My daughter is leaving the USA and moving to my house in Malmö, Sweden. She and her husband can do this because they both work their science jobs remotely. They can not live here anymore. She received Swedish citizenship last month. I may have to follow her. Well, shit! - ThreadSky

smogsteve.bsky.social • 1 day ago

My daughter is leaving the USA and moving to my house in Malmö, Sweden. She and her husband can do this because they both work their science jobs remotely. They can not live here anymore. She received Swedish citizenship last month. I may have to follow her.
Well, shit!

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ammaw.bsky.social•1 day ago

I understand completely. Our daughter and grandkids live in Europe and I’ve been checking apartments near them. This is where we’re at.

jenniferburchill.bsky.social•1 day ago

I'm afraid it may come to this for me, too...

wonkadelight.bsky.social•1 day ago

My friend just completed Canadian paperwork and is aiming for Nova Scotia. We're moving to Mexico (mountain town; 1 hr'ish from MX City) in fall. Rent for 6 months. Observe from there how usa breathes.

europeusa.bsky.social•1 day ago

I have dual citizenship. This country was very good for me &my family. We have opportunities to work hard & achieve our dreams. And no I am not leaving. Americans fight for your country,grass is not always greener.You have the rights to be with your friends, family. Refugee life is not easy.

europeusa.bsky.social•1 day ago

I missed my dad’s funeral, many weddings,bdays my relatives. I missed home made food, going to theater and see plays in my language. I missed countryside and old castles. I was part of everything there. Here even after 30 years sometimes I still feel an outsider, like during thanksgiving.

omaj.bsky.social•1 day ago

Same here! I have been here 46 years

mskohut.bsky.social•1 day ago

It’s a very rational decision. You may be able to help others escape in the future.

smogsteve.bsky.social•1 day ago

I have done this. Several families that wanted to return to Michoacan were able to do so with some financial help from me and some of my family. I worked with them for decades and now they have to leave.
Well, shit!

mskohut.bsky.social•1 day ago

Wow. I consider where I can escape to. I’m scared for my daughter. And everyone I know and love.

smogsteve.bsky.social•1 day ago

We are also looking at the mountains above Peru.

mskohut.bsky.social•1 day ago

Oooooo. I want to look at that:)

slmcmahon.bsky.social•1 day ago

I’ve been living in Colombia for a couple of years now. I do not miss the USA. It isn’t home for me any longer.

mskohut.bsky.social•1 day ago

Thank you for sharing. Where did you land in Columbia?

chellep66.bsky.social•1 day ago

Jealous. Good for her.

chewiesmom.bsky.social•1 day ago

An awful lot of us thinking about getting out, too.

dmt24.bsky.social•1 day ago

My grandfather was an immigrant from Sweden and during WWII couldn't join the military, couldn't prove he was not German. Do you think Sweden would let me self deport? 😁😆😅🤣

neverstopfighting.bsky.social•1 day ago

Wish I could.

revjoey.bsky.social•23 hours ago

Great to have options.

justjellz.bsky.social•1 day ago

They can do this because privilege. Let’s not get it twisted. 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

docmad.bsky.social•1 day ago

Well, and they can do it because they have a house to live in and dual citizenship. But sure, the remote jobs help!

motleycruising.bsky.social•1 day ago

Malmö is a surprisingly quiet little town, especially given how close it is to Copenhagen! I hope they settle in nicely!

clintjacoby.bsky.social•1 day ago

Can you adopt me?

faith54.bsky.social•23 hours ago

vallirose.bsky.social•23 hours ago

I don’t blame her. I’m happy she had this opportunity available to her.

janeperry.bsky.social•1 day ago

I’d leave if I could take my grandkids w me….in a New York minute.

mmpeace.bsky.social•1 day ago

Who could blame them?

jennfiregirl.bsky.social•1 day ago

Can I be your kid, too?

janeezee01.bsky.social•1 day ago

It won't be long until the rest of the world says no to Americans emigrating. With jobs housing cosy of living, etc, I don't think it's right or fair. Stay home, fight for your rights & democracy.. If ever there was a time to stand up & fight, it's now. Don't let them kill the American dream...

jenelliot.bsky.social•1 day ago

Smart move. If I could leave l would.

travis.chewzy.ca•1 day ago

I'm always happy to hear about people who have a good way to get out of bad situations.

soulfullsimpatico.bsky.social•1 day ago

I'm jealous!

swtseastar.bsky.social•1 day ago

I would leave in a heartbeat, if I had the option.

pattipms.bsky.social•1 day ago

Congrats for getting out of here

sobrietyshared.bsky.social•1 day ago

How big is the house? Can I come please?
On a serious note—they’re doing what they believe is necessary. More power to them! Best of luck.

sagebrightheart.bsky.social•1 day ago

I feel on slow boil in water. My heart is cracking - hard.

sagebrightheart.bsky.social•1 day ago

Is there room for me, too?

andismiled.bsky.social•1 day ago

Do what you have to do to be safe.

Remember though, you have friends everywhere. :-)

arykab1956.bsky.social•1 day ago

Does she need a fun Auntie??? That wants to leave here too??? LOL

butterwise.bsky.social•1 day ago

Do you have room for two more

akm6.bsky.social•1 day ago

I’m so envious🙏🏽🦋

andyv4.bsky.social•1 day ago

I would love to move to Sweden

omaj.bsky.social•1 day ago

I love Sweden, I have always wanted to go back

andyv4.bsky.social•1 day ago

I envy you, but in a good way🙂

transitharmony.bsky.social•1 day ago

I’ve been in the U.S. over 13 years. I’m moving back to Australia in just over a week and taking my American wife and child with me.

luvodie.bsky.social•1 day ago

I’m sorry. We have never been perfect, but most of us at least tried. A minority went off the deep end and we’re all paying the price.

astroburek.bsky.social•1 day ago

I think the real problem is that it’s more than just a little sliver of the US populace. Every single person that voted for Trump is complicit in the destruction and doesn’t mind the bigotry. That’s 77,302,580 people. We need to wake up to the fact there is A LOT of hate in this country.

chaz2.bsky.social•1 day ago

Imho, more likely Elon rigged the election which is why he acted like he owned the Oval Office.
Many of us want a proper recount.

kathwertheim.bsky.social•1 day ago

The smart ones will get out of America. Things will go downhill slowly - like OBGYNs leaving Idaho because of abortion laws - and then it will happen fast. Expect it to look like The Hunger Games.

wishing4atardis.bsky.social•23 hours ago

Your family is so lucky to have the option to leave.

nonessentialworker.bsky.social•23 hours ago

Count your blessings. We should all be so fortunate. This place is unrecognizable. Best wishes for a better future.

iamwatiam.bsky.social•1 day ago

I had an opportunity to obtain a Spanish citizenship, because of DNA and my family tree. The drawback was I'd have to relinquish my US citizenship. I didn't want to do that back then. In hindsight, I wish I would have.

luvodie.bsky.social•1 day ago

Good for them. Encourage them to still participate in saving this country by voting by mail!!! We’re not a lost cause yet.

johnmctigue.bsky.social•1 day ago

Watch out for the Socialism!
They got a lot of it over there 🤷‍♂️.

omaj.bsky.social•1 day ago

And surprisingly they are just fine and happy 🙄

johnmctigue.bsky.social•1 day ago

It’s actually not surprising at all. There was a bit of sarcasm in my comment.

interstranger.bsky.social•1 day ago

Godspeed to all of you. I see Germany in my future…

nicorants.bsky.social•1 day ago

Can me and my besties come? we don’t take up much space 😩

isonope.bsky.social•23 hours ago

I don’t blame you

welmer225.bsky.social•1 day ago

My son and his family live there. It’s a great place. I want to move, too.

daboc24.bsky.social•1 day ago

My friend who is from Sweden wants to go back too but her husband is elderly and sick. Other friend got dual citizenship for her 3 boys from Ireland, just in case.

jonbanquer.bsky.social•1 day ago

The Swiss make the very best machinist tools. When I was in the trade, I loved mine. Nothing compared.

sassy-smurf728.bsky.social•1 day ago

I wish I could afford to leave.

virginalakes.bsky.social•1 day ago

You are all very fortunate to have that kind of privilege.

mirimg.bsky.social•1 day ago

😢

adelitamexicana.bsky.social•1 day ago

Wish I could move, countries don’t accept disabled people 😭 gotta stay and fight

themadpolack.bsky.social•1 day ago

Think of us who remain behind, we will try to be good stewards of the land. We’re all just guests here anyways, I suppose.

bestbuckleup.bsky.social•1 day ago

Things here may only get worse.

mblesssell.bsky.social•1 day ago

I am sorry that she feels the need to leave. If she finds a nice place away from this chaos, please have her send real estate ads. More of us may want to be her neighbors! I hope I can stick around.

madyrmyr.bsky.social•23 hours ago

Good for them 🇸🇪

breezy217.bsky.social•23 hours ago

I’m glad you have somewhere safe to go scary times

architetta.bsky.social•1 day ago

I would leave in a heartbeat but where to go?

drgibbreads.bsky.social•1 day ago

Go! Get out while you can!

cocothecat.bsky.social•1 day ago

Or you could stay here and fight fascism?

janlynn.bsky.social•1 day ago

I wouldn’t hesitate to leave

mountainmusings.bsky.social•1 day ago

Make room for the rest of us plz. 😎

nativetsalagi.bsky.social•1 day ago

Go & love every minute being in a kinder place. It’s easy to think you will feel sad for what’s happening to our democracy and country. We are going to see even more heartbreaking things soon. So say a prayer, light a candle, and keep all of us & the hope of democracy close to your heart.

jiggy-g.bsky.social•1 day ago

Your not missing much.

coffeezombieslut.bsky.social•1 day ago

Congratulations!🎉🍾🎈🎊
And get ready for a new adventure.

truth1124.bsky.social•1 day ago

She is very lucky that she has the ability to leave this hell hole!

mimipurple.bsky.social•1 day ago

I'm sorry it has come to this for so many.

cr1m50nz3r0.bsky.social•1 day ago

Blessed, hope all goes well. Truly, a great decision and one that should never be taken lightly. My family and I are thinking the same thing abroad. Enough is enough.

glensidetwo2.bsky.social•1 day ago

What a marvelous opportunity. Congratulations.

wlfwoman66.bsky.social•1 day ago

I wish I could leave but I'm disabled. No country wants a cripple like me

adelitamexicana.bsky.social•1 day ago

Same boat my friend

kimcdickerson.bsky.social•1 day ago

Good for them! Also, I’m jealous 😩

smogsteve.bsky.social•1 day ago

It helps when Mom and Dad can finance the move.

sweetcassie24.bsky.social•1 day ago

Why do you assume Mom and Dad are financing their move? Dad's house in Sweden could be empty now for all we know. Dad is in the US. He didn't say he gave them the house to keep. We don't know that Mom and Dad gave them a cent. Sounds like they have the funds and smarts to make it on their own!

kimcdickerson.bsky.social•1 day ago

They’re blessed. My dad is deceased and my mom is MAGA. I have ZERO family support. Oh, and my brother doesn’t talk to me bc I’m a Christian and a Liberal. 🤷‍♀️ They’re lucky to have you.
Devon/Dorset area in England is my dream. ☀️

hope-post.bsky.social•1 day ago

Me too

kimcdickerson.bsky.social•1 day ago

🫂 It stinks but it is what it is, I guess. 🫶🏻

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