My husband and I are in our mid 70s and we would do what you are doing if we could! We love watching you. We love your story and your hearts for family and God and beautiful Sicily/ Italy. God is with you and your family back in Texas. Your joy will be full! ❤🙏🏻 We'll be watching!🤗
@jodyprivee2774 - Jody, thank you so much for your sweet message. It means so much to us! 🙏 You're a big encouragement! Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. 💚 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Hello Dear ., I hope 🤞 you guys enjoy the golden year in Sicily. I love to be there in Sicily I can’t wait to enjoy my golden years… I keep watching you & your husband’s videos. Aloha ❤
Praying 🙏 that God will Bless You as you start your new chapter in life! All the Best for 2025! 🎉🎉 May you have many years of peace, enjoyment and fulfillment in Sicily! God Bless! 😊
@evelyneliaz, we appreciate that so very much, Evelyn. You are a wonderful encouragement, dear friend. 💕 Thank you for the prayers ~ means so much to us. 😍~Croce & Carol Amato
I know it is hard as my husband & I are in the same boat (leaving family & friends) although not to our beloved Italy yet, but close by in the UK as I was taking care of my mother until she past earlier this year. We have gone back to the States to visit and yes it's hard to leave, but we also know that we be able to actually financially & passionate live in Italy. After visiting my husband's family around mainland Italy we can not wait to come and get aqcuanted with Sicily next Sept-Oct. We pray it will be a good fit. I will not wish you good luck as you won't need it being surrounded by the love of your family & friends in Cabrini, so instead I'll say congratulations on making a great decision for yourselves and begining a new wonderful adventure. 🎉🥂👏👏
@lisastagles5301 - Lisa, we're sorry about your mother, but you were a wonderful daugther to care for her so. We are so grateful for your understanding and support, and we can't wait to hear how your journey unfolds! 😊 Thanks for watching and taking time to encourage us! 💗 Happy New Year! ~Croce & Carol Amato
Thank you for sharing your journey and the information along the way has been so helpful to us! I can see at the 12th hour the emotions kicking in a bit. You both have a wonderful and exciting chapter ahead of you! Bonus that Croce already has family there and with technolgy/face time you will keep in close contact with the family back home. We are about two years away of our move to Italy and I have never been to excited to get older😂so we can go!!
@reneeoconnell4606 We appreciate your kind words - you're so right, emotions are definitely high right now! Keep us posted on your progress. Thank you for watching and for the sweet comment. 😍 Ciao, ciao, Croce & Carol Amato
Its such a smart decision, don't look back, your grand children will get to enjoy visiting you in Sicily and this will give them amazing memories. I am working on my dual citizenship for the very same reasons, we can live in Sicily on one social security check! And use the other for savings and travel !!
@luciagonzalez4899 Wonderful, Lucia! That's exactly the kind of life we're hoping for. We're very grateful to you for sharing your experience. Thanks for watching and for your support. 💕 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
@janetlombardi2314 Thank you, Janet! 😊Yes, we are getting excited. So appreciative of your support! It means a lot to us! Thank you! 💕 Happy New Year! 🥳 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
There is no worries moving!!! You can move as much as you like!!! Go there come back and go somewhere else. If you get lonely fly someone to you. It’s a super mobile world we have I am glad you are taking an adventure! God bless you and go to Medjugorje while you’re on that side of things. Xoxo
Congratulations! You both deserve it and the world is small with air travel and technology. I hope to follow that path. I love the arrow analogy as we also struggle with being away from adult children.
@matthewgrippi9172 - Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. I think we will always struggle a bit to not be close enough to babysit or hug our family, but travel is definitely possible to hold us over until the next time. Keep us posted on your travels. 😊 ~ Croce & Carol Amato
I love Sicily. My daughter In-laws family are from Balestrate, my son my daughter in law was there for 5 weeks with the kids. They are both school bus drivers so they have the summer off.We stayed at her parents home in Balestrate, her parents lives in the US, they visit often. Love Sicily 🌺❤️🌺
Awww! I see how hard for you to separate from your kids and grandkids... But you are on amazing path. And who knows, maybe you will provide some foothold in Italy for your kids or grandkids. They might follow your path!
@tanyashcholokova4072, We appreciate your kind words. Great encouragement - thank you! It’s a bittersweet experience, but we’re hoping this will open doors for future generations. 😍 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
@johnlosordo You're very welcome! We are so glad to be able to share our experience and hopefully help others along the way. 😊💕 Happy New Year! ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Thank you for your thoughts; we appreciate your perspective. 🙏 when we are elderly and needy, we can always go back to where our children are. I’m 63. We’re going to enjoy Sicily and traveling through Europe while we have our good health. Happy New Year! We really appreciate you watching our video. Blessings, Croce and Carol Amato.
Hi Paula, thank you so much for watching and for the thoughtful question. Croce was born and raised in Sicily so he is already an Italian citizen. Many years ago I got Italian citizenship by marriage, and I am a dual citizen now. No need for visas. Have a wonderful holiday.. 😊Croce and Carol Amato
How. I wish to be there now in Sicily to enjoy my golden years. I love to buy home in Sicily list a small apartment I can fix up! I’m a painter! I’m living in Hawaii very expensive I wish to go to Sicily for good.
@JanosNemeth-y7n - Sicily is beautiful, and the cost of living is a dream compared to Hawaii! Hope you can make your dream a reality some day. Thanks for watching. Happy New Year! 😊 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
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My husband and I are in our mid 70s and we would do what you are doing if we could! We love watching you. We love your story and your hearts for family and God and beautiful Sicily/ Italy.
God is with you and your family back in Texas. Your joy will be full! ❤🙏🏻 We'll be watching!🤗
@jodyprivee2774 - Jody, thank you so much for your sweet message. It means so much to us! 🙏 You're a big encouragement! Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. 💚 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Hello Dear ., I hope 🤞 you guys enjoy the golden year in Sicily. I love to be there in Sicily I can’t wait to enjoy my golden years… I keep watching you & your husband’s videos. Aloha ❤
Praying 🙏 that God will Bless You as you start your new chapter in life! All the Best for 2025! 🎉🎉 May you have many years of peace, enjoyment and fulfillment in Sicily! God Bless! 😊
@evelyneliaz, we appreciate that so very much, Evelyn. You are a wonderful encouragement, dear friend. 💕 Thank you for the prayers ~ means so much to us. 😍~Croce & Carol Amato
I know it is hard as my husband & I are in the same boat (leaving family & friends) although not to our beloved Italy yet, but close by in the UK as I was taking care of my mother until she past earlier this year. We have gone back to the States to visit and yes it's hard to leave, but we also know that we be able to actually financially & passionate live in Italy. After visiting my husband's family around mainland Italy we can not wait to come and get aqcuanted with Sicily next Sept-Oct. We pray it will be a good fit.
I will not wish you good luck as you won't need it being surrounded by the love of your family & friends in Cabrini, so instead I'll say congratulations on making a great decision for yourselves and begining a new wonderful adventure.
🎉🥂👏👏
@lisastagles5301 - Lisa, we're sorry about your mother, but you were a wonderful daugther to care for her so. We are so grateful for your understanding and support, and we can't wait to hear how your journey unfolds! 😊 Thanks for watching and taking time to encourage us! 💗 Happy New Year! ~Croce & Carol Amato
Wow - my heart goes out to you, but it's an exciting change!
@Yes-j6o Thank you so much! Mixed emotions for sure, but we are definitely excited! 😍 Thanks for watching. Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Great! Happy for you both. You can visit and your kids can visit. Looking forward to following your journey. 😍
Thank you so much - we appreciate the support! 🥰 ~Croce & Carol
God bless you both. Your kids can visit! 😊
@learningthisthing So very true! Thanks for watching; we appreciate it. 💙 ~Croce & Carol Amato
Thank you for sharing your journey and the information along the way has been so helpful to us! I can see at the 12th hour the emotions kicking in a bit. You both have a wonderful and exciting chapter ahead of you! Bonus that Croce already has family there and with technolgy/face time you will keep in close contact with the family back home. We are about two years away of our move to Italy and I have never been to excited to get older😂so we can go!!
@reneeoconnell4606 We appreciate your kind words - you're so right, emotions are definitely high right now! Keep us posted on your progress. Thank you for watching and for the sweet comment. 😍 Ciao, ciao, Croce & Carol Amato
Its such a smart decision, don't look back, your grand children will get to enjoy visiting you in Sicily and this will give them amazing memories. I am working on my dual citizenship for the very same reasons, we can live in Sicily on one social security check! And use the other for savings and travel !!
@luciagonzalez4899 Wonderful, Lucia! That's exactly the kind of life we're hoping for. We're very grateful to you for sharing your experience. Thanks for watching and for your support. 💕 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Thank you so much for your sincerity and generosity in sharing every step of your 'dream coming true'... even the mixed feelings. God bless you!
@leticiarodriguez3455 Thank you, Leticia. It really helps knowing we are encouraging folks! We appreciate your support! 💗 ~Croce & Carol Amato
Hi Carol and Croche. Very exciting times ahead. I'm looking forward to seeing the developments. 😊 Take care 💕
@janetlombardi2314 Thank you, Janet! 😊Yes, we are getting excited. So appreciative of your support! It means a lot to us! Thank you! 💕 Happy New Year! 🥳 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Go follow your dreams and enjoy life!
@lucindahinkle1314 Lucinda, thank you so much! We most definitely will. 😍 ~Croce & Carol Amato
Thanks for the honest look at making this huge life decision.
@DoItMyselfPeg Thanks for watching, Peg. Happy New Year! 😊 ~Carol Amato
There is no worries moving!!! You can move as much as you like!!! Go there come back and go somewhere else. If you get lonely fly someone to you. It’s a super mobile world we have I am glad you are taking an adventure!
God bless you and go to Medjugorje while you’re on that side of things. Xoxo
@traciannveno - Thank you so much for the encouragement! 😊 We appreciate your thoughts on travel. 💙Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Congratulations!🎉
@MPirritano We appreciate it so much! 💖 ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Congratulations! The best of luck to both of you.😀
@NoelSwordsEnglishTeacher Thank you so much! We appreciate that, Noel! 💙 Happy New Year~! Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Congratulations! You both deserve it and the world is small with air travel and technology. I hope to follow that path. I love the arrow analogy as we also struggle with being away from adult children.
@matthewgrippi9172 - Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. I think we will always struggle a bit to not be close enough to babysit or hug our family, but travel is definitely possible to hold us over until the next time. Keep us posted on your travels. 😊 ~ Croce & Carol Amato
I love Sicily. My daughter In-laws family are from Balestrate, my son my daughter in law was there for 5 weeks with the kids. They are both school bus drivers so they have the summer off.We stayed at her parents home in Balestrate, her parents lives in the US, they visit often. Love Sicily 🌺❤️🌺
@gladysfurey2981 We’re glad you have family in Balestrate! We hope to explore all that Sicily has to offer. 😊 Happy New Year!
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I can't wait to see more videos when you get there
@DanInDallas We're looking forward to making more videos in Sicily. Thank you for watching. 💚
Good luck to you. You have made a great decision!!
@gjb916 thank you so much! We appreciate you watching. Have a Happy New Year! 💖 Croce and Carol
Great decisión friends! Blessings.😊
@Fabiana-pq9qw, Thanks for watching, and we appreciate your encouragement so very much! 💚 ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Awww! I see how hard for you to separate from your kids and grandkids... But you are on amazing path. And who knows, maybe you will provide some foothold in Italy for your kids or grandkids. They might follow your path!
@tanyashcholokova4072, We appreciate your kind words. Great encouragement - thank you! It’s a bittersweet experience, but we’re hoping this will open doors for future generations. 😍 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato
Great information for a SS recipient TY for your excellent content.
@johnlosordo You're very welcome! We are so glad to be able to share our experience and hopefully help others along the way. 😊💕 Happy New Year! ~ Croce & Carol Amato
You will wish you were near your kids in Texas in a few years...As we age we need family more and more. I would stay put!!
Thank you for your thoughts; we appreciate your perspective. 🙏 when we are elderly and needy, we can always go back to where our children are. I’m 63. We’re going to enjoy Sicily and traveling through Europe while we have our good health. Happy New Year! We really appreciate you watching our video. Blessings, Croce and Carol Amato.
Best of luck to you. How are you able to work there? Are you on the elective residency visa?
Hi Paula, thank you so much for watching and for the thoughtful question. Croce was born and raised in Sicily so he is already an Italian citizen. Many years ago I got Italian citizenship by marriage, and I am a dual citizen now. No need for visas. Have a wonderful holiday.. 😊Croce and Carol Amato
PS. I will continue working for a U.S. company.
@@TheSicilianLife How fantastic! Congrats on your new adventure! :)
@paulabroussard1824 Grazie! 💚
May I ask you which programm you are using for your videos?
@dorismeusburger, Doris, do you mean to edit the videos? If so, I use Camtasia. Thanks for watching. 😊 ~Carol Amato
How. I wish to be there now in Sicily to enjoy my golden years. I love to buy home in Sicily list a small apartment I can fix up! I’m a painter! I’m living in Hawaii very expensive I wish to go to Sicily for good.
@JanosNemeth-y7n - Sicily is beautiful, and the cost of living is a dream compared to Hawaii! Hope you can make your dream a reality some day. Thanks for watching. Happy New Year! 😊 Blessings, ~ Croce & Carol Amato