I have ever questioned whether that path has led to much happiness. So much to ponder.
In my mind… we travel and vacation often. But my sister was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia last April at the age of 75, she lives alone so I take her for her appointments a few times a week. I also have a 14 year old pup that has severe hip dysplasia that I won’t leave alone very long and honestly have passed on our recent vacations . A to Zen life has videos where she did what you are doing, she mentioned they may be moving back from Germany …she is a minimalist also.
I did not expect to be going through a divorce at 56 after 26 years of marriage. Got on a plane in San Francisco with 2 suitcases and moved to Portugal. No regrets. Beautiful places, amazing people, and I feel so grateful to have this new adventure. It sometimes feels surreal, but there is so much I want to learn and see, that I feel lucky to be able to experience new things and new places.
After living in the United States for 22 years, I finally moved back to Argentina. I retired at the age of 43. I am living my dreamed life. Without realizing it I became a minimalist. After living in the USA and working 60+ hours a week for most of my adult life I am more than grateful for my new life in Argentina. Good luck on your new life!
Not hard to do when you have a spouse that is helping you and your grown children are overseas to guide you along. The ones that are all alone, over 60, 70, and even 80, leaving everything behind and are all alone are truly brave and adventurous. Lots of those brave people on UA-cam to watch. Good Luck!
She's very fortunate in life to have the 3 children, a supportive spouse, 2 flexible jobs & their health that all works together to achieve her goals of family & adventure.
So happy to have found this video, I’m going through a similar situation with children and relatives in different places, and trying to make sense of this new chapter. So relieved to see other people ahead of me in this journey, thank you.
Like yourselves, I sold everything, packed two suitcases, and moved to Ecuador. Solo. 13 years ago. Best decision of my life. And honestly, I’ve never looked back. I’m from San Francisco and I loved my city. But seeing what’s happening up there now has absolutely verified my decision of so many years ago. I travel, experience life, integrated myself into a new culture, I study and learn, I have transformed into a much more relaxed and anxiety free person. I smell the roses everyday. So I applaud you and your husband doing what you’re doing. It’s incredibly liberating. And after a few years you’ll look back and wonder why you didn’t do it before. Now days I don’t ever look back. Living the here and now. It is truly wonderful. Best to you and yours.
I too quit my job, sold and gave away all material things, bought one way ticket across the Pacific and now living in an island. Life is so refreshing and invigorating. GL!
If you love somebody totally as you and your husband do Connie then I believe this love transcends everything. I had this with my late wife. Now I travel on my own but her spirit is with me every minute of the day
@@johnhutchison2268 Buddha is dead and in the grave. He did not die on a cross to save the world from their sins. My saviour Jesus Christ lives. He rose from the Grave on the 3rd day. "all of man's wisdom is but foolishness to God." Thinking deep thoughts and trying to be one with the universe that God created will not save your soul. I hope you don't celebrate Christ mas or Easter. or Thanksgiving.
😢♥️💗this video was a tearjerker. I’m so happy for you and for this new chapter in your life. I’m 42 and I could not hold back the tears because your experience is almost like what I had planned at this moment in my life, but life has its own plan. I’m not married and accepting many realities about my current partner and our relationship. It must be wonderful to have someone special to hold your hand through all the seasons of life. An ocean of blessings for you both ♥️🙏
Don't wait, act NOW ! It may be that staying in the relationsip is right, but only you will know your deepest concerns. Take notice of those fears at the back of your mind. Acting NOW ! is my mantra for the moment. We had planned to be in France at this moment, I had great plans for making a living there , being with our friends , walking by the river and sanding and polishing the oak staircase that was messed up when we had some work done on the house. Two days before our flight my Nearest and Dearest was in hospital with a less than cheerful diagnosis. Never again will I hesitate to GO when our hearts say GO! Blesings for whatever you decide to do...but don't forget there may well be other hands to hold through good times and bad for evermore, You will never know unles you go for an "Adventure" and see what is out there.
I sold everything and made plans to travel the world. I had the first 6 months planned out. A week before I was to leave for Bali, my starting point, all international travel shut down due to Covid. It was March 2020. I didn’t have a bed, a fork, nothing. And I’d given up my lease on my apartment. So I stayed with family and friends over the summer, bought an airstream, and, over a three martini lunch with girlfriends, ended up with a sheepadoodle puppy named Norman. We toured the US for about 6 months. Just me and my dog. He got bigger and the already small trailer got smaller, so I ended up selling it. I’m now working again in Minneapolis and rent a house with a small fenced yard. I still travel, but it’s spaced out. 🙂 I’ll retire retire in about 4 years. I didn’t ever think I would be alone this long post divorce (8 years), or that I’d get laid off from a great job after 15 years, or that my mom would die as soon as she did, etc… All of these life changes altered the kinds of future paths I could choose. And that’s how I ended up where I am now. I viewed most of these changes simply as interesting plot twists in my story. (The exception,of course, being the death of my mother). But honestly, without those unexpected, sometimes life changing moments, it’d be a pretty boring life story. I don’t want twists all the time, mind you. But I’ve learned to go with the flow and just think, “Ok. What else could I do instead?” And I can hear my mom laughing when it doesn’t exactly go my way. 😀 I wish you the best on your journey!
Thank you for sharing. Your story is so relatable for me. After a series of twists and turns (including the pandemic) we had to cancel plans to travel the world multiple times.. and now have moved back to my home town to care for my ailing mother. Of course, the only choice for me is to go with the flow. I'm grateful for this time with my mom. I admire your ability to flow with life ✨️ and I'm sorry for your loss of your mother.
I love how you present yourself and your videos. In July 2022, my husband and I left our jobs, gave our kids most of our furniture, sold the home we raised the kids in and took off in our RV. It's been 8 months and 30 states so far. We gave ourselves a year to discover a new home after living in the same town all our lives. We've truly had an adventure and I know you will too!
Michelle that's amazing, my husband and I are planning on traveling within the States, not sure what type of RV to purchase 🤔 any suggestions? Thank you kindly for your answer 😊
@@asapasiafury4100 It's hard to offer advice to someone on an RV selection as there are just too many factors to consider. We purchased a 29' 5th wheel and it was perfect for our needs. I wouldn't have gone any larger or smaller.
I would of loved to do this, but now my significant other and I separated after 12 years, and I am stuck taking care of my elderly mom. Maybe some day when I am free I will be able to do this.
You are such an inspiration to me! Living a lighter, freer,nomadic life is a dream of mine. Wishing you and your husband safe travels, and much happiness and contentment as your new chapter of life begins!
Connie: YOU certainly have an amazing free spirit that is to be admired. For what it is worth, I don't recall ANY grandmother looking as fresh and young as you. Life agrees with you, for sure. How fortunate it is that your Hubby shares similar interests and simple joys. Kudos to both of you as you move along your journeys. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.
My dearest friends did this for eight years then suddenly, her husband had a stroke. All travel stopped and they had to rely on family and start over acquiring what they needed to care for his debilitating health. This sounds romantic and adventurous but people forget you grow old and this may not be doable in the long term.
That could have happened if they stayed in the United States, too. Perhaps it’s a lesson in preparing financially for health crises, rather than a lesson to not move.
One chapter after the other, they créate mémories, will enjoy their children and babies,...life is a choice, and they do all possible to maintain a good health ( no obésity, frugal simple life, exercice,...) I'm happy for them !!! Blessings +++!!!
Greetings from Portugal! Been an legal resident since 2016...Orginally from Texas! In 2014 after struggling with medical issues...I booked a 1 way ticket to Mexico City and 15 month's later ended up in Brasil...It was do or die...After frustrating years of no answers from Doctor's and another prescription that made me worse...That Journey saved and changed my life for good...I completley healed from my medical conditions and made peace with my past...It's about Energy and living in the present...It's also about loving yourself first and taking the only body, mind and spirit and nourshing it with authentic and holistic exercise, nutrition and etc. but the same with people, places and things...Removing all Toxic Energy...Fear is what keeps most folks trapped...Be kind to yourself and get out in it...Sending Blessings and Positive energy to all on the Journey! 🇵🇹😉🙏😇✌️🤘🤙 ..
I'm in Texas, been here all my life. As the U.S. has been circling the drain lately, I am considering alternate countries to live in. I'm retired and do not need to work to live. What is your honest opinion of Portugal?
Such a heartwarming video about your journey. I met my wife in Canada 12 years ago and we sold everything and moved to the Philippines. No regrets, my wife just built her home here and we are enjoying our journey together. Both of our daughters were also born in the Philippines. We want to travel more in the future and explore this world. It is a liberating feeling to let go of worldly possessions and make a major move, the journey has more to offer than the destination.
This is so beautiful! You’ve truly lived a life of abundance by being a minimalist. I remember the calm that came over my earthy spirit when I found your channel. I lived a life of everything because of not having as a child. I lost my career during the pandemic and I never went back to work.. I have found such peace and balance not having all the extra cash I use to have. To wake up and go to bed without having work in the morning, Spending time with my dad has been priceless. ❤ Thank you for showing the keys to a blissful life.
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much for sharing your story. Sometimes, when life gets turned upside down we find peace. Sending you continued happiness & peace my friend.
@@ConnieRiet 💕❤️💐 you’ve changed and inspired my entire life… I’m packing up all of excess items now for sale and donating. I just sent your videos to my neighbor. I’m Grateful to be gifted with the gift of your graciousness! 🙏 Thank you!!
Hi Connie, I wish you and your husband the very best in this new chapter in your lives. ‘May the road rise to meet you. May the wind always be at your back’. (Part of an Irish blessing.)
My husband and I left everything in Canada....sold most everything and left our 3 kids. Our youngest started univ. We are in the states now starting over here for my mom who needed us. It's been hard but an adventure. I miss our kids everyday.
I think it is so sad we have lost the beauty of. Multi generational families living together. I partially blame the university system that says your children must live far away from family and that career and ambition is more important than family ties. I am sorry you were forced to make this choice in order to be near your own children.❤️ I can feel your pain and sorrow and loss beneath the words. Prayers for you both.
Well said..our son just moved back in lost his job during covid..we r enjoying him near again we leave him alone and he leaves us alone..we hope he stays ..so he can save some money..and in our 70s he helps us with chores we can no longer do big plus is here when we go camping and don't have to board the pets..
Yes, only blessed with one child full of wonderlust and distant and a husband who won't move from his chair even to go out for dinner.... 🙁 and all I ever wanted was family....
I took a leap of faith about 7 years ago and started drastically down sizing wanting to hit the road. My partner fell ill with cancer, fought it and won!🙏 However, we've been stalled as his physical strength has not been restored and navigating a life threatening disease has cost us financially as well. I wish you both a journey of love, peace and happiness. And pray you receive many blessings while creating life long memories. I will continue watching. I'm excited to see where life takes you. Be safe and God Bless. Lisa
Did this many years ago when life was even simpler when I was quite young. Would not have missed it for the world, but would not do it in this day and age. I didn’t see every place, just the places that I have always dreamed of. And then a few others. You will enjoy this adventure. Coming home was the most difficult thing of my life. But, I didn’t have family living abroad. That makes a big difference. Having people that are family wherever you’re going to be. That does resonate with having the real sense of “home“ because home is not a place, it is the people that we love and, who love us. Enjoy your great adventure, and peace be with you and yours!
Congratulations! This is so exciting! You are living my fantasy life. I always think it’s great when parents raise children who have the confidence and feeling of support and security to travel and move abroad. You won’t need boxes or a suitcase for the priceless memories you will be making!
Connie & husband: I am extremely happy for you!!! I kinda sensed you were planning on doing something of this sort in your last video. The world is changing everyday...most recently the past few years. The world is big and vast and there is so much of it that none of us has seen everything. I got teary 🥹 eyes when you talked about your children. You and your husband raised wonderful independent children who was not afraid to think outside the box and move to another country to live "their lives" to the fullest! Safe travels my friends. I may see you in Europe some day. 🤗
I travel the World when my schedule permits. Mexico, Costa Rica, Europe. But there is something about having a home base. When I travel regardless of how incredible the trip was, I yearn to get back to my...place, my space.. my life! Mine is small and simple. A loft in the Chinatown district of my city. I call it Basecamp. The kids are the easy part. Its the aging parents that can totally alter your plans overnight. I plan to spend much time in Thailand and Bali. Someday. But currently have a parent who is in long term care with Dementia.
Amazing! In college I spent time traveling Europe and Japan mostly by myself. 6 years later, I have a husband, 3 year old, and newborn… we will likely spend most of the next 15 years domestic. As an experienced traveler, I honestly hate traveling with babies/toddlers and look forward to the day that we can resume world travels either with older kids or just as a couple. But for now, I am enjoying the phase of life where I’m home with a baby sleeping on my chest!
That's amazing, I always wanted to travel to Japan. I hope I get there one of these days. What tips would you give women traveling there for the first time?
@@rosegombos2120 True, but so can crossing the street, driving a vehicle, or living alone. Women, especially, need to stay mindful and sober, be aware of their surroundings, and take steps to ensure their safety. I'd be safer in many countries than I would be in the south side of my town. That being said, I would steer clear of Mexico, Brazil, Haiti, and other high crime countries.
@@heatherwhittaker6169 It depends on what country. Just because you choose to be cautious doesn't mean you aren't "living". It's all "living" until you get thrown in jail for a huge misunderstanding (because of the language barrier) and there is no one to advocate for you or get you help or even know your situation. True story of a friend of mine.
I’m so excited for you & your husband. That explains having to donate all of your keepsakes that had meaning to you. That had to be the hardest thing to do. Wishing you the best of luck on your new journey, and I’m sure your children are so looking forward to having you and you husband closer to them and, being a part of their lives. 💜
Hi Connie, I just discovered your channel today and want to tell you…you are a breath of fresh air to me! Thank you for sharing your life and giving others positive advice!💕. I’m a single senior, Grammy/Mimi of 7 beautiful grandchildren ages 12-27. I’ve been struggling lately because I’ve been watching too much world news. You are exactly what I needed tonight and look forward to watching all of your videos🥰. Can’t wait to see what your next chapter brings you and your husband❤️ Sincerely, Penny
Connie Riet, your calmness within a period of instability & traveling on new turf, has been pleasurable to watch. I don't know where you are now after the 18 months since uploading your video? May you be healthy, happy and on a continuous learning journey. Bless you & your Hubby, Connie 🙏🙏 Paula
Very happy for you and your husband, Connie. I wish you guys the best in your new adventures together. Thank you for being such an inspiration for me these last few years. I, too, had a car accident where I sustained a TBI. I am still dealing with the affects 5 years later, but I feel each day brings the new possibility of healing. Having someone to relate with has helped me to not feel alone in this process. I really love your videos and look forward to you sharing a little of our big-small world as you begin your new journey!
What a lovely life you are creating! I remember when my last child moved out I looked around and thought how important having that home was, one that we could all fit in (our family of 6) and how quickly they grew and moved on. Like you I just stood there gazing at the last empty bedroom. I to thought that we had so many good times in that home that I will cherish but now life unfolds in other ways…what a gift it is that you get to follow your heart, and children, around the world. Discovering who you are ~being free to be present to your adult children and free of all your baggage. Free to move about and explore… Thanks for sharing your journey, the aches and the joys along the way.
Connie, I just stumbled onto your blog. You’re at such peace with everything around you. I debate frequently about what you are doing. However, I’m 79 and think of myself as a young soul. I love travel and have taken my first trips to Europe alone. Everyplace I visit, I think is this home. Congratulations on your sense of freedom. Your husband is very handsome and strong. You are a great team!
WOW! What a wonderful adventure awaits you! My parents moved us from Germany to NY in the USA when I was 12 even though back then I didn’t want to leave, but I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. In 2000 my husband and I moved to CA after I successfully came through Stage III ovarian cancer surgery and chemo. He had already taken an early retirement and I quit my job because who knew how much longer I had to live. I’m happy to still be around. However, our travels have been cut short since my husband’s dementia diagnosis. I worked for Lufthansa so we did a whole lot of traveling up to 2016. I’m still caring for him at home, with caregiver help, but I am considering respite care for him so I can take a trip to the East Coast in June to visit old friends and his sister who I’m very close to. And in August I’d love to go back to my homeland, Germany, to celebrate my sister’s 90th birthday. Praying all that comes about. It’s a difficult journey right now.
You certainly have a full plate. I would definitely recommend respite care because you need to recharge yourself with things that make you happy and carefree, if only for a while. I wish you the best.
I too am very lucky and grateful to be born and raised in my country, and to have lived a fortunate and blessed life. Your positive outlook will ensure everything will go well. Thank you for inspiring me to get out and have a go! I wish you well in your adventures and I look forward to following you on your journeys. Greetings from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
After a second time marriage and the successful flight of my flock, we moved into a 19' motorhome and travelled Canada until covid hit. It allowed us everything you are reaching for. Go well, Connie💖
My husband and I are now 55/60-ish, and in the past couple of years graduated from local tenting on vacations, to traveling around the US together in our truck camper! Tight space, sometimes challenging, sometimes stressful, but so joy-filled and fun! We are loving it, and yes, it's romantic! We are still enjoying our home, but thinking ahead to the day when we might sell it (or rent it out) & buy a van...dreaming, dreaming...
I've only recently started following you. I love that you have the opportunity to venture off and get to spend time with each child in the places they've chosen to live. Wishing you many wonderful experiences along the way. Be well, stay safe. 😊❤
Congratulations Connie to you and your family ❤. What fun it will be to have more time with your family in the various countries they live. I look forward to hearing about your new adventures.
Connie,great move. When the grandchildren are young that’s the time to build a relationship with them. I spend more time with my two youngest one as your needed more also. I spend more time them now that we are retired. It’s all good. Safe travels and lots of hugs❤
Am extremely happy for you and wish you all the best as you turn a new page and phase. I can't wait to experience the joy of what you're about to embark on, through your eyes❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ stay blessed!!!
It takes a lot of courage and detachment to make such a big change in one's life. Most of us can only dream of living life as you've chosen to do. Can't wait to see your journey. Sending you my best wishes for safe and happy travels.
"Many of us spend our whole lives running from feelings with the mistaken belief that we cannot bear the pain. But you have already born the pain. What you have not done is feel all you are, beyond that pain." ~ Kahlil Gibran Thank you, Connie for this most inspirational video. Most grateful.
Congratulations on taking this HUGE step to downsize to live and travel minimally. Very excited for you and your husband. And to spend more time with your children makes so much sense. Safe travels! You inspire us all. God bless you all.
As of this date, my wife and I are in our 50's and we're inspired. We were both teary eyed while watching one of your videos. Thank you for sharing. God Bless you and your husband.
Hi Connie, I came across your videos a few days ago. Some of your path is so similar to mine. You are such an inspiration and your calming voice is wonderful. Enjoy your new adventures 🙏🏻❤
We ( my husband, myself and our 2 young kids) just recently moved from Australia to Scotland! It was 3 years in the making and we sold or donated everything we owned and moved with only having a suitcase and bag each. Its been liberating! Scary and wonderful and so blessed to finally feel at home.
@@renatawach743 Scotland is beautiful. Right now it’s in the transition from winter to summer (spring is a bit odd) and it’s glorious with its deep greens and grey skies. I don’t miss Aussie weather at all!! No more 45°c days, brown and grey landscapes… Australia is really only “pretty” on the coastal areas. We lived in cattle country Aussie. Healthcare and education are very different and taking a bit to get used too. Some things are easier and somethings are wildly different
Dear Connie, congrats on your decision! I'm actually an Italian moved to the United States 😄 I'm sooooo excited for you and your new chapter! Many blessings!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful story ❤ I wish you and your husband a wonderful time living a nomadic life, seeing your children and grandchildren thrive ✨
What an amazing life you're creating! I am fascinated by your experience and am thankful that you're sharing your journey here on UA-cam. Safe travels, and thank you for taking us along with you. I look forward to seeing what your path leads you.
We too sold, or gave away, everything we owned and bought a class c motorhome and have been slowly driving around the US. Although I do become anxious making the plans, it’s going well and my husband and I have become closer. It’s scary, but it’s fun. We have been to amazing places already. I wish you well and am anxious for your future videos.. take care, safe travels.
WOW! I'm so happy for you and I LOVE that your husband and you are so supportive of each other. That in an of itself is fantastic! It sounds like a wonderful life and seeing your children more often I know means so much to you. I have enjoyed your videos and you are authentic in what you teach and walk the talk. If this is a side effect of living minimally, I'm in! Thank you for your inspiration and genuineness. I look forward to hearing about your upcoming adventures. Congratulations and wishing you happy trails.
I envy your courage to leave everything behind in the US and live the world. When I downsized from my dream mansion of 21 years in a country club, and decided to move to smaller house, it was so hard. It was not the money issue, but just the memory I had in the old place. Now, I moved to a smaller house and planned for my retirement. Unfortunately, my plan would need to change again soon. So, enjoy your new life and spend time with your family. This is the most important of all.
Exciting! Almost 10 years ago I left California and now am a resident of Tanzania. If your travels bring you to East Africa, please consider a visit to Kilimanjaro region and Zanzibar! I would love to host you two ☀️🌈❤️ ALL THE BEST! Safari Njema!
Oh my goodness! oh my goodness! This is astoundingly beautiful...I'm choaked up. 🥲What an amazing shift in your lives- a brand new chapter- wow, just wow! I am so excited for you and can't wait to live vicariously through you on your travels! All the best to you and your husband! ~Sarah ☺
It's funny that I was starting to plan out how to do something similar within the next year. I'm now self employed and can work anywhere. I have been minimizing all of my items over the past four years and spending a lot less. I guess I have been making preparations for relocating abroad without an awareness that my journey could lead me to live in another country one day. I have not traveled abroad in years but since late fall I have been researching different countries and looking into learning a few new languages. I'm amazed at your courage to follow your heart. Good luck and much fortune to the two of you on your new adventure.
You made me think about what home means to me. How attached I am to my place and how much energy this attachement takes from me. And what if I could losen this attachement a bit...Understand that our main home is The Earth, and our homes are just places we chose to stay. Admire your bravery and giving up on comfort❤
I guess that your life over the last so many years has primed you well for this adventure! Very brave and I’m excited to see how this works for you! Bon voyage xx
I’m doing the same thing. Leaving my mountain top home in VT heading out on my Spirit Quest. Rented a storage. Selling a lot and giving things away. Buying a van and visiting my 3 sons and 6 grandchildren in Florida and Texas, heading to Hawaii in the fall and then planning on Mexico in the new year! Looking for my spiritual community! So excited! Life is Good!
Such exciting news! I don’t “know” you Connie, though I feel like we are friends, I am not sure how you could possibly become more compassionate or tolerant. You are AMAZING. Sending love and good wishes your way!😘
Just Wow! I admire your courage and strength. It all looks so simple, yet I fully understand how much one needs to be open, humble, giving and most importantly - detached from everything and everyone in this kind of a journey. Also, its so amazing to see you embark on this along with your husband! what a bond! Wishing you both lots of memories and lots of support and love everywhere you go!!
‘The highest art of living is the art of living an extraordinary life in an extraordinary manner’ You challenge, inspire and gift warmth to everything. Still waiting on the book ♥️
Family is so important. I’m fortunate enough to be close to our kids and grandkids. It’s so much fun watching the grandkids grow. I’m happy for you. You’re making the right choice. Enjoy your family.
It's nice that you've had previous experience in traveling & downszing in making such a drastic change to your current lifestyle. Nothing is forever, so it's nice to be able to take opportunities as they come your way. Happy travels! 😊
Congratulations on our new adventure. You are fortunate that you are able to do this financially, physically, and emotionally at such a young age. Many folks are not in the same situation now days, but still would love to be able to do this. Best of luck and safe travels to you both.
All of you travelers and adventurers...do you maintain your citizenship in the USA? Are you dual citizens? And what will you do if the country you are in goes to war against USA?
What a wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your journey. We just moved to Portugal from the U.S. this fall, and we came here with only suitcases (though a few more than you!) and ourselves. Happy holidays, and hope you have a blessed 2024.
Well, I just found your channel this past week. Looks like my timing was perfect to follow along on this new journey of yours. How daunting! And exciting! God bless you and your husband on your adventures.
I'm so excited for your adventure to unfold & can hardly wait to see future content! I hope you'll post tips & tricks along the way so we can learn from you! We're on the cusp of an empty nest & asking ourselves what we want to do next! Many good wishes & blessings to you & your hubby as you follow your dreams! 💗
I lived in England, etc. But, there is no place like having your own home and land. Still like to travel but must be able to come home to my peace. Each their own.
"Not all who wander are lost". Have you ever taken a leap of faith? If so, please share your experience with us.
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Always thought doing same, but I thought that needed lots of money fr the unknowns !!
But listening to your vibs on what it matters most , I think we can do this traveling with modest expenditure.
Thanks much
@@smallhouseinthemeadow6131 The stuff I can part with ... not easily, I admit, but I can. The animals are really my anchor ... my four dogs, two cats, and beautiful horse. How could I leave them behind? So animals more than stuff is what prevents me from this type of wandering. Also, a lack of imagination. I have followed the prescribed "path" and these videos make me realize how little I have ever questioned whether that path has led to much happiness. So much to ponder.
@ My Cancer Journey I am a 25+ year Stage III ovca survivor. There is life after the big C. Wishing you well.
In my mind… we travel and vacation often. But my sister was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia last April at the age of 75, she lives alone so I take her for her appointments a few times a week. I also have a 14 year old pup that has severe hip dysplasia that I won’t leave alone very long and honestly have passed on our recent vacations . A to Zen life has videos where she did what you are doing, she mentioned they may be moving back from Germany …she is a minimalist also.
I did not expect to be going through a divorce at 56 after 26 years of marriage. Got on a plane in San Francisco with 2 suitcases and moved to Portugal. No regrets. Beautiful places, amazing people, and I feel so grateful to have this new adventure. It sometimes feels surreal, but there is so much I want to learn and see, that I feel lucky to be able to experience new things and new places.
I am thinking about Portugal myself.
California climate and affordable.
Similar case …I divorced 5 years ago…and now I am 60. I live in Spain ,alone and love it!
@@mariit522 Happy for you!
Brave for sure
I am very jealous! I can never afford moving to Europe 😪
After living in the United States for 22 years, I finally moved back to Argentina. I retired at the age of 43. I am living my dreamed life. Without realizing it I became a minimalist. After living in the USA and working 60+ hours a week for most of my adult life I am more than grateful for my new life in Argentina. Good luck on your new life!
I would like to live in USA. Many job opportunities, right?
@@favioescobar2692 No it is as dirty as India with homeless in all the nice parts of most cities. Downhill all the way w/ open borders.
I was born there, and after 60 yrs, we’ve decided to retire back home.
Not hard to do when you have a spouse that is helping you and your grown children are overseas to guide you along. The ones that are all alone, over 60, 70, and even 80, leaving everything behind and are all alone are truly brave and adventurous. Lots of those brave people on UA-cam to watch. Good Luck!
She's very fortunate in life to have the 3 children, a supportive spouse, 2 flexible jobs & their health that all works together to achieve her goals of family & adventure.
There are many of us "order " who are alone . 👍
I just did so, and I am 65. Decide what you want to create, before you pass on, and do it!
So happy to have found this video, I’m going through a similar situation with children and relatives in different places, and trying to make sense of this new chapter. So relieved to see other people ahead of me in this journey, thank you.
Widowed since 2002, I left the US for Poland 10 years ago at age 57. You are right, it definitely would have been easier with my husband.
Like yourselves, I sold everything, packed two suitcases, and moved to Ecuador. Solo. 13 years ago. Best decision of my life. And honestly, I’ve never looked back. I’m from San Francisco and I loved my city. But seeing what’s happening up there now has absolutely verified my decision of so many years ago. I travel, experience life, integrated myself into a new culture, I study and learn, I have transformed into a much more relaxed and anxiety free person. I smell the roses everyday. So I applaud you and your husband doing what you’re doing. It’s incredibly liberating. And after a few years you’ll look back and wonder why you didn’t do it before. Now days I don’t ever look back. Living the here and now. It is truly wonderful. Best to you and yours.
I too quit my job, sold and gave away all material things, bought one way ticket across the Pacific and now living in an island. Life is so refreshing and invigorating. GL!
If you love somebody totally as you and your husband do Connie then I believe this love transcends everything. I had this with my late wife. Now I travel on my own but her spirit is with me every minute of the day
So nice of you. Truly you love her
That's not Biblical.
John we all follow our own path. To you the bible matters. To me I more more interested in Buddhism and spirituality. Each to our own
@@johnhutchison2268 Buddha is dead and in the grave. He did not die on a cross to save the world from their sins. My saviour Jesus Christ lives. He rose from the Grave on the 3rd day. "all of man's wisdom is but foolishness to God." Thinking deep thoughts and trying to be one with the universe that God created will not save your soul. I hope you don't celebrate Christ mas or Easter. or Thanksgiving.
😢♥️💗this video was a tearjerker. I’m so happy for you and for this new chapter in your life. I’m 42 and I could not hold back the tears because your experience is almost like what I had planned at this moment in my life, but life has its own plan. I’m not married and accepting many realities about my current partner and our relationship. It must be wonderful to have someone special to hold your hand through all the seasons of life. An ocean of blessings for you both ♥️🙏
You create the life that you want. Life does not "have its own plan."
Don't wait, act NOW ! It may be that staying in the relationsip is right, but only you will know your deepest concerns. Take notice of those fears at the back of your mind. Acting NOW ! is my mantra for the moment. We had planned to be in France at this moment, I had great plans for making a living there , being with our friends , walking by the river and sanding and polishing the oak staircase that was messed up when we had some work done on the house. Two days before our flight my Nearest and Dearest was in hospital with a less than cheerful diagnosis. Never again will I hesitate to GO when our hearts say GO! Blesings for whatever you decide to do...but don't forget there may well be other hands to hold through good times and bad for evermore, You will never know unles you go for an "Adventure" and see what is out there.
@@gillianmilne8364 well maybe not for you ...
@@gillianmilne8364 That's a lie. We are not guaranteed the next breath.
I sold everything and made plans to travel the world. I had the first 6 months planned out. A week before I was to leave for Bali, my starting point, all international travel shut down due to Covid. It was March 2020. I didn’t have a bed, a fork, nothing. And I’d given up my lease on my apartment. So I stayed with family and friends over the summer, bought an airstream, and, over a three martini lunch with girlfriends, ended up with a sheepadoodle puppy named Norman. We toured the US for about 6 months. Just me and my dog. He got bigger and the already small trailer got smaller, so I ended up selling it. I’m now working again in Minneapolis and rent a house with a small fenced yard. I still travel, but it’s spaced out. 🙂 I’ll retire retire in about 4 years. I didn’t ever think I would be alone this long post divorce (8 years), or that I’d get laid off from a great job after 15 years, or that my mom would die as soon as she did, etc… All of these life changes altered the kinds of future paths I could choose. And that’s how I ended up where I am now. I viewed most of these changes simply as interesting plot twists in my story. (The exception,of course, being the death of my mother). But honestly, without those unexpected, sometimes life changing moments, it’d be a pretty boring life story. I don’t want twists all the time, mind you. But I’ve learned to go with the flow and just think, “Ok. What else could I do instead?” And I can hear my mom laughing when it doesn’t exactly go my way. 😀 I wish you the best on your journey!
Thank you for sharing. Your story is so relatable for me. After a series of twists and turns (including the pandemic) we had to cancel plans to travel the world multiple times.. and now have moved back to my home town to care for my ailing mother. Of course, the only choice for me is to go with the flow. I'm grateful for this time with my mom. I admire your ability to flow with life ✨️ and I'm sorry for your loss of your mother.
Love this take on life!!!❤
What a great attitude! I am sorry about your Mom, that's a really hard one.
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Thank you ,great guidance
I love how you present yourself and your videos. In July 2022, my husband and I left our jobs, gave our kids most of our furniture, sold the home we raised the kids in and took off in our RV. It's been 8 months and 30 states so far. We gave ourselves a year to discover a new home after living in the same town all our lives. We've truly had an adventure and I know you will too!
Michelle that's amazing, my husband and I are planning on traveling within the States, not sure what type of RV to purchase 🤔 any suggestions? Thank you kindly for your answer 😊
@@asapasiafury4100 It's hard to offer advice to someone on an RV selection as there are just too many factors to consider. We purchased a 29' 5th wheel and it was perfect for our needs. I wouldn't have gone any larger or smaller.
@@horselover123962 Oh ok! Where do you park when your traveling?
I would of loved to do this, but now my significant other and I separated after 12 years, and I am stuck taking care of my elderly mom. Maybe some day when I am free I will be able to do this.
You are such an inspiration to me! Living a lighter, freer,nomadic life is a dream of mine. Wishing you and your husband safe travels, and much happiness and contentment as your new chapter of life begins!
Thanks so much, Stephanie
Connie: YOU certainly have an amazing free spirit that is to be admired. For what it is worth, I don't recall ANY grandmother looking as fresh and young as you. Life agrees with you, for sure. How fortunate it is that your Hubby shares similar interests and simple joys. Kudos to both of you as you move along your journeys. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.
My dearest friends did this for eight years then suddenly, her husband had a stroke. All travel stopped and they had to rely on family and start over acquiring what they needed to care for his debilitating health. This sounds romantic and adventurous but people forget you grow old and this may not be doable in the long term.
That could have happened if they stayed in the United States, too. Perhaps it’s a lesson in preparing financially for health crises, rather than a lesson to not move.
One chapter after the other, they créate mémories, will enjoy their children and babies,...life is a choice, and they do all possible to maintain a good health ( no obésity, frugal simple life, exercice,...)
I'm happy for them !!!
Blessings +++!!!
@@amystofenberg1851Exactly! And they created 8 years of beautiful memories over those years traveling! I wouldn’t regret that!
@@amystofenberg1851 if that happened where they lived, they would have had a home base and would only have to adjust for the unexpected change.
On spot, am there trying to set up new life style feeling safe.
Greetings from Portugal! Been an legal resident since 2016...Orginally from Texas! In 2014 after struggling with medical issues...I booked a 1 way ticket to Mexico City and 15 month's later ended up in Brasil...It was do or die...After frustrating years of no answers from Doctor's and another prescription that made me worse...That Journey saved and changed my life for good...I completley healed from my medical conditions and made peace with my past...It's about Energy and living in the present...It's also about loving yourself first and taking the only body, mind and spirit and nourshing it with authentic and holistic exercise, nutrition and etc. but the same with people, places and things...Removing all Toxic Energy...Fear is what keeps most folks trapped...Be kind to yourself and get out in it...Sending Blessings and Positive energy to all on the Journey! 🇵🇹😉🙏😇✌️🤘🤙
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Awesome message!
I'm in Texas, been here all my life. As the U.S. has been circling the drain lately, I am considering alternate countries to live in. I'm retired and do not need to work to live. What is your honest opinion of Portugal?
Stop lying to people! Portuguese is ruled by a Socialists! Tell them about poverty ! I travel to Portuguese and Brazil many times!
The Med Establishment in the USA will make you poor and broke and ruined mentally after it claims to have helped you with your physical health
Hello ,
If you don't mind me asking, how do you ended up in Portugal from Mexico... ?
Thank you,. 🙂
Such a heartwarming video about your journey. I met my wife in Canada 12 years ago and we sold everything and moved to the Philippines. No regrets, my wife just built her home here and we are enjoying our journey together. Both of our daughters were also born in the Philippines. We want to travel more in the future and explore this world. It is a liberating feeling to let go of worldly possessions and make a major move, the journey has more to offer than the destination.
I left the US in 2005 and have never looked back. The world is a big and beautiful place. Enjoy your adventure.
Thank you for sharing your story. I hope to soak it all in and love each moment.
It’s difficult to imagine being in a healthy relationship. Congratulations to the both of you.
I’m so happy for you! Such an exciting adventure and testament to you being an incredible mom and grandma! Best wishes to you and your husband!
Thanks so much!
This is so beautiful! You’ve truly lived a life of abundance by being a minimalist. I remember the calm that came over my earthy spirit when I found your channel. I lived a life of everything because of not having as a child. I lost my career during the pandemic and I never went back to work.. I have found such peace and balance not having all the extra cash I use to have. To wake up and go to bed without having work in the morning, Spending time with my dad has been priceless. ❤
Thank you for showing the keys to a blissful life.
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much for sharing your story. Sometimes, when life gets turned upside down we find peace.
Sending you continued happiness & peace my friend.
@@ConnieRiet 💕❤️💐 you’ve changed and inspired my entire life… I’m packing up all of excess items now for sale and donating. I just sent your videos to my neighbor.
I’m Grateful to be gifted with the gift of your graciousness! 🙏 Thank you!!
Hi Connie, I wish you and your husband the very best in this new chapter in your lives. ‘May the road rise to meet you. May the wind always be at your back’. (Part of an Irish blessing.)
All the best, and thank you. You've taught me a thing or two and I am pushing 80. Rock on, Connie. 💙
My husband and I left everything in Canada....sold most everything and left our 3 kids. Our youngest started univ. We are in the states now starting over here for my mom who needed us. It's been hard but an adventure. I miss our kids everyday.
I think it is so sad we have lost the beauty of. Multi generational families living together. I partially blame the university system that says your children must live far away from family and that career and ambition is more important than family ties. I am sorry you were forced to make this choice in order to be near your own children.❤️ I can feel your pain and sorrow and loss beneath the words. Prayers for you both.
100% right
Great perspective. I agree.
Well said..our son just moved back in lost his job during covid..we r enjoying him near again we leave him alone and he leaves us alone..we hope he stays ..so he can save some money..and in our 70s he helps us with chores we can no longer do big plus is here when we go camping and don't have to board the pets..
Education does not say you must live away from your family. That is a choice.
Yes, only blessed with one child full of wonderlust and distant and a husband who won't move from his chair even to go out for dinner.... 🙁 and all I ever wanted was family....
I took a leap of faith about 7 years ago and started drastically down sizing wanting to hit the road. My partner fell ill with cancer, fought it and won!🙏 However, we've been stalled as his physical strength has not been restored and navigating a life threatening disease has cost us financially as well.
I wish you both a journey of love, peace and happiness. And pray you receive many blessings while creating life long memories. I will continue watching. I'm excited to see where life takes you.
Be safe and God Bless. Lisa
You‘re a so great couple - take care of each other.
I wish all the best for you two wherever you go.
ENJOY EVERY DAY…♥️
Did this many years ago when life was even simpler when I was quite young. Would not have missed it for the world, but would not do it in this day and age. I didn’t see every place, just the places that I have always dreamed of. And then a few others. You will enjoy this adventure. Coming home was the most difficult thing of my life. But, I didn’t have family living abroad. That makes a big difference. Having people that are family wherever you’re going to be. That does resonate with having the real sense of “home“ because home is not a place, it is the people that we love and, who love us.
Enjoy your great adventure, and peace be with you and yours!
Coming back "home" to the states is not an issue for her because she said she is not coming back to the states.
At 65 and with no fanily often I have struggled. Then I land upon a video that makes my heart soar. Thank you for sharing❤ Stay safe
Congratulations! This is so exciting! You are living my fantasy life. I always think it’s great when parents raise children who have the confidence and feeling of support and security to travel and move abroad. You won’t need boxes or a suitcase for the priceless memories you will be making!
Danke!
Connie & husband: I am extremely happy for you!!! I kinda sensed you were planning on doing something of this sort in your last video. The world is changing everyday...most recently the past few years. The world is big and vast and there is so much of it that none of us has seen everything. I got teary 🥹 eyes when you talked about your children. You and your husband raised wonderful independent children who was not afraid to think outside the box and move to another country to live "their lives" to the fullest! Safe travels my friends. I may see you in Europe some day. 🤗
Ummm, Europe is huge.
I long for this! When you realize that life is so much more than things and long for simplicity, you become fearless moment by moment!!!
You made me think about so many things. This is the way we should approach life if we have the opportunity. Thanks for your message of love!
I travel the World when my schedule permits. Mexico, Costa Rica, Europe. But there is something about having a home base. When I travel regardless of how incredible the trip was, I yearn to get back to my...place, my space.. my life! Mine is small and simple. A loft in the Chinatown district of my city. I call it Basecamp. The kids are the easy part. Its the aging parents that can totally alter your plans overnight. I plan to spend much time in Thailand and Bali. Someday. But currently have a parent who is in long term care with Dementia.
God bless you for being a caring child.
Thanks
Oh, Angelica! Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity!
Good for you! I downsized at age 60 to be a complete minimalist. I love it!
Amazing! In college I spent time traveling Europe and Japan mostly by myself. 6 years later, I have a husband, 3 year old, and newborn… we will likely spend most of the next 15 years domestic. As an experienced traveler, I honestly hate traveling with babies/toddlers and look forward to the day that we can resume world travels either with older kids or just as a couple. But for now, I am enjoying the phase of life where I’m home with a baby sleeping on my chest!
Traveling alone can be dangerous
That's amazing, I always wanted to travel to Japan. I hope I get there one of these days. What tips would you give women traveling there for the first time?
@@rosegombos2120 not true.If you know how,it is wonderful.Fear of living ,that's dangerous and very sad.
@@rosegombos2120 True, but so can crossing the street, driving a vehicle, or living alone. Women, especially, need to stay mindful and sober, be aware of their surroundings, and take steps to ensure their safety. I'd be safer in many countries than I would be in the south side of my town. That being said, I would steer clear of Mexico, Brazil, Haiti, and other high crime countries.
@@heatherwhittaker6169 It depends on what country. Just because you choose to be cautious doesn't mean you aren't "living". It's all "living" until you get thrown in jail for a huge misunderstanding (because of the language barrier) and there is no one to advocate for you or get you help or even know your situation. True story of a friend of mine.
I’m so excited for you & your husband. That explains having to donate all of your keepsakes that had meaning to you. That had to be the hardest thing to do. Wishing you the best of luck on your new journey, and I’m sure your children are so looking forward to having you and you husband closer to them and, being a part of their lives. 💜
Such a lovely couple. All the best in your travels, wherever you go, and whoever you meet. Such a good vibe, thank you for the video!
Hi Connie, I just discovered your channel today and want to tell you…you are a breath of fresh air to me! Thank you for sharing your life and giving others positive advice!💕. I’m a single senior, Grammy/Mimi of 7 beautiful grandchildren ages 12-27. I’ve been struggling lately because I’ve been watching too much world news. You are exactly what I needed tonight and look forward to watching all of your videos🥰. Can’t wait to see what your next chapter brings you and your husband❤️
Sincerely, Penny
Connie Riet, your calmness within a period of instability & traveling on new turf, has been pleasurable to watch. I don't know where you are now after the 18 months since uploading your video? May you be healthy, happy and on a continuous learning journey. Bless you & your Hubby, Connie 🙏🙏 Paula
Very happy for you and your husband, Connie. I wish you guys the best in your new adventures together. Thank you for being such an inspiration for me these last few years. I, too, had a car accident where I sustained a TBI. I am still dealing with the affects 5 years later, but I feel each day brings the new possibility of healing. Having someone to relate with has helped me to not feel alone in this process. I really love your videos and look forward to you sharing a little of our big-small world as you begin your new journey!
What a lovely life you are creating! I remember when my last child moved out I looked around and thought how important having that home was, one that we could all fit in (our family of 6) and how quickly they grew and moved on. Like you I just stood there gazing at the last empty bedroom. I to thought that we had so many good times in that home that I will cherish but now life unfolds in other ways…what a gift it is that you get to follow your heart, and children, around the world. Discovering who you are ~being free to be present to your adult children and free of all your baggage. Free to move about and explore… Thanks for sharing your journey, the aches and the joys along the way.
May God bless you and your husband and keep you both healthy and safe.❤️
Connie, I just stumbled onto your blog. You’re at such peace with everything around you. I debate frequently about what you are doing. However, I’m 79 and think of myself as a young soul. I love travel and have taken my first trips to Europe alone. Everyplace I visit, I think is this home. Congratulations on your sense of freedom. Your husband is very handsome and strong. You are a great team!
WOW! What a wonderful adventure awaits you! My parents moved us from Germany to NY in the USA when I was 12 even though back then I didn’t want to leave, but I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. In 2000 my husband and I moved to CA after I successfully came through Stage III ovarian cancer surgery and chemo. He had already taken an early retirement and I quit my job because who knew how much longer I had to live. I’m happy to still be around. However, our travels have been cut short since my husband’s dementia diagnosis. I worked for Lufthansa so we did a whole lot of traveling up to 2016. I’m still caring for him at home, with caregiver help, but I am considering respite care for him so I can take a trip to the East Coast in June to visit old friends and his sister who I’m very close to. And in August I’d love to go back to my homeland, Germany, to celebrate my sister’s 90th birthday. Praying all that comes about. It’s a difficult journey right now.
You certainly have a full plate. I would definitely recommend respite care because you need to recharge yourself with things that make you happy and carefree, if only for a while. I wish you the best.
@@Booboonancy thank you so much for your caring words..
@@ruthoneill4221 🤗
Inspiring! Especially since my husband and I are planning something similar to start in the coming months. Enjoy your travels and good luck.
I too am very lucky and grateful to be born and raised in my country, and to have lived a fortunate and blessed life. Your positive outlook will ensure everything will go well. Thank you for inspiring me to get out and have a go! I wish you well in your adventures and I look forward to following you on your journeys. Greetings from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
I've been all over the world, East and West, North and South. Always glad to go home.
Good luck to you and your husband Connie. I think having family to spend time with as you roam the Earth makes all the difference in the world.
After a second time marriage and the successful flight of my flock, we moved into a 19' motorhome and travelled Canada until covid hit. It allowed us everything you are reaching for. Go well, Connie💖
My husband and I are now 55/60-ish, and in the past couple of years graduated from local tenting on vacations, to traveling around the US together in our truck camper! Tight space, sometimes challenging, sometimes stressful, but so joy-filled and fun! We are loving it, and yes, it's romantic! We are still enjoying our home, but thinking ahead to the day when we might sell it (or rent it out) & buy a van...dreaming, dreaming...
I've only recently started following you. I love that you have the opportunity to venture off and get to spend time with each child in the places they've chosen to live. Wishing you many wonderful experiences along the way. Be well, stay safe. 😊❤
Your sincerity shines like the sun! I hope you are both enjoying your adventure. I admire you and wish you a safe and pleasant journey.
Congratulations Connie to you and your family ❤. What fun it will be to have more time with your family in the various countries they live. I look forward to hearing about your new adventures.
Thank you
Good luck and happy trails.
Connie,great move. When the grandchildren are young that’s the time to build a relationship with them. I spend more time with my two youngest one as your needed more also. I spend more time them now that we are retired. It’s all good. Safe travels and lots of hugs❤
Am extremely happy for you and wish you all the best as you turn a new page and phase. I can't wait to experience the joy of what you're about to embark on, through your eyes❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ stay blessed!!!
It takes a lot of courage and detachment to make such a big change in one's life. Most of us can only dream of living life as you've chosen to do. Can't wait to see your journey. Sending you my best wishes for safe and happy travels.
"Many of us spend our whole lives running from feelings with the mistaken belief that we cannot bear the pain. But you have already born the pain. What you have not done is feel all you are, beyond that pain."
~ Kahlil Gibran
Thank you, Connie for this most inspirational video. Most grateful.
Congratulations on taking this HUGE step to downsize to live and travel minimally. Very excited for you and your husband. And to spend more time with your children makes so much sense.
Safe travels! You inspire us all. God bless you all.
As of this date, my wife and I are in our 50's and we're inspired. We were both teary eyed while watching one of your videos. Thank you for sharing. God Bless you and your husband.
Hi Connie, I came across your videos a few days ago. Some of your path is so similar to mine. You are such an inspiration and your calming voice is wonderful. Enjoy your new adventures 🙏🏻❤
We ( my husband, myself and our 2 young kids) just recently moved from Australia to Scotland! It was 3 years in the making and we sold or donated everything we owned and moved with only having a suitcase and bag each. Its been liberating! Scary and wonderful and so blessed to finally feel at home.
Hi, congratulations for your brave decision. Don't you miss the weather? How do you find Scotland? Education and health services?
@@renatawach743 Scotland is beautiful. Right now it’s in the transition from winter to summer (spring is a bit odd) and it’s glorious with its deep greens and grey skies.
I don’t miss Aussie weather at all!! No more 45°c days, brown and grey landscapes… Australia is really only “pretty” on the coastal areas. We lived in cattle country Aussie.
Healthcare and education are very different and taking a bit to get used too. Some things are easier and somethings are wildly different
Dear Connie, congrats on your decision!
I'm actually an Italian moved to the United States 😄
I'm sooooo excited for you and your new chapter!
Many blessings!
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Thank you for sharing your beautiful story ❤ I wish you and your husband a wonderful time living a nomadic life, seeing your children and grandchildren thrive ✨
What an amazing life you're creating! I am fascinated by your experience and am thankful that you're sharing your journey here on UA-cam. Safe travels, and thank you for taking us along with you. I look forward to seeing what your path leads you.
I wish you all the light, and love the world has to offer
Enjoy your explorations! Family is important! Have fun!
We too sold, or gave away, everything we owned and bought a class c motorhome and have been slowly driving around the US. Although I do become anxious making the plans, it’s going well and my husband and I have become closer. It’s scary, but it’s fun. We have been to amazing places already.
I wish you well and am anxious for your future videos.. take care, safe travels.
WOW! I'm so happy for you and I LOVE that your husband and you are so supportive of each other. That in an of itself is fantastic! It sounds like a wonderful life and seeing your children more often I know means so much to you. I have enjoyed your videos and you are authentic in what you teach and walk the talk. If this is a side effect of living minimally, I'm in! Thank you for your inspiration and genuineness. I look forward to hearing about your upcoming adventures. Congratulations and wishing you happy trails.
I envy your courage to leave everything behind in the US and live the world. When I downsized from my dream mansion of 21 years in a country club, and decided to move to smaller house, it was so hard. It was not the money issue, but just the memory I had in the old place. Now, I moved to a smaller house and planned for my retirement. Unfortunately, my plan would need to change again soon. So, enjoy your new life and spend time with your family. This is the most important of all.
I got so emotional with this video. What a beautiful decision you’ve made. I wish you and your family all the happiness. Love from Brazil 🇧🇷
Exciting! Almost 10 years ago I left California and now am a resident of Tanzania. If your travels bring you to East Africa, please consider a visit to Kilimanjaro region and Zanzibar! I would love to host you two ☀️🌈❤️
ALL THE BEST!
Safari Njema!
Oh my goodness! oh my goodness! This is astoundingly beautiful...I'm choaked up. 🥲What an amazing shift in your lives- a brand new chapter- wow, just wow! I am so excited for you and can't wait to live vicariously through you on your travels! All the best to you and your husband! ~Sarah ☺
Immensely happy for you both! I am sure your children will love seeing you both MORE and you both will be blessed by deep experiences and kindness. ☀️
Thank you! I'm excited to spend time with my kids!
I really admire your spirit. May this chapter bring you all you are hoping to find.
It's funny that I was starting to plan out how to do something similar within the next year. I'm now self employed and can work anywhere. I have been minimizing all of my items over the past four years and spending a lot less. I guess I have been making preparations for relocating abroad without an awareness that my journey could lead me to live in another country one day. I have not traveled abroad in years but since late fall I have been researching different countries and looking into learning a few new languages. I'm amazed at your courage to follow your heart. Good luck and much fortune to the two of you on your new adventure.
Seems like your inner spirit was guiding you towards a new path. Go for it!
You made me think about what home means to me. How attached I am to my place and how much energy this attachement takes from me. And what if I could losen this attachement a bit...Understand that our main home is The Earth, and our homes are just places we chose to stay. Admire your bravery and giving up on comfort❤
I'm so excited for you and your husband! Best wishes for this new chapter of your lives!
Your commitment to having a closer relationship with your children is such a beautiful thing.
I guess that your life over the last so many years has primed you well for this adventure! Very brave and I’m excited to see how this works for you! Bon voyage xx
Thanks, Julie
Definitely brave in these crazy times!
I’m doing the same thing. Leaving my mountain top home in VT heading out on my Spirit Quest. Rented a storage. Selling a lot and giving things away. Buying a van and visiting my 3 sons and 6 grandchildren in Florida and Texas, heading to Hawaii in the fall and then planning on Mexico in the new year! Looking for my spiritual community! So excited! Life is Good!
Such exciting news! I don’t “know” you Connie, though I feel like we are friends, I am not sure how you could possibly become more compassionate or tolerant. You are AMAZING. Sending love and good wishes your way!😘
We may not "know" each other, but I feel connected. Thank you for your kind words of encouragement.😀
Just Wow! I admire your courage and strength. It all looks so simple, yet I fully understand how much one needs to be open, humble, giving and most importantly - detached from everything and everyone in this kind of a journey. Also, its so amazing to see you embark on this along with your husband! what a bond! Wishing you both lots of memories and lots of support and love everywhere you go!!
‘The highest art of living is the art of living an extraordinary life in an extraordinary manner’
You challenge, inspire and gift warmth to everything.
Still waiting on the book ♥️
Family is so important. I’m fortunate enough to be close to our kids and grandkids. It’s so much fun watching the grandkids grow. I’m happy for you. You’re making the right choice. Enjoy your family.
It's nice that you've had previous experience in traveling & downszing in making such a drastic change to your current lifestyle. Nothing is forever, so it's nice to be able to take opportunities as they come your way. Happy travels! 😊
Congratulations on your new adventures! Hope you bring us along!❤️
I have been planning for months now to do the same thing but solo. You have a kind and loving spirit about you and wish you all the best!
We did that and found out that the US is the best place on earth from that experience. I wish you a great journey.
You inner beauty shines brightly in your eyes. Much respect to you and your husband for bravely taking the leap. Very sweet. Safe and joyful travels.
Congratulations on our new adventure. You are fortunate that you are able to do this financially, physically, and emotionally at such a young age. Many folks are not in the same situation now days, but still would love to be able to do this. Best of luck and safe travels to you both.
Thank you for taking us with you, Connie. Bless you, your family, and all of the adventures sure to come 💗
I did it and now live overseas. Best decision I ever made. I came with four suitcases. It wasn't easy but it was worth all the work.
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All of you travelers and adventurers...do you maintain your citizenship in the USA? Are you dual citizens? And what will you do if the country you are in goes to war against USA?
What a wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your journey. We just moved to Portugal from the U.S. this fall, and we came here with only suitcases (though a few more than you!) and ourselves. Happy holidays, and hope you have a blessed 2024.
Well, I just found your channel this past week. Looks like my timing was perfect to follow along on this new journey of yours. How daunting! And exciting! God bless you and your husband on your adventures.
Welcome to the channel, Bonnie! Thanks for your support.
I am touched by your loveliness and courage Connie. Your gentle way brings joy to me. Thank you.
I'm so excited for your adventure to unfold & can hardly wait to see future content! I hope you'll post tips & tricks along the way so we can learn from you! We're on the cusp of an empty nest & asking ourselves what we want to do next! Many good wishes & blessings to you & your hubby as you follow your dreams! 💗
Congrats on a New Chapter in Life. Wishing you both the very best yet to come. And may you make each day count. God Bless You.
I admire your courage in taking this high step
I lived in England, etc. But, there is no place like having your own home and land. Still like to travel but must be able to come home to my peace. Each their own.