My husband and I have had some very exciting news (I mentioned we were celebrating something really big in our Valentine’s Day & Celebration Dinner posts), and I couldn’t wait to share it! We’re moving to New England! More specifically, we’ll be living in Connecticut! I’ve had a lot of work opportunities on the East Coast that I’ve had to turn down in the past year and a half because we lived too far away to make them work, so when my husband was recently offered an incredible job out that way, there was no way we could pass up the opportunity to pack up our things and head to New England for a brand new adventure!
Moving to a new region has been something we’ve considered for a few years now, and whenever we would visit somewhere new, we’d discuss what it might be like to live there. The funny thing is, while we’ve both been to a couple places on the East Coast like New York City for New York Fashion Week, neither of us has actually ever been to Connecticut.
Due to the travel restrictions and quarantine requirements, we won’t be able to visit before we move. We’re moving sight unseen to another part of the country, which isn’t something I ever thought we’d do. I’m normally quite a worrier when it comes to make big life decisions like this, and I always fret about whether or not we’re making the right decisions, but I have a really good feeling this will be just the kind of change we’ve been searching for, and I think we are going to absolutely love our new lives in New England.
Although I’ve never been to Connecticut and I’ve lived in Northern Michigan nearly all of my life, my mother is from the East Coast and lived there most of her life. Some of her family has lived in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York for generations, and my dad has some family and friends in Maine and Rhode Island too, so in a way it’s like I’m going back to our family home.
We officially move next month, and I couldn’t be more excited to experience a new part of the country. We had planned to go on an East Coast road trip for a few weeks last year for our anniversary, but with the travel restrictions it simply wasn’t feasible. Now that we will be living there, we will have plenty of time to explore the gorgeous rocky coast lines, enjoy fresh seafood, have lots of new experiences and see the places where my family grew up or have lived for centuries. I can’t wait to share our new adventures and the process of moving somewhere we’ve never been before with you!
I may not be posting daily in the coming couple of weeks, as we say farewell to our friends and family, pack up, and make the trek over, but I’ll do my best to stay consistent. When we told our parents that we’re moving to New England, they were sad to see us go but happy that at least we weren’t moving to another country like they feared we would (one day hopefully!). Once we are settled into our new place, I’ll be back to daily posting and sharing more adventures in New England (after our 10 day quarantine, of course!).
Do you have any recommendations for things to see & do (or eat!) in Connecticut and the East Coast? If so, I’d love your recommendations!
Follow along on Instagram @AnnieFairfax to see more of what we do in our new home.
Anonymous says
Congratulations on the move!! I can’t wait to see your preppy adventures!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much! I think it’s going to be a great change of pace for us!
Anonymous says
You’re going to love Connecticut, it’s so beautiful all year long. If you enjoy biking around places like Mackinac Island, take a trip to Nantucket!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you! Nantucket is definitely on our list of places to enjoy this summer! Do you have any specific recommendations for things to do on Nantucket?
arna says
Gah! Welcome to New England from a born and breed Massachusetts gal!! Nantucket is a must! Cisco Brewery, Whaling Museum, Barlett Farm, Bike rental, and if you like Mexican Food with gorgeous beach views, then visit Millie’s!
Anonymous says
This doesn’t surprise me at all, you’ll fit in perfectly out there with all of your Lilly and tennis gear lol!
Annie Fairfax says
Haha, I certainly hope so. I’m a bit nervous to move somewhere where I don’t know anyone (aside from distant relations I’ve never met). Hopefully we can make some new friends and find somewhere to play tennis!
Anonymous says
You have to go to Maine and try the lobster rolls they are the freshest anywhere in the world. I think they have gluten friendly options out there it is becoming more common.
Annie Fairfax says
That sounds amazing, I can’t wait! Anywhere you’d recommend for the best GF lobster rolls?
Bre says
We are heading back to the Mystic/Stonington area in a couple of months after years away. It is lovely in every season and the proximity to NYC and Boston is so convenient. I’m busy planning a trip over to Long Island on the ferry to visit wineries, and ice cream while shopping in downtown Mystic. It is such a fun location and someplace we’ve always hoped to return. I think you’ll love it! Good luck with the move!
Annie Fairfax says
This sounds so amazing! I’ve heard lots of great things about Mystic, so I’m really excited to check it out for myself! There are so many new places out there we haven’t visited yet, it’s going to be such an adventure. Thank you so much fro the advice and kind words! 🙂
Donna says
How exciting!! Here’s to new adventures!!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you, Donna!
MaryJayne Barber says
Its great to see someone actually moving TO Connecticut instead of OUT of it lol I’ve lived here all my life and find new things to love about this state. Traveling between states (besides with Covid) will keep things interesting and tons to see. There are so many scenic things to do but if you find something to enjoy from each season, you will do just fine (: Welcome to New England!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much Maryjayne! I think it’s going to be the perfect blend of everything we love, it just sounds perfect! Do you know what it’s like to travel between states right now? I thought I read that residents can travel between NY, CT, RI, and MA without having to quarantine but that was a few weeks ago.
Anonymous says
I live in RI and we have the most lenient travel between States quarantine rules rifht now.. Sadly it is because RI has the worst Covid numbers…so everyone is less risk than us. We live right on the Mass border and Mass is still heavy on restrictions. Each state is completely different even though they are so small and you can easily drive between. Plus the rules are changing daily! You’ll have to check each state’s travel restrictions/directives to be sure you are complying.
Kennedy says
Oh Yay!! You’re going to love it here!!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much, Kennedy! Any recommendations on what to do once we get there (after we quarantine)?
Sydney J. says
You are going to feel right at home here on the East Coast. Do you think you will do a meet up or something once COVID restrictions ease? My friends + I want to meet you!
Annie Fairfax says
Oh gosh, haha I haven’t planned anything like that yet, but I’d love to meet you and your friends someday!
Cindy C. says
I’ll pop some Veuve in your honor tonight! Congrats on the move, you’ll love it here!
Annie Fairfax says
Woohoo, thank you!!
Hannah Yung says
I’m a fan from Singapore and I’ve always dreamt of visiting the United State’s East Coast so I can now live vicariously through you until I can visit. Best wishes on the transit!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much! I hope someday to visit Singapore too, maybe we can give each other advice when we are able to travel internationally again!
Ava says
Long time lurker from Maryland here! Take a trip to Watch Hill Inn and Ocean House in Rhode Island. They’re right up your alley. Have so much fun and let me know if you’re ever in Maryland!
Annie Fairfax says
Those two resorts are at the top of my list, they sound absolutely delightful! I’ll definitely be sure to let you know! What are your favorite things to see and do in Maryland?
Georgie Smith says
I don’t normally comment on your posts, but I just want to say that I am so happy for your. You feel like a dear friend after reading all your posts over the years, and I know you’ve wanted to move out of Michigan for awhile now. Best of luck to you!
Annie Fairfax says
Aww, thank you so much for saying so Georgie! I’ll always love Michigan, but I’ve been ready for a new adventure for awhile now, and I’m just so excited! 🙂
Makenna Dixon says
Michigan will miss you!!! You’re by far the best blogger we have here in the mitten and the first one i folled. Who will write about the best places to go in the state? I won’tknow what to do without you to showme what’s new and going on for festivals or new places to eat/ I’m happy for you but so disappointed!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much Makenna, that’s so sweet of you to say! I’m sure I’ll be back to visit loved ones, and to see the tulips in Holland & stay at Grand Hotel – two of my very favorite things to do in Michigan! Hopefully you can visit the East Coast someday soon!
A.A. says
Annie – really excited for you in this next chapter. My husband and I made a really scary move to FL from DC knowing nobody down there, and we grew SO much closer throughout it all. It was a huge move, a major transition, and definitely difficult at times – but on of the greatest things we ever did. I know this will be the same for you guys. Good luck, travel safely, and congratulations!
Annie Fairfax says
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement, we really apprecaite it! It sounds like FL was the perfect place for you two, and with all that gorgeous sunshine and warm weather who could blame you? Hopefully that’s what CT will be for us (minus the sunshine haha)!
Heather Osterberg Aloi says
I reside in CT. I grew up in Fairfield, CT left after high school for ten years or so and moved back now residing in North Haven, CT. I hope you like it here and let me know how I can help in any way. -Heather
Annie Fairfax says
Hi Heather,
Thank you so much for the warm welcome! We are so excited to be in CT!
Ashley Jena says
Welcome to Connecticut! What part are you moving to? I live on the shore, love it here!