Moving toward Italy
Moving toward Italy
If you asked me moment to moment about our dreams and how we’re constantly moving toward Italy I would be up and down like a certain little blue train.
It’s the highest highs and the lowest lows. Life often just insists on getting in the way until we take notice.
This is the stage of a renovation when exhaustion sets in and we are in dire need of a restoration ourselves. Last night I was reading the first chapters in Diana Strinati Baur’s new ebook “Your Truth” and I was to tears with recognition. Such a gifted writer, it felt like she had shone a light into my secret hidden thoughts.
During the past month we have regrouped, set dates and the focus has sharpened to a fine point! So now it’s time for us to catch a break, I know the timing is right!
Moving toward Italy – the house renovation in Brighton
The house in Brighton is going back on the market next week.
So much hinges on this sale.
I just know the next owners will love this house and I can’t wait to hand over the keys and head to the airport.
Now it’s time to tidy up for sale. We have moved the double gates from the rear of the house to the front and have put in a new fence to add some extra street appeal.
Moving toward Italy – The block of units project in Scarborough
The block of units project in Scarborough are moving along slowly but surely. The last tenant is in the process of moving out, two units are almost completed and the lower floor exterior and toilet block is painted.
This weekend the electrician is coming to sort out the wiring and then we hand over to the agent to find us some great new tenants.
Two mortgages are a bit tricky especially with the tenants having to vacate so we can finish the renovations but it will be worth it in the end.
When we set ourselves a task it’s always a challenge.
We don’t know the meaning of half measures.
Of course Sam is also working and getting run down and tired as am I, yet we keep moving forward.
A neighbor a few days ago commented “You two really are hard workers” and yes we are!
Sam especially is the driving force, organizing a million different things at once. I often just stand back in awe. On the other hand I am his balance, staying calm (most of the time) and sorting the day to day details of life.
We are like that little engine that could!
And no I am not the caboose!
Within sight of the top of the steep mountain. The momentum is gathering force! Chugging along without pause until we get to the top and fly down the other side.
Wheeeeeeeee!
Oh….. how I can relate to you! On so many levels…. I am just crying looking back over your blog.. because I know someone has walked in my shoes and blazed the trail! Can’t wait to hug you (and I will surely cry then too, I warn you, I’m a big cry baby 🙂 )
I love that book. “I think I can, I think I can.” You two are an incredible couple and I admire you for your energy, passion and determination. It almost jumps out of the page to inspire us all. You Go Girl!!
Trisha without all the positive, wonderful people in our lives who push us forward when we start to slide back down that hill we’d find it a struggle. Those three little words you just said “You Go Girl” make all the difference so thank you xxx
Lisa hold onto the dream and your breath YOU ARE GETTING CLOSER so happy for you and the family what a marathon effort!
Carla xx
Well I always wanted to do a marathon one day, just thought it would be the running kind. I feel like the stadium will rise to it’s feet and cheer when we finally make it to the finishing line….Olympic style. xxx
I hope you get to fly down the other side and wing your way to Italy soon.
such a vivid image!!! xxx
I—think—I—can, I—think—I—can.” It reached the top by drawing on bravery and then went on down the grade, congratulating itself by saying, “I thought I could, I thought I could.” –
Yes I so knew you could……the lines from the book is so suitable for your journey!
I am waiting to hear “YES, the house is sold, and YES we are at the Airport on our way to Italy” I am so happy that everything is falling into place xxx
OMG we are so waiting to get that sold sign on the house! Should be up for sale within the next week, this year has been one trial after another. It seems that just when we think things could get no worse something bigger comes along, you know that feeling I am sure. xxx
Just be who you are and relax. It will come. At least you are pointed in the right direction. But is it not streange how many of us think we belong in a different country, no matter how difficult it is to do?
You are so right Judith, I often ponder that one myself….why this drive to get to Italy when Australia is just so beautiful. I think my heart has always been a traveler, I can’t imagine staying put in one place. Relax…..I feel relaxed just reading the word lol. sending love x
Getting closer Lisa… and all so exciting… Have a wonderful weekend… xv
Thanks so much for that Vicki it is a delight to see you here! You have been a constant and wonderful inspiration, I found Carla and then you and love you both. Hope you have a great week, ciao lisa x
Fantastic Lisa!!! What a team you are, you too. I loved that story as a little girl. I think I can I think I can, I know I can….! And you can!!! A huge in bocca al lupo for the new marketing campaign!!! Ti sto vicino come non mai… Jxxx
Grazie Grazie Janine, wonderful how often childhood stories come into play as an adult. And now I’m sharing them with my own children…priceless! sending love x
Lisa, Yes, you and Sam are co-piloting that train and you are almost over the crest of the mountain…don’t stop now, the finish line is within sight! I am so proud of you and know you are going to make it happen. Hugs. Toni
Oh Toni isn’t it strange that just when the end is in sight is the time when the struggle is the hardest. I can not wait to be able to meet you in person! Thank you for all your support and love it makes all the difference to us, xxx
Live your dream Lisa, I hope they all come true. I think you’re very brave, such a move with your family to the other side of the world. And for me it’s also funny, because I think for the last 7 years I;ve been living your dream renovating an ancient old Borgo in Italy all by ourselves, and my dream would be to ever be able to move to your part of the world.
How funny is that Natasja, at least if you come to Australia we will be able to set you up with lots of friends! Your renovation is stunning, I am in awe! One day all our dreams will come true I’m sure, xxx
I can just admire the strenght and the will you guys have! Such a great couple, great family and great workers! An example of love and passion!
xxoo
Sally
so funny Sally as we are often an example of a couple who want to strangle each other lol…. no matter the turmoil, uncertainty and stress we always know we have each other. Our poor little girl has been telling everyone at school that she is going to Italy for so long now, can’t wait till she can tell them it’s really happening! Can’t wait to give you a big hug in person, xxxx