Hey there, awesome readers!
If you’re around my age, you may relate. If you’re not around my age, it’s either too early or too late. And since I’m always early and don’t believe anything is ever too late, you can disregard what I just said.
What am I talking about? I’m talking about living the dream.
I’ve always loved old houses. Especially old houses in the countryside, where the sun is sunnier and the crickets are cricketier. Well here I am, age 50, and I’m finally living in an old house in the country.
For me, old houses are a blend of charm and nearly forgotten secrets. Country is a place where peace of mind whispers glimpses of who you used to be. And even gives you a chance to see if you still fit shadows of youthful dreams.
Combined, these make the perfect setting and here are a few pics to prove it.







So there you have it … my views … my dream … my home.
And as it turns out, 50 is never too late.
Love it all….except the fly paper.
I admire your commitment to country living. Even going as far as catching your own breakfast! Kudos! 😛
Your astuteness astounds me, Leona 🙂
Both of my homes have been very old houses that I’ve restored. Old, tired houses are labors of love that bring us great joy and a sense of satisfaction that we’ve transformed them as much as they’ve transformed us.
A labour of love, indeed!
Chère Mona! C’est une deuxième et une troisième vie que tu donnes à la maison de mes parents, à la maison de mon enfance. Mes parents y ont vécu pendant plus de 43 ans, ils ont élevés 4 filles, travaillé fort sur la ferme pour y vivre et l’ont bien entretenu jusqu’à ton arrivée. Le 14 juin a été un grand jour, pour toi et pour nous, la famille Gratton. Je te lis souvent et te savoir si heureuse dans cette maison est certainement le plus beau cadeau. Je te souhaite des années de bonheur dans cette maison et un grand succès avec ton livre!
Merci, France! I feel very honoured to be giving your childhood home another life. Growing up here must have been beautiful. One of the things that I appreciate about this old house is that it was loved 🙂
Lovely! Felicitations!
Merci, Priscilla!