A good friend of mine recently commented about how she is just feeling like she's settling in to her home, here in Florida. She and her family moved to the area about 4 months after we did. I've been thinking about this lately, but I must admit that I have felt like we were settling in to our lives here in Florida. It wasn't until this final move that I realize that while we're settled -- our friends, daily routines, church, etc. -- we haven't been able to put down roots.
Roots is what we need to put down to help keep us grounded. It's what tells us that we're not moving anymore. That's what I've wanted for my children -- and now it's coming true! We're slowly, but steadily, settling into our new home. We're learning what downsizing means (well, at least I'm trying to learn). Unpacking takes time; time that I don't want to use. I wish I could wiggle my nose, have 1 wish, and it would be finished -- everything have it's own home. Since that will never happen, it's up to me to find everything a new home. The kids are planning out their rooms: layouts, decor, etc. It's fun to watch as they work towards making their rooms theirs.
Roots. What roots do you need to transplant? Which roots do you need to set into place?
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