The last few days, ahem, weeks, have been life changing, but I believe for the best. Change is always difficult, especially for anyone who is even the slightest bit uncertain or emotionally unprepared. For me, my mind is always in a bit of hyperactive turmoil (just like Jim Lahey put it), so a new man, a new home, a new town, new animals, a new job ... wait ... can be oh-so-challenging.
But, like the horizon I snapped last night while out walking the farm, the future is vast and full of possibilities. In every corner of the land I see potential. There is so much work to be done on this farm--mainly fixing up and cleaning up--but with all hands on deck it's totally doable.
I have so many projects germinating in my mind, it's hard to decide which to focus on. It's a wonderful, blessed place to be in life--too many ideas but not enough money--because it lets one put things into perspective. It's humbling and I feel myself growing closer to God every day.
More Notes from the Nook later ... now I think I hear those goats bleating.
Couldn't be happier for you. You've done what I only wish I could do. I look forward to hearing the whole story.
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Dave
Karen! Your poll is cool but chosing one item to tick? Can't do it. I'd build the rustic cabin we've wanted for so long and build a nice but modest barn for my animal friends--in Minnesota, not here--but then have the absolute time of my life helping out animal charities with the rest. The only thing I wouldn't do is squirrel it away! :o)
ReplyDeleteThe only reason I thought about squirreling it away is because I'm regretting not squirreling away more money when I was a 9 to 5er.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you... catalog is almost done! Will write soon. :)
ReplyDeleteYeah, you're right. Squirreling is a Good Thing sometimes.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're settled in and happy. And I hope Simone is getting used to Hank's dogs!