12/15/14
I would have to say the most common thing I am asked about my new life on the farm is "How do you like it?' and the second most common question is "What is it like?" Well, I like it just fine, and well it is different. I used to live in a very quaint little neighborhood in the middle of a small city. If I needed to go to the grocery store it took me all of three minutes to get there. If I wanted to spend the afternoon at the park with the kiddos and go for a play date it could be done with just a small bit of planning. At times I get lonely, but I'm not exactly sure why. I have my family close by and am surrounded by a great support group near and far.
On the other hand here on the farm, I am free from the traffic and bustle of a city. It is so peaceful to be right in the middle of nature and to hear the birds outside my window (and at times coyotes and other hair raising creatures). It is amazing to see the wildlife from my front door whether a flock of geese, squirrels, pheasant and quail, or even very occasionally a deer or two. It is so fun to watch the boys with the cows, horses, pigs, chickens, and turkeys. (The turkeys are no longer with us since last month at Thanksgiving, but they sure did taste good.)
What do I do on a typical day? Well, my day is almost the same as it was before I moved. It is just a bit different with maybe a thing or two added in. I still juice, coffee break, cook my special meals, and the rest of my schedule. Of course I still run my household and take care of the kiddos too. I still meditate daily, say my prayers, and do affirmations and read or listen to uplifting books. Occasionally, I help out with the pigs, but mostly daddy does that.
So what is different? My oldest is in kindergarten now, and that is sure fun and challenging and amazing to see him grow and just "get" things. To see that light bulb just turn on with understanding is awesome. Kids truly are sponges. We did choose to home school, so that is a bit different, but luckily I have help. My sister with three girls and my brother with one daughter are also doing this. This allows me to teach my subject (Latin!) just two days a week. My sister, her husband, my sister-in-law, and another brother (who kindly volunteers his time) teach the other subjects (reading/language/literature, math, geography, and history/civics). We do school Monday through Thursday and then save Friday as the "Fun Day" with activities that include (but not limited to) art, spirituality, science, cooking, recycling, and more.
Another change for me is that I have started to exercise more than just my gentle yoga and walks. I have now started some heavier cardio like jogging and kickboxing. I don't overdo it, and it feels good to workout and sweat a little bit. I take it easy for the most part and listen well to my body and stop if I need to. Everyday that I work out I can do a couple more minutes easily.
Many ask how my health is, and I have to say that I am great! I feel amazing. I am healthy and free from sickness and bugs. I have good energy when I go to bed on time. My family practice doctor, Dr. R., just saw me last Thursday (after three months since I am doing so well), and he is very pleased. The small growth we have been watching in my armpit for over a year seems smaller! It was the shape of a dumbbell that was standing upright, and on this last visit the lower part had shrunk quite a bit. It moved easily and did not seem to be attached to any underlying tissue. The top part also was improved. It had moved easily in months past, but in the back it still seemed to be slightly attached to the underlying tissue. On this visit he said if it was still attached it seemed so little he could not tell.
It is not all rainbows and butterflies of course (I have some major mood swings and can go from happy to sad to mad to frustrated in about two seconds), but life is good. We are blessed and in a good place. We learn so much from day to day and grow on all levels at an amazing rate. My hubby has a job that supports us (even with the one hour drive there and back), and we have the best support system out here. We have all that we need. Thank you to all of our friends and family everywhere that help us even if it is just with well wishes and prayers. We feel them, and they are appreciated.
On the other hand here on the farm, I am free from the traffic and bustle of a city. It is so peaceful to be right in the middle of nature and to hear the birds outside my window (and at times coyotes and other hair raising creatures). It is amazing to see the wildlife from my front door whether a flock of geese, squirrels, pheasant and quail, or even very occasionally a deer or two. It is so fun to watch the boys with the cows, horses, pigs, chickens, and turkeys. (The turkeys are no longer with us since last month at Thanksgiving, but they sure did taste good.)
What do I do on a typical day? Well, my day is almost the same as it was before I moved. It is just a bit different with maybe a thing or two added in. I still juice, coffee break, cook my special meals, and the rest of my schedule. Of course I still run my household and take care of the kiddos too. I still meditate daily, say my prayers, and do affirmations and read or listen to uplifting books. Occasionally, I help out with the pigs, but mostly daddy does that.
So what is different? My oldest is in kindergarten now, and that is sure fun and challenging and amazing to see him grow and just "get" things. To see that light bulb just turn on with understanding is awesome. Kids truly are sponges. We did choose to home school, so that is a bit different, but luckily I have help. My sister with three girls and my brother with one daughter are also doing this. This allows me to teach my subject (Latin!) just two days a week. My sister, her husband, my sister-in-law, and another brother (who kindly volunteers his time) teach the other subjects (reading/language/literature, math, geography, and history/civics). We do school Monday through Thursday and then save Friday as the "Fun Day" with activities that include (but not limited to) art, spirituality, science, cooking, recycling, and more.
Another change for me is that I have started to exercise more than just my gentle yoga and walks. I have now started some heavier cardio like jogging and kickboxing. I don't overdo it, and it feels good to workout and sweat a little bit. I take it easy for the most part and listen well to my body and stop if I need to. Everyday that I work out I can do a couple more minutes easily.
Many ask how my health is, and I have to say that I am great! I feel amazing. I am healthy and free from sickness and bugs. I have good energy when I go to bed on time. My family practice doctor, Dr. R., just saw me last Thursday (after three months since I am doing so well), and he is very pleased. The small growth we have been watching in my armpit for over a year seems smaller! It was the shape of a dumbbell that was standing upright, and on this last visit the lower part had shrunk quite a bit. It moved easily and did not seem to be attached to any underlying tissue. The top part also was improved. It had moved easily in months past, but in the back it still seemed to be slightly attached to the underlying tissue. On this visit he said if it was still attached it seemed so little he could not tell.
It is not all rainbows and butterflies of course (I have some major mood swings and can go from happy to sad to mad to frustrated in about two seconds), but life is good. We are blessed and in a good place. We learn so much from day to day and grow on all levels at an amazing rate. My hubby has a job that supports us (even with the one hour drive there and back), and we have the best support system out here. We have all that we need. Thank you to all of our friends and family everywhere that help us even if it is just with well wishes and prayers. We feel them, and they are appreciated.
