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I’m thinking of moving to NYC post-retirement. I I’ll be 61 soon. lived in DC for 24 years after living in TX. I moved back in TX after retiring as most of my family lives here. Besides having family close by, other benefits are It’s a much lower cost of living than DC, it’s cleaner, friendlier people, great customer service, no state income tax, and no natural disasters in the part of TX I now live in. Housing prices are awesome. But some of the cons - it doesn’t have four seasons, not enough variety of stuff to do that appeals to me (even though I live in one of the biggest cities in TX) and I prefer a compact, walkable city with a metro/subway. So NYC is calling my name. I’ll be visiting for a 7th time (first time was in mid-80’s) in Dec with tentative plans to move to Manhattan or Brooklyn in 2025 or 2026, as long as the crime doesn’t get any worse and my health and fitness are as they are today. I love to know it’s not just 20 year olds moving to the city.

Great production. Shocking you should have way more followers

Really appreciate you sharing this process and lifestyle with us! :) I've always wanted to live in both of those cities, it's great to see them up close.

I admire how organized you are in living bi-coastal. I can understand how freeing it is to be able to see your families and experience both areas on a regular basis. By the way, I always enjoy your photography.

Former partner. Not ex. You aren't 15 anymore. Stop being so basic about your relationships. So embarrassing for you.

What's your favorite way to get around NYC when you're in slow mode?

So, for me google maps & Uber!!!! lol Yep, you're going to have to give me a refresher course on the subway!!!!!🤨🥀🌹

These are great tips especially for those new to riding the subway. Know which direction you are going and make sure to get on the right train reminds me of my trip to Brooklyn decades ago, I was taking the 3 train from 14th st heading to Brooklyn but much to my shock ended up in the Bronx. This was due to taking the uptown 3 instead of the downtown 3. Too bad I had not noticed until I had been on the train close to 40 minutes !!!!! Live and learn! Thanks for all of the cool tips !!

Hiya GB😂….Yeah, THE NYC Subway 🚇 is da 💣!….People don’t show enuff luv for it, I still think it’s the single best thing ‘bout livin’ here-relatively safe, clean and reliable….But then again, I am (and remain) absolutely enamored ❤ by this city so I may be biased…There’s no place like home 🏠!

my biggest mistake was falling asleep on the L at night and ending up on the other side of Brooklyn!

I love the music really cute cuts too! Also really cool to see sues art ;)

Nice apartment. Nice balcony

Moving to SC this week and leaving MI behind! Love the area although I’ll be in the upstate. Nice video, thank you!

Its so wholesome that you could do this for your Aunt. ❤ Would like to see more of her work.

I love seeing the street scenes in the West Village............

Sounds like a successful visit!

What local art have you seen lately?

All of your advice is great! I moved from Seattle to New York 10 years ago. and I actually found that lining up appointments to view several apartments that I was interested in, within a week, and then actually booking a trip for that week to go to New York to view the apartments, I found to be more valuable than getting an agent! Because in New York you have to make rental decisions quickly anyways! That's just my personal experience.

Thank you for your channel! I lived in NYC most of my life, but moved to LA for a freelance job and ended up staying for 12 years. Never stopped dreaming of moving back. Finally made it happen 2 years ago. But it was a slog. So much of your situation rings true for me. SO glad I stuck it out and couldn't be happier. Did you see the documentary about Fran Lebowitz? In it she was counseling her niece who wanted to move here...when she could "afford it." "Stop right there," said Fran.."Nobody can 'afford' to live in NY. That's never why people want to live here." There are many other great reasons

Bittersweet moments rip at my heart strings. Transitions in life are more challenging to me now at age 67 than they were two (or five) decades ago. Time is the tyrant and it looms over me like a black cloud. I miss feeling carefree and lighthearted. Worry and caution have replaced those feelings. We prepare in less than a month to leave our Midwest home of 35 years and move south to a brand new home in a place where we know no one. I get tired of feeling terrified and pray the feeling of excitement will emerge once I’m there. You’re a wise woman Geraldine and if you have any words of advise you think might benefit me, I’d be grateful to hear them. Never having had children gave me a false sense of extended youthfulness and I think my mind and heart are now in a state of emergency trying to live in reality!

Been in your shoes-it’s a lot but you’ll be okay and will she.

I'm currently going through this with my daughter! I'm so excited and scared for her!

Where is that store located with the artwork?

I love the music so much in this one! Really great video!

It’s not Manhattan, but I’ll keep my 750 sq ft Loft with private balcony and free parking space directly in front of my door in Tulsa for under $650/mo for now… 😅 great video, hope you find the one that makes you happy. ‘

“…and not get pregnant.” Indeed best to avoid that at this point! Love your humor!

We encouraged our kids to live in dorms the first year. They both loved it, as it gave them a chance to acclimate to their new school.

The stark reality of things. Ugh! Dorm at least the first year. It’s not like it’s a forever thing.

I say dorms! 💯

I want to thank you for your videos. I lived in NYC in my 20s and 30s with my hubby. Loved it and I left when he got sick so I could stop working and take care of him, NYC was too expensive without a job. Anyway, now that I am your age I have been thinking of returning but I see little reminders in your videos that remind me that maybe NYC is for the young, long walks, subways and without a partner it can be lonely, so many things to do but nobody to do it with…anyhow it is just my feeling…if tomorrow I won the lottery I would buy a brownstone in the west village and get a car with a driver …so maybe is the $ or lack of that makes it seem not ok for this age…😢😮you enjoy that beautiful city and I know Hoboken, it is nice too…enjoy 😢😮

I have lived in nyc and this part of nj…there is no place like nyc ..if you can afford it…stay in nyc

got any good New York apt stories?

Did you perhaps mean 'mocha', or am i an old fuddy-duddy for missing another change in language?

My condolences on the loss of your sweet family member. Wow, Laguna Beach really is as beautiful as everyone claims!

I’m now on my own search for the best matcha ice cream. Looks delicious! 😊

I’m definitely going to check out Somisomi based on your review! I need that adorable fish shaped cone. lol 🐠.

I wanna go back!! love your film style ;)

There are so many places like this in Chiang Mai. Coffee shop capital of Thailand. Insane deserts too. You can follow the migration of the fish waffles back to is origins.

Has anyone had a better Matcha softserve ever?

Thrilled to be along for the ride! Saved this for the great tips, too! Can you tell me what kind of microphone you are using? I need to get one for my own new channel :)

Wow, super happy I found you tonight! I am your age & do photography as a hobby since I was a teen. I also started a youtube channel last year (Wyrd Woven) as a shamanic artist but might just start making whatever I feel like there as I have many other interests. Whatever camera and lens you are using here looks absolutely gorgeous!!! I am in the midst of huge changes also, will be watching your content with great interest and wishing you all the luck!

Love you guys! Wish I was this artistic. Such a beautiful, beautiful video......talk to you soon! 🥀🌻🥰🥰

R.I.P. sweet little bunny.

just buy a cheap car a new fiat is like 10k

i am 62 now,. have lymphoma and for some reason my curly hair changed a lot, and i was still coloring it medium brown. come lockdown, i got my husband to shave my head - because why not? he shaves it every month with a six for hair clippers and i just love it. i've learned to tame it with gel, and fortunately i have a good shaped head, high cheekbones and olive skin. it's fun and different. you suit it and i absolutely understand what you mean by looking younger with grey hair - completely agree!! subscribed🥰 also.... that music !

Great conclusion!

Interesting you would eat the cheese separate from the meatballs.

Such great insight and mindfulness! And I always try to remind myself that my cringey moments are growth opportunities but admittedly it doesn’t always help. lol 🤪

CO-LIVING great for travelers

I love the woman at the first bagel shop when you told her it was your first time there. She said you made it here at just the right time. Awwww ❤