Relocating from Tennessee to Louisiana
Relocating from one place to the next can be daunting, especially if you have no experience with the area. The positive transformation that I would like to take place in my family is moving my parents from Tennessee to Louisiana. They have lived in Tennessee their entire lives, but I feel that it is time we make a change. This change would allow my parents to experience life as grandparents in the near future. Rather than a few occasions each year, they will have the liberty to interact with us on a daily basis. There are several parties involved in this decision; my reluctant parents, my brother and my fiancé.
Moving from Tennessee to Louisiana
I moved from my parents’ house in the state of Tennessee and settled with my fiancé in Louisiana. The vast distance leads to minimal interaction with my parents. Most of the communication occurs via phone calls and text messages, which is not as effective as physical interaction. My brother, Justin, is not in great physical health and often has issues with assisting my parents on a daily basis. I realize that my brother is comfortable in his lifestyle, living in a small town with friends we grew up with. He claims that moving to unknown place is equivalent to diving into the unknown that is often characterized by radical changes and uncertainties such as change of lifestyle. Consequently, he argues that relocating from Tennessee to Louisiana will be exhausting due to the complexity and the scale of the process. According to him, every step that needs to be taken when preparing for the relocation will be dreary and time-consuming. Moreover, he asserts that meticulous attention will be required to avoid destroying household property. Although Justin’s feelings are relevant, it is time to consider my feelings. The challenges sited by him are also minor since I have planned effectively for the moving day.
Concerns about Expenses and Finances
Unlike my brother, my parents are concerned with the expenses associated with the moving and settling process. According to them, relocation is financially stressful as it involves unwanted expenses such as the paperwork, moving services in addition to the transportation cost. They are also afraid of becoming a burden to my fiancé and me. Moreover, they fear that they will have an adverse effect on my finances since we will finance a portion of the land purchase. While my parents have realistic concerns, it is vital that we compare the current situation in Tennessee to the future case here in Louisiana. Currently, I am traveling eight hours to visit my parents each time an event arises. This includes essential doctor visits, unexpected hospital visits, and holidays. Recently, I discovered that my parents no longer cook for themselves. This is a significant issue, as my mother is a diabetic. Unfortunately, my brother does not realize the seriousness of my parent’s restrictions.
The Positive Transformation and Adjusting to a New Environment
The stress from a move is only temporary, and my fiancé has made a promise to make the transition for my parents as smooth as possible. After my parents are settled in, they will finally enjoy peace of mind. There will be no need to worry about mowing the lawn or struggling to walk around a grocery store. I can easily have these bases covered. We can begin spending quality time together rather than cutting our visits short to allow travel time. My mother and I can pick up where we left off with our weekly dinner and movie theater outings. In addition, my father and I can continue our Sunday night card games. My fiancé can’t wait to take my father bass fishing. These fishing trips would allow an opportunity for the two to bond. Also, my father could enjoy the outdoors again. I am also convinced of my brother making new friends here since people at Louisiana are not only friendly but also accommodative. It took me less than one week to make new friends when I joined my fiancé here. Compared to Tennessee, Louisiana is diverse with many beautiful places. Based on all these, I am confident that my brother will adjust and fit very well in the new environment in Louisiana.
Investment for a Family Life
The positive transformations will significantly outweigh the adverse changes. Just like most things in life, anything worth having requires an investment. Whether the investment is time or money, or both, I am eager to finalize the deal. Just as my mother involved my grandparents on a daily basis, I plan to do the same in my life. I cannot imagine raising a family without my mother’s high pitch laugh or my father’s bear hugs.
