Oh yes it is sad to put all of that time and effort into writing a blog just to see it descend down past other blogs until it vanishes to the second page, out of sight and out of mind. Hopefully my comment along with the others will help keep your blog within view of additional readers for just a little while.
I can very well empathize with your fear of heights because that is a fear of mine as well. Especially when there are openings through which one might actually fall as opposed to being in something such as a building surrounded by solid walls and windows which would keep you from falling.
It sounds like the panoramic view would have been spectacular from the trestle and would have resulted in some great photos.
I know that when I started the next phase of my life, meaning retirement, I was a little apprehensive. It was a pleasant surprise to see how quickly I adjusted. I wish my parents were still alive so I could enjoy their company now that I have the free time to do so. You have planned ahead very well and I know you are going to really love being in such close proximity to your family.
I would have done the same thing Imp. I would not have been familiar with the meaning of the interactions the geese were having with one another and would have been fascinated in just watching what was going on. Great blog.
Funny to watch. I think we have all run into that type of person who while not being the mean spirited sort still did not have self awareness enough to realize that their personality traits were a bit off putting.
Interrupted sleep and not being able to get back to sleep has plagued me for years. It really took a toll on me when I was working and had to adhere to a strict schedule. I always attributed that to stress because during the times I can't go back to sleep my mind is racing about something. Now that I am retired it doesn't matter nearly as much because if I can't get back to sleep I just get up and do whatever I please until I get sleepy again.
As always a great blog. Your community and ranch home sounds wonderful and as you write about the surrounding areas it makes one feel as if they are right along beside you on your bike and photo excursions.
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Oh yes it is sad to put all of that time and effort into writing a blog just to see it descend down past other blogs until it vanishes to the second page, out of sight and out of mind. Hopefully my comment along with the others will help keep your blog within view of additional readers for just a little while.