The Move
We've moved. Given that I took you on our journey from the house to the apartment and a brief preview that we had purchased a townhome, I thought I'd complete the circle and let you know that, indeed, we have moved. I am acutely and joyfully aware that this is probably the home I'll be hauled out of, either to a location where I will be taken care of...or feet first. Regardless of how that happens, I will go with glad heart and great appreciation for this final abode. Yes, the apartment was wonderful and more than amply served us. Indeed, a benefit was its location so that the small balcony overlooked a neighborhood replete with trees and landscaping. And on walks, I found myself looking longingly at homeowners' backyards, patios, decks. Yes, we wanted single level living but I wanted a yard to walk out into, haul a lounge chair onto the grass, fill pots with seeds and flowers, water and nurture them through the spring and summer. Our townhouse...