There's an incredible blue sky here today. The valley views are peaceful and the trees have their spring buds that are just about to fully pop open. The grass is tall and a vibrant green, and the gardens are springing to life again. Love it!
Last night when we arrived home (sometime after 9 pm I think), we were in a bit of a shock. As Steve went to unlock the front door, he said to us, "This does not feel like our house."
We stepped in to darkness, flipped on the lights, and stood there for a few seconds. This house feels like a mansion compared to the rig. Insane!
Sierra ran across the great room and the kids instantly began to explore the house, our house. It is like everything was brand new to us. And, my appreciation for where we live is much higher than it was before we left for our trip.
As we drove back last night, Steve and I talked about our favorite moments and places on our journey. We shared how we've changed a bit and what new perspectives we gained.
One of the biggest things I've learned is that we do not need much to be happy and to live. I think all the stuff clutters my mind. On the road, all we had to think about was taking care of the kids and dogs, and making sure the rig was in running order. When the generator died, we simply had it fixed and continued on our adventure.
At home, we now have 2 cars, a tractor, a home, and property to maintain. It's a blessing and it's also a chain of sorts. Now don't get me wrong... I appreciate our life, but it really could be so much simpler.
Our bedroom, closet, and bathroom combined are probably three times the size of the camper.
And in our bedroom closet, we have a pile of stuff. I am determined to donate most of it & to go through the house once again and do the same with everything else we are not using. I'm not saying we are going minimalist style, but we sure can live with less & after this trip, I know we can and will be able to. Plus, we have the house rented out to a few families through AirBnB this summer. That is also inspiration to make it guest ready and to pack up and purge what we don't use.
We stepped in to darkness, flipped on the lights, and stood there for a few seconds. This house feels like a mansion compared to the rig. Insane!
Sierra ran across the great room and the kids instantly began to explore the house, our house. It is like everything was brand new to us. And, my appreciation for where we live is much higher than it was before we left for our trip.
As we drove back last night, Steve and I talked about our favorite moments and places on our journey. We shared how we've changed a bit and what new perspectives we gained.
One of the biggest things I've learned is that we do not need much to be happy and to live. I think all the stuff clutters my mind. On the road, all we had to think about was taking care of the kids and dogs, and making sure the rig was in running order. When the generator died, we simply had it fixed and continued on our adventure.
At home, we now have 2 cars, a tractor, a home, and property to maintain. It's a blessing and it's also a chain of sorts. Now don't get me wrong... I appreciate our life, but it really could be so much simpler.
Our bedroom, closet, and bathroom combined are probably three times the size of the camper.
Titus seems happy to be lounging in his bed.
All he needs is food, water, love, and a bed.
Really, that's all we need as well!
All he needs is food, water, love, and a bed.
Really, that's all we need as well!
What's the plan now? As I said, we all feel we could stay on the road longer, but Steve has a project calling him back to this area. So, we will spend the next couple of months in Washington... I will continue to teach the kids until September, we will travel and camp here and there, and will enjoy being back on the property and being outside at home. We have gardens to play in, hikes to do, friends to connect with, and summer is just around the corner ♡
Steve and I also agree on another thing... the journey we just took is not over... it is just the beginning of many more. We are just getting started! ♡
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