From Florida to Gtr. Manchester

Just want to say "Hi." I'm a mom of a 1 year old and freezing here in the Northwest. Great to find this site

What part of Florida are you from and how long have you been freezing in the Northwest?

I came from Naples; lived there 20 years.

Well, you were my neighbor, I'm from Ft.Myers. i've been here for 5 months now.  How long have you been here?

I've been here 5 years...peedal on this board just came across a few months ago from Fort Myers!

Last time I was back was a year ago this week.

Hi muddindogs, welcome. I have 3 younguns here myself, 2, 3, and 5 years old. Do you stay at home with yours? That can take it's toll if you don't get out much. I know, I live it.

I don't remember it being this cold so long last winter.

Great to have replies. Yes I stay home - I am so nervous about driving over here, I need to build my confidence. Well, Leah I can't whine too much now as I'm only home with one - not three.

Hiya.  I lived in Florida 3 years....so I can see how you'd be a wee bit colder over here.  Welcome to the site.  
wench

Thanks for the welcome Wench. Hopefully, it will get warmer soon - it's great to hear how you have settled in and have a zest for everything - it keeps me positive.  

LOL!  A zest for everything...hmmm.  

hehe, ya should have heard me a year ago it was more like "I hate this  [smiley=veryangry.gif] (*&(&%*%))%$%$&( place!"
lol.  

You'll get better chica.  And when in doubt St Johns Wort and chocolate work well in tandem.  

(huggles)
wench

Hi,
I'm currently living in Denver, but was born in Gainesville and raised in Orlando.
How did you end up moving to England? I'm so jealous. I can't wait until I can do the same.
So, tell me about the winter...just how cold is it? Fortunately, having lived in Colorado...and in upstate NY a few years ago has prepared me for most anything.  

HI, I have family here (my father, brother and his family) - I'll admit I was a whiner in Florida when we had our 'winter' cold spell - it has been mild recently Good luck with your plans to move and if you have any questions this site is a great resource.