Transitioning to a New Home

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We are moving.

Farmhouse on Boone

Nov 20, 2024

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Howto & Style

Content creator shares life update about moving

  1. The content creator is sharing a life update on her channel, which is different from her usual content format. She typically shares face-to-camera episodes on her podcast channel, but this video is a personal update.
  2. She expresses nervousness about sharing personal details publicly, as she prefers to keep her private life separate from her online presence. Despite this, she enjoys educating homemakers on various topics like cooking, pantry stocking, and family care.
  3. The creator reassures her audience that her content focus on homemaking, cooking, and decorating will not change despite the personal life update. She plans to continue sharing recipes and homemaking tips.
  4. The main update is that her family is moving, which might surprise long-time followers who have been part of her journey since she lived on Boon Street. She acknowledges the emotional connection her audience has with her home and life story.
  5. She reflects on her journey from Boon Street to a historic farm with a late 1800s farmhouse, barn, and cottages. The audience has witnessed her family's experiences with farm life, including acquiring goats and a dairy cow, and renovating their kitchen.
  6. The creator describes the extensive renovations they made to their home, transforming a '90s kitchen into a farm kitchen with vintage elements. They also added built-ins to the pantry and office space to support her cooking and homemaking activities.
  7. She acknowledges that not all her followers may be interested in her moving update, but she appreciates those who have been invested in her story from the beginning. She has met many followers in real life who have been with her since her early days on Boon Street.

Home needs change with life stages

  1. The speaker discusses the concept of a 'forever home' and expresses skepticism about labeling any home as such due to life's unpredictability. They emphasize the importance of planning with flexibility, acknowledging that life circumstances and family needs change over time.
  2. The speaker reflects on their current home, which they did not expect to be their forever home. They moved there almost six years ago with the primary goal of leaving a busy town environment to provide a safer, more spacious area for their children to play and explore.
  3. Initially, the family lived on a busy street in town with five children. The speaker desired a place where the children could play outside safely without constant supervision, which was challenging in their previous urban setting.
  4. The family's goal was to find a property with a few acres of land for privacy and space for animals, which they eventually found after a long search. They wanted an old farmhouse and were willing to renovate to meet their needs, but budget constraints limited their options.
  5. The speaker recounts the challenges of finding an affordable property that met their criteria, which led them to stay at their previous home longer than planned. They eventually found their current home in 2018 when the market was more favorable.
  6. The speaker appreciates their first home for its convenience during their children's early years, being close to parks and libraries, which was ideal for a young family. However, as their family grew, they needed more outdoor space, leading to their move.

Desire for more land and privacy

  1. The family initially purchased a 7-acre property with a home, valuing privacy and space. They were content with this setup but open to expanding if affordable opportunities arose.
  2. The motivation for moving included the desire for more land, a creek, and increased privacy. Their current location, while private compared to town, was not as secluded as they desired.
  3. Their house was originally part of a larger farm, which was subdivided in the 1980s. This resulted in a neighborhood-like setting with 3-acre lots, contrary to the rural image some might have.
  4. There are limitations on the number of animals they can have on their current property, which is closer to town than many assume, offering both convenience and some privacy.
  5. About three years after moving in, they considered purchasing a nearby farm during a hot market but were outbid. This experience sparked a more serious interest in acquiring more land.
  6. The nearby farm they bid on had an old house and a creek, aligning with their ideal vision, but it was ultimately out of their price range despite offering full price.
  7. The family felt a mix of disappointment and relief when they didn't acquire the other property, as it would have meant leaving a home they had invested in emotionally and physically.

Building a new home with old charm

  1. The author reflects on the dream realized by moving to their current property, which allowed for freedom and self-sufficiency, such as letting children play freely and farming activities like milking a cow and collecting eggs.
  2. Initially, the author struggled with the idea of moving, as their dreams were tied to the current property, but the prospect of a new farm began to change their perspective.
  3. The author and their sister discussed the possibility of building a 'new old home,' a concept of creating a new house with the character and charm of an old one, due to difficulties in finding an affordable old house with desired land.
  4. Despite a love for old houses, the author considered building a new home after failing to find a property that combined both the desired land and an old house.
  5. The author was inspired by a visit to a friend's newly built home, which successfully incorporated character and charm, demonstrating that new homes can also have the desired aesthetic.
  6. The author purchased a book titled 'Creating a New Old House' to gather ideas and inspiration for building a new home with old-world charm.
  7. The decision to move and build a new home was influenced by the realization that the desired country feel could be achieved in a new build, despite the challenges.

Transitioning from old home to new land

  1. The family has sentimental ties to their current home, having raised three children there, but they are excited about the prospect of building a new home on more land.
  2. In the fall of 2023, the family was still uncertain about whether moving was the right decision, as they were torn between investing in their current home and looking for more land.
  3. They began considering the idea of purchasing raw land after realizing that finding an old home with the desired land was unlikely.
  4. By early 2024, they found a property that initially did not impress Luke or the narrator's father, but after visiting it multiple times, they grew to love it.
  5. The family decided to purchase the property in April after seeing it through different seasons and realizing its potential.
  6. The narrator announced the purchase of the new property, sparking questions about whether they would move.

Deciding to sell home for new build project

  1. The narrator initially hesitated to share details about their building plans due to uncertainty and lack of experience in construction. They were unsure whether to start building immediately or wait, and spent time dreaming about the potential layout of the property, including a barn.
  2. Over the summer, they began creating infrastructure on the raw land, such as installing electricity, water, and a driveway. They also worked on the house design, acknowledging that the process would not be quick.
  3. Initially, the narrator and Luke considered keeping their current home as a rental or Airbnb, but realized the maintenance required for a property with a barn and 7 acres would be extensive.
  4. By late summer, they reconsidered keeping the house due to practicality and financial reasons. They decided to sell the house to use the equity for their new build project, opting to buy a smaller house in town that could later serve as a rental.
  5. The decision to sell was also influenced by the difficulty of living in the house during showings and the selling process, which they had experienced before and found challenging.
  6. They explored buying a house in town, finding one with a pool that the narrator loved, but Luke was not interested. They did not tour the house, only drove by, and ultimately did not pursue it.

Purchased a temporary home in town

  1. The narrator and Luke were driving out of town when they noticed a beautiful brick house with a porch. The narrator jokingly mentioned buying it if it were for sale.
  2. A month later, the house unexpectedly went on the market, and Luke reminded the narrator of their previous conversation. They felt it was meant to be and decided to purchase the house.
  3. The couple plans to live temporarily in this town house while they build a new home, despite their initial dream of living in a more rural setting for their children to play freely.
  4. The narrator mentions the challenge of moving back to town, particularly missing the well water they were accustomed to, and introduces Aquasana as a solution for clean, filtered water.
  5. Aquasana provides a filtration system that removes contaminants while retaining essential minerals, offering a healthier water option for the family.
  6. The couple plans to make renovations to the new town house, such as removing carpets and refinishing floors, which has extended their timeline.
  7. Despite delays due to rain, they are set to break ground on their new home soon, with hopes to move in by next summer.
  8. The temporary move is seen as an adventure by their children, adding a positive aspect to the transition.

Renovating with historic elements for authentic charm

  1. The speaker discusses their current living situation, mentioning that they spend a lot of time at the farm but do not plan to live there permanently. The home they are currently in is a temporary residence while they work on building a new house.
  2. The speaker is involved in renovating their current home, including removing carpets and finishing floors. They plan to share a home tour showing the before and after of these renovations.
  3. The speaker is focused on both homemaking in their temporary historic home and updating their new build. They express excitement about sharing the design process and the energy invested in creating a new old house.
  4. The speaker has collected old historic doors and plans to use historically replicated moldings to give the new house an authentic old feel. They aim to source materials from salvage shops to enhance this effect.
  5. The speaker reflects on their current home's character, noting that many features with character were added by them, such as a salvaged sink and oven, a hutch for plates, and built-in office features.
  6. They describe various renovations made to their current home, including adding beadboard and historic tile to the pantry, creating stone pathways, and restoring the barn with salvaged Barnwood.
  7. The speaker plans to incorporate historic elements like pocket doors and a staircase with old-looking spindles into their new house, using woodworking companies to replicate old designs.
  8. They express confidence in their ability to add character to a new house by using the right style, proportions, and materials, drawing from their experience with their current home.

Expanding and building a family legacy

  1. The speaker is excited about the challenge of making their new house look historically accurate, applying their skills to the new property.
  2. The main goal for the new property is to have space for expansion and growth, although the exact plans are not yet determined.
  3. There is a desire to have cattle and possibly sheep, requiring more land to accommodate these animals.
  4. The speaker envisions the property as a legacy, hoping that one of their children might want to farm or build on it in the future.
  5. Acknowledges that mistakes and regrets are part of the building process, but they are ready to move forward with the project.
  6. Expresses gratitude to the audience for following their journey from Boon Street to the new farm.