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sKePTiKal:
Hmmm. I've thought for awhile that selling the island property might be advantageous to you Lighter. You have the Lake House property, are still highly engaged with the girls -- and it sounds like, sometimes, it's a bit overwhelming. If you think that it's in about as good a shape as you can make it, maybe explore the possibility with a realtor who specializes in that kind of property. (Now is decidedly a bad time to try to sell. in general though. See: higher loan interest rates, shaky economy, and inflation.)
That said, I kinda miss the little cabin I sold south of here. Yes, I have all the privacy I could want on the farm. Enough land to be able to go out on the porch nekkid to world (if I so desire) and just scream - without anyone hearing me. The ability to go park my butt SOMEWHERE ELSE, for a weekend/week - for solitude, meditation, decisions, or just change of scenry seems to be something I need, from time to time. As much as I hear about other people's lives - it's not just me, either. But, there were so many downsides to keeping that property - even though I'm only a couple hours away.
Driveway maintenance, landscaping, critters, house upkeep (or winterizing), the usual chores/upkeep that one does at "home" is doubled if one owns a rental or vacation property. I wanted a slower, less burdened lifestyle. It feels free-er; fewer obligations & responsibilities. Maybe that's what's starting to bubble up for you?
lighter:
It's funny.... I think the property would sell pretty quick IF I got the paperwork and surveys together. The realtor with the boat slip next to mine in Miami has been sending buyers to view it and asking to buy it himself, or half of it, for a while. I think deciding to do it will be the difficult part. Will see. I'm not worried. Maybe I have too many options. My DD22 said she wants to go to the Cottage for New Years...... seems very happy to go to the warmth. Youngest DD20 seems to be OK with it. Just when I think neither wants anything to do with it anymore, they want to go.
Everyone once in a while I think about running a little retreat out of it in the winter months.
I'm shocked the island remains such a poverty stricken...... place in the stream. Not everyone is suited to making the trip or enjoying it, will tell you that. It's not for the faint of heart or mind.
And I'm not sure I want a slower life. I think I'll want to be busy for a while.... years. Just not sure what I want to be busy at.
Whatever's coming for me..... I should really get serious about what it is, don'tcha think?
I hope you guys are enjoying this cool weather...... the last couple of days have been wicked warm. Bet it's been warm where you are too.
Lighter
lighter:
Just booked flights for the island. Seems the family, at least most of it, is heading there after Christmas. Oldest DD is bringing one of her friends. Not sure if my brother's kids are coming, but the Deep Sea Captain is bringing the second boat so I know he'll be there, likely with his lovely gf and maybe one of her children.... I think she has two.
I'm going to be very mindful about vay k shion ing. Hmm.... vacationing.
I think I'd like to learn how to find the best diving and fishing spots I can reach with the raft.... must remember to pack a patch... I think. It would be a complete game changer is I could motor around on my own and take food at will. Maybe will order a new wrist sling and extra spears.... never handled one, btw. Know nothing about it except must be close and not ruin the tips with rocks.
I'm actually looking forward to this trip.
sKePTiKal:
Sounds like fun Lighter, even tho the diving part isn't my cup o' tea... there are things in that water that can eat me. (so there's my achilles heel... no, the bears & lions & eagles don't bother me, go figure)
I'm trying to play kitchen wench baking again, but it's going really slow - with a lot of interruptions and today I'm outta sorts coz of the ice storm moving in. EEK... it won't be horrible and B is here till the weekend. He'll be back in 3 weeks, this time. And he keeps reminding me, "going back" isn't "going home". Home is here, now. Warts & all.
Hopalong:
--- Quote ---"going back" isn't "going home". Home is here, now.
--- End quote ---
Awww, bless 'im.
I like that B!
hugs
Hops
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