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Ar
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July 25, 2005 at 12:14 pm
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Hi all, I have a job interview next week in Florida – just north of Tampa. I also may have one in Palm Beach. I would appreciate the wisdom of those of you who live in Florida… How do you keep your collections from going bad in the heat and humidity (eg. if the power goes out during hurricanes /smile.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’smile.gif’ />
Ar
Lisa
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July 25, 2005 at 3:11 pm
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#20083
Ar,
That's great! If you get the PB location you will be right by me. <img src='style_emoticons//wink.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’wink.gif’ />
As far as hurricanes go… just be prepared way ahead of time because the week before the storm hits supplies are scarce to say the least. Look for a home, buying or building with CBS construction (concrete block structure) they are stonger and stand up better to storms.
For the heat and humidity is not bad at all, if power goes out get a good generator and a small AC for cooling one small room where you, your solids and prints can stay! So far nothing has effected my solids and we lost power for four days before & they were fine all on their own.
No need to sell anything, most people just need to adjust to the heat- Jack and I are both originally from CT and we settled in fine. I love the heat! The fall/winters are just beautiful, I think everyday we are in paradise. <img src='style_emoticons//biggrin.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’biggrin.gif’ />
Jory
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July 25, 2005 at 6:22 pm
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#20084
Hello Ar,
I live in Tampa, and love it! We moved from Tucson 3 years ago. (Husband's job)
We are doing the “highrise condo on the water” thing. New lifestyle for us.
All of Lisa's advice is perfect for Tampa also.
Of course, both Saks and Neimans sell solids. Dillards also receives the general solids before Christmas. We also have an outlet mall in Ellenton which sells solids in the Lauder Cosmetic Store.
Good Luck on your upcoming interviews. If I may be of any help, just let me know.
Jory
Ar
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July 27, 2005 at 12:39 pm
Post count: 502
#20085
Lisa and Jory,
Thanks! I will let you know if anything happens.
Ar
Ar
Member
August 11, 2005 at 12:12 pm
Post count: 502
#20086
Lisa and Jory,
It looks like you will have a new EL collector in Florida. <img src='style_emoticons//smile.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’smile.gif’ /> I accepted a job in Pasco County, north of Tampa. I'm supposed to start on Oct. 17. Now I've got to get my house ready to sell, and start packing (yuck!).
Ar
Jory
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August 11, 2005 at 12:31 pm
Post count: 16
#20087
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
That is just north of us!! (We are on Bayshore, close to downtown.) Most growth is in your new area. I think you will really enjoy it.
When you get all settled and have a moment, “I'll buy lunch.” Jory
Lisa
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August 11, 2005 at 2:29 pm
Post count: 2664
#20088
Ar,
Congratulations! You're gonna love it!
VEGAS LADY
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August 11, 2005 at 6:38 pm
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#20089
AR,
MAY I OFFER MY BEST WISHES TO YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW JOB…..HOPE THE MOVE GOES OK.
MARGARET…… <img src='style_emoticons//smile.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’smile.gif’ />
Sandra
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August 11, 2005 at 10:54 pm
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#20090
Yep – congrats on the new job and good luck with the move! <img src='style_emoticons//smile.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’smile.gif’ />
Petals
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August 11, 2005 at 11:14 pm
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#20091
Me too!
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blackvelvette
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August 14, 2005 at 6:04 pm
Post count: 41
#20092
Yes! Me too Ar! <img src='style_emoticons//biggrin.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’biggrin.gif’ />
Good wishes all the way from Sunny Singapore <img src='style_emoticons//cool.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’cool.gif’ />
Pamela
Jeanette
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August 16, 2005 at 3:38 pm
Post count: 296
#20093
Congratulations, Ar! I understand Tampa is a nice area. I have family that live in Jupiter, on the east side of Florida, and they love it. I visited last month, and boy, it was hot, but I understand you get used to it real quick.
Again, best of luck to you!
Jeanette
Queenie
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August 16, 2005 at 3:49 pm
Post count: 289
#20094
Ar, congratualtions on our new job and move. <img src='style_emoticons//biggrin.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’biggrin.gif’ />
I moved five years ago and my two aunts packed all
of our small items and it was a great help. <img src='style_emoticons//ohmy.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’ohmy.gif’ /> Just could find anything!
Of course, they are in retirement now or I would have sent them your way. <img src='style_emoticons//unsure.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’unsure.gif’ />
Elly
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August 16, 2005 at 4:45 pm
Post count: 113
#20095
Hi Ar,
congratulations on your new venture, and hope the move goes well, Tampa is
a great area to live.
Elly <img src='style_emoticons//biggrin.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’biggrin.gif’ />
Elly
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August 16, 2005 at 5:00 pm
Post count: 113
#20096
Hi Floridian's on E.L. Solids,
I would like to ask you all, “Are there any really good
restaurants within a 20/30 mile radius of Orlando”?
We are both in late50/60's and appreciate good food and wine and although there
are many good chain restaurants, we would be interested on feedback from the
people that live there.
We are also going to visit Palm Beach, and Gulf Coast from Clearwater down to
Sarasota, we know most restaurants in St Petes and Redington Shores.
Thank-you all,
Elly. <img src='style_emoticons//smile.gif’ border=’0′ style=’vertical-align:middle’ alt=’smile.gif’ />
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