CP, I didn't realize you had never even been to Beach Club! This summer, when you are at Epcot, maybe you can take just a few minutes to walk out through the
private entrance and go over to Beaches & Cream for a No Way Jose or some other luscious ice cream treat. It's such a short walk, and you won't regret it!
This winter has even southerners wanting to move south!
It would be a huge move for you. Would you have the money to travel to see family fairly often? Would they be able to come and see you maybe a few at a time throughout the year? I think if you know you can see your family often, you would do okay. You'll probably have plenty of friends come to visit, too, and lots of DIS meets. I am a huge fan of sunshine and palm trees. I lived in St. Pete for several years as a teenager, so sometimes I long to live there again. I know I would get out more, because I would love to take frequent walks around World Showcase and walk the trails at AK.
I have roots here, though, in my family, church, and job. As the kids grow up and out, my roots may change, but for now, I'm settled. That is an awesome price on that place, though, and if you are going to try new things, it's best to do it while you are young. If you decide to do it, it will probably be a wonderful adventure, and you can always go back home if it doesn't seem right. If you stay home, you can just enjoy trips to Disney World like always, and maybe just go more often to get your fill as much as possible.
I'm a horrible decision maker, as you can see. I write down the pros and cons a million times, and then I straddle the fence until someone finally just knocks me off!