I am living the dream, we have been living in ur new home for the past two weeks and loving it. We had an amazing trip to Florida which I will share at a later date. The phone and internet were connected yesterday so I will catch up with you all as soon as I can. We drove up through the night enabling us to catch the first ferry out from Ullapool. With hindsight it is not something we would do again we missed out so much on the beautiful views driving through the stunning landscapes at night. It was breath taking getting our first glimpse of Ullapool despite the dreary weather. The sea looked rather choppy but we coped quite well. The dog was on his best behaviour thank goodness, I think he was just pleased to be back with us.
The ferry trip took two and half hours but passed really quickly as we chatted to other dog owners in the dog lounge.
We have moved into our little croft cottage and are now making it feel like home, a little bit at a time. We have some wonderful neighbours who have made us feel most welcome, bringing us soup and scones on our first day and an abundance of coffee and biscuits. We both feel at peace and settled. Our nearest neighbours and view from our windows are a delight.
Mickey, the dog struggled a little for the first couple of days but is now quite happy to ignore them. We are blessed with some beautiful views and are looking forward to exploring the Island. There have been a few issues, it hasn't all been plain sailing. There was no oil and then a problem with the boiler, electric power cuts and a leaking sink. Despite it all we are happy and settling in well.
The view from the bedroom window, on the ground floor a huge bonus for Gerard not having to climb the stairs.
The outbuilding is enormous and will be a mammoth task, but we have great plans to convert it to a craft room for me, a workshop for Gerard and then around the back a potting shed and indoor garden. We are excited about the project but will get the house sorted first and enjoy our surroundings for awhile.
I will update you as we progress with our Hebridean adventure. I thank you all for your comments on previous posts and emails I will get back to you as soon as I can. Looking forward to catching up. See you soon.
Oh my! I have been looking out for your first post from Lewis. I am SOOO excited for you. Just because it was not meant to be for us I am sure it is your dream and I wish you and Gerard all the luck in the world. My heart skipped a beat as I looked at the photos of Stornoway and I still think of our trip when I see it on the weather map. Where abouts on the island are you living? the barn is a beast and will be so very useful for all your doings. Looking forward to seeing your progress.x
ReplyDeleteI enjoy Your blog, sorry waiting in english is a bit more difficult than talking.
ReplyDeleteFinally you can start a New life, the few is beautiful,and its gonna be alright,take Your time and we Will see Your progress, love from the dutchies xxx
I've been looking forward to an update from you. I'm so pleased it's all finally working out and you are settling into your new home. The views are incredible and it seems like you have some wonderful neighbours. A perfect start. X
ReplyDeleteOh my days......it looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteI am so looking forward to your posts showing how you turn your house into a home and I wish you every happiness as you settle there-x-
I am so happy to see you again it looks and sounds amazing I look forward to hearing more x
ReplyDeleteoh I cannot wait to hear more and more and more!!! what a fun adventure!
ReplyDeleteI am happy to know that you have moved into your new home and is now enjoying it. Friendly and wonderful neighbours are so important. I am looking forward to your post revealing you new home. Have a beautiful day!
ReplyDeleteThat barn is unbelievable! How beautiful! I am so excited for you. Not many folks have the courage to pack up and go for their dream. I am looking forward to hearing more. Good to hear from you again!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting! A bedroom on the ground floor is great, we hardly go upstairs in our house any more. Can't wait for more pictures.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful, I'm excited to hear your tales. Really lovely to see you pop up on my feed today.
ReplyDeleteThe views and the wide open spaces are beautiful . . . and your out building, the possibilities are endless. I love that it is stone, so lovely. Well, here's to a new adventure. May your new home bring with it joys that you never imagined.
ReplyDeleteHave a glorious weekend.
Connie :)
Phew! Glad that you are there living your dream. Thanks so much for being in touch. Your neighbors sound fabulous. 🍪☕️
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your update and know that all's going well. Looking forward to hearing more about your new adventures now.
ReplyDeleteI missed you here, good to see you. I am really happy to hear that your adventure got of to a good start xx
ReplyDeleteI'm excited to read this update. Your wonderful adventure is beginning well - a few rocky places that you've coped well with. Looking forward to more stories from Lewis.
ReplyDeleteIt was so good to see your blog post today. How exciting! I've been waiting to see where you moving to and it looks like a wonderful place. Love your new "neighbors" and I'm looking forward to reading more about your life there.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Betsy
I checked your blog yesterday to see if you were back and today here you are! Best wishes in your new life.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your dream move , How exciting for you , I am so looking forward seeing your your progress xxx
ReplyDeleteGlad that you are getting settled into your new home, as are we!!
ReplyDeleteI had been thinking about you recently so it is so pleasing to hear you are in your new home and getting settled. I hope you are both well and best wishes for your new life and all the adventures to come. Looking forward to hearing all about them.
ReplyDeleteIt must be great to feel like you have finally achieved your dream - Now you just have to live and enjoy every moment. Jo x
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting to hear! And it is wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! Sheep for neighbors, neighbors bringing scones and soup, what could be more picturesque. You must feel you are in heaven. I hope you enjoy every minute of your new life.
ReplyDeleteHow amazing, I've been wondering how you were getting along, it sounds breathtaking xx
ReplyDeleteSo happy you made it safely through the night but man, you missed some pretty scenery I bet. Maybe next time.
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ReplyDeleteI have been thing about you!
So happy for you!!!
It is beautiful...
I would love to live there!
Enjoy!
I'm glad you had time to let us know how things are going. We're all rooting for you!! Blessings, GM
ReplyDeleteIt has been a joy to catch up with your news since the end of January! I am so impressed with all you have accomplished over the last few months in spite of having flu for a week [so sorry you did]. Honey's quilt and the one you made for your daughter's friend are beautiful and the towels and washcloths you made are lovely. I look forward to learning about your FL trip and seeing more of your settling in your wonderful new home. I have been slow getting back into posting and catching up with others' news, but am thrilled to realize after reading your posts that I can type, "Welcome Home!" xx
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited about your new home! Your outbuilding is so cool with the stone and all.. in fact would make a nice home! I was sad that you didn't put a photo of your cottage, and hope you do in the next post. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteIt's good to hear from you again. I'm happy you're in your "new" home. Glad there's nice neighbors and looking forward to your cottage photo soon! Outbuilding looks interesting too. Take care and don't overdo the unpacking! Hugs and blessings!
ReplyDeleteI was wondering how you were getting along in your new home. I'm so glad you have finally arrived and are settling in. I look forward to reading more as your adventures begin:)
ReplyDeleteGlad your visit to the states was good. We're in a period of flux right now and one never knows what you'll run into these days. Your countryside looks so tranquil and just so healthy looking. Tho one is left wondering why the colorful red lines on the sheep?
ReplyDeleteHave fun !!!
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Anna
So pleased you are settling in. It must be a wonderful to live in such a beautiful place. I look forward to reading about your adventures. Good luck :). B x
ReplyDeleteI'm only catching up with lots of blogging friends myself, and enjoyed seeing that you have now moved to your new home! I love your new woolly neighbours ;) and that outbuilding is full of charm. What a fun adventure to clean that up for some good use. Hugs to you in your new abode,
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Glad you are getting settle and can visit.. can't wait to see more. With love Janice
ReplyDeleteCongratulations of your new home.. love all the pictures.. the outhouse has lot of potential.. waiting see how you covert it into a craft space..
ReplyDeleteI don't know how I missed this first post! Much excitement and settling in over the next few weeks and months, but all sounds so good so far.
ReplyDeleteOh my...those wide open views are amazing! Love those cute, furry neighbors of yours too!
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