DOWNSIZING to a Smaller Home...What's Next!? | minimalism + decluttering

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Last week I announced that we were moving back to the USA after four years of living in Europe and it was quite a surprise! That's why I decided to open up a Q&A to answer all your burning questions, such as: "Where did we move? Is minimalism harder in the USA? Was the decluttering-to-move process easier this time around?" and more. Let's sit down for a cozy chat about what it's like to downsize to a smaller home and what we're doing to reset our life so that we can start over on the right foot.
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@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

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@Ripplesinthewaters 10 месяцев назад

For the cars, assuming you haven’t gotten them yet, get EVs! No gasoline or oil changes needed! We have two of them (not Teslas) and we love them very much! The electricity cost to charge them is not a lot. We don’t have to charge them every day, more like twice a week. Just a thought.

@yolandagonzalez3659 10 месяцев назад

Hi 👋 Marissa I m happy u r in Chicago I live in 963 square food apartment but it’s kind of big, we r downsizing to a 1 bed 1 bat It’s just my husband n me ❤ Love all ur videos and admire you so much Big hug 🤗 4 u

@ArtingFromScratch 10 месяцев назад

I feel that minimalist kids often need bigger spaces because they will play more imaginative games and need more space to be active with less. Personally the temptation to fill empty space is big but it also gives u room to put stuff when you are decluttering... I have 1425sq but honestly most of it is because we got it unrenovated so we got a deal but it's super expensive where we live. I'm glad I have space and time to declutter

@stephaniewillborn9701 10 месяцев назад

@@Ripplesinthewaters😊😊😊

@KeziahMeg 10 месяцев назад

@@Ripplesinthewaters We've got an EV and a hybrid, right now. The hybrid is more expensive to maintain, but uses so much less gasoline than a typical gas car, and that lets us do much longer trips (where I live does not have a great charging infrastructure).

@manasseh7 10 месяцев назад

I love languages..the fact that your boys will speak 3 languages is amazing..knowledge is power

@bhsprinkle 10 месяцев назад

Yes, knowledge is truly power. I think it's amazing too.

@dianatraykov 10 месяцев назад

It’s not that Europeans aren’t friendly, we’re just blunt and real, we don’t act friendly on purpose.

@micheleohmer4117 10 месяцев назад

After living in Germany for 2 yrs, we came to the US for a visit and when we went into Walmart, we had to leave, it was overwhelming how many choices we had in front of us. You definitely get used to a new way of life. After our time abroad, I prefer online and smaller store shopping.

@mrsayres11 10 месяцев назад

I never in a million years thought we would ever move out of our home. We have a 2,200 sqft home on a 1/2 acre lot and we are moving completely across the country to a 1,600 sqft home on a small lot. We are moving close to my brother, The schools are amazing and with our equity, we won't have a mortgage where we are going. So I keep reminding/reassuring myself that it's going to be good for our family. Cheers to new and unexpected journeys. ❤

@FatemahIsOkay 10 месяцев назад

after living in France for years and going back for a visit the states a lady at a store asked me how I was doing and if I needed any help I stood there for a second in shock !then I remembered how friendly people are in the states and that It is normal to be asked that !! LOL

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

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@majussel 10 месяцев назад

As a German Myself, I was shocked how friendly people in France were when I went to the grocery store 😂

@tinylama 10 месяцев назад

@@majussel as an austrian, i was shocked how friendly people in germany are

@anniek2409 10 месяцев назад

@@tinylama as a Brit, I go to self-check out so I don't have to speak to anyone

@claudialegnani9130 10 месяцев назад

@@AtoZenLife😂😂

@jannekh2 10 месяцев назад

You are so generous with your audience. I really appreciate your candor.

@suzi437 10 месяцев назад

As a German, I think it's hard to decide who is more friendly. I used to move around Germany from Northwest to East Germany and South Germany. The people are so different in every area. I had the hardest time in Berlin, when I went to Aldi and witnessed one man threatening another man to give him a liver punch if he would say just another word. I was so shocked!!!

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

I saw an old woman RAM someone else’s shopping cart 🛒 at top speed because they took too long in the aisle. 😅 I was shocked too!!! (It was at Lidl.)

@sonjacruz54 10 месяцев назад

1300sq ft, 4bed 2 bath, family of 6, beginning to shrink with the kids growing up and leaving. Always a lot of peer pressure to go bigger, and we could afford it, but we have everything we need in our basic home, in neighborhood where we know our neighbors, and we don't want to move again unless we have to. Appreciate your content, keep it coming!

@DinosaurDylan8 7 месяцев назад

I’m your new Filipino subscriber, we’re renting a 500 sq ft apartment for 5 years now, so your decluttering tips are very helpful with the clutter we accumulated for that 5 years ❤ I’m not sure if we will be minimalists, maybe not, but decluttering as your teaching will be my foundation to consistently doing it ❤

@cossackgirl_ZP 10 месяцев назад

Yesssss! I love Chicago. My favorite place in US

@kimb1452 10 месяцев назад

We downsized from 2000 to 1600 to 500 and I think 800-1000 would be perfect….basically what used to be the average size of a home in the U.S.

@trumax33 10 месяцев назад

3 comments: 1) I love your channel! 2) The person who asked if you uprooted your family back to the U.S. for CONTENT (!?) obviously didn't watch your previous video. 3) We have a 2,400 sq. ft. house (includes the garage). We don't use the den, the formal dining room, or the "office". The guest room is basically a storage room. We are just a few years away from retirement and are looking forward to downsizing ALOT!

@LifeofWildRoots 10 месяцев назад

We live in South Wales UK, our home is less than 800sqft and we're a family of 10 (with only one bathroom, one toilet) 😅 It makes for an interesting life! So glad you made the move and you found your happy place 💜

@19hen70 8 дней назад

we live in a 656 sqft app. and love it... enough space for 2 persons. less cleaning less clutter PERFECT

@francoiselafferty-hancock5112 10 месяцев назад

OMG he was dancing! I got tears in my eyes about that. So happy for him!

@g.m.4877 10 месяцев назад

You're such a softy - but that's why we love you! ❤

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

Thank you 🥹🙏

@faithbell6147 10 месяцев назад

For me it’s not always about the sqf. But the layout . I’ve been in 1200sqf apartments and felt I had more space than being in 1400sft. The other thing is lack of outdoor storage etc garage or outdoor shed ! That helps a lot

@Jessica_Jones 9 месяцев назад

Totally agree! Layout is everything, and storage for things like tools and recreational items (or in our case, by husband's winter tires 🙃😭) can be pretty tough in an apartment.

@ZennoreC 10 месяцев назад

Don't stress the whole decoration thing. It takes time to figure out how to adjust to a new life, and we all make mistakes while trying things out. It would be a treat to be on this journey with you. :D

@vintageaddict4552 10 месяцев назад

Awww, welcome back to chicago!!! I am here also so excited 😊 🤗!!!

@kylie1345 10 месяцев назад

I live in a 300 sq foot apartment w my partner. It is small, but we are both minimalists, great communicators, and are able to save money. We are young adults in an expensive city doing our best and it feels good! 😊

@liu.u 10 месяцев назад

Here in California, we use reusable bags for the groceries, stores do not provide plastic bags anymore.

@RockSeaPhoto 10 месяцев назад

My family lives in a small home of under 1000sft. We love it! We can talk to each other across the house. Each person is able to have their own room with enough space for what we need. We are a close family and this home just fosters it further. We have talked about building an even smaller home too, but we are probably just going to turn the garage into an apartment for our oldest.

@laurenriley23 10 месяцев назад

As far as groceries- I love doing grocery pick up. I am also an HSP and this helps me reduce overwhelm. I also like going to places like Aldi and Trader Joe’s as there’s less choices.

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

Oooh, great tip!

@ozywomandius2290 10 месяцев назад

I’ll second the pickup tip! Also helps eliminate a lot of impulse buying. Be aware they give you plastic bags tho. That’s why I cut it out post pandemic.

@MyFocusVaries 10 месяцев назад

I love Trader Joe's!

@MyFocusVaries 10 месяцев назад

We started doing grocery pickup during COVID. Now I'd never go back. It's SUCH a time saver.

@jbridges9574 10 месяцев назад

I spend way less with grocery delivery- even with fees and tips. Also, it saves decision fatigue and time.

@heather9390 10 месяцев назад

Outside of Chicago as well. Welcome back to the area!

@ozywomandius2290 10 месяцев назад

Chicago’s such a great city. 👍🏼

@jmsl_910 10 месяцев назад

what part?

@lamerlelee8139 10 месяцев назад

2 years ago we sold our 3200 sq ft house and moved to our country place that has a 670 sq ft living quarters within our 40' X 60' barn. It has been wonderful downsizing and getting rid of all the stuff we realized we never used and was able to give it to others that need it. Best move of our life!

@abigailwilkerson5284 10 месяцев назад

Wow, that's a huge change! Just curious how many people do you have living in the space?

@lamerlelee8139 10 месяцев назад

Luckily it’s just my husband and I with our dog.

@abbie.ireland 10 месяцев назад

The Americans I met in person were very friendly. I think it depends whereabouts you live. The British get a bad rep yet my grandad - from Derbyshire - is very forward, friendly, unreserved.

@bodytomindtospirit9630 10 месяцев назад

I admire your dedication as a wife and mother to have made this compromise to better your family. Your genuine soul and dedication shines through our screens and it is a pleasure viewing your life in every aspect. Thank you. xo

@eiyiyiyi 10 месяцев назад

Hi Marissa, so glad to see you this morning. My husband and I are in 2600 sq ft, downsized from 4000 sq ft 5 years ago. We are now 77 and 83 and this house is good for us since we have family that comes to visit Florida. we lived in Tokyo for 4 years and I was in total culture shock when we got back home.

@whatruthreads 10 месяцев назад

I moved from Hong Kong back to the U.K. after 7 years and the reverse culture shock has been insane. I’m a year in and still struggling!!

@TheRozylass 10 месяцев назад

We live in a 4400 sqft Victorian home in rural Minnesota. We have four adult children, three are married, three grandchildren. We are the home base for our family and need all that room for when we gather for holidays or family reunions. I love my home! I call it The Stairmaster because it is four stories and I keep fit going up and down the stairs (very handy in the depths of winter for exercise). There are five bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a large kitchen, dining room, living room, a room for my sewing, and a full finished attic with a pool table, treadmill, storage, and guest room. Plenty of storage in the basement too. It all sits on just over an acre of land. Best part of the whole deal was that it cost $123.5K (in 2017). There are plenty of advantages to living in tiny town or rural America.

@fiddlejillm 10 месяцев назад

My family of 4 lives in a 3,000 sq ft home. It's a very open floor plan and I love all the space we have. I have learned that as I declutter, I really value wide, open space so 3,000 ft doesn't seem too big.

@karrieworkman3828 10 месяцев назад

I don't think that I've posted much on your channel. But I had to post. I'm sorry that you and your family were put into the position of moving back when you wanted to live the rest of your lives where you were in Germany. Sometimes things happen. However you seem to have made the best of things and moved forward positively, I know it's not always easy to do but you're doing it. I'm also one of the ones who are hoping to watch and learn more tips that you pass on from this latest move. Good luck. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Love your videos!!!!

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for your comment and support. Love the positivity! 🙏

@gracepatterson5904 10 месяцев назад

Our family of five is living in a 680sqft 1.5 bedroom house, and we finally outgrew it with our third child. Up until now it’s been perfect and cozy, but despite a somewhat minimalist approach to stuff it’s cramped 😅 We are sad to leave but we’ll be moving next year, looking to double the square footage for breathing room as our kids grow!

@Saaaa2324 10 месяцев назад

Family of four living in a single level 696 square foot house. We have 15 acres of land, and spend plenty of time outdoors. It’s enough for us! Low bills and a very small mortgage make it worth it.

@Gabrielle.Steele 10 месяцев назад

We have just under 2000sqft. 4 bed 2.5 bath. We just bought this house and are expecting a second baby. We love this space right now. I think as our kids gets older we’d like a little bit of more room for like a bonus room or game/play room. But for having little kids and having family come stay with us often along with sometimes working from home I think it’s great.

@Erin-rg3dw 10 месяцев назад

I live in a 700 sq ft condo with a cat and a dog. For the most part, I could probably downsize a bit as long as I still had storage like an attic or something for the bulky seasonal items, like shovels and winter gear. For me, square footage isn't as big of a concern as natural light and layout.

@RhondaTowanda 10 месяцев назад

Welcome back to the States! I know what you mean about the people, in Germany, not being friendly! I lived in Germany for three years. I loved it and miss it, but the people were not friendly. My landlord was very friendly and helpful teaching me German of kitchen items . She would take me shopping with her. She loved my son, at the time he was 15 months old, she would babysit and just take him down to her apartment. We lived above her.. Her husband wall papered our whole apartment. I just bought the wall paper. Anyway what I was getting at, is in my case, the people didn’t like us Americans. Also we we’re Military, they did not like the military! Thought it was cute that you told us about your husband dancing in front of the mirror! I’ve followed you for a long time. Looking forward to your videos with your family living in the States! Take care! 💜🌻💜🌻💜🌻

@Darkbillhook 10 месяцев назад

We live in the UK in a 900 square feet home with two rooms downstairs (kitchen and lounge/diner), & four upstairs (bathroom, 2 small double bed rooms + a box room). Our home is the perfect size for me, my husband, son & our pets & we have zero interest in upsizing. It felt too big before we had our son, but it’s a good size now we have him. The only thing I’m jealous of that people have in other countries are pools! Only very rich people have pools here. Your new place looks amazing ❤️

@AStrangeLine 10 месяцев назад

Me and my boyfriend just moved from a 85 m2 apartment to 62 m2. And we moved across the country. It might be smaller, but we have everything we need and it is SO much cheaper for us. We might have downsized in m2 but not in happiness. I had to declutter a lot when we moved and your videos helped me with that. So thank you 😊

@meghan623 10 месяцев назад

Welcome back to the States! We are a family of 3 (husband and baby) in a 1250 sq. ft. apartment (3 beds, 2 baths), and it is perfect for our needs.

@kjmav10135 10 месяцев назад

Welcome home! I’m a northwest Chicago suburbanite! I moved back after eight years away, and I also have that place-based memory experience. I just moved from a 5 bedroom home in Vermont to a few 1000-square-foot 2-bedroom apartments to a 648 square foot apartment. I felt very minimal in my last 1000-foot space, and now? I’m feeling uncomfortably maximal. I like having a smaller space, because I’m single and this reduces my carbon footprint. It helps me make better decision about what I need. Does a single person need NINE bath sheets? Even with company, am I ever going to have THAT MANY people needing bath sheets in my apartment? Um. No. I am asking myself, “What do I NOT need?” and dropping things off at the thrift store accordingly. And NOT repurchasing! It feels so good!

@jeanarino732 10 месяцев назад

My home is probably only 1500 sq ft but since we gave up the lower level so my mother could move in, it feels we are overloaded with possessions, I am working on decluttering to feel more peace and calm in the area we have left.

@Willipik 10 месяцев назад

Welcome back to the Midwest!!!! I’m so glad you get come home during fall, so you can see all the beautiful colors! Sending you good vibes 😊

@AtoZenLife 10 месяцев назад

My favorite season! 🍂

@annamariabo8963 10 месяцев назад

I grew up in relatively large apartments and there always was this idea that for one person you should have two bedrooms (one to sleep, one as office/guest room), and then add one bedroom for each additional person. I live in an area that works great for me but is not the most popular, so was able to find an apartment that fit with this guideline. But even though it was great to have that space during the pandemic, and I very often have house guests, I also feel a bit guilty taking up so much space. Having moved from Germany to the US, I totally agree with those culture shocks!

@amma7244 10 месяцев назад

❤️🇨🇦. Being your in law’s age and having all our grands closeby I have so much respect for your decision and how hard leaving them would have been for you. The image of him dancing in his work shirt is so lovely. Sending you strength for the journey!

@arlenekeith5452 10 месяцев назад

I get overwhelmed shopping at big grocery stores. So much to choose from ! And I've never left the US. 😊

@creationslandscapedesigns 10 месяцев назад

8 years ago I downsized from an 850 square-foot condo to a 424. I absolutely love small space living.

@KioraNyx 10 месяцев назад

Our family (of five) moved from an almost 2500 sq. ft., 4 bedroom house in the suburbs of the Twin Cities to buy a family member's older 1750 sq. ft., 4 bedroom lake home in rural MN. Downsizing has been challenging and is still a process (there is a reason I sought out videos about decluttering 😊), but we love the slower pace, less traffic, and don't miss having the big house to care for. Though we are very car dependent where we live, we find we tend to drive less than when things were closer to us in the suburbs. Before, we were more likely to run out again if we forgot something or try more stores if we couldn't find it closer to home. We now are more likely to make due and remember to get it on the next shopping list or accept that we can't get it locally and either need to order online or find a way to do without. We've also decreased our car expenses by shifting to electric cars (currently a Mitsubishi plug-in hybrid and a Tesla model Y). I was skeptical at first that it would work, being rural, but it's worked out great (even took a road trip to visit family in TN this summer with no charging/range issues in the Tesla). I second shopping smaller stores like ALDI to help with choice fatigue. That has helped me out a lot. Best wishes as you guys settle in and as always, thank you for the things you share!

@raquel5401 10 месяцев назад

It's definitely lay-out over square footage, I have lived in a 1200 square foot space that was comfortable but had a tiny kitchen, and I cook and bake all the time so didn't love that. We have spent most of our years, and raised 3 kids, in our 1800 square foot home. 3 bedroom, open living room and kitchen, and a den, 2 bathrooms. It is perfect. Now that we are empty nesters it doesn't feel too big and we have room for guests.

@ScottAndersonUK 7 месяцев назад

As a Chicagoan who moved to the UK almost nine years ago I couldn’t agree more about the differences you mention. Both good and bed… Hope the transition back is as expected for you and the family.

@preparehomeinchrist 10 месяцев назад

Loved this. You will do amazing and even though you will have moments when you miss where you were, I am sure you will find great joys in where you are!! Thanks for putting these videos together!

@racheljank1163 10 месяцев назад

Our house is 2 stories and a basement, about 2400 sf in total, and I think my family of 4 could live happily in half the space! We got such a good deal on it in 2012 and I can't imagine moving in today's market. The neighborhood works really well for the 4 of us. I thought I would have more kids, but in the end only 2 of 4 babies resulted in live births, so this is what we have. That said, in the past 11 years, we've had my brother, sister, college age foster daughter and my parents living with us. This channel helps me consistently declutter, even in the rooms we don't use all that often, to keep them from becoming store rooms.

@jubingkem 10 месяцев назад

I live in a 20 sqm (215 sqft) apartment in Taipei with my husband. We are not Taiwanese and came here to study in graduate school. We both like living as minimalists, and we could say that our apartment is quite small, but it is the best apartment for both of us because it is close to MRT. Renting in Taipei is quite expensive, but I love small apartments because it is easier to clean, and it even makes us more intimate 😁

@josephine7624 10 месяцев назад

Hi! Thank you for sharing all that! I am also moving abroad and downsizing, and it was surprising how I could relate to many of your impressions! Sending you a lot of good luck to build your new home ^^ I look forward to hear about your experiences!

@raynebair 10 месяцев назад

We recently upgraded from 1400 sq ft to 2400 sq ft, but with less space for storage so we were forced to declutter 20 years worth of stuff! We got rid of A LOT! And although, some areas of our house still feel way too cluttered, overall, I love all the open space we have now. I'm sure at some point we may downsize again, but for now, I'm truly enjoying the space we have.

@janika2356 10 месяцев назад

This is really interesting to me and I appreciate you documenting this journey. My husband and I live in Germany and are considering moving to the US at some point so this comes at the perfect time in my life. Thank you so much for sharing this!

@pennyfennell7608 10 месяцев назад

I really appreciate your videos. Thank you for just being yourself. ❤

@aishatamani373 10 месяцев назад

Hi, all the good energy in this new process, best wishes for you and the family.

@darlenebergantzel1534 10 месяцев назад

I lived in a 1400 sq ft, 3-bed, 2-bath home and raised my 2 kids in that house. About 3 years ago, I sold that home (empty nester and widowed) and bought a 1700 sq ft, 3-bed, 2-bath home in another state. Even though I upsized in living space, I significantly downsized in things, eliminating about 75% of my possessions before the move. I’m still not a minimalist, but heading that way.

@courtneyelizabeth4710 10 месяцев назад

I was so so excited to see that you uploaded a new video! I'm so interested and excited to watch this new adventure that you're on unfold!

@suzyqfaves4736 10 месяцев назад

Congrats on your move! We moved out of Chicago in 2014 bc of my hubby’s job and we miss it quite a bit. I love your videos and thank you for your honesty and openness on camera!

@dawnsullivan6794 10 месяцев назад

I love and appreciate your positive attitude in regards to your move. I hope you enjoy getting settled into your new living situation. 😘❤️🙏🏻

@craftingafamilydinner 10 месяцев назад

Love watching you problem solve. Thank you for all the fun of watching family grow.

@user-bl9tr3dz2p 10 месяцев назад

So happy for you that everything is working out so smoothly. Your so positive. And glad you kept your apartment in Germany ❤

@hdeare 10 месяцев назад

Welcome back and all best wishes ❤❤❤

@conniepleasantnails 10 месяцев назад

Wow, I’m sure down time is feeling really good after this big move. Congratulations to you and your whole family. I have really been enjoying your videos and I am sure you will navigate your way around just fine. Exciting times 🎉❤😊

@felicia678 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations... Best of luck to you and your family!

@nickyharriott1978 10 месяцев назад

Wishing you all the best in your new journey and looking forward to following along with you ❤

@lyndarossi933 10 месяцев назад

All the very best in your exciting transition !

@Kringeladida 10 месяцев назад

Our flat has 75 square meters (=807 square feet), 2 balconies and 2 bedrooms for two. It is perfect for us and it still feels like a lot of space. :) I was always interested in tiny homes but I am happy with the size of our flat. I think its more practical because here you have space to have guests.

@dena-mo118 10 месяцев назад

Marissa, thank you for all of the questions you answered. Love your children's positive response to their new school environment. Wishing them well as they learn to hone their language skills. I always look forward to your new posts. ❤

@9FatraBbits 10 месяцев назад

Wow! You’re all brave for moving countries more than once! Living in other countries/cultures is also so educational and a rewarding experience. Thanks for sharing!

@EliseRoseCrochet 10 месяцев назад

That's so wonderful for your family! Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to see what's next! ❤️

@user-hi5ph8pb1x 10 месяцев назад

All the best to you and your family! I live in Northern Ireland and we are taking the decision this year to go back or stay here. I can relate to your case. Kids though don't want to move to Greece. 😢 It will be quite tough. I can't wait for more content about your movement back.

@carolinagomezr.4637 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much, I am so glad to see you again here in You tube. Grettings from Spain 😊

@michelleprice5945 10 месяцев назад

Yay!!! I'm in northwest Indiana. Welcome back!

@createandliveyourbestlife 10 месяцев назад

BEST WISHES ON YOUR MOVE, there are I know personally - so many challenging times, stressful times, depressing & anxious times as well as some joy. Wishing you more joy than anything else 🙏🏻❤️🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇺🦘🐨

@tinaoakland3224 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations on starting your new adventure! Remember to take things at your own pace. You got this❤

@DuryeaAndWild 7 месяцев назад

I found your channel yesterday, already listened to the entire book - the life changing magic of tidying up- and now bing watching your content and decluttering the last two days while I have the time to myself!😂 thank you so much for the inspiration! ❤🙏

@adrianabernatikova7492 10 месяцев назад

We are living in 1175sqft flat which is devided to 2 floors. Me, my boyfriend and 2 kids (3 and 1,5yo). Right now it feels perfect for us. We struggeled with storage spaces but thanks to your videos we decluttered that much that it is not our problem anymore ❤️

@susanhutchinson5305 10 месяцев назад

So nice to see you! Enjoy your new location !

@PraveenSrJ01 10 месяцев назад

Really cool 😎. Thank you so much for sharing this.

@gloriayouchisonbrown7734 10 месяцев назад

You have such a vibrant personality, so happy to hear about your new destination ❤️

@jfpdc888 10 месяцев назад

CONGRATULATIONS on your move back to the midwest. Really happy for you and your family and glad you made the decision that is best for all of YOU! All The Best!!!

@kellyforehand9125 10 месяцев назад

I am so happy for you and your family! Welcome back to America!

@drafederico 10 месяцев назад

So happy for you🎉

@billieewart3971 10 месяцев назад

I take advantage of the grocery pickup, it keeps me out of the stores and is much better on my budget. Stay strong Marissa! You are an inspiration:)

@NiftyBa14414 10 месяцев назад

I have been enjoying your videos for the last few years. Our family also had a major life change, and moved just last month! Also to Chicago. It’s been a whirlwind. To find someone also going through the same thing, it really helps. Thank you for sharing your lives! We went from 1,100 square feet up to 2,000, but still downsized quite a bit so we could move affordably.

@rebeccaross1715 10 месяцев назад

The windows in your living and dining room are amazing!

@christynr1388 10 месяцев назад

Congrats on your move and new adventure!🎉 Welcome back to the States😊👍🇺🇸

@Lizzy43645 10 месяцев назад

Oh I’m so sorry they hated school in Germany! 😢 I can feel your joy and am so happy for this new season of life for you

@marcemiss 10 месяцев назад

Hello, Marissa. I'm certain you will be able to replicate the success you had decorating your flat in Germany (which was so perfect). I used it as a model to decorate my home, since we moved too. Best of luck on this new stage of your life❤ Can't wait for the following videos about it🎉

@siouxsinner 10 месяцев назад

Chicago for the win!!! I am so happy for you! I can't wait to move back.

@lisagarrison25315 10 месяцев назад

I wish you the best of luck in this new chapter of your life and am eager to learn how you avoid the marketing temptations here in the states ( an area where I need a TON of help). Good luck in your endeavors ! ❤

@julielee4331 10 месяцев назад

Our family of 4 live in a 2300 sq ft home and it's perfect.

@juliapearse1514 10 месяцев назад

Love your videos! We have 1000sqm block in a semi rural area in Australia. Enough room for a backyard and shed. We love it! 😊

@kspacker 10 месяцев назад

Welcome back to Northern Illinois! So nice to have you near!

@acrobaticanna 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations. I am excited for you!! I am glad you kept your German home. I really liked it.

@lindascull6327 10 месяцев назад

Oh wow this is wonderful and I'm not even through the video yet! I don't live in Chicago but two of the women I have been following for years and years and years live in Chicago although we have never met in person I love them to the Core and now I can add you being there as well and I ADORE YOU!❤ I'm so excited for you and your family and all of us because we share in your Joy!

@kerridavis86 10 месяцев назад

I am looking forward to your upcoming videos in the US.. I live in Florida and yes!! The temptation to spend money in the stores here is crazy! Your videos in Germany helped alot but I know the American ones will help even more. Wishing you the best in adjusting and finding the right home for your family. Welcome Home.