#51 - Watching the sun set through the trees - July 23

I missed daily entries for about 2 weeks. Entry #44 to #55 is out of order, but they will all be posted on the same day. So if you are confused, check the date and that’s probably why.


Monday. The countdown to closing is really and truly on.

We spent more time unpacking today. That’s a bit of a misnomer. It was more like we’re decompressing. After all this time cooped up together in a small space, we’re getting used to having some personal space. The energy that the kids have had cooped up for so long can be dissipated. They really don’t want to leave to go anywhere, they just want to relax and play. It’s freedom for them to go outside and run and play. They are plenty happy now. Once their stuff arrives, things will be better.

I made something for dinner, I don’t recall what. It was good. I ate on the screen porch, watching the sun set through the trees across the meadow. From Spring to Fall here, we have to really look to see our neighbors. The winter will be a different story, but the leafy seasons give us nearly complete privacy. Nobody cares at all if the kids are screaming outside or running around. I don’t have to think about them being in the cul-de-sac and being hit by a car. Because they don’t go that far away.

I love this place.