When we were newlyweds we often spoke of growing old together and how idyllic it will be. Well, I am NOT old and Dave is seven years younger than NOT old, so how is it that we are facing this idyll so soon? Just lucky I guess.
Some folks might feel bad that it was illness that caused all this to happen earlier than expected. But not Dave. He is so thankful to be able to retire early and enjoy this new adventure while he still has his youth. And I am equally thankful to be able to afford to retire myself, and be able to afford this cute cottage. Just call me Mary Englebreit.
We have named the ducks Ruthie and Dick after Dave's parents. Well, we have no kids to name after them!
And the roosters are named Bruce and Cary after my brothers. Both sets are big talkers.
PS. I am not looking for a place to unload my used hand knit socks. Ha! I was looking to unload old tube socks and the like. And recently I found a good home, so nevermind.
You are a lucky woman... in so very many ways. Enjoy your critters and your "cozy spot!" You really need some hens to go with those two roosters, y'know! ;0)
ReplyDeleteWow -- what a great spot. Enjoy the new adventure!
ReplyDeleteOne is never too young - nor too old - to enjoy life. The only requirement to retirement is that we need to enjoy it !
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful spot !
Are you there already?
ReplyDeleteMiss Mel, I hope you have some frogs around and some fish for all that water as mosquitoes might be your bane!
ReplyDeleteWe worried that mosquitos might be a problem, but the ducks, roosters, fish and frogs don't agree with us. They would like more please. Slurp.
ReplyDeleteI think you may need to reconsider the names for the roosters. And get some hens!
ReplyDeleteWhat I'd give for a patch of lush green grass. What the drought hasn't wiped out, the recent freezing frosty mornings has burnt off. I'm not complaining. I'll just go out and smell my beautiful roses that have just opened. Enjoy your patch of heaven and I look forward to viewing more photos of your beautiful new home.
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