Comments on: Thoughts on Moving, and Looking for Home http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/ Raising a breathless kid, traveling, and other adventures a mile high. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:14:19 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Vance Kolinski http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-22771 Vance Kolinski Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:46:16 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-22771 http://bit.ly/note_magic_trick_video http://bit.ly/note_magic_trick_video

]]> By: Asthma Mom » The Rocky Mountain High, or Altitude and Asthma http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-862 Asthma Mom » The Rocky Mountain High, or Altitude and Asthma Thu, 29 May 2008 14:33:49 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-862 [...] I so hope we have an incident-free trip for the usual reasons but also because it will be sort of a test run in case we end up actually moving to Denver, still a real possibility. [...] [...] I so hope we have an incident-free trip for the usual reasons but also because it will be sort of a test run in case we end up actually moving to Denver, still a real possibility. [...]

]]> By: CARMA Blog - » CARMA and CGD research in the wild http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-701 CARMA Blog - » CARMA and CGD research in the wild Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:12:16 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-701 [...] tools she encounters online in the hopes of helping other parents with children with asthma. She has used CARMA (look towards the end) to help choose where to relocate, ruling out cities surrounded by dirty coal [...] [...] tools she encounters online in the hopes of helping other parents with children with asthma. She has used CARMA (look towards the end) to help choose where to relocate, ruling out cities surrounded by dirty coal [...]

]]> By: Amy http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-475 Amy Sun, 02 Mar 2008 18:12:46 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-475 Andie, I love Canada actually--I'd totally consider moving there, but I doubt any company would pay our relocation from Florida, lol. Burlington IS on the list, sort of--it's not on the short list only b/c we tried moving there before and there don't seem to be many jobs in Mr. Asthma Mom's field. Ipnmon, I do love the moving adventure, too, although it is TIME-consuming. Thanks for your suggestions! I don't know if I'd enjoy Arizona b/c of the dryness, but I appreciate the KC tip. That's not an area I've looked into or even know much about. I'll read up on it for sure. :) Andie, I love Canada actually–I’d totally consider moving there, but I doubt any company would pay our relocation from Florida, lol. Burlington IS on the list, sort of–it’s not on the short list only b/c we tried moving there before and there don’t seem to be many jobs in Mr. Asthma Mom’s field.

Ipnmon,
I do love the moving adventure, too, although it is TIME-consuming. Thanks for your suggestions! I don’t know if I’d enjoy Arizona b/c of the dryness, but I appreciate the KC tip. That’s not an area I’ve looked into or even know much about. I’ll read up on it for sure. :)

]]> By: lpnmon http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-474 lpnmon Sun, 02 Mar 2008 04:47:25 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-474 Tucson, AZ-while there aren't 4 seasons, per se, in town, there are mountains within an hour's drive that have winter and spring whenever you want them. Nice and dry, good air quality. Kansas City Metro (KS and MO)-fits all of your requirements, though some parts of the metro have better schools than others. Within driving range (under a day's drive IIRC) from Denver, so you'd see your inlaws. At least 2 (that I've heard of/experienced) very good pediatric allergy/asthma specialists; probably more, as there's a children's hospital network here that is tops in the country (Children's Mercy Hospitals). Good luck in your search! It's hard picking up and moving across the country, but at the same time a fun adventure! Tucson, AZ-while there aren’t 4 seasons, per se, in town, there are mountains within an hour’s drive that have winter and spring whenever you want them. Nice and dry, good air quality.

Kansas City Metro (KS and MO)-fits all of your requirements, though some parts of the metro have better schools than others. Within driving range (under a day’s drive IIRC) from Denver, so you’d see your inlaws. At least 2 (that I’ve heard of/experienced) very good pediatric allergy/asthma specialists; probably more, as there’s a children’s hospital network here that is tops in the country (Children’s Mercy Hospitals).

Good luck in your search! It’s hard picking up and moving across the country, but at the same time a fun adventure!

]]> By: AndieBeck http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-473 AndieBeck Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:52:01 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-473 Hm! I'd love to convince you to move NOrth of the border to Canada, where I live :) but I get the impression that the continental US is where it's at for you. (Though there may be interesting opportunities abroad, ie. Europe, Canada, etc.) THough that may not feel so much like home ... I've enjoyed living in several different places but home is a wonderful feeling. So, failing a move to my fair country, have you considered Vermont? My brother lived in Burlington for a couple of years and really enjoyed it - he found it pretty open-minded, easy-going, etc. I don't know alot else about it but it sounded like a really nice place. Best of luck to you in your home search! Andie Hm! I’d love to convince you to move NOrth of the border to Canada, where I live :) but I get the impression that the continental US is where it’s at for you. (Though there may be interesting opportunities abroad, ie. Europe, Canada, etc.) THough that may not feel so much like home … I’ve enjoyed living in several different places but home is a wonderful feeling.

So, failing a move to my fair country, have you considered Vermont? My brother lived in Burlington for a couple of years and really enjoyed it – he found it pretty open-minded, easy-going, etc. I don’t know alot else about it but it sounded like a really nice place.

Best of luck to you in your home search!

Andie

]]> By: Amy http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-472 Amy Sat, 01 Mar 2008 23:32:52 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-472 LOL....I would write "And I'm used to the roads and the tunnels in that area already" except I moved away from VA when I was 9 and I hear traffic is way worse. But actually, we're pretty much looking at the whole state, including VA Beach. Who knows? It could happen, and then virtual soup would turn into, um, well just soup. LOL….I would write “And I’m used to the roads and the tunnels in that area already” except I moved away from VA when I was 9 and I hear traffic is way worse. But actually, we’re pretty much looking at the whole state, including VA Beach. Who knows? It could happen, and then virtual soup would turn into, um, well just soup.

]]> By: Blessedmomof4 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-471 Blessedmomof4 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 18:05:32 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-471 Hey Amy, How about Va Beach, VA?! You'd already have built in playmates and friends to help you get settled it :)! The air quality here is good, I think b/c of the sea breezes we get. There are definitely four seasons. People are VERY active in the community and very involved in taking care of the homeless, poor, soup kitchens.....very nice people here.....maybe some conservative, but you can find anytype of "group" you are looking for :)! It is BEAUTIFUL here, and it is definitely a buyers market here!!! Va Beach schools are some of the best in the Hampton Roads area, I've heard. Now, as far as a job for you dh........well, Chris said they probably arent as plentiful as in Roanoke, but they still exist..........Just wanted to put in a VOTE for our community!!! :) Here's hoping your dh can get a job here, so we can be neighbors. We have finally put down roots after 11 yrs. of moving every couple of yrs. We have been here for 6 yrs. and feel like we are home. I hope you find your new "home" soon! :) Hey Amy,
How about Va Beach, VA?! You’d already have built in playmates and friends to help you get settled it :) !

The air quality here is good, I think b/c of the sea breezes we get. There are definitely four seasons. People are VERY active in the community and very involved in taking care of the homeless, poor, soup kitchens…..very nice people here…..maybe some conservative, but you can find anytype of “group” you are looking for :) ! It is BEAUTIFUL here, and it is definitely a buyers market here!!! Va Beach schools are some of the best in the Hampton Roads area, I’ve heard. Now, as far as a job for you dh……..well, Chris said they probably arent as plentiful as in Roanoke, but they still exist……….Just wanted to put in a VOTE for our community!!! :) Here’s hoping your dh can get a job here, so we can be neighbors. We have finally put down roots after 11 yrs. of moving every couple of yrs. We have been here for 6 yrs. and feel like we are home. I hope you find your new “home” soon! :)

]]> By: Amy http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-470 Amy Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:26:23 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-470 AG, THANK YOU. That's very helpful, especially since you're in the tech field, too. And the tip about Utah is GOLDEN--I'm really not wanting to move from one conservative area to another. This helps so much. :) HI Wendy, I love your suggestion, but then again I'm not sure anyone would pay to relocate us to Hawaii, lol. That's a much bigger expense than moving across several states. :) I've never been, but I've known several people who say exactly the same thing! AG, THANK YOU. That’s very helpful, especially since you’re in the tech field, too. And the tip about Utah is GOLDEN–I’m really not wanting to move from one conservative area to another. This helps so much. :)

HI Wendy,
I love your suggestion, but then again I’m not sure anyone would pay to relocate us to Hawaii, lol. That’s a much bigger expense than moving across several states. :) I’ve never been, but I’ve known several people who say exactly the same thing!

]]> By: wendy http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/comment-page-1/#comment-469 wendy Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:00:13 +0000 http://www.theasthmamom.com/2008/02/29/thoughts-on-moving-and-looking-for-home/#comment-469 Hawaii, Hawaii, Hawaii!!! I live in Montreal, Canada, where we are presently freezing our buns off and buried under tons of snow. A couple of years ago, I followed my dream and visited Hawaii for the first time. As the plane touched down, I had this strange feeling that I was coming home. I'd never been there. Once outside, I took a deep breath of fresh, soft, fragrant air, felt the warm sun on my face and knew I was in heaven. I would make Hawaii my home in a heartbeat if I could. Good luck on finding your new home. Hawaii, Hawaii, Hawaii!!!
I live in Montreal, Canada, where we are presently freezing our buns off and buried under tons of snow.

A couple of years ago, I followed my dream and visited Hawaii for the first time.
As the plane touched down, I had this strange feeling that I was coming home. I’d never been there.

Once outside, I took a deep breath of fresh, soft, fragrant air, felt the warm sun on my face and knew I was in heaven.

I would make Hawaii my home in a heartbeat if I could.
Good luck on finding your new home.

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