The house where Taylor grew up is no more. I sold it to a lovely Chinese couple who wanted to make it their own, and raise their own children. It was a lot of work getting it ready but it sold in one day. Since I had already promised to do certain things, I did them, but I think I got a better price because of it. I closed on August 17, but I have 30 days to move because my friend and I are going to Italy and the new place isn't ready yet.
My friend decided we should move into his new place in New Jersey together. He has arranged for a lot of work to be done on it while we are in Italy - painting, cleaning, closet remodel, etc. He has been trying to sell his condo in New York City for a year, and maybe having somewhere to move TO will give him impetus to get it done. Meanwhile, until he is ready to move I will move my belongings into that new apartment and live with him in NYC. We will see how it works. Although I've spent over half my time at his place the last five years, I've lived alone for a long time and not sure I want someone telling me what I can do and where I can go and who my friends can be. Sometimes being a grown-up means actually being grown up and making your own choices.
I'm almost completely packed, at least, so it is just a case of finishing some painting and cleaning the whole house thoroughly after we return from our trip. We leave for Italy on the 25th which is extremely exciting for me. I've never been and am so looking forward to it.
I love you my dearest children
Grandma Nici
