38: Why we’re moving to France EARLIER than planned - big update!

Sometimes life gives you a kick in the pants to finally chase your dreams! We've had an unexpected, but ultimately pretty great, surprise recently. We are officially moving to Amboise, France THIS YEAR. If you’ve been following our journey, you know we’ve been dreaming of our permanent move to Amboise for a long time. Well, the "kick in the pants" finally happened—Patrick’s software career is behind him, and we are going ALL-IN on our life in France! In this video, we’re breaking down: Our moving timeline Selling our home in Austin, Texas How we’re spending our final 90-day "tourist visa" trip this spring Our big vision for an Art Workshop & Creative Retreat in our French home Retiring from software to live a more creative, fulfilled life Whether you're interested in the logistics of moving abroad, French renovation projects, or starting a new chapter in the Loire Valley, we’re so excited to have you along for the ride. 👉RESOURCES FOR YOUR MOVE: Looking to move to France yourself? Reach out to Jennifer at Renestance — she helped us every step of the way. Tell her Patrick & Beth sent you! 📧 [email protected] And feel free to contact the Renestance team at https://www.renestance.com/contact/ if you have broader relocation questions. Dreaming of a Life in France? Wherever you are in the process, Renestance has the savoir-faire and connections to help. Whether you are wondering about moving to France, ready to take the leap but wondering about next steps, or already living the French Lifestyle Dream but have questions about French bureaucracy, starting a business, or how to find your community - REACH OUT! We would love to help… https://www.renestance.com/ 💡💡💡 Thinking of moving to Austin? Email us at [email protected] about our super cute, centrally located, freshly remodeled mid-century home that will soon be up for sale! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 The Big News: Moving this year! 1:30 Why we’re leaving Austin earlier than planned 3:15 The 2024 Timeline (House Sale & Move Date) 5:40 Our final 90-day trip as "tourists" 7:30 Our vision for Art Workshops in Amboise 9:45 Retiring from software for a creative life #MoveToFrance #ExpatsInFrance #LifeInFrance #Amboise #ArtWorkshops #DIYRenovation #FrenchRenovation #RestorationProjects