March 22 2022
In a world full of flamingos…..be the duck.
Following the ‘status quo’ doesn't put you in a position to shine. It puts you in the position of selling out the unique facets of what makes you….you.
Why would anyone want to set aside their unique gifts to fall in line with the ordinary?
People may judge you for daring to stand alone and walk your own path…but their judgement is simply a reflection of their own struggles trying to figure themselves out. Anyone who spends their time being hurtful or intentionally mean to others….is simply not a happy person. So leave them be, and go on your way.
Take those gifts, those unique qualities you are blessed to have and do something amazing! Make a difference, chase a dream, listen to your heart and pay attention to what makes you smile.
As I begin the journey of building my new corner of the world, I have been ridiculed, made fun of, deemed crazy, and have straight up been told I have no business living in the forests of Idaho.
Every one of those judgements and comments had nothing to do with me…as a person. They had everything to do with the level of unhappiness those people carry around with them.
Its very easy to get drawn into their darkness and feel the need to explain yourself…..but there is no need to explain yourself. Especially to someone who doesn't know you.
Every minute you spend in their world... is one less minute of celebrating in yours. Remember that.
I found a property I fell in love with…..I was told its too far from town and not a safe place to live due to being less accessible.
I bought it anyway.
I designed a home that has stairs, and I was told they will be too challenging as I get older.
I designed the house with stairs anyway.
I was told the 10 acres of land I purchased had been poorly managed and needed too much work for a woman to handle.
I submitted the timber paperwork and forestry report in my name anyway.
I stand at the top of the hill on this property, and the view takes my breath away every single time.
I marvel at the serenity and peace acres of trees can provide. And I catch myself smiling because my heart knows it has found home.
Will this adventure be easy? No.
Will this next chapter be the last? I don’t know.
Will this journey teach me more about myself than any previous ones? Yes.
I spent my life deferring to peoples opinions as if they knew more about what was best for me, than I did. They didn't.
To all those people who said I couldn't, I shouldn’t, and the people who shamed me into a position of apology for daring to think outside the box…..this build is for you. Because I’m taking this all the way.
Don't let anyone define your boundaries.
Be the duck.
But that's just my opinion. :)
