Well, the best laid plans, and all that...
Yesterday an interesting offer came my way. Did I mention before that I had applications in for several apartments near my son, not just one? Well, the first one had been offered, and I showed you photos of it Wednesday. And I had all intentions of moving there.
Until!
Another apartment came available, and it's in Durango. And it's my very first choice in Durango. And so I said yes yes yes!
I have to be approved again, so that process which took so long with this first apartment in Cortez has prepared me to do everything possible the right way. I will spend hours and hours as my own administrative assistant (a job I held many times in my working life!) And hopefully things will come together, with the same move in date, just a few miles closer to where I now live. And unfortunately a few miles further from my son in Cortez.
But it's right downtown in Durango! A block away from the main street...and the railroad. That will make me feel like home, since the railroad ran a block away here in NC. (Though it seldom does now!)
How do you like those trees? Better, eh? I don't think my apartment will face this direction, but rather out over the town, and probably a view of the mountains beyond.
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Now back to my prepared post!
Almost a goodbye luncheon...
...Barbara, you live in a beautiful little piece of heaven. I hope that you will move to another!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tom. I'm going to be living within 4 walls, with only house plants and no outside porch or patio for potted plants - a big change.
DeleteIt sounds as if the better offer is much better. Even if there's a long process getting there.
ReplyDeleteThe area where it’s located is definitely nicer, though I’m not thrilled to be inside a big building with a lot of other people.
DeleteYour reply to Tom, above, at first made me think that it was a place without windows. I had to read it again. :) You meal looks and sounds scrumpt.
ReplyDeleteI will have to get used to a hallway and elevators leading into my home, instead of just being situated right next to the outside p!
DeleteAha! I recognize that view! I remember the little jaunt we took up there one summer very well. I wish I'd known about the French Silk Pie.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're going to get your preferred apartment. That is simply wonderful.
And I will be in such a great location. Will have to get used to the “pod style” living with closer neighbors!
DeleteEverything crossed for a successful application and move!!
ReplyDeleteWell, just don’t cross your eyes!
DeleteDurango is much more our cup of tea- Lake Nighthorse only four miles or so away. Might be a very long walk to Cortez but nothing your son's vehicle can't manage! Fingers crossed that the apt. is yours. Much better than yesterday's choice...that really looked grim and my heart did sink!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to have your vote of confidence!, I know nothing about Lake Nighthorse, and will check it out. I like having a coffee shop around the block!
DeleteGood news! I hope all goes smoothly!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Me too!
DeleteWhen I was drooling over the menu I had chosen the Chicken Pot Pie. And the crust was even more than I dreamed it would be! Delicious! I am glad you were able to have lunch with your friend.
ReplyDeleteThe new apartment looks wonderful! What a great location.
It certainly was delicious. I already feel how much I’ll miss my friends here. They are so dear to me!
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ReplyDeleteGreat news on the apartment in Durango, will it be close to your son? The dinners look yummy and I love the scenic views. Beautiful photos. Take care, enjoy your day!
I think my son will be about 45 miles away. His cars are 4 wheel drive at least.
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