domestic reflections: Our Next Adventure.

Our Next Adventure.

June 5, 2013

So, there is something sort of major that I have failed to tell you guys. I'll just go ahead and say it....we are moving to Italy for 7 months. And we leave a week from Saturday!!

There are stories about how this all came about and what it has taken to get here, but I figure I'll just go ahead and share things about this adventure as they arise. I really want to blog from over there....both as a way to keep in touch with you all and to help preserve the stories and photos from our big trip.

In the meantime, we have lots of packing, planning and visiting with friends and family to do!

We will be back here in about 11 days, can you believe it??? (Follow along on Instagram if you'd like....my username is missjora.)

25 comments:

torrieJune 5, 2013 at 4:51 PM
Wooooow!!!!! So happy for you... Following your dreams <3. ...& I cannot wait for the pictures (in which I'll be dreaming, & drooling, I'm sure ;)).
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katie//salt+pineJune 5, 2013 at 5:05 PM
What?! That is so amazingly wonderful, Jora!! Like Torrie, I can't wait for all the photos and stories. I'm so going to live vicariously!

Bon voyage! (Ack...I only know French! And could I use more exclamation points in my comment? ;) )
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EngraciaJune 5, 2013 at 5:08 PM
That is so exciting, my family did that when I was a kid, but it was to Portugal & for 12 months. It will be such a fantastic experience for your family. Looking forward to your posts here & on Instagram.
Engracia
xx
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CourtneyJune 5, 2013 at 5:44 PM
That is fantastic!! My sister moved to Spain for six months last year, and I think it was such an incredible growing and learning experience for her family (she has four kids). Those pictures are insanely beautiful. The scenery alone means you'll have an amazing time.
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MaryJune 6, 2013 at 6:08 AM
WOW! That's an amazing adventure! Looking forward to hearing all about it.
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LenaJune 6, 2013 at 8:12 AM
I can't wait to hear all about it! Moving abroad is an amazing adventure, my husband and I learned a lot.
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KateJune 6, 2013 at 11:34 AM
I'm beyond envious, holy cow what a fantastic 7 months you have ahead of you! Please keep the blogging going, I'll look forward to your beautiful posts!
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SaraJune 6, 2013 at 1:40 PM
I can't wait to follow along! You guys are such an inspiration, I always show my husband the posts, and say look what we HAVE to do one day!! Italy is such a magical place, have the BEST time ever!!!
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AnonymousJune 6, 2013 at 11:31 PM
Wow, can't wait to read all about it!! P.S. do you need a nanny? :) xx
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CocoleJune 7, 2013 at 12:20 PM
Congratulations ! Sounds fantaaaastic! I dream about moving somewhere with my family for short period someday, maybe the Us or France. I hope you enjoy every minute of it! And keep us informed, as everyone thinks you are an inspiration! I really enjoy reading your blog. Travel safe and good luck.
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mirariJune 8, 2013 at 9:53 AM
Good luck un your new destination, sure you'll have great moments. Looking at these photos, they give me an idea of a superb holiday (we don't live too far from Italy... ).
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heather{land}June 8, 2013 at 3:14 PM
eeee! Cannot wait to follow along and live vicariously through your adventures. Your kiddos are such lucky ducks :)
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Love, InkJune 10, 2013 at 7:17 AM
How fun, Jora! I am very jealous! :)
It will be so wonderful to join you through your posts!
Enjoy every second of it.
XO
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meganwoodwilcoxJune 10, 2013 at 9:49 AM
yaaay for being brave enough to do major travel with 3 kiddos in tow - please share the good, the bad & the ugly with us when you're able to!! xo, megan
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UnknownJune 11, 2013 at 5:09 AM
Beautiful Photos! Congrats on your new adventure! Can't wait to read all about it:)
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180360June 11, 2013 at 12:40 PM
This will be such an incredible experience for all of you! I wish I could come visit while you're there! I do hope (when you have time) that you'll share the logistics of how everything came together. I'd love to know for our future trip abroad. :) Love you guys and safe journeys! xoxo
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RachelJune 11, 2013 at 3:40 PM
Enjoy! This is really what life is all about.
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Sarah's Fab DayJune 13, 2013 at 10:09 AM
Wow! So exciting! I can't wait to follow all your Italian adventures.
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UnknownJune 14, 2013 at 7:42 PM
oh my gosh, what??! Cannot wait to follow along :)
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Barbie // Fringe & FeathersJune 22, 2013 at 8:07 AM
I've been following your journey on Instagram, and now here. What an amazing adventure! Just added to my list of must-see places. Can't wait to read all about it.
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UnknownJune 24, 2013 at 11:12 PM
Oh that is so exciting! Where is little E's (black/navy? and white) dress from?! i am a designer and love how you dress your kids! best kiddo style and of course you look fabulous too! Best Wishes on your new adventure!
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DanaJuly 18, 2013 at 12:02 PM
your photos are gorgeous (and so are the little kiddies!). what a great blog - i discovered it via cupcakes and cashmere. love it!!

thecasualclassic.blogspot.com
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R's RueJuly 18, 2013 at 6:17 PM
Beautiful photos!
www.rsrue.blogspot.com
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UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 9:55 PM
Wow these pictures are gorgeous! I'm so jealous that you are moving their for 7 months. I did my study abroad in Florence, and I miss is every day!
xoxo
Erica
sweet-endeavors.blogspot.com
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Gillian Longworth McGuireJuly 21, 2013 at 1:44 PM
You are off to a the perfect start of your Italian adventure! I am so looking forward to seeing where you go next!
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