Hi everyone! We are still here but have been mostly silent for the last few months. Sorry, it has been challenging finding a minute to write in between settling into our home, getting comfortable, making new friends, and working full time. Not much happening in the world of international luxury (on a budget) travel, but we have a few things in the pipeline….

The House

Well, the house needs to be gutted and completely rebuilt as we would do so many things different next time. Kidding (sort of) the house is beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier. We are cooking up a storm (check out our sister blog homemade-chef.com), sitting by the fire and spending much more time outside in our wooded backyard before the frost comes in. As Matt literally just said on the phone to his parents, every single window (all 14 of them), or external door has views of the woods. It is just calming and peaceful and as much as I dread the coming snow, it will be stunning.

Maine

While Maine is not physically abroad, mentally it could not be further away from what I am used to. We are in a remote area, the weather is quite cooler than our last 12 years in the South, it is quiet, no traffic and people are nice and tolerant! I have always wanted to live here and now I am wondering what has taken so long. I have never been more relaxed, not in a rush and less anxious in my life. There is just something about these woods, the animals, the sounds, and lack of urgency that is so refreshing. Having Ogunquit just 15-20 minutes away is great when we want to get out and have some gayness, but it is also wonderful to be able to drive to our wooded home after to relax.

The Babies

They also love the house, the sun, and the quiet outdoor possibilities.

Upcoming International Travel

So far, our upcoming international travel for the next year is minimal. We are traveling to Canada in a couple of weeks for our sister’s wedding (there will be reviews of the flights, see upcoming posts) and we are traveling to Portugal in July. However, you know us, sometimes more just pop up!

Lessons Learned

Work remotely and live wherever you want! Lol okay not always practical, but don’t be afraid to take some risks in life. Maine is very different than what we are used to and so far, it has been best decision we have made in a long time (helps we have a cozy condo in FL to hide in during the winter months!). The house, the location and the people we have met are all just lovely.

Bon Voyage,

Andrew