I honestly never thought I would be able to tear myself away from the area I lived in for just over half a century. It was wonderful, but it was time to move on and close that chapter!
While I still find myself pecking away the tears, will they ever stop? it's good to start a brand new chapter. The bad part is that I am starting out alone, not 'the two of us' who were going to make the big move. I will now start on my own terms for the very first time in my life! Kind of freeing, although my hubby and I allowed each other freedom of expression, and we sometimes had to agree to disagree. However, he was the unselfish one and often allowed me to have my own way. A man like no other!
Life in the old house was wonderful while there were more than just me in it, but the emptiness after more than three years got to me in the end, and I am beginning to enjoy the freedom of this new life.
I can drop everything and go out on a whim; lock-up-and-go, the sales pitch estate agents love to use. I could not do that in the old life when there was no staff on the premises: Were any guests arriving or departing? Windows and indoor security gates had to be locked; spare keys securely locked away (I had many exterior doors), and it was essential to ensure Poe was outside, as he'd set the alarms off if left inside. The list was long with the threat of burglary in a free-standing house. I was never paranoid, and it became second nature, but now that I've been gone for nearly three months, I realize why my family and close friends kept on nagging me to sell and move. I wasn't ready, though, and the time eventually came!
I was tired of being on my own, knowing neighbours are all either at work or out doing the things families do. The old house and the B&B kind of kept me prisoner. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy alone time, but too much of it is not good.
So now when a friend invites me out, I just drop what I'm doing, lock up, and go, literally.
It's time I start to play hard and slow down with chores! No more, 'work hard, play hard'!
Even though I'm not running a business and a big house any longer, there is still a lot to be done. I have three large boxes filled with memories that need to be sorted: photos, letters, and cards. I would like to pass them on to the people who will appreciate them, and not that they don't get lost one day. I still have to hang paintings, and am waiting for my lounge suite, which is finally ready but will only arrive on Friday!
Yes, the walls are still bare, and I also could not find the wooden headboard I wanted, so my brother is going to build one for me. My desk is up, and I can lay my head down when it's time to sleep. That's good enough for me, way more than many other people in the world can say!
I thought it fitting to end with a couple of tunes for Three Tune Tuesday, so I'm throwing in four very different songs about goodbyes and new beginnings. For those who don't know yet, @ablaze started this sharing of music on Hive 233 weeks ago. Take a peek at his selection of songs Tom Waits (Heart Attack and Vine) for Three Tune Tuesday - Week 233 - win some HBI and share your music with us.
A little Leonard Cohen, because 'Hey, That's no Way to Say Goodbye.'
John Lennon, and yes, it's 'Just Like Starting Over.'
A little bit of The Beatles, as 'Here Comes the Sun.'
A bonus track from soulful Nina Simone, because I'm finally 'Feeling Good.'
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The lock up and go sounds exciting. Imagine dropping everything and going without worrying is a kind of relief. Enjoy your beautiful life ahead.♥️
Thank you dear Asia, it's the first time in my life that I can do that. Very freeing indeed❤️
Hi my friend @lizelle,glad to see you settling nicely. Will come and visit soon.
I can't wait to have you over, will chat tomorrow, more drama, so my house has become a kind of step-down facility🙃 what next!
You are the most amazing person. You are dealing with life. Not complaining about it. Acknowledging loss, change, and moving on. Take the best from what you have. And live.
I really do admire you.
Ah, thank you @agmoore, I appreciate your kind words, wish I were as strong as I 'pretend', but I've truly been blessed with crossing paths with the very best people. Life is too precious and so very fragile, so we need to make each day special; no big gestures, just simple joys!
House chores and home stuff are unlimited and would not end. After done one here comes next. Just do not work too hard and be patience , do not rush on doing things.
Yes, I'm taking it slow, no rush to get everything done. Thank you for commenting @ronimarie82
Down sizing feeling more comfortable always a massive decision, sure to be making similar one day soon.
Not going back is wise, new owners change things familiar to you, simply ends up upsetting one.
Found a fantabulous new home, kick back and enjoy!
Thank you Joan, yep, no looking back no more! It's so nice having my sister-in-law popping in, or vice versa. I'm enjoying it up here. If you're ever in the area, you should try to pop in here.
You'll know when the time is right for you to scale down. You're doing the same as I did, caught up with jobs hubby wanted to do but wasn't well enough to do. Enjoy getting all that done.
My lounge suite was ready last Friday, now they're only delivering this Friday, a whole week later! Patience I don't have much of🫣
It sounds like you're adjusting to this new lifestyle very well! The community seems very nice. There's a lot to be said about having the freedom to just take off on a whim! We had that with our last condo and it was very nice. I hope you're having a great week Lizelle!
Thank you I am Eric, the weather finally seems to be settling into summertime!
I am getting to meet a couple of people, just a hello and how are you for now but I'm sure I'll make a friend or two. It is a nice community and very good facilities!
I hope you're well too, back to mother earth after the Tesla meetings?😉
Usually that happens when we live in an independent house without a lot of people who can compliment each other at times. Same goes with my parents, they are not ready to move ( they like the place, even I too), that's why I keep going. Good to see you enjoying some freedom now and free from chores.
Yes, it's easier when there's other people in the house. I can imagine just how your parents feel, we put off the move because of the memories. Our sons both wanted to come and say goodbye to the house before I moved out.
I'm starting to relax now that the responsibilities are gone. Thank you for the good wishes, @sanjeevm!
Nice songs, and a lovely new freedom lifestyle milady. Now others can do the chores, and you can enjoy your newly discovered freedom to play at any time that you want to. Incidentally, we also got a wooden headboard recently, as there was a white pine board screwed to the wall that served as a headboard. So, when I took it off, it had spider webs and bugs on the back of it. Imagine sleeping with a headboard like that 🙏
Enjoy your freedom, and we wish you all of the very best.
!PIZZA and all our !LUV
Thank you my friend, glad you enjoyed the songs!
I for sure don't want a spiders den behind my bed so for sure will have one that has legs to stand on!
Before the move, I was determined to make the 40min trip back to the old area to see the same doctor, hairdresser, etc, but I've changed my mind already. The people are very nice here!
Oh yes, a free standing headboard is the best to have for a peaceful sleep, as then one can clean behind it.
I hope that you will find a great new GP, and a friendly hairdresser to share your secrets with milady.
Remain blessed and make many new good friends.
!PIZZA and !LUV
I found such a lovely GP, she coincidentally is the wife of the physician I saw. I've heard of a good hairdresser who keeps everyone entertained with his stories, I'll be off there soon 😉
Doing something different is also good Mam. You are still young and ambitious. Good luck and cheers to you my friend 🧡
Thank you dear @shamis, I appreciate your kind wishes!
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Yes, I agree with this. I’m the type of person who truly enjoys living alone. However, I can also say that even though I like being by myself, there are times when it’s nice to have someone to talk to. That’s why it’s really good to occasionally spend time or “date” with friends and family.
I like 'dating' with family and friends, good way to put it @kellyane!
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