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It's still sinking in. We bought a new place. The frigid mornings, the hour drive for a hot shower, the constant pulling of a lighter from my pocket for light, they're all distant memories. The list of little conveniences could go and go, but we're finding that our quality of life and overall day to day stability is greatly improved.

It comes at a cost. One that we haven't fully grasped, but as the post purchase high wears off, it's sure to make an impact. There is suddenly more pressure to perform in order to afford, but since most of my time is spent in the same space over and over. It makes sense to have a friendly, predictable, and comfortable space.

There are suddenly big opportunities too. A produce business has been left behind, at our mercy to resurrect. It's an enormous curiousity with potential. One terrific experiement to have a go with and see. Again, priorities have shifted, but I won't complain about that. I feel lucky right now, like somebody has done a great favor for us, but there is a small doubt that insists we will regret this. The money and pressure will come down. That I know very intimitely. But like so often, I'm confronted with the mutual exchange constantly at work prodding us forward. Being rewarded for "doing good" and threatened with punishment for becoming neglectful.

Onward we go to this next great adventure. Oh but the cabin has not left my mind.