Gina's journey

[Gina P]

  Chrissy, I will miss what I have built here in NJ and my friends. But then I remind myself I would have to work another 10 years before I could retire and this place has a lot of emotional baggage attached that I would prefer to leave behind. Makes moving that much easier.
  Davina, if it was that simple I would hire a trailer. I have a 22' trailer that can haul a lot but farm equipment is bulky and takes up a lot of space. Most trips will be with one or two pieces. Good part is I can load the pickup with other stuff like shop equipment or households.
   In other new I welled up a few happy tears yesterday. Much seams to be working out right now. Those who follow me, remember back in march or april, I had ordered a starter for my backhoe that got lost in the mail. Well it showed up. No explanation. The company had sent another one, so unless I hear differently I now have a spare.

[Northern Star Girl]

@Gina P
Dear Gina:
First, I want to say that I am so happy that your surgeries and your wife's eye surgery
were successful...  less to deal with now as your move is underway.

I had mixed feelings and excitement when I relocated so far away to here in Alaska... definitely
a new experience not only because of my relocation and new home and property but also this is
where I came out as Full Time to my small town and started my business here.

I have been enjoying following your retirement, your transition journey and now your
relocation journey.
Congratulations on getting your home sold quickly for the right price and now you have
the journey to your new abode in WV ahead of you.

When is your move-in date in WV? ... and is there a barn and/or a shed
for Dundee your horse?  It is good that there is an abundance of acreage for trail riding.
Horses generally do well when relocating... food, shelter, and loving care from their owner
is usually all that is needed.  Of course your trail rides will be a new experience for you
and for Dundee.

                      Please keep the updates coming.
HUGS, and more HUGS,
Danielle [Northern Star Girl]

[Gina P]

A quick update between runs to WV. The buyer of my house wants everything up to code, which is understandable. Problem is I built 2 buildings without permits. Now I am jumping through hoops to get them legal. I was able to get zoning to approve. Now working through the construction permits. They want detailed drawings, framing, roof pitch, electric plans, etc. I spent all day measuring and drawing yesterday. I hope it meets their requirements. Off to drop them off today.
   The buyers home inspection is today. I'm not worried but one more thing to go through.
   Only one more month till I'm down in WV full time. I still can't believe how different people are there. Everyone still waves as you drive by. Traffic is more polite. I am so looking forward to leaving the hustle and bustle of NJ behind. I did a little crazy move, I purchased a round baler for the new property. I won't need it till next spring but I found a good deal and took it.