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My husband and I recently retired and will soon be moving to the Murphy area. What are some positive and not so positive things we should know about wells, septic tanks, and cabin living?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Donna Merritt Feb 10, 2010.

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John Dilbeck left a comment for Donna Merritt

Happy birthday, Donna!

Mar 7, 2011

Many of us love the idea of building and/or living in a log cabin. Some are still dreaming and others are living the dream. A log home has a romantic appeal to many of us. This group is a place where you can share your stories and tips.

Donna Merritt joined John Dilbeck's group May 29, 2010

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Donna Merritt commented on John Dilbeck's group 'New To Murphy'

We have now been in Murphy for almost three months and still loving every minute of life in the mountains. Our cabin did not have landscaping to speak of when we purchased it so we have been very busy. We have planted flowering bushes and shrubs,…

May 11, 2010

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Donna Merritt commented on John Dilbeck's group 'Murphy Dreamers'

Carol, any bites on your properties recently? We have been in Murphy for almost a month now and are loving everything about our cabin and this area. It is just beautiful!

Mar 26, 2010

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Donna Merritt left a comment for Helen Davis

WELCOME HELEN! Is your grooming salon new in town? We are new in Murphy and are looking for a groomer for our little maltipoo, Abby. She is almost three years old and pure white...or she was until we moved to Murphy. She loves playing outside but…

Mar 25, 2010

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Donna Merritt left a comment for Arleene Ward

Thanks for telling me about the scrapbooking store. As yet, I have not had time to even think about getting back into that project. Normally, I work at it steady during January and February, but this winter was different for us...buying the cabin…

Mar 16, 2010

Arleene Ward left a comment for Donna Merritt

Welcome to Murphy, Donna! I see you enjoy scrapbooking.... I'm just getting myself started on that. There's a great little shop downtown in "the Shoppes of Murphy" for scrapbooking supplies and such. Check it out. Enjoy your new…

Mar 15, 2010

Donna Merritt commented on John Dilbeck's group 'New To Murphy'

I just added a comment but I don't see it so I must have done something wrong. Oh well! Not the first time. :-) We finally got moved into our cabin on Bear Trail Mountain on March 1 and we are loving it and the area. Spent ten days deep…

Mar 13, 2010

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Are you new to Murphy, NC? This is a good place to introduce yourself and make new friends. Share information about how to get settled into our community and what to do.

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Donna Merritt left a comment for Donna Merritt

Over the years we have spent a lot of vacation time on the east coast from Charleston to Hilton Head, but like you, mountains are our favorite. I don't miss the snow in Michigan or I guess I've just gotten used to not seeing too much of it…

Feb 27, 2010

Carol Chapman left a comment for Donna Merritt

We are from Northern Va. and have lived here in Elizabeth City, NC for the pst 11 years. It's on the east coast and at one time I loved it here but the waterfront has gotten old. And since we love the mountains so much we decided to check out…

Feb 27, 2010

Donna Merritt left a comment for Carol Chapman

We are originally from Michigan but have lived the last 25 years in Charlotte, NC. Where are you from?

Feb 27, 2010

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How many children and grandchildren do you have?: 2 grown children
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Tell us something about yourself...: My husband and I have recently retired and are looking to move to the Murphy area. We love to fish, go out to eat, enjoy scenery, and the list goes on.

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At 11:32am on March 7, 2011, John Dilbeck said…: Happy birthday, Donna!

At 10:05am on April 1, 2010, Elizabeth Mason said…

At 1:04pm on March 28, 2010, Elizabeth Mason said…

At 9:40am on March 21, 2010, Elizabeth Mason said…

At 7:47pm on March 15, 2010, Arleene Ward said…: Welcome to Murphy, Donna! I see you enjoy scrapbooking.... I'm just getting myself started on that. There's a great little shop downtown in "the Shoppes of Murphy" for scrapbooking supplies and such. Check it out.
Enjoy your new endeavors here in Murphy.

At 7:39am on February 27, 2010, Donna Merritt said…: Over the years we have spent a lot of vacation time on the east coast from Charleston to Hilton Head, but like you, mountains are our favorite. I don't miss the snow in Michigan or I guess I've just gotten used to not seeing too much of it over the years. Two years ago at this time we were in Michigan for my niece's wedding and saw lots of snow. In fact while we were in Murphy in January we saw snow and ice and could barely get up the mountains to look at cabins...our realtor is wonderful...and was as determined as we were to get up one mountain in particular. That is the cabin we actually bought even though we had to climb up the last quarter mile on foot. It was fun!

At 7:22am on February 27, 2010, Carol Chapman said…: We are from Northern Va. and have lived here in Elizabeth City, NC for the pst 11 years. It's on the east coast and at one time I loved it here but the waterfront has gotten old. And since we love the mountains so much we decided to check out Murphy. We were there in october and felt it is the place for us. We looked at several houses and the minute our property here sells we will be on our way. Another thing I miss out here is snow. We just don't get any here and I miss not having snow for X-mas and cold weather for Thanksgiving. With you being originally from Michigan you must be used to snow.

At 10:10pm on February 26, 2010, Carol Chapman said…: Where did you move from? We just fell inlove with the area and the friends we have already made.................especially Dena and John and our realtor. We are so looking forward to settling in Murphy.

At 9:59pm on February 26, 2010, John Dilbeck said…: Congratulations on your move to Murphy! We look forward to meeting you in person.

We're planning to do a Murphy Connections get-together when the weather warms up, maybe in April. We'll announce it here when we know more details.

I hope your move goes smoothly!

JD

At 2:34pm on January 17, 2010, John Dilbeck said…: Good afternoon, Donna.

You might do better by starting a discussion in the Forum about this topic, because more people will see it than a comment on your own page.

I'm no expert about the water situation and I know our spring dried up for awhile year before last (2008), but we've had a lot of rain since then and I think the water table has recovered a great deal over the last year.

I don't know anyone whose well is drying up now, but I know it was a problem in the past.

However, as I said, I'm not really in touch with others on this issue and you may learn more by starting a discussion on the topic.

All the best,

JD