Yesterday, I posted that we had found a nice new place to live. I wanted to thank all of you for the wonderful advice and feedback. No other topic has given rise to such positive and uplifting replies from so many people for me. Unfortunately, I may have spoken too soon.
Today, I had to take down that post, and it appears that I will not be living there anyway. I’m going to be staying in my apartment for a while longer…
I guess there are a few lessons to be learned from setbacks like this. Firstly, the cliched “don’t count your chickens before they’ve hatched” comes to mind. This is important in homesteading, because a time investment in one department always comes at the cost of work somewhere else.
Secondly, make sure you know what you’re getting into before getting too involved. Do your research, so you don’t focus on approaches that don’t pay off.
Lastly comes the ability to deal with problems in as serene a way as possible. For me, serenity comes through the martial arts. From the beginning of class until I leave, I think of nothing except my training partner, and occasionally a wall or piece of mat. Even when I’m upset, I can got to class and it won’t affect me as long as I’m there. If you can find an activity like this, hold tight to it because it can save your sanity.
On another note, I’d like to ask for feedback. I’ve been writing this blog for about a month and a half now, and I would like to know if there are any stylistic or content changes you would like me to make. Also, if there are any topics you would like me to write about, please let me know!
~The Homesteading Hippy
I’ve enjoyed all of your posts so far, and like the variety. Just keep doing what you’re doing!
Thank you. Are there any topics you would like to hear more about?
~The Homesteading Hippy
Personally? I follow several homesteading blogs, and get a lot of info. What I’m loving about your blogs is the “back to nature” aspect. I’ve always dreamed of visiting Vermont, so I enjoy seeing it through your eyes. Of course, anything baking related is always wonderful too.
Good post David! It is very disappointing it did not work out as you hoped.
Thank you. I just need to open some new doors for myself. I finished the job application I was talking about, so maybe that will go somewhere.
~The Homesteading Hippy
Sorry to hear things didn’t work out as planned. Hopefully something even better will come along!
Thank you Becca,
I’m sure other opportunities will come along. To be honest, I’m just glad we found out early that it wasn’t going to work out, rather than after we’d moved all of our stuff over.
~The Homesteading Hippy
I’m sure you’ll find a better alternative to the one that didn’t work out. Keep a good thought!
I enjoy your blog; just keep being yourself. :-)
Thanks. I’m sure an alternative will show itself. In the meantime, I’m quite well settled where I am.
~The Homesteading Hippy
It’s a shame it didn’t work out, but there’s always a way around. And I like the blog as-is. I enjoy reading about what a person is excited by, rather than what they think they ought to write about.
Thank you. I’ll keep doing what I’ve been doing.
~The Homesteading Hippy
I love your blog, but I think because of your photos and the lack luster of the theme you have perhaps you would think of changing the theme. For my other blog I use lots of good photos like you. http://theme.wordpress.com/themes/ideation-and-intent/
Look at my other blog if you would like to better see how the theme can achieve it’s full potential. http://calrose42.wordpress.com/
Thanks for the advice! I’ll have another look at the themes.
I love your blog exactly the way it is. I wish I could bring some constructive criticism to the table, but I don’t have any. I really like reading your posts and I have zero problem following what you’re writing (even though I have no experience with much of it). I really like that about your blog. It is readable and you direct it towards any kind of audience: newbies and lifers.
Thank you Megan, that’s very kind!
Sorry it fell through for you. Next time the chance comes along you will have a better idea of what to “look” for. I believe the universe gives to chances to learn before you make the jump. (talking from experience here). A friend of mine has a blog you may want to read. She has had a long road to get to her homestead.
http://backyardfarmyard.blogspot.ca/
Considering how many blog hits you have had, don’t change a thing.
Thank you. I’ve added the blog to my reader. I know I have learned from this, and won’t (hopefully) make the same mistakes again.
~The Homesteading Hippy
This is the page where she blogs her quest for her homestead. http://ourpropertysearch.blogspot.ca/
If you don’t make mistakes you never learn but I don’t think you made a mistake about getting excited about having a home.