Ups and downs

Smashed tiles floors, stolen well pumps, broken windows, cursing drunks, and police. That's what our property offered us tonight. At some point Paul and I just looked at each other and laughed. What a crazy adventure this all is. 

Yet the good out weighed the bad. We met three of our neighbors. One came over to tell us that he was so happy we were there and to feel free to walk on his 9 miles of trails anytime we want!!!! The other neighbors walked over to lend support during the whole ordeal with the old tenants. They were kind and supportive, and stayed with us for over an hour to be sure we were okay. They even let us know that they had rescued three of the twelve cats living under the back house. 

We feel so embraced and welcomed by the community. It filled us with comfort. 

Paul spent the day ripping out drywall and carpet from the back house, revealing what seems to be a good shell of a home. Our friend Jim stopped by to say hello and that was a nice surprise in Paul's day. 

We left at 9:30 not having eaten supper, ready for some rest, but so full of gratitude for one another and for the love we have. It wouldn't be anything without each other. It feels so good to be pursuing a dream and living through all of the adventures that come with it.