Yesterday was my last day at work. I've officially retired as of yesterday. I have been with the company for nine years! It really was a good fit for me. I was competent and I was a resource for others. I liked that feeling. I'm sad to let that go.
My new chapter will begin in Asheville in mid-January. This is the fourth time I've moved in January in five years! I've tried to downsize my stuff each time. But I'm always overwhelmed when it's time to pack up and move again.
We bought the house Asheville house in the Fall. I hope to be finished with moving after this one. Owning a house again is big. I had said I didn't want to own again. My last house was just too big to make sense. When I left the last house I began apartment living in earnest. Each apartment I've lived in has been new with beautiful new appliances and lovely finishes. My favorite thing in all of the apartments has been the porches. I've made sure each porch has faced east, where the sun rises and slowly heats up while providing so much light!
I said I wouldn't own again, but things changed. This is house everything I've always wanted but thought I'd never have. Our small cottage (962 SF) was built in 1927. It's in an area of Asheville that includes older houses, most have had some updating and new infill homes. The new infill homes are larger with modern architectural detailing. The neighborhood is eclectic.
Here's a sneak peek at the charmer. There are many more pics to come.
