I can refill my bobbins! We bought a new house!
This has definitely been one of my least favorite years of my life, but now I can look ahead to a new future.
Last year's first challenge -- moving down from the mountains -- was an overwhelming loss for me. Even though it was done for good reason, it just about broke my heart. In addition to that personal loss, we've all been horrified by the appalling national events, and overarching it all the global pandemic. I feel like an entire year of my life has been WASTED, and I'm getting older, with not that many years left. Let's just say I've had a lot of downhearted days.
We've temporarily been in a rental house here, because we needed someplace to settle quickly when the red house sold so suddenly last fall. It's 'ok' but it's not my style and it's not our own. I've never felt settled here. We've been waiting for the political scene and the pandemic to improve. Meanwhile the real estate market has become absolutely bonkers. So it's been hard to be patient and hopeful this winter. But all the puzzle pieces have finally FINALLY settled into place and we're going to take the next step.
We've purchased a charming little 1940s cottage about 2 miles from here. It has lovely gardens with many fruit trees, and a spacious studio. We'll still be just a few minutes from family. I'm really excited about this next step we are undertaking!!! I'm REALLY ready to move forward in life.
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