| The library in our current home is one of my favorite spots |
It has been four weeks since I shared with you that our current home, land and studio was for sale. During the past four weeks we held our last three live workshops here at our current studio which consumed our whole life. We feel like we just ran a marathon. Kelly and I just look at each other in awe that we accomplished what we did! We said we were moving and we have not had one moment to share where! You guys know us pretty well because we are getting constant guesses and many of them truly make sense. Before I share where we are moving I wanted to share where we are NOT moving based upon all of the guesses we have been getting.
We are not moving to Nashville. Both Madolyn and Jack are currently in Nashville and, for about one hot second two years ago, we wondered if the Lord was drawing us there too. Two years ago in January we took about ten days to drive all over the the Nashville area to see if anything was connecting with us. We even found about 22 acres in Leiper’s Fork that had streams and woods but as we walked that property I kept on saying, “If this is you Lord we want it. If it is not you, we don’t.” We love visiting our children there but unless the Lord changed something HUGE in our hearts, we will not be moving to Nashville.
We are not moving to Manzanita, Oregon (at least not yet). Manzanita has had my heart since I first visited with my friend Lara Blair over ten years ago and we have had many adventures there. This is where my heart feels the most like me and where we will find something at some point. We have been looking for years. So, expect to see us spending more time there in the future. I even have very clear vision for how we will create and worship there. I am really excited about that and what that means for those that will gather there with us.
We are not moving to California. You guys are good guessers because you know how much I love the ocean but with the cost of living I don’t see that happening. California will continue to be one of our favorite places to vacation and also see those we love. If we felt like California was were we were supposed to head we wouldn’t be mad about it though because Kelly’s whole family is there along with the ocean, desert and mountains all within a few hours. It would make our nature loving hearts very happy. Can we also talk about the markets, food, vintage, design, lifestyle? Swoon!
We are not moving to Italy (at least not yet). This was your number one guess and for good reason. We have huge vision for this area too and we are prayerful what that means moving forward. For right now we will continue to spend a few months a year there and to also love on the relationships we have along Lake Como. Unless we could get our whole family to move to Italy I don’t see us moving there (at least not for now). I do see us spending more and more time there, especially as each of our children start to do their own thing. We will go back this summer and fall and we are excited about some new collaborations. Our hearts are drawn to this part of the world and especially the people.
I can’t wait to share where we ARE moving! That is coming as soon as I can get my thoughts down.
Hi Jeanne, where are you moving?? I just got a job offer in California on the central coast and it is so tempting…I love it and miss it too. I have been in Idaho for the last year and a half and just can’t love it like I do the coast….
My guess is North Carolina. Which would be awesome, because I live there now!
NC is my first guess too. My second guess is Virginia!
The coast is magic. You are an ocean person or you aren’t and it is really clear that you are! Next week I will share where we are moving but there is a lot of travel with this move. We will be visiting all the places we love the most.
Lots of hints in this comment….someone on IG said something about an RV, and I’m leaning that way now too based on this comment….You’ve created alot of excitement and engagement with this guessing game we’ve got going on!!!!
Ooh please say you’re moving to Australia, that would be amazing 🙂
Ooh please say you’re moving to Australia, that would be amazing 🙂
Texas 😌
So excited for you, Jeanne! I can’t help but selfishly want you to move to Texas. haha! The Lord has been calling ALOT of people here lately so it wouldn’t surprise me if you did end up here. Wherever you land, He is IN you to make an impact on that land. So exciting!!! You and Kelly are a glory portal on the earth. Love you! xoxo
I’m in East Texas and absolutely would LOVE for her to move here, too! <3
I’m in central Texas, and I would love it if she moved here! Plus, it’s only minutes from Round Top and would make ventures with the antique shows easier.
Hi Jeanne! I am listed among the so curious! New England area or North Carolina? Can’t wait to find out!
Well jeanne you have completely stumped
Most of us I’m guessing! How fun!!
You and I have a very dear friend here in Michigan, who has not uttered a word about your move and Nashville is off the list, I’m praying it’s Michigan!! Lol! Gosh you’d love it and so would we. Waiting with baited breath💗💗
Loving the North Carolina guesses!!! 👏🏼
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We truly have it all here!!!!
I hope it is North Carolina!! I live in Surf City and would love to meet you Jeanne…and show you our beach and mountains! NC is a very artsy state too!
I just hope it is still within driving distance (I’m in the Phoenix Valley) and have missed out on your workshops for the past 8 years but have been so inspired and so LOVED reading all about them and dreaming about coming to one. *fingerscrossed*
I can’t wait to see your move announcement!! The North Carolina beaches have drawn us there for almost 20 years. If you land there, I will for sure make it work to attend one of your workshops, since my daughter is there now, too!! Best of wishes wherever your journey goes.
I was sure it would have been the Nashville area. Are you moving within Colorado?
Galena, Illinois
I think you should come to Florida, even if it’s just to visit. You would love Mount Dora!
Mt Dora is gorgeous! My dad and stepmother lived there for years!!
I *think*it’s too hot for you, but the other place you mention quite often is Round Top so I’ll throw it into the mix. 🩷
We live two hours from Nashville. I am originally from Chicago and then lived in Fort Lauderdale. Tennessee is wonderful!
North Carolina would be amazing, especially since i live there at the coast
Come to FL! No one has creative retreats or workshops. I would have to go to NC or GA and that’s not in my budget.
Wild guesses here… Santa Fe, New Mexico or Savannah Georgia!
How about Myrtle Beach? As a transplant here from NY, this is my paradise.
I say Santa Fe! Or why not southern New Mexico? Gorgeous and great weather, many cultures and the kindest people!!
I love the slow reveal. First where we are NOT going… I am also loving the North Carolina suggestions as I live near Sydney Down Under but my husband has family in NC and it is my best chance to do something creative with you in person one day when we come across to see family. I love how your hearts are inclined towards the Lord’s leading.
Are you moving to an island?
Seattle area. 2nd guess Charleston?
I ‘m from Raleigh, North Carolina and it’s the best place to live because you have the mountains on one side and the coast on the other! The Outer Banks is wonderful! I may be moving back there soon. Good luck and Godspeed wherever you go!
Oh I have to agree with you Jen! I have lived in the Raleigh NC area all my life and totally love my state!! Yes there is truly everything in nature right near by that is beautiful. And it is a great state to live the artist life. The Asheville area in the mountains is lovely as well!
My guess if definitely North Carolina. IT has everything you love and is a quick launch to Europe, especially Italy. But, thinking the cruise across the country in RV is the way you will get there… explore and then settle. How wonderful if truly. I often have had the very same dream. We recently sold our home in LA… California is GREAT to visit… to actually live … not so much. Life has changed there so much in the 30 years we have known it. Kept the family beach house however…. LOL. Can’t wait to hear your plans Jeanne. You are in good hands……
Jeanne, I’ve got it! You are moving next door!!! Wouldn’t that be funny……..