Recently, my husband started a new job in Franklin, TN. So he, our 3 kids, and myself, left San Antonio, TX to live on 15 acres in the town of Hampshire. Autumn Farm is the name we decided on for our home, because a simple number address just wasn't enough for our little place in the country. We live in a small, 3 bedroom "fixer upper is an understatement" home. Having moved from a 4 bedroom 3200 sq. foot home in a gated community to rural America has been a bit of a shock to this born and raised city girl. I often compare my life to the Green Acres television show.
So many things have changed since moving. Eating out happens maybe once a week, not only due to the fact that just the nearest McDonalds is over 20 minutes away, but also because I prefer to cook now that I really have nothing else to do. My cell phone is obsolete. I have to drive 20 minutes into town to get a data connection, and I really only have 1 bar living on this hill! Cable? No. Satellite is the only option. High speed internet? No again. I have to cancel Netflix because it would take over an hour to download a "watch instantly" movie! We do have electricity and running city water, so I guess it's not all bad.
I don't worry about having a clean vehicle anymore. I have a gravel driveway, so I pretty much have resigned to the fact that the inside and outside of my van will always be dirty. I love shoes, but I think I may have to just invest in a really great, durable pair of work boots instead of fantastic looking heels. In fact, the entire family will be taking a trip this fall to the nearest Tractor Supply Company for boots to get us through the winter! I have NEVER set foot in a TSC, but I think it may be the next Target for me.
The major issue for me since moving though is the bugs. I don't do bugs. Not even cute little red spotted lady bugs. So the first time I had to go up against a large spider, I had to take a swig of wine afterwards to calm myself. No kidding, it was him or me. The spider was above the front door in the living room and if I didn't take it out, I wouldn't be able to sleep at night knowing it was creeping around my home. So, I grabbed the largest shoe I could find (my husband's, of course-I don't want spider guts on my shoes!) and took a good whack at it, just knocking it down, almost landing in my face. I got it the second time, but I will never forget the crunch it made on impact. I know, it's crazy, but I was shaking after that so what better excuse to have a drink of wine in the middle of the afternoon than to calm your nerves from a big spider kill?
Anyway, I have to admit I am pretty happy here. The people are real and friendly, the scenery beautiful, and the atmosphere quiet is relaxing. So, I hope to keep my friends and family up to date and entertained with the country life we have chosen. It's all new territory for me, but I think I will fit in fine, just minus the bib overalls and twangy accent.
Til next time y'all!
Great idea Kelly. Keep as much details coming. it's the little things that we all forget and what's perfect for a blog. But, um we need pictures please and embarrassing stories of you guys fixing up your house would be great!! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great introduction to country living! I wish you guys the best!! Say Hi to Eric for me.
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