Exploring the Reasons Behind Moving Away from London and Seeking New Horizons
Our journey to North-East England during the early 1970s was prompted by both family and economic reasons. Due to higher living costs and overcrowding, relocating seemed like the ideal solution for a comfortable life. The affordability of North-East England continues to draw many, yet there are even cheaper alternatives that may be less grim.
Reasons for Moving and University Life
While attending university, my parents made the decision to move to another town. However, my primary motivation for leaving came in the form of a life-changing event. In 1996, I got divorced and shortly thereafter, while on a walking holiday in Cyprus, I met the love of my life. Our relationship was evolving; we spent weekends apart familiarizing ourselves with each other and integrating into our respective social circles.
Two years later, we decided to live together. Given his larger house and more stable job, I relocated to join him. We married in 2001, and since then, neither of us has returned to our home towns. While we don’t anticipate relocating again anytime soon, I would consider moving back to my home town if anything were to happen to my husband, as it's where my family and friends still reside.
The Impact of Economic Factors on Relocation
Back in 1979, the building slump in the United States caused a ripple effect on industries like lumber, leading to job losses and economic downturns. In my case, the tightening labor market in Idaho pushed me to reconsider my career path. Considering the military, as my father had been in the Air Force, felt like a natural fit. In the Army, I found an unspoken optimism among Texans, a trait that made Texas seem like an attractive alternative to the harsh realities of unemployment in Idaho.
After my enlistment, the decision to move or return to Idaho was a critical one. Texas offered better employment prospects, and while the job may not have been ideal, it certainly beat unemployment. Thirty-five years later, I find myself still in Texas, actively seeking a job with better pay. Though I am not worried about finding employment, I remain hopeful for a better opportunity.