louise x x x x x Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 So we leave in 4 weeks - ouch Think the reality of moving half way round the world has hit! Bearing in mind I have never even visited Australia - I am planning on spending the next 4 years living there (thinking I have gone mad) My Oh and 2 girls are overly excited, He is even excited about his new job role. So was I, But now I am scared! It all feels daunting with so much to do, so many decisions to make (are they the right ones) Its all becoming overwhelming Has or is anyone else feeling like this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nearlythere1 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Hi, I imagine that it's quite a natural feeling that you're having.. Especially as you've never visited there before. I'm sure it'll all be fine, it's a big step to take.. It's my last day in work next Friday and then i fly on the Monday. We've been many times over the years on holidays, and love it. Just go with an open mind and don't spend the next 4 years wondering what your family and friends are doing back home... Enjoy yourself and embrace your new surroundings.. Good luck with everything.. :wink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1cha3la Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Definitely normal how you are feeling. I flip from dying with impatience to get there (95% of the time) to thinking what the hell are we doing. There is no middle ground it is the one extreme to the other. But deep down I know its what we want to do. Try to look at it as the adventure it is and enjoy the 4 years, its nothing time wise in the grand scheme of things and what a great opportunity/experience it will be :wubclub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louise x x x x x Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Yeah totally agree - I am impatient its like visa granted lets just get stuck in - then the oh steps in and mind boggles me with questions, what about this, have you thought about this- arghhhh I am a do - then think about it later person ( not sure if that is good or bad ) Just finding once I have sorted one thing - something new crops up to deal with Just hoping it all goes well - just so many things still to finalise but like you said find myself saying am I really moving across the other side of the world? then the "WHAT IF`S" set in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Nothing is forever just go with the flow. You'll either love it or you won't. You'll either stay or move on. If it floats your boat then go for more than 4 years, if it doesn't then cut and run. It's just another first world foreign country. Good Luck. Nothing to be scared about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miw54 Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Hi When we first emigrated to Oz, we had never even been out of the UK before and it was our first time on an aeroplane. It was all just so awesome and we had no idea what to expect. However, from the very first day I fell in love with Australia and, even though we have ping ponged between there and the UK (mainly due to OH)considerably since, I never lost the excitement of going each time. I do think its more scary if you have children because you have to think about their needs but it sounds like yours are looking forward to it. Some good advice above, especially to just enjoy the 4 years, knowing that you can always go back if it doesn't work out. Hope it does though ....:smile: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louise x x x x x Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Thanks miw54 Its just making sure I make the right decisions regarding the girls - But they are very excited bless um Well hopefully I will fall in love with it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misstatt Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Hi Louise, know how you're feeling although not peaked yet as got ten weeks left still. It hits me every now and then when I stop to think, usually mind taken up with packing, flogging stuff and sorting the house out. Where are you headed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louise x x x x x Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Hi Misstatt, House is a nightmare, I just do not know how we have so much stuff (rubbish) :huh: We are off to Brisbane, where are going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misstatt Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 Going to Melbourne, never been to Oz either! We'll be fine I'm sure!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louise x x x x x Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share Posted October 24, 2014 Well if not we can always jump on the next plane back :smile: But hopefully we will love it there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy99 Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Hi Louise, it's all perfectly normal how you're feeling, 10 months ago we were in exactly the same boat, never been here, uprooting two kids and had all the anxieties and emotions you're feeling, but happy to say 10 months later all going well, not been easy but nothing worth having ever is and the ups certainly outweigh the downs, the kids love it, mums already visited so all good! Good luck and enjoy the experience, at the end of the day if it isn't for you, you know you gave it a shot and can go home xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacaranda Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 As they say "Feel the fear and do it anyway"!It'll be fine!Don't over worry what you can't control!Its a complete waste of time and energy.Focus on the present day,because thats all we ever have!Your life is'nt "out there"its here right now!:cute: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tina0101 Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Well if not we can always jump on the next plane back :smile:But hopefully we will love it there We've been in Brisbane for two months now. I'd never been to Australia before either and I can safely say that most people have the 'what am I doing' moment in the run up to leaving. I freaked out loads in the last few weeks in the UK and it seemed like we were never going to get here. But, two months in and we love it. Hubby's working, son is in school and I start work on Monday next week (although I have another interview this week!). We spend every weekend outside - either on the beach, in the city or just down the park. We didn't know anyone when we got here and have since met up with some lovely people from PIO and from Facebook groups. Its fab. Feel free to pm me if you want any info. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misstatt Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 It sounds great Tina, it really helps to hear how well you've settled in, especially for those of us on the brink. I can't believe that I'll actually be there in a couple of months!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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