

Many people I knew in my "past life" (i.e., when I lived on the mainland), myself included, worked their butts off all year and saved their pennies just to travel to an exotic place for one week out of the year. They spent that week basking in the sun, sipping pina coladas, floating, breathing fresh air, sleeping naked, relaxing and having fun. Then they would go back to the snow, the stress, the flouresent lights, the heat and/or air conditioning and start the treadmill all over again. Some souls, like me, dared to dream about actually LIVING in such a place - but sometimes illness, family, or just plain old fear prevents that from happening.
I'm here to tell you that LIFE IS SHORT and if you are one of those people who needs SUNSHINE, FRESH AIR, NATURAL LIGHT, and an environment that supports STRESS FREE LIVING - then you literally can not afford NOT to live here (or somewhere like here).
Think about this.....
*We don't have "conditioned" air - we breathe the fresh air every day, all day, 365 days a year.
*There is beauty everywhere we look. Flowers bloom all year, hummingbirds flitter about, the sea is a zillion colors of blue, we have 'big sky.'
*It is warm here every day, all day, 365 days a year. We don't need coats or socks or sweaters. And even underwear is optional here!! LOL
*We live amongst people who have come here to escape the stress. We all share a knowing smile when someone is late and laugh it off to being on "Cruzian time." No one gets their panties in a wad over someone being a little late.
*We get to hear the sound of waves crashing, or lapping, depending on which end of the island we happen to be on. Do you know/remember how relaxing and soothing (i.e., HEALTHY) that is???
*We sleep naked here every night - usually with just a sheet across us! We get to feel the tropical breezes and experience the sounds of birds and frogs and waves as we go to sleep and wake up! And we wake up to the SUN - NOT to an alarm clock! It's heaven!
So what is holding you back? Are you afraid you can't find work here? Afraid of never seeing your family? Afraid of not "fitting in?" Afraid of not having good medical care? Let me address your fears.
If you can show up on time and are willing to work - SOMEONE is going to hire you and appreciate the hell out of you! Now, you may not make as much money as you do up there in the hinterlands - but how much money do you REALLY need to live comfortably? Do you really need all those THINGS? Do they really bring you health and happiness? Look at what is important to you - and if you're like most of us - being healthy, stress free, and comfortable probably rank up there higher than having the latest designer watch or dress or shoes......
If you live in paradise, you better bet you will see your family! How fun will it be to have your kids, grandkids, friends come see you in your "new life" in paradise??!! Just make sure you limit their stay - or you may have "permanent" guests!!! Plus - you are going to want to get "off the rock" at least once a year - so you'll see your friends and family.
This is the most friendly place I have ever lived. And right off the bat - you have SO MUCH in common with all the other transplanted mainlanders who have chosen to move here. There are many opportunities to get involved, to volunteer, to contribute, to learn, and to play.
If you're afraid of not being able to receive good medical care here, think again. We have great physicians here, two good companies who offer airlift to the mainland in the event of a tragedy that would necessitate taking you off island, and plenty of alternative healers.
Plus - if you live here - your health is going to improve so much - that your medical bills will plummet anyway. This is a HEALTHY place to live!
And the icing on the cake???? The interest rates are at an all time LOW here - and inventory is good - sellers are motivated - and prices are very reasonable. So.....what are you waiting for???? Sell all your "stuff" (believe me, it's such a good feeling to do that once you make the decision to do it!!) - and come here and downsize and simplify and enjoy your life.....it's the only one you've got!!! Live where and how you want to live! P.S. If you want to talk about this, call 340-626-3758 or email kim@email.vi. You won't find an alignment of rates, prices, and inventory this favorable in many years.