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This past Friday, Michael worked his last day at the job he has held for 15 years. We made the decision to have him quit so he can move up to the property and expedite the building of our home. It is going to be tough losing his income but we are both in our late 40's and we do not want to wait much longer to make this move happen ( Read more... ) -
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The permit has been approved for the construction trailer. The land has been cleared; just enough for the house and the trailer; most of the forrest was left alone. The trailer is purchased. We have the money in the bank for the well, septic and electric. Michael is mid way into his two weeks notice. He is really quitting his job and moving up to ( Read more... ) -
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I have spent the last couple of years readying myself to drop out. I have become a better gardener. I'm cooking more, with basic ingredients. I am mending torn clothes. I am cutting back on waste and unnecessary spending. We make our own wine. I am recycling broken things, salvaging parts and pieces. I am eliminating clutter and unnecessary ( Read more... ) -
Port Dixie
How does a person with very little savings build a home large enough for a medium sized family without acquiring debt and remain true to some minimal green standards? Shipping containers ( Read more... )
