I’m having a tough time.

[Georgiagranny]

Thsnk you for your advice. The reason for not driving is my vision.. I’m legally blind in one eye and the other is not that good.. so Im limited. If I could have stayed I would have, but I’m in a country setting..also the house would be too much for me to care for.. with taxes and other expenses..of upkeep of the grounds, etc.. I could move back there to a retirement village.. but I would have no one around me ..

You would have all the other folks who live at the retirement village around you! There may even be people there who you already know.

And there's this: You can choose your friends. You can't choose your family.

Your DD and her family can certainly drive an hour to visit.

 

[Rossana]

If you decide to sell the house and move to the retirement village, I believe you will feel less lonely. You will be surrounded by people that share commun interests. You can continue to live independently while enjoying the company of others when you so desire.
In our 55 plus communities here in Florida for example, I see people helping people, supporting each other, sharing rides, hobbies and travel. Your mind becomes busy thinking about positive things and future adventures.
Some join the single activities and travel clubs. Some even meet a new partner and get married or decide to live together. Some decide to share an apartment or house as roommates to lower their individual costs as well as killing loneliness.
You have the time to decide what you want to do with the rest of your life. Try to focus on a positive future instead of making a quick decision you might regret. I understand that it is a difficult time for you and I wish you good luck.

 

[GoodEnuff]

Well a good for you! However, it’s not ALL O E SIZE FITS!

I am sorry that what I said offended you. I apologize.

What I was trying to convey is that you, too, may find a way to get past the emotional trauma which you seem to be suffering. Each of us has our own path to tread. I hope you can find yours.

You have some difficult decisions to make. I wish you the best.