Can anyone talk to me about moving to France!?

[Frantice]

Totally left field idea maybe but - current circumstances are that I'm three years widowed, 3 adult dc, 1 teen. All dc living at home but eldest 2 leaving imminently. Teen is Yr 10 so would probably not move until after they'd done A levels.

I just feel as if I've totally outgrown my life here. My friends are all married and although lovely, are in such a different place to me. I feel increasingly distant from them, bored, frustrated. Losing my dh has made me realise how short life is and how opportunities are to be grasped. I'd be ok to buy a property outright but I know nothing about associated expenses etc.

Literally only just considering this idea (prob brought on by the time of year, plus one of my dc expressing a desire to travel). So I have done no research at all but hoping for some opinions/things to consider from wise mnetters.

I think you may need to revisit this idea after the end of March.

Brexit

Yes that's very wise Kitten, wouldn't do anything until outcomes of Brexit known and teen dc finished A levels (3 years or so). Just thought I'd ask for opinions.

Wouldn't do any harm to do a bit of researching...
Your not in a rush, have plenty of time.
You might find that it leads you somewhere else or maybe a holiday home instead 6 months uk 6 months France etc

3 or so years is a long time, so in meantime...research but also try new things, go new places...widen your current situation. Then in 3 or so years you'll be in a better position to decide if you still want to do it.