We count the days (1399) until our retirement to the Lakes Region. Once our second son graduates, our summer vacation becomes permanent! My husband has a business and we have raised our children in Florida (not to far from FL Boater, I think).
If it weren’t for the opportunities Florida afforded us, we would never know of the bucolic shores of Winnipesaukee. Yet if I could rearrange the universe, I would have raised the boys right here in NH. The vibe is more genuine, the population more grounded. People seem to embrace character and integrity and purpose. The change of seasons, even a change in the weather, here on the lake provides a gentle drama compared to dodging hurricanes or fleeing the oppressive humidity. Admittedly, we will likely always have a place in FL. I’m pushin’ 50 now and the knees and the back are complaining of the cold in ways unheard of heretofore!
For those of you fortunate enough to be here year round… hold the fort down we’re on our way!
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