It's been awhile

It's been awhile since I have written anything. I have so many thoughts going through my head today. Updating "my page" on FB, got me thinking about my journey and have I really done anything to move closer to my "lifesimplicity". I guess in some small way I have. I moved out here to Seattle, well Woodinville ( a small semi rural area) outside of Seattle. I got out of the retail world, which I hated, and found a great job in the world of finance. I know you are wondering...how the heck is that going to help me get to my Lifesimplcity!? I love making "ownership" of a home reality for people. After all isn't that what most people yearn for? I know I do. So now I guess I need to have a "plan". I am the ultimate tree hugger, urban hippie, mountain girl, whatever you want to call it, I am that person. Really taking a look at what it is I want, I have decided that I want to be back home where I grew up. Moyie Springs, Idaho. So I will focus on finding a piece of land that will suit my needs, and allow me to become this person I am searching for. I really don't have any use for money, but realize that I will need it to get me where I need to be. I am not a going to build a large home. Just one that will be big enough to feel comfortable and have enough room for my kids to come visit and stay if they choose. I am going to go very green. I refuse to leave a large footprint on this earth. I think we as the human race, has stomped on it enough. My home will be away from all, as I am truly happiest as a hermit and don't require daily input from other folks. I like being with my animals and just hanging with Mother earth. I will farm and grow my own food. I want to learn how to spin fibers, make cheese, weave, knit, make soaps, bee keep, and so many other things. I figure if I do it right, my hobbies will make what little money I need to pay for those things that require it. My home will be built from straw and my electricity will come from solar panels. I have lived off grid before and really loved it. I still like my modern day conveniences, and will build my home with them included. I will do it SMART and have it done right. I guess I have always known what I want, just really never had the ambition or the direction to get myself there. At age 43, I am looking at thing differently. My last child is ready for me to let him go so he can start his own life. Believe it or not, I think I am ready for that to happen. My children have been the focus of my entire life for almost 26 yrs. I started young, so I never really had the opportunity to go through those important stages of life. I am ready now, and I am at a great age to get out there and get it done. I have a great support team in my corner and I truly am excited to make this happen. Well until next time my friends, remember stay true to yourself, and never let anyone tell you you can't do it!

Debra