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My daughter reminds me of myself years ago. There is a bit of gypsy blood coursing through our veins. So, I went along on this adventure with her vicariously through text messages and photos.
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Traveling with my daughter … from my phone.
I‘ve been distracted lately as any mother would be when her daughter and son-in-law plan a huge, long distance move from one state to another.
For a few years now, the couple spent part of their vacation visiting states they were interested in living. My daughter hates the cold of winters, but was living in Colorado. Originally they planned on moving to Texas. She loves the Galveston area because we lived there when she was a kid. So she took little trips with her friend to revisit the a place that has memories and isn’t cold. After a few scouting out trips, she didn't think it would be where she and her hubby would be able to settle. Then, she thought of Florida. 
And now, the crazy time begins! Last year the couple wanted to spend a few days in Pensacola. It was on their short list. Plus, it was winter, they were in Colorado, thus a great time to go to the Sunshine state. They did the whole booking of a resort-like hotel, got airline tickets and got there just before the airports were about to close due to ...SNOW! I MEAN ENOUGH SNOW TO KEEP THEM STUCK ON THE HOTEL SIDE OF THE BRIDGE. They were unable to visit the downtown area and sample the food at the local restaurants, which were closed anyway! I mean...stuck! They had to overstay their visit awaiting snow removal, and the airport opening. However, they were able to make a snow castle on the beach.  Yeah, Florida is not the best state to get stuck in the snow. It’s a rarity, but it does happen. 
“Web-Daughter, why did you decide to be up north in the Panhandle? You love heat, you should check out towns further south.”
Evidently she liked the brochures. 
The couple were so disappointed they second-guessed the idea of moving to Florida.
My daughter told me once she got back home... "I don’t like Florida anymore!”
Months go by and suddenly, they are searching warmer areas to live. They thought they’d give Florida another chance. Before I know it, they are searching houses online and actually bought one based on virtual tour and inspection done. I guess with her luck that was a better plan than actually going there to house hunt. I mean a hurricane could have shown up the moment they pulled up in front of the house.
Packing and moving:
I kept getting text updates as they planned the move. The house in Denver was going up for sale. Besides packing they decided the walls could use a painting. Well, that didn't work out like expected. You see, they were on a tight deadline to be in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their banker in Colorado said they can use the notary public at a sister bank there to finalize the paperwork for the loan on their new home. The house in Florida was awaiting their arrival for the closing date within days. Needless to say, the wall painting stopped, and serious packing began.
My daughter dances to the beat of a different drummer. Somewhat like her mother. She doesn’t have your regular cat or dog for a pet. Not my kid...Between the two of them, they have 5 ferrets!  They joined ferret clubs in Colorado where they could win a ribbon during ferret shows. Don’t ask me what show-tricks ferrets do, I don’t do rodents.
While they are traveling I asked if the ferrets traveled well. I got a photo of their carrier with snugly ferrets. It was a longer car trip than usual for them. She said they were angry with her. What do they do to show their anger? Shunning? teeth baring? Middle paw-claw? Anyone's guess.
When they got to Chattanooga, they got to the bank early in the morning to find that the Notary Public wasn't able to notarize, since the Denver bank hadn't sent all the necessary information.  They were sent down the road to hit another town on another day, in Florida to seal the loan deal before closing.
Once in Florida her shipped car arrived at their hotel parking lot. She and her hubby took their own cars and headed toward their appointed closing office. The next text said, my car did a 360 skid on an on-ramp! I still can't picture what the cause was. Had it been raining? How did she ever manage to drive in the Colorado snow. I guess she over-corrected. (She must have been hell on wheels in the Denver snow!)
“It’s all good, Mom. Nobody was there at the time. No accidents caused." Yeah, and no witnesses, either!
The closing went well. They finally made it to their new home. She sent some photos, and said she loved it. It's a good thing because they bought the house before seeing it in person. Those virtual tours must be convincing. It was so empty because her moving truck hadn't arrived, so no furniture. Eventually the movers will get there. Air mattresses are fine for these occasions, that I know!
She said, “Mom, moving long distance is so stressful.”
“Yes, daughter, tell me about it.”
It’s so true. When the kids were small, we’ve moved across the country and the time zones in-between. I asked my husband as he and his crew were closing up their jobs at a Co-Gen plant in Wyoming. “Where to now?”
“California! How soon can we be packed.”
I got very good at packing up whichever current residence we were at, and helping to move boxes into the rental truck as tightly as possible, and believe me, it was always a tight fit. I boasted to him, “two days... I can have it done in two days.” And so it was.
My thoughts about days of yore were interrupted when my daughter texted a weather alert ... "Mom, MOM...there's a tropical storm heading in our direction! I think Florida hates me!" 
"At least it isn't snow, this time! Welcome to Florida, dear daughter. I’m just across the peninsula from you--for half the year...when hurricane season is over, that is!" 
That’s all the traveling she did in my second July edition Of the Comedy Newsletter.
Until next time—laugh hard, laugh often. And, have an adventure every so often!
Travel on...
P.S.
I recently got a text from my daughter: "Mom! I just saw my first Florida bug!!! "
"Welcome to Florida, Web-Daughter! Yes, there are intimidating huge Palmetto Roaches that might wander into your living space. Ortho is your friend."
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Sumojo 
Thank you, ⱲєbⱲitϚћ WDC's 25 for a great newsletter. I’m sure you looked wonderful you wench! I’ll remember the ice block trick next summer.
Yes, I did look pretty hot ...literally!
Dave Ryan 
When I was in my teens, I hated hot weather during school term time. Everyone else in class would be in shirt sleeves, and I'd still be wearing my pullover and blazer as camouflage to hide any signs that I was wearing a girdle. Unfortunately, shoving ice cubes inside my Instant Slimmer wasn't an option, though it would definitely have had some comedy value!)
I'm sure comedy value wasn't what you wanted at the time. That had to be horrible, heat rash heat with those layers of clothes, indeed! 
StephBee 
Thanks for the Tip, Webbie. I can honestly say I've never tried THAT.   
It worked great, Steph!
Lazy Writer est 4/24/2008
Thank you so much for including my story in your newsletter!
You are quite welcome!
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