It came right down to the wire but WE Pulled it off. Literally, the last plant was planted as the first guest arrived - thanks to Mike, Dudley, Tim and Juan (who may get the trophy for best party guest ever). The house, backyard and pool are finished...And we got to howl with our friends and family. It has been intense, painful, rewarding and one of those things, that honestly, I can say I never want to do again. As I said to many well-wishers on Saturday, every single detail of our house was debated and agreed upon by Mike and I. Seriously, down to the toilet paper holders. The overwhelming consideration for Mike and I was always: "How will it be when we have our friends and family over". Thanks to everyone for your advice, support, and patience with Mike and I these past couple of years. You made this project meaningful and Our house and hearts welcome you at any time. We are now moving into the slow lane for a mile or so...and even went fishing on Wednesday...
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Friday, July 6, 2007
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No Fear
Ojai is known for its Pink Moment when at Sunset the sky turns mauve and pink over the Topa Topa mountains. Even better than Sunset is watching the moon rise over the Valley, a truly breathtaking view. A full moon over the Valley is magic and is asbolutely my favorite view. One of these days I'm going to have a "Howl at the Moon Party". Its on my short list - golf is on the long list.
As a child growing up on a large avocado ranch, I remember space, free time and privacy around me. Being able to get lost in the trees, finding a path overgrown by vines and creating a secret place where my sisters and I could play with our avocado leaf money and our water color make-up for an entire day and no one was worried. No people, lots of imagination, a trust in ourselves and a pace and innocence that most of us have forgotten.
Fear is so alive in today's World. Our greatest challenge is to live a life without fear. To openly love. To openly accept love. To embrace life with intent and without reservation.
No fear.
Nike had it right.
Howl at the Moon
No Fear
Dream House
Not a Nightmare - I swear!
Dreams vs. Nightmares
I'm not saying I'm actually remorseful - that would sound spoiled. But I really am wondering what possessed Mike and I to give up an apartment in Carpinteria on the beach and a house in Ojai with a pool for a 2 acre piece of dirt with "Life Long Project" written all over it. Its easy - the answer is Dreams. You have to have them. What would we have done if we could only fish and kayak on the weekends instead of backhoe, plaster and paint? This will be OUR home with new memories and stories. Fishing can be for weekends. It isn't a nightmare...do I sound convincing?
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