Thank you all for your wonderful and sweet well wishes on the blog and on FB and other social media! We made it to Jersey City last Saturday and were greeted by a big group of family and friends who helped us getting some furniture and something to eat into the apartment till we get our container in a couple of weeks.
We love our new apartment in an old pencil factory. I love all the buildings connected with this factory – every time I step out I cannot stop looking at them.
We have been extremely lucky with our apartment and we have an amazing view from our deck. Know this lady? I think that is the right lady to see when you immigrate to the States, don’t you think? ;)
And to the other side we have a good view of the skyline of J.C. and Manhattan (with the Freedom Tower peaking out)
And we had some breath taking sunsets so far
The first week here was crazy with paperworks and errands and about 15-20 times a day we realize that something we take for granted is in the container. For example when you buy stuff for a casserole at the Farmer’s Market and then you realize…you don’t have a casserole ;) But the camping is also fun. The cat? Welllllllll….
I have to say I am amazed by Niles. He did not complain at all in the plane and although we were going to keep him for a couple hours in his own separate room so he could calm down – he came out greeting everyone and exploring the apartment very quick. Only the second day he seemed a bit down but now he is figuring out all the cool places he can hang out…I think he got quicker adjusted than us ;)
Now it is back to work :) I set up my camping-emergency n*Studio and I will first start to catch up on all the emails in the inbox, then pick all the remaining winners of the blog hop and a new Online Class is coming soon too and then there is the scheduling of new classes… and and and. Hang in there :)
Have a wonderful and gorgeous day and extra big hugs from me today
nat
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Andrene
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Glad to hear that everyone (Niles too!) is settling in to your new home. The views from your apartment are amazing!! And I was just thinking that you were due for a new online class :)
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Denise Spillane
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Welcome to Jersey. I am missing it lately and thinking of moving back. TX now. Niles is so cute, love that picture
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Deborah A. Pierro
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Oh … and welcome to sweet little Niles! Sorry I missed him before.
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Deborah A. Pierro
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Nat and hubby–Welcome to America and Jersey City! I hope you’re very happy living there … and so close to the Big Apple too!
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julie
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Welcome to the states! So glad you had safe travels. The apt is so cool and the views are awesome! Enjoy yourself!
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Madeline Rains
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Welcome to your new home! What a great view.
I am about to fill my brother’s new house here with his furniture (they still haven’t gotten his Aussie wife’s visa!) that arrived months ago. I know it’s hard to camp but you have a great attitude. And at least they let you in the country! I’ll be in NYC next month and will wave to you. : )
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Jean A Marmo
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So glad you made it! Love the photos!
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Sue Clarke
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Welcome to NJ! You have managed to get some gorgeous photos of your new home already. What an incredible view from your apartment.
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Ursula
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Schön zu lesen, dass ihr gut angekommen – im umfassenden Sinn des Wortes – seid :) Und der Blick ist ja wohl absolut obergenial …… fast so toll wie über Hamburg ;)) Dann hoffe ich mal, das die Sache mit dem Container auch einigermaßen reibungslos über die Bühne geht.
LG Ursula
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Eniko
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Welcome to America! That location looks amazing! You have the best views EVER!!!!!! I wish you great health & tons of success in your new home!
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Kirsten Alicia
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I’m glad you arrived safely. The views from your apartment look wonderful. I hope the settling in continues to go smoothly, for Niles too.
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KimMJ
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Welcome to NJ! I was very glad to hear Niles is adjusting really well after his long trip also. The Twins (my cats) are near impossible to get into a carrier and like to complain all the way to the Vet/groomer and all the way home.
Best wishes to you and yours in your new home. :)
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Naomi
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Welcome to the U.S.!!!!
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Kelly Luna
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Welcome home! I really like JC. A very good friend live there and I came to visit a number of times. Excellent location. Be sure to check out Hoboken. I left a piece of my heart there, I think, when we visited. :) So glad to see Niles is adjusting so nicely. Amazing that he made that long trip without complaint. My cats holler the 5 minutes it takes to get to the vet. ;) Have fun settling in and exploring your new town.
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Laura Strack
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Welcome Home to you and your Hubbie! So glad you are getting settled and can’t wait to hear all about all your new adventures in NY.
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petyvic
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Really, i admire your decision and strenght to move from Germany to the States! I think there is a time assigned for every important move…only, we have to identify same!…hope everything continues as planned by you and dh Jim. My best wishes for both!
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Brenda
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Welcome to the States! Can’t wait to hear all about your adventures. And seeing your inspiring pictures from your neighborhood strolls.
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Susan
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So glad to hear that you are getting settled in your new home! I hope it is all you imagined it would be and the beginning of many new and happy experiences.
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Mary Hutchinson Hicks
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Welcome Home!
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chrisd
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Enjoy living in NJ and of course exploring so many new places.I guess stir fries could help out without those casseroles. I so miss seeing the NYC skyline after growing up in NYC area so it was nice to see your photos and I am looking forward to seeing more of your adventures.
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Michelle Guest
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Welcome to the US… Happy to have you here!
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muriel
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Hello! It is so great to see you made it safe and you enjoy it so much! The views from your flat are stunning and I also love your building. All the best for your new life.
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Linda on the Prairie
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Oops! Apologies, Nathalie! I work with 29 people named Natia, Nadia, Natalija, Natalie, Natalia and Nathalie in a global company. Autofill is not my friend!
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Vicki
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Hi, Nat,
Welcome to the United States. I hope you settle in quickly.
Best wishes…
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Linda on the Prairie
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Welcome, Natalie and Jim and Niles, of course! I hope this means we’ll have opportunities to see your wonderful artwork in person if you decide to do some travel and teaching. It’s a great way to learn the USA.
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nathalie-kalbach
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Hi Linda, totally planning on it. I am on to scout out stores- so if you have suggestions near you- I can check on that :) – Have a gorgeous day
Nat
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Kathy P
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Welcome to th USA , Nat! What an awesome view fro your apt!
Niles looks very content to me, and I hope your container comes soon so you and Jim can settle in as well. Looking forward to your new class!
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