Mrs Blue Sky Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I have been keeping myself to myself for ages - in case I jinxed our plans - but I don't need to keep the secret anymore - yesterday we exchanged contracts on a smallholding in Devon and are due to move on 14th August! How amazing is that? I keep pinching myself, but apparently am awake and it is true! We have a farmhouse for me, Mr Blue Sky and our three fluffy little clouds, a two bedroom cottage for my Mum and Dad just across the farmyard, more stables, barns and outbuildings than you can shake a stick at, a manege (eh? sp) for pony bothering, and eight green and shaggy acres. I am BESIDE myself! This has been our five-year plan for longer than five years; we kept waiting for the right time (which has never come) and decided that this year it has to happen, come what may. My mum and dad aren't getting any younger (nor me for that matter) and my dad is frail with Parkinsons, so we can't wait any longer. The children will go to the local primary school where they will make the numbers up to 41, I will grow some veg - hopefully rather a lot of veg in fact - and Mr BS will have fun investigating various green projects that have been preoccupying him for ages. He is already in character, and has gone Country by growing a beard (is it compulsory? If so I will cultivate mine ha ha) and I am having a lot of fun at his expense with jokes about Tramps and Sleeping in Hedges. Anyway I won't go on - just wanted to shout from the rooftops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riane Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 That is really wonderful....well done you...dreams do come true! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 That sounds sooo lovely Heather *gazes dreamily* I hope that it alll goes well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolinep Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Wow Thats fantastic!!! A real dream come true for you and your family Many congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Oh fantastic ! Congratulations. I'm so chuffed for you all . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChicken04x Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 WELLDONE!!!! it sounds amazing!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 FANTASTIC. Congratulations. Will you be doing B&B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starboyhull Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Congratulations, sounds really nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Oh you lucky,lucky things! Where in Devon is it? Any chance of some piccys? It all sounds wonderful & I am really jealous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Fantastic news Mrs Blue Sky It sounds ideal. I'm glad all your plans have worked out for you You'll have to keep us all up to date on how it all works out Don't forget some pics Congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenlass Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Oh fantastic....lucky you!! would love to see some piccies if you have now it is all signed and sealed [don't blame you for not wanting to jinx it]. Gosh I'm jealous...Devon is such a lovely part of the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronze Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 doh I am so slow I saw your husbands post on INEBG and have only just put two and two together. As I said to him I look forward to seeing pics and hearing news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 OMG! I am so pleased for you! Hip Hip Hurray!! You must be feeling over the moon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 that's FANTABBYTOULY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 congratulations, and well done for following your dream - it sounds wonderful. Was watching 'Build a New Life in The Country -was it worth it' last night - and the conclusion of the couple in that episode was yes, it definitely was! bet your chickens can't wait, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 That's great news Mrs Bluesky - am ever so slightly green, but VERY pleased for you and your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Congratulations Heather the small holding sounds lovely.............I don't think you will need to grow a beard I would just let hubby cultivate his.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nina Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Sounds fab. . . Given me hope, as you have acheived my dream. How wonderful, I am positive you will be very happy there. (Good life theme tune) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 wow, how wonderful - a major adventure I am REALLY jealous - but sooooooo impressed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 That sounds absolutely wonderful. I am totally Good luck with your new adventure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy C Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Congratulations Mrs Blue Sky and family. We will look forward to hearing about your progress. How many chickens will you be able have now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickpea Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 That's fantastic! Just what I hope to achieve a few years down the line! Let us know how you get on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P&P Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Sounds brilliant!! Good luck with the move, and make sure you keep us updated on how it all goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 Great news, can't say as I'm jealous one little bit, but I'd be fibbing not to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura007 Posted July 28, 2007 Share Posted July 28, 2007 sounds great, paul is very jealous and i can see us gatecrashing in september when we come to devon and cornwall. paul has been eying up land for the goat he wants. still looking, but one day.................................... brilliant for you and your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...