Who’d have ever thought I’d own my own home?
We never did when I was married, since we were always moving with my husband in the Air Force.
After my son graduated from high school, so I didn’t have to worry about school district, the time was right, and my Dad gave me a down payment, and I bought a lovely condo.
Earlier, I had put an offer on a condo not nearly as nice, much farther from work and church — but that I thought was the best I’d be able to come up with it. That fell through — at exactly the time this one came open.
When I walked into this home and saw the lake view all across one wall, I was overwhelmed. It was more than I imagined for myself — a gift from God.
The lake outside my windows motivated me to start walking, and that first year, I got my fitness back to a decent level, which my stroke had taken from me.
I regularly see a great blue heron, and there are ever-changing wildflowers by the lake.
I’ve got a balcony with flowers. And a garage. The condo association takes care of the yard work.
I’m surrounded by my books, games and yarn. The things that make me happy. And I’m close enough to church to host a small group in my home.
I can play my music and sing along.
My home is such a blessing.