We have lived in Fort Lauderdale for over a year now!
We moved down November 5th, 2009 and Chris officially started working with Merrill Lynch the following week. After over 9 years in Orlando it was a big move and transition for our family, but we love the area, have settled into activities and friendships here, and really enjoy this location/time in our lives!Being so close to the beach (we live within 2 miles) means a very temperate climate with little fluctuation in temperature throughout the year and tropical with lots of palm trees and brightly-colored flowers. I have even seen a flock of parrots outside our house and an iguana climb over our fence! We did have a slight cold snap last weekend (highs in low 70's), so we put on our sweatshirts to play at the park near our house that afternoon.
We also live within 10 minutes of Las Olas/downtown where Chris works (and a cute shopping/restaurant street), which has been a great location for an easy commute allowing the four of us to eat breakfast and dinner together most days of the week. Chris's job has been a great fit and he really enjoys the team he is a part of! He is also working on a Masters in Economics degree, taking 3 classes this semester at Florida Atlantic University.