"Dreams in a Drawer"

Four years ago today, I closed on the sale of my house in the Victory Memorial neighborhood of N. Minneapolis (after I moved to this building).

Today, I gave notice to move out of Wyndris, the 62+ building where I've lived for four+ years and worked part-time as Concierge for three+ years. In these four years, I've lived in apartments 312, 514 and 510. I will be moving by July 1st.

Enthusiastically embracing change has always been a part of my belief system and the month of May has been the month most of my decisions have been made. Over the past six weeks, I have been enduring a complicated application process to move to a Tax Credit (Section 42) property located in White Bear Township, a suburban area North of St Paul. The property is three miles from the charming downtown of White Bear Lake, MN.

I've jumped through more hoops than you can imagine; 30 minutes ago, I was notified I was finally approved. Two minutes ago, I gave notice of my intention to leave my current residence. I will continue to work at my current building part time; I will continue to see my beloved neighbors.

I just couldn't pass up a larger living space for less money. The cost of housing is spiraling everywhere; so, I chose to make a change before it became financially problematic for me.

The property I am moving to is cottage style ... two bedrooms, one bath with an attached garage all on one level ... 1000 sq ft. It's like having a small house, enough room for Bella and me and for guests. It's not as plush or well-appointed as my current place, but It is nice, very quiet and much closer to where I receive medical care; the primary reason I stay in Minnesota is the quality healthcare in this state. Several members of my care team have been in my corner for more than a decade.

Now, the real planning begins ... My last moves have been internal. This time I am moving 16 miles away and it's going to take a lot more organizing and packing than at any point since I sold my house in 2019. And, by the way, the new property is owned and managed by the company whose employment I left 10 years ago today. Full Circle Change!