Well our two chicks (Rhode Island Reds) spent their first night outside in the coop last night. Neighbor James and I camped out to make sure they were ok. This place is loaded with raccoons and the occasional Red Fox so, I would really like the coop to be Fort Knox. Friend Roger built it, cause hes awesome. And I spent yesterday re-enforcing. Everyone made it through the night, so far, so good. This past weekend I spent camping in Myakka City, Florida with Valerie. We had never been there before, so beautiful. Swimming in the beautiful Lake Manatee, Alligators, Shmalligators. The road trip inspired me once again to see more of Florida. But first, NY. The kids and I leave tomorrow for a few weeks in NY. Brooklyn, Bronx, LI, then the much anticipated upstate. Grateful for friend Erin still living in our foyer. Caring for our animals and plants and home in our abscence. Enjoying the peace that surrounds.
Its funny and surreal sometimes watching your dreams come true. Living in the woods, chickens in the Coupe. Happy, sweet children. Beautiful friends. Chosen Family. Community. Food Gardens. Peace. Joy. Laughter. Building the world we wish to live in. I still have my struggles, my silly mind still gets the best of me somedays. Life can be challenging, its supposed to be. But it can be oh so beautiful too. Shine on.
"We must be willing to get rid of the life that we've planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell
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I was so excited to see a blog from you when I opened my computer. It's also comforting to know that dreams can come true and struggles become easier to overcome. Have a wonderful trip.
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We have a place between Orlando and Lakeland now. My brother is currently living here, but one day the spare rooms will allow for a guest bedroom. You will be welcome to stay.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to hear from you....even if it's once in a while.....I think about you often and wonder how you are doing. Have a wonderful trip!
ReplyDeleteKristen you never cease to inspire me. Shunda :-)
ReplyDeleteRock on Y'all!
ReplyDeleteI am certain that I am not alone when I say that I wish you would post often. Your story and writing style are so refreshing and inspiring. I am sure you have more followers then you can possibly imagine. I have a group of about 20 friends in my small network that love your blog and used disucss. Of course, we are all guilty of reading and enjoying, but never commenting and I regret that. I bet there are thousands of people like us that think of you and wonder what you are up to!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the kick in the pants. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome!Thank you for being an inspiration. You should really consider writing a book or magazine articles. We read the Oprah article and saw the show and that is what got us hooked. You have a way with words!
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