Lynn, we're looking in the Islamorada area. That's where we stay when we go down there. We know some locals, and we stay in their guesthouse.

The work that my husband is looking at is year round work, working as a programmer or an IT manager. The problem is, the pay is no where near commiserate with the living expenses. Houses are so expensive. That's one of my biggest fears.

I agree the Keys are a magical place. However, I'm afraid that my husband is just so discontent with his work right now that he's looking for an escape. The keys would be a great escape, but the work problems could still exist as he will still work in the same field.

I hope it all works out for you with quitting your job. It's important to think of yourself at times and a stable life is more important than a nervous breakdown.