[Cherrycheeks]

Just wondering if your kids would think there is stuff to do in Montpelier... unless they like hiking, cross-country skiing or esoteric music. Obviously, your opinion comes first, but please don't go into the decision of moving to Montpelier because it is a win-win for everyone. They may very well HATE it here.

[History Rules]

Originally Posted by yclapp

I don't want to live in a huge city. I want a town that is small enough that you have the hometown feel, yet you have the shops you need for everyday life. I have three teens so some entertainment would be good. I currently live about an hour from St. Petersburg and Tampa and the only time I ever go to either city is when I go to a Rays game(baseball). I live within a 10 minute drive to work and the Wal-mart is 15 minutes away. If I never had to leave the one strip of road I have to drive everyday I would be happy. US 19 is a deathtrap. Even the college I attend is only a 15 minute drive from my house. As a 35 year old, soon-to-be-divorced mother of three I am not looking for a party, busy town to live in. I want a close-knit, safe, active place to finish raising my kids. A place I will also love when it is just me after the kids are gone. One where I can support my family without going broke in the process. I know, I don't want much do I? Haha.

I would go closer to Burlington, the kids will thank you, it still has a wonderful small town feel compared to the sprawling, congested, cookie cutter, stip mall mess known as Florida and Waterbury and Montpelier are very nice and both within 45 minutes. Get out of Florida at all costs. You'll find a decent rental, try craigslist or look at the burlington free press on line or simply go up there and drive around.