What a momentous day for you and Laurie.
I look forward to see your new world through your camera lens.

I find these moments in life to be challenging, shall we say. I look forward to see your new photographs as well as watching Shadow and TC in their new surroundings.

rigors of moving and focus on the immediate future. And that's getting us there. Thanks!

I'm glad you have such a rich tapestry of your sweet memories locked into your photos, Alan.

Sending you good vibes for your move & looking forward to glimpses of your new life.

and the hayfield.....

years. But what you posted about the young family who'll be stewards of that land now, when you started posting here again - https://democraticunderground.com/1036143905 - shows you were very careful to sell to the right people.

And you're not moving into a city. You mentioned an acreage - about 9 acres (roughly the area of 3-4 city blocks in size) - which sounds ideal for you, Laurie, Shadow, KC and your two horses. My relatives who have a horse farm are planning a similar downsizing to an acreage someday.

Plus you'll be near Spokane and your family there. I didn't know anything about Spokane, didn't even have a rough idea of how large a city it is, but I've been reading about it and it sounds like a lovely city to be near - large enough to offer a lot, yet small enough to feel comfortable, manageable to get around in. And only a few hours from your farm via interstate, so visiting old friends and them coming to visit you won't be difficult.

A lot of positives there.

in your life. I enjoyed this last look around. Thanks, Allan.

A glimpse back into your home of many years and events.

I hope your move goes easily and that you'll settle into your new place. May it bring you joy!

and protect you, Laurie, Shadow, and KC on your journey.

I especially love the one of the hayfield with Shadow!

Love the cows, too. What can I say, I'm a sucker for critters!

(I was going to say all the suckers they can get, but that doesn't sound so good . . .)