I finally decided to make the move to New York. I know I have spent some time here lamenting about a move to NYC. I’ve been toying with the idea for over a year now, but I never really created a plan because I was scared (I don’t like change). I slowly relieved myself of Los Angeles responsibilities (finished school, quit a job I was tethered to), stacked my chips, and all that was left was apartment hunting. I was putting off apartment hunting month after month, mostly because I was so busy. Like the other doors that have opened in my life, this one sort of just opened up on its own. All I did was casually mention to someone I was thinking about apartment hunting in NYC, and then the next week I was meeting my potential roommate and checking out my potential Manhattan apartment. I’ve learned that when opportunities open up this way for me, it’s usually a sign that that’s where I need to go next.
I gave myself 6 months to see how it goes, and if I like it? I will stay. If not, I can always move back to LA, or to a different city. Some have asked me why am I moving to NYC. My answer: because I can. My business/work is virtual. I like NYC a lot. And I have great friends there. I figure I can do it while I am young and untethered to a family. Besides, I have always wanted to be bi-coastal, here is my chance to step up and give it a try.
I start paying rent February 1st. I have yet to pack a box to ship over to Manhattan, but I did buy some boxes today. That has to count for something. My apartment is very…quaint, and in a good location. I plan on painting my bedroom walls, as I want to make it a creative and personal space. I am excited to go furniture and interior design shopping. I just need to make sure I stay on task with getting it done.
Any suggestions on where to get a good deal on mattresses in NYC would be most appreciated!
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Sending tons and tons of luck and good thoughts with you! Having lived in New York, I think it’s an awesome idea and I hope you love it.
Welcome. Welcome.
Excellent choice.. Moving from the WEST coast to the BEST coast.
The NYC Alliance grows stronger by the minute…..
say word. this time promise to yell out my name when you’re in my hood.
Wow, congrats. My friend and I had planned on moving up there back in ’07. Unfortunetly we didn’t make it. I am now trying to figure out if I want to stay in Atlanta, or make a big move to TX, FL, Cali or just stay here and move in with a friend and have a roommate for awhile. Just like you, I have that option right now…no husband or kids and can move if I chose to.
Its your world, and live your life to the max so you won’t have any regrets. I do regret not trying new things when I had the option.
Have fun and be safe!!!!
Even though I know you aren’t trying to visit North Carolina for a minute, let me know whenever you get into the Triangle area (or in DC for that matter, I go back and forth).
Take your time and enjoy – I’m a Brooklynite. Don’t let Bill lead you astray LOL
Do it while you can, because once you have children, your life is over!
Congratulations Liz! I think you’ve got the right mindset for the move. As Andre said, if you need a break come visit us in North Cackilacky.
Congrats! You are doing what I long to do. I too have been dragging my feet. Keep me posted – for a while I’ll live vicariously through you and maybe, just maybe I’ll soon be inspired to stop lamenting and just do it!
Travel safely soror.
XOXO,
Haute
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