It’s the last Friday in this house
9 years of adventures here have lead us to a new road
I savor the quiet of this morning
The way the sun fills up the rooms
Shadows from the window panes laid out across my hope chest
Dishes in the sink
Toy cars strewn about
Birds on the feeder outside our back door
The sound of the neighbor’s tractor as he mows
A white cow in the pasture
20 little birds just flew into the back yard, I’m standing at the back door and here they came
Little Bit sleeping in on his last Friday morning in his “will be” old room
Me, in my pajamas, wandering around my house, embracing these moments
That one day I’m going to miss
Unmeasured Journeys 
Where are you moving? Is this the little one’s first move? I recently moved from a flat I lived 9 years at!
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Hi! I’ve missed you! How are the twin??? We were at our home 9 years, too!! This was Little Bit’s 2nd move, but he was 2 the first time. My husband took a job 3 hours east of where we lived. It’s in Missouri, USA. ❤️
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Good luck and I hope you enjoy your new area! 💕 The twins are great, thanks! Learned to walk and point 😁
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Walking?? Wow! Time flies!
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It sure does!!! I keep referring to then as ”babies” and then need to correct myself and say ”boys”!
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I vote: babies!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Ha ha. My baby is 11!
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🤗💕
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oh goodness-how beautiful and moving! video the house for remembrance. and best and beautiful wishes for your new home! love Michele
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One door closes, and another one opens!
Onto new adventures! xo
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Hi sweetheart. Yes ma’am! ❤️ Moving on!
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On to new and even better things, Jessica.
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Hey girl, how are you? Yes, this move is long awaited. Our family will all be under one roof again. We are excited, but we will miss this house. ❤️
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It sounds as though you’re savouring it all Jess. Enjoy it all, a new adventure awaits. Sending you hugs and warmest wishes as you step into this next part of your life xx 💖
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Thank you, Miri. Childhood goes by soooo fast. We moved here when he was 2. Looking forward to our new town, the people are so kind there. Plus, the area there is full of new natural areas to explore. And, my husband will be home for dinner at night!!
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Sounds perfect!
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Moving is always bittersweet, I think. Best of luck in your new home!
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It sure is. But, that’s a good thing, in a way I guess. We’ve been in this house since Little Bit was 2. It’s been a really great home for us. Our next home is going to be really nice, too. It’s a country house with 10 acres. I’ve got big plans for that land, so I’m excited to go. Will just miss this house. Thank you for reading my first poem on my blog. ❤️ And, for your kind words. Hope you are doing well. Fingers crossed for your tooth!
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Thank you! And I’m looking forward to reading about your next home. Ten acres sounds wonderful!
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Thank you so much!
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Wishing you great things in your new home. Hard to pack up the memories, but you can take them with you. <3
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I didn’t think of it like that. I think I’ll “pack” up all my memories as well. Thank you so much!
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Wishing you all well on the next stage of your journey. 🌼
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Thank you so much! I’ll miss our times in this house for sure! We are really looking forward to our new adventures though. ❤️
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Thanks for sharing your last touching moments in your old home. A bit of nostalgia adds depth to your life.
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Thank you. What a lovely thing to say. Nostalgia makes life so meaningful. ❤️
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When we moved four years ago, I told myself that it would be sad to leave if we weren’t looking forward to exciting times ahead. We still miss friends, but we see them every time we go back.
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Good advice. ❤️
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Thinking of you and wishing you the very best with your move. May your home be blessed beyond belief!
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Hi!!! Thank you so very much! We are really getting excited! ❤️
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