I started to cry when you said "it isn't enough to just get up every day and go through the motions, you need to love life and live it"..... I'm 61 and have been going through a hard time... I gave up my home and my marriage because it was very emotionally abusive.. now I am alone, and every day is a struggle. Your words have encouraged me to not give up....xo..still crying..
Oh I am so touched by your words...Oh Peggy I know how hard it is to go through a divorce...and I am so happy you you got away from an abusive marriage. You are now free and can have the life you always dreamed of. After my divorce, I felt so down and I struggled for such a long time. I started to get better when I felt I had a reason to get up every day...I found new friends and new hobbies...I started to have a new sense of " home" even though it was a tiny one-bedroom place...it was mine and I loved it. And when I got up in the morning, nobody was hurting me...and slowly...I started to heal. There was a new life just waiting for me...I just had to find the strength to see it and feel it...and tap into the desire to want to take care of it. Please, if you have time, let us know how you are! Sending you lots of love and prayers, Susan & Desi
@@LittlePoet thank you for your kind words and offering of hope.. for taking the time to respond. It would be a dream come true for me to someday have a beautiful little brick "cottage" with a overflowing garden oasis. I'm so proud of you. I have a friend who lives in Escanaba...if I ever visit Michigan, I would love to meet you..xo Of course, I would have to bring my "Beau" ... he's my little Desi, and has literally, saved me through all of this.. love to you 🥰
You have found the right community! We are here for eachother...you will see ...one day you will wake up, and it still may hurt, but it just wont matter as much! Between This chanel and Mel Robbins, I have even more support that some of my friends! Just find something you LOVE TO DO... and pour yourself into it! It will make everything easier. Praying for you! Find an in person community as well in a faith community, or a local charity. In giving of yourself you will receive and heal!💗🎉 and get a pet!!!🐾
Congratulations!! I hope this is seen by all so they can buy a home. When I was 30 I was a mother of three, and saved my income tax return for about three or four years. I found a house for 87k in California. I purchased it, and people were shocked that as a single mom with not even a high paying job saved to buy my own home. That was the best investment ever! I sold it later and made a profit and later sold that property and made a bigger profit. I remarried and we bought a really nice home with both of our profits from our homes. We moved to an area that was my dream, in a very nice neighborhood. Yes dreams do come true!
Dreams do come true. I discovered your amazing channel a couple of days ago. I'm totally uplifted. And all the comments from all the others in the same boat...we can and will make it😊
It makes me sad that people are so intrusive. It's absolutely no one's business about your finances. You are truly a remarkable woman to be so eloquent about it and brave to share. You are so inspiring to me. I'm 51 and starting over, thank you for being you❤ ❤
There is no way I can convey how much I loved this video, Susie. YOU DID IT! I am cheering you, and Desi along every single step of the way. What a wonderful adventure for all of us. So happy you found your perfect home. Love to you and The Dez...Mimi
I am so beyond happy for you. My first husband, the father of my boys and I bought a tiny home the first year we were married in 1970. It was only a one bedroom with an enclosed in back porch. Our best friends had lived there for 10 years and we adored this tiny home and with our meager savings we bought it for $12,900. Through the years we turned the back porch into another bedroom for our boys who we had in 1974 and then in 1979. In 1983 tragedy struck when my husband that I adored told me he " Loved me but was no longer in love with me". He refused counseling and after his 2 year affair he married the "other" woman and we had been divorced for sometime, me holding on to our dissolving marriage by a thread. Long story....he traded his half of the house for never receiving a penny if any future retirement funds. We lived just the boys and I, me saving every penny and added a. Bathroom a closet and another screened in room which gave both boys their privacy. Many years later when a remarried to a wonderful devoted man with six children I had moved into his much larger home......but wait theirs good news. After saving every penny he could.... my youngest son bought the tiny house and now it was his. He has now been married for three years and he and his wife are very happy their. They have made it the most beautiful tiny COTTEGE with the most fantastic landscaped yard. He is 44 now and so very happy there. So the tiny house served us very well. It's an enchanted piece of memories and we all still love it so much. Even though it is no longer mine it still in the family. God Bless you... And may your tiny house bring you all the joy that mine brought me. Love from Debbie and Dexter-Dog my sweet rescued tiny Chihuahua companion living a quiet crafty life in southern California.🙏🙏🙋👍👍🐾💞🏠✝️🇺🇸
I too struggled for years to have my own little house. Too long a story and too much heartache but I finally made it. Even though I sometimes wish it had happened when my son was a boy and life would have been a lot better for both of us. Now my son lives in another country and I had to move miles away from my birthplace but at age 77 I’m now secure in my own little house. Sending all the best vibes from Ireland. 🌈☘️
Susan, don't listen to the doubters. My 76 year old sister lived in an assisted living facility with her older husband. They were in lockdown for 2 years during covid. When he passed she decided she'd had enough of the place and wanted to buy a condo to get her freedoms back. Her friends(?) who also lived there said "at your age?" "You're just going to end up back here!". I told her not to listen to them, they likely didn't have the courage and were jealous. I said even if you find that 5, 7 or however many years you can live on your own, they will be happy years. So very happy for you Susan.
Wow I just noticed you hit 100,000 subscribers! Congratulations 🎉 I am so glad you decided to start this channel all those years ago! You are such a gift.
We are survivors. I worked hard but as a single mom I never had money for a home and never got any help getting one. I started with a Fannie Mae loan and put $3,000. down on a condo, selling it 10 years later for a nice profit. Most friends and family couldn’t understand when I bought a big new 4 bedroom home in a with a big yard. Oh well! I’m now 75 and my beloved dog is almost 13. Ha! We are happy! I love my big yard and have planted fruit trees and a garden. I love watching all the decorating shows on you tube for idea and Linda Vader is a favorite for garden ideas. Be happy. Life is short, so do whatever you want in deep gratitude.
There are two things I look forward to seeing in your new home: seeing you planting in your garden & watching Desi run in circles in his own back yard! What an inspiration you are to us. Congratulations Susan!
If we weren't meant to manifest it, we wouldn't dream it. Every wonderful thing I manifested, I dreamt of first. Unfortunately, the same is true for the negative things I gave energy to. When I was a very young girl living in Chicago, I dreamt of living in a white apartment building with a pool. I now live in the first floor unit of a white "villa," which is surrounded by palm trees, arika, monstera, ginger bushes, ferns, and mahogany trees. The pool is a mere 200-300 feet away from my front entrance. I'm so grateful to my inner child for that vision!
I think your explanation of how you made this home purchase a reality will give countless people hope for themselves too! Thanks for sharing your strategies, Susan. I’m glad your son nudged you into action; it’s almost like thrifting, if you don’t buy what you want when you first see it, you’ll miss out! Happy moving week!
I watch a real estate channel and apparently there are some new programs coming out that might help folks with a tight budget or lower scores....not sure when they will be out or advertised but something to watch for if thinking of buying down the road.
I love that you are taking us with you on this adventure. We moved into our home when I was 68. We built this house and our goal was to be able to keep our horses on our property instead of boarding and to be completely debt free. We did that. ❤❤
Owned 3 homes in my lifetime, and worked my whole life. Marriage broke up, I wasn't working so no income except for husband's retirement, but had money from the sale of the house. God dropped my new house in my lap, I got approved for a mortgage by a new lender, bid on and won the house. Paperwork went to the underwriters, who denied my mortgage! I had cash but not enough to buy house outright. Found a small retirement account that was losing money, cashed it in and then had enough money to pay cash for the house with only $868.00 left to my name! God provided jobs for me, sometime 3 at the same time, and I was able to save money and pay all expenses until I myself retired and began a pension and SS. God got me through my tribulation and has blessed me non-stop since.
Hal is a very special man. Your family is blessed to have him in your lives. He obviously cares a great deal about you and your happiness. I hope he can visit frequently.I can't wait to see Desi enjoying that yard.
I'm so happy that you got your house. You bring a lot of joy to us ladies of a certain age. You deserve good things to happen to you. And I think Desi is the most adorable little dog.
So happy for you Susan! I paid off my house last month and am now debt free. My next goal in life is to maintain my health, travel, build better relationships with family and friends and live life to the fullest.
So happy for you and dessie .you deserve this new home. I am in total mess with myself and home.. it's all too much I need so many things replaced and fixed up but ,I just can't seem to move forward .it upsets me every day . Iits not rite I know. Like most girls I've had trauma in past too you inspire and bless us all 💗💗 be happy Susan ,hugs to little dessie he will be bouncing 🐾🌹🌹 I'm 69 ,, and not as moile now
I'm looking forward to watching Dezi when he's out in his own back yard running around with the wind in his face. This will be a happy time for him also! Glad Hal will still be around. I like the way he tell's it like it is!
Dear Susan, thank you for deciding to stay with us these weeks. I’m no professional interior decorator and the truth is I don’t want to be. You ask about the lamp over your dinning room table. One of the things I love about you and your style, is that you surround yourself with meaningful things you love. Please continue being authentic and natural in your new home. Buy the lamp you love. ❤️ Love from Costa Rica. 🙏🏼🏡🇨🇷
Thank you for talking about your life & as a 58 year old now new grandmother & how I fit in & own my life in contentment without guilt you help me with this ❤
Thank you for being the INSPIRATION you are to us Susan❣️ Although I turned 60 this year, I feel my life is really just beginning. It’s taken me 5 years to recover from a psychologically abusive marriage. However I feel an excitement and anticipation such as I’ve never known before. Your authenticity and sweet spirit does SO MUCH GOOD for us gals of a certain age who find ourselves starting over. We are all looking forward to sharing this next part of your journey with you. Much ❤️ and heartfelt 🙏 as you and your darling Desi move into your BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME this week!!!!🏡
I can relate to this, Trina. I am still working on healing from a marriage to a very destructive narcissist...raising a child and working full time. I'm just starting to see a fresh path and thinking about the future and getting a twinkle of excitement after so long of not having that spark. Blessings to you!
Oh Trina and Cynthia, I, too, still suffer the after effects of living with a malignant narcissist. He finally divorced me after 3O years, I was 62 and devastated. I had to give up my home and beloved garden, friends and job to move out of state to be closer to my son and DIL and 3 grandsons. Then I got scammed out of the money I made on the house, my life savings…so I work part time in retail and hate it, but I remain positive and optimistic because of Susan and Desi, and soul sisters like you! Thank you from my heart for reminding me that courage and God’s Plan can take me far-maybe I’ll own a home again some day. God bless us all💜🌷💕🌸🙏
@@CynthiaAva I am thrilled to hear this for you❣️ There is LIFE after the death of a thousand cuts of a narcissist 🙌 It takes time, intention and the GRACE of God to get us to the other side. I’ll be praying for you 🙏 ~ BLESSINGS right backat’cha sweet sister!!! 😘
Hello Susan, you are every woman’s story either we wish we had after 65 or one day we have the courage to live after a loss. Just wanted to say Good things come to those that wait and God Bless you !
Susan, I have to say I never questioned for a minute that you would buy a home because that was what you said you wanted! You are a smart woman, you did your research on what needed to be done to qualify for a loan. Then you worked hard on your channel, (making it first-rate), saved your money, stayed out of debt and were realistic about staying in a comfortable price range. In other words, you were pro-active. YOU made your dream come true! Many people squander their money and then claim to not have means, when they just made different choices on how to live their lives. I've known people who claim to be poor while they have a spiffy car with a huge monthly payment sitting in the garage. That was the choice they made. I wasn't able to buy my first home until I was 46 and divorced and making my own choices. Took me years to get a good credit rating and save up while earning a pretty low wage. It was a small condo, but it was mine! And (just like you), the mortgage was hundreds of dollars lower than my former rent! I love that you are taking the bedroom with three windows! Hey, it's your house, take any room you want, Honey!! 😃🤣❤❤❤
Oh your words made me cry...thank you so much for being so kind....we are the choices we make...I made a lot of bad choices in my life but no more...hopefully, I have my eye on the prize and that was my grandchildren and a backyard for Desi and a garden for all of us here!!! You help me so much each week with your lovely wisdom...congratulations on your own home...46 sounds so young!!! I have socks older than that!!! Love to you, Susanna...
Hi Susan just checking in on you" I just love your videos, you made some beauiful choices,with your new home I'm so happy for you & Dezi, your a wonderful lady who deserves the very best" love & many beautiful wishes for you & your new home,I can't wait to see you Decorate now..❤🎉
@@LittlePoet I didn't mean to make you cry!! Emotions run high during life changes. 🤗Yes, 46 is young--that was about 25 years ago. My kids are around that age now!
I appreciate that you were so honest in this video. Not many would share their financial information to the degree you did. That makes all the difference in the world because it gives some values and allows us to see what you did to achieve the goal of owning a home. To share the price of your home, the closing cost tip, the percent of the down payment, all that is helpful. It helps us to see where we are and where we need to be. So happy for you.
You are such a beautiful soul! I just discovered your channel this week and with every video I watch, I walk away with a big warm smile on my face. Congrats on loving and taking care of your dream to own your own home. 👋Bravo!
I must confess, I too wondered how you could afford to buy a house but didn’t want to ask. So nice of you to share your personal finances with us. Home prices are insanely high where I live (west coast)- you found such a great priced home - love it and am so happy for you and Desi ❤
"Unthinkably good things can happen even late in the game; its such a suprise." Under the Tuscan Sun. My favorite quote and you are living it. I'm so happy and proud of you. You've been so smart! And deserving. What an example you are Susan. ❤🎉
After watching you last week and hearing you speak about your back yard space where you wanted to create a sanctuary I envisioned a water feature. Hearing the trickle of water can be so calming. Can’t wait to see your new house! You’ve encouraged me to dream big.
Oh Susan....Your Video really touched my Heart❤so very much. It made me cry after I listened to your Video! I am so very happy for you and little Dezi. I live alone and am same age as you and I live alone with my sweet Gunnar my Shih-tzu. If I didn't have him i would be Lost. He gives me so much joy and Companionship. So i know how you feel with Dezi. He really likes the back yard alot. You got a really nice home for 165K. You i hope will get to enjoy your Life more with your new 🏠 house with your Son and grandkids. Your apt. Was so pretty decorated and i know your new house will be the same. Good Luck in your new Surroundings. Also, please be Safe and observant in your surroundings . We all Love you and Dezi. XO❤😊
Susan, First let me say, I am so happy for you! You are such a precious person and have worked hard for this. If you have all the seed packets that you wrote the saying “my home”maybe put them into a shadow box. And somehow incorporate a picture of your home in the shadow box too. What I am about to say may sound silly, but move in and let the house talk to you (not literally of course). I heard that one time from a teacher and she was right. Before you start hanging pictures, and buying window treatments, get settled and then start making it yours and Desi’s home. I’m wishing you many blessings and so much happiness in your new home.
Oh I cherish your ideas here...I love that ...let the hosue tlak to me...this is my frist move where I do not feel in a rush!!! It's like I have time...this is our froever home for me and little Desi....love to you!!!
Susan, Thank you so much for taking the time to create this wonderful video at such a BUSY time in your life !!! You amaze me with your energy and wisdom ! I am so excited to think about you and Desi moving soon !!! Can hardly wait to see you finally in your new hone, even with all the boxes around. Hoping you'll walk room to room for us as well as walking around your front & back yards. Have a great week and make sure to take plenty of breaks to just rest and savor the excitement of these days as you begin your new adventure. Love to you & Desi❤❤
I’ve been watching you for years now. Always on the tv. But I had to comment. I’m 68 years old and my oldest is 50 years old too! So proud of your move. You will have so much fun planning your new life. I live in a converted camp in Maine in a little body of water surrounded by wildlife. I’m in heaven. Lost my high school sweetheart to cancer. He was only 55. Took me a lot of time 14 years to get to my happy place. You and Desi are so cute! I have a little dog too, Sissy. I’m sending you all my encouragement and love. Looking forward to future episodes! ❤️❤️
You planted a dream, Susan. It is amazing what we can manifest with a little bit of hope, faith and prayer. Above all prayer! We are so happy for you. And-- you also are a model for so many ladies who are between a rock and a grand canyon. It is possible. I have been praying for you. You deserve all the wonderful things that are coming. More and more and more ARE COMING. DESI-DO and his backyard. And a garden hat for you.
Have you gotten moved? I think we viewers are as excited for you as you are. I’m anxious to see your new home whether you have it completed or not. I along with others miss you when you’re not on. It’s like missing a dose of vitamins. Lol. I wish you the very best and look forward to sharing your new adventure with your posts. Brenda from Missouri.
You and Desi are such an inspiration. I always knew you would get your house. Because you are resilient. I have learned so much from you through the years and you strike me as a woman of strength and determination. Thank you for everything you teach us. I am turning 60 years old in June, and seeing you fulfill your dreams and having such vitality and sense of humor gives me so much hope for the future! I love your videos❤
Mom and I are so excited for you and Desi! My mother who is sitting with me is your age, and she said "Susan is exactly right, you live in the moment and you have faith and you have dreams because that can make all the difference! You will continue to be inspired and you will inspire and that makes all the difference. We love you and we are so excited for your move in 5 days! When you get there, you plant those flowers!"
Susan, I’ve been watching your channel for a long time, but this is the first time I‘ve commented. First of all, let me say, Congratulations! Your new home is beautiful and I can so relate to all of your planning and dreaming and goals. About 5 years ago, my husband and I talked about moving from CA and retiring in another state and buying a house! Well, fast forward, as soon as my husband retired last June, his back and knees started to fail him (knee replacements are in his future). Because of his health and the fact that all 4 of our kids and their families (7 grandchildren total) live within an hour from us, we decided to stay in CA. We’re a week away from closing on a manufactured home in a beautiful Senior Community. Like you, there will be a backyard with a small lawn area that I have so many goals for: a patio, stepping stones, dwarf fruit trees and flowers, so many flowers. There is also an enclosed porch that needs some help, but a project I’m looking forward to. I spend a lot of time on TH-cam getting ideas. I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with your enclosed sun room. Looking forward to future videos of you in your new home. So happy for you and Desi.
I am so excited for you and Desi! We were pregnant at the exact same time. My first child turns 50 in a little more then 2 weeks, in fact he turns 50 ON Mother's Day. I was in labor on Mother's Day in 1973! Happiest day of my life. I loved it so much that had one the next year and another the next year! How time flies. Downsizing is overrated in my opinion. Did that in 2015 and I still regret it. Sold 95% of everything we owned. Don't listen to the naysayers. I can't wait to see how your journey unfolds. You have excellent taste, so feminine and so comforting is your decor. Best wishes to you and Desi! ENJOY!
Hi, Mercyhope147, My third baby was born 2 days later on the 15th of May, 1973. Thank you for what you wrote about downsizing. You helped me drop some guilt I have felt about about subject. Somehow, your words snapped my out of it. Blessings to you!! from Ginny in San Diego, California.
What a wonderful success story. As it has been said, "If you can dream it, you can do it." This house was waiting for you. What a blessing. I love the thought of a 4 season sunroom. I can only imaging how lovely it would be to be inside looking out at a gentle rain, your garden, flowers, the first snow of the winter, your precious grandchildren and Desi in the yard. Glorious. You bring us hope and inspiration. Buying a home at 68, is like starting a whole new life.... there's more to come, there are seeds to plant. You are all set. No winding down, when there are so many reasons to wind up. Blessings to you, Desi, and Hal.
Susan you are glowing today! I just love that you bought your little home. I cannot wait to see Desi running around the yard and you in your garden! Thanks for taking us on your journey!
I’m so glad that I’ve found you. You are giving me peace of mind that my mom(58) is searching for her home too. She’s not retired yet. But it worries me. This helps me worry less. Thank you and bless you. I can’t wait to see her excitement when she finds her home. And I can’t wait until I find mine.
For all of us the same rule applies. Do not allow yourself to spend money you do not have. Borrowing money is very easy, paying it back with interest is not nearly as much fun. I watch HGTV and am shocked and dismayed by women who feel they are above simply painting kitchen cabinets rather than ripping them out and replacing them. They swear that the old stove is an abomination . All carpet must go and thousands of dollars must be spent to replace them with special order hardwoods, or whatever is not what is already there. Then they face the bathrooms which they swears no human should have to use. Thousands more. Remember who you are and what money you can safely spend. Maybe think outside the box, as they say.
You are so inspiring to me. Your spirit is very feminine and youthful, and you’re still dreaming, planning and accomplishing goals as if you were in your 20s or 30s.
"See you at the new house!" That line at the end made me cry! See you at the new house. I think I've shared before...I've always dreamed of having a house of my own someday. I wanted to have a little house when my daughter was growing up. I longed for a yard for her to play in...and a space for a little pool and to have dinners outside with friends and a garden. Well, it was not mean to be. I was too busy working and in survival mode as a single mother. I did the best I could in our lovely rental...but there is no yard, no parking space, no washer, nothing extra...just our four walls, but it's our home. At 55, I am still dreaming of owning my own home someday and maybe it will be a place for future grandchildren. I haven't given up on the dream. Recently, you have come to mind and you have given me so much hope. I'm very happy for you and looking forward to this new chapter. Thank you very much for showing us. It can be done. Blessings for the move. Can't wait to see next week.
Never give up! Maybe your little home will be different than what you thought, but it will be yours. I’ve lost every home I’ve had, 3 of them. Husband had financial issues. We landed in a brand new tiny home. While it’s not my dream, it’s mine. I can still get the joy of decorating, fixing, gardening etc. Stay hopeful.
Dare to Dream... always! I am 63. I too lived exactly as you have explained. Thought I'd never have a home I dreamed of. My son has grown up and moved to nearer the university. Then shocking news for me ... at 59 I was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer...but wait... God blessed me and I was declared clear a year later.... And then my "dread disease" insurance policy paid out and 😊 I was able to buy my dream home!! Maybe if I am Blessed with grandchildren then they can play in my garden. I upsized at 60! Aaah, the twists and turns of life!! Keep dreaming! You are doing the best you can at any moment with what you do have! That is the best you can do and you are creating a special home where you are! Beautiful! Keep working on your dream! ❤ Blessings to you! Sending you strength and love!
@@dawndemet3331 Thank you so much. You don't know how much it helps to hear people around my age sharing. Seems I live in a place where most in their 30's have husband, house, 2 cars and 2 kids. My life did not go like that at all. Maybe I would have liked it to but I accept it now. Thank you for sharing. I will create the best life I can, like always...and I will keep dreaming. Sending you blessings.
@@michelehlozek2341 Wow, Michele! That is a miraculous blessing to say the least. I would love to hear more about how you cleared it...going from stage 4 to clear..there has to be a healing protocol in there somewhere...or God worked on your behalf. I love to hear things like this. I have autoimmune issues and I suffer with relapses. Makes life more challenging but i'm still here and blessed. thank you for sharing. Your words were very encouraging to me. I don't know how I'll do it...I will keep saving and praying and acting in accordance with someone who is planning on someday becoming a homeowner. So looking forward to that day. I've pictured it a million times. Blessings and continued good health to you.
@@michelehlozek2341 Happy for you! I to am living with Stage 4, Breast Cancer. In 2011 I was given 6-12 months. I struggle with mobility but otherwise am doing ok. When I got diagnosed I asked God for time, not a cure. He surely has blessed me, and you!
Buy a few topsy-turvy tomato plant growers. They make a lovely statement in a garden and best tomatoes ever. Easy to take care of. Dont forget to look for a fountan for the birds. I Love mine Garden benches too! Im excited to be on this journey with you. Your home will look just like your pictures. No doubts 😅❤
Dez is so cute laying on the pillow❤ so excited for your new home… I always enjoy your video, no matter what kind of content or what we discuss. Have a blessed weekend love from me and Otis🐶 Massachusetts..Hal will always be in “our” life❤❤ see you next week at the new home❤❤❤❤
After watching your video, I feel as filled up, refreshed, inspired and encouraged as when I have heard an amazing sermon at church! Much truth and wisdom in you dear Susan.Thank you.♥️🙏
Susan, it was so inspiring to hear how you saved up for your new home! It sounds like it’s perfect for you! How nice to have a sunroom! I wish you all the best and can’t wait to see your home and yard! (I moved out of state at 71 to help my daughter who has a chronic illness. Was it hard? Yes, but most things are that matter! I love my home too.). Take very good care, you and Desi
Oh my! I have been watching your channel for awhile. You are motivating and inspiring. When your video is over, I feel at peace, relaxed, I realize that at 70 life is not over. I laughed when you talked about your garden seeds. I'm a quilter. I was involved in a relationship with a man that had two little boys. I took on the task of caring for them. There wasn't money now to buy fabric! But I wanted color in my life. So, the boys and I would go to the fabric store and look around. My purchase was embroidery thread, because it was cheap! It allowed me to have color in my life and dream of easier days ahead. The boys used to ask why I bought that thread and I would tell them because I can't afford fabric. They are grown now. I have more fabric than I will ever be able to sew. I miss the days when they were little and I could only buy thread.
I love your optimism and how you put the work behind your dreams! I always heard " Work like it depends on you and pray like it depends on God!" Yor faith, your works and all you have done to lift us has made this happen for you. Watch out Big Rapids... you have a new resident that will take your little town by storm!
Congratulations Susan and Desi on your home sweet home. I too love my little house and knew it would be my haven the first time I laid eyes on it. May you have magical moments. Little moments are the most precious. 😘
I bought my first house in my 40’s after 2 divorces. It was hard but I lived many years in that house and many memories. Enjoy every minute of your journey.
I see myself in you. I am a 62 yr old grandma. I started a second family with my high school sweetheart after my 1st marriage ended in divorce over 20 years ago. My youngest child is 18 yrs old! After some heartbreaking times for my husband and I, (losing all our parents), we are going to give ourselves a fresh start in a new home. Finances are tight, but we’re praying that everything works out. I too have dreams of a beautiful garden. I also have plans to make the new home feel comfortable. It needs a little bit of work like paint and flooring. But, I look forward to the challenge. It’s tough at 62 yrs old to make a new start, but you have to live until you die. I hope to live life to the fullest until my last day. I pray that you have a lovely future ahead of you in your new home. God bless.❤️
I find the best design tip is a neutral wall pallet of various shades so each room can have its own color scheme brought in via window treatments and accessories. It makes it so much easier to change out a rooms color scheme when the walls are neutral. The Magnolia style is a great example of this. Clean uncluttered style.
My pad case says Never stop Dreaming, and what ever has happened in my life good and bad iv never stopped dreaming, its bought me through some very low times and when the tide turned and things were ok again some of my dreams came true and more will in the future. Have a good move to your new house can't wait to see it. Xxx
Hi Sue, I still watch you all the time, but today I need to tell you how we are both on a similar path in life. You pretty much know my history but I too am moving , I sold my home in Florida, bought a small home in Ohio, my husbands family is here in Ohio, I’ve always been very close to them, so here I am and I’m so very happy here and I love my little home. I finished the kitchen remodel and loving it so much. I too have a garden, so I’m wishing you happiness and contentment in your new little home. I’m so happy for you🌻🌻🌻 Oh my son just turned 50 as well. Looking forward to watching you move in and knowing how it feels to be in love with a little home💕🌻🌻
Hi Susan, Wow!! It's all really happening. This is so exciting. I love how you are embracing life. You are so right - it's not just about getting up everyday and going through the motions - it's about loving and living life! And you are doing just that!! It's so wonderful to be on this journey with you. You are bringing happiness - and hope - to so many!! Love you, Mary
I live in Northern California for over 40 years , you can’t even buy a toilet for 125,000 in California 😂your so lucky to be living in Michigan! I was born raised in Wisconsin and I do remember homes being very reasonably priced . I’m so happy for you and look forward to seeing all the beautiful decorations you come up with🥰
I am also in Northern California and yes the fact that she got a house for $165,000 as you know it’s like a time machine that may be 25 years ago we could’ve got a house for that. Actually 30 years ago I did get a house for $130,000 and thank God I stayed put because I couldn’t even afford my own house now.
I always find it interesting how different we all are and what we are looking for in our retirement. I am 71 and sold my house last year and moved into an apartment. I have owned my own homes for the past 44 years so apartment living has been an adventure for me this past year. But I am loving it. I was tired of all the inside and outside maintenance of owning a house ... it's always something. Lowes and Home Depot got a lot of my $$ over the years. I am so loving that I don't have to worry about ANYTHING outside now and if anything inside needs attention, I just put in a maintenance request. I have so much more time to do the things I love and none of the headaches of homeownership. I do wish you good luck in your new adventure tho.
The lesson may be that each choice has the potential for delight and despair. Calling a plumber to make a needed repair is less difficult for me than being surrounded by people whose walls I am forced to share. Don’t get me wrong, I love people and I love interacting with them. Having the privacy of my own garden is worth taking care of the maintenance needs of mowing, pruning, weeding , watering. Wouldn’t it be odd if all of us wanted the same things in our living arrangements? Right now, as long as I am not forced to choose a nursing home in which to reside, I can probably be happy.
I’m going to move in about 2 or 3 years to a retirement village, as my house at present is a lot of up-keep. My problem is that all my friends will be just too far away for that quick cuppa, so I don’t know exactly when I’ll be ready ! Trying to convince one or two to join me 😁
I also have had beautiful homes and have lived alone for many of those years. I have a beautiful large apartment on the lake. It gives me space to enjoy nature and I have loved being near the water all my life. Most importantly, I love that I can call management when I need help . They are wonderful. I am 82 years old and had a successful. career in education. Now I need to renew one of my loves which is playing the piano. Blessings to all.
I too am a single woman with a modest income who wanted to buy a home. I would sing the Cinderella song, a dream is a wish your heart makes and i have my 750 sq ft house now that I call home. Congratulations on your beautiful home.
You are such a special person! So glad I found you on TH-cam. I am so happy for you and Desi!! Happy Trails to you both! Can’t wait to see your new home with you actually living there! God Bless you and sweet Desi! 🌈🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸
I am so happy for you. Dreams do come true. I had the same dream as you. I was a military wife that moved every two years for 20 years and wondered if our family would ever have a home. My husband retired and we returned to our home state of Michigan and bought a small home. It needed a lot of work but I was so happy. The first thing I did was start work on my cottage garden and planted a beautiful Hydrangea that’s still blooming 30 years later. My garden is so pretty and gives me so much peace. I watch Linda Vader too. My house is full of Thrift things that give it a English/French country feel. My husband and I have been married 54 years Our children live near us and we still love our little house after 30 years.
My happiness for you is beyond words! Dreams do come true and you built on that dream with a passion. I love that you shared how you saved and worked towards that goal. It should give everyone an enlightenment of how it can be done! ❤
So happy that you r getting ur own home. Your sidekick Desi is such a cute guy. Can't wait to see what it looks like when you get in it and add your special touches.😊
Congratulations Susan. You had a plan and worked hard to achieve your goals. You are an inspiration to many women who are in similar situations and they can see how they can come out shining. Thank you for sharing.
Susan, I also watch Linda Vater for years now and look forward to what she's doing on The Cottage on the Hill. I loved her Tudor Fairy Tale house with those stunning front and backyards. You know she's self taught and has learned by trial and error and collecting a library of garden books. She also loves learning from pro's and asking advice and questions. There is no reason why you can't do the same because you obviously have a love of gardening. I on the other hand end up killing every plant I get and that's probably because I don't have that same love as you guys. You never know who's watching and you may find that you'll get sponsors like Linda and may find you'll gain subscriber's as well. You may be able to finish that basement sooner than you think. You just gotta believe. Anyway, it's going to be very exciting for you and you've earned it and deserve it. Desi too! P.S. I hope Hal bought that hat he tried on. Or maybe not. LOL
I bought a home 5 yrs ago. I'm 68 too. I put in 7 flower gardens and a few Dwarf trees. A pretty dwarf red Japanese Maple,flowering lilac,and a pretty pink Rose of Sharon. I recommend these small trees. I too luv a English style garden. If you plant Cosmos all through your gardens you will have flowers right up to Oct.I plant different colour and heights.Yiu need to deadhead and they will keep in blooming. I have climbing roses,primroses, Peonies,morning glories,clematis,lots of varieties of irises.etcetc . Bee Balm is great too it spreads after a couple yrs- hummingbirds and bees luv them. IAll these owners are easy to care for. I put sheep manure mixed with soil on Beds every spring with shake and feed . I know you and Desi will love your new home. ❤️
So good to see you tonight. You are so open with all of us with your details of how you were able to buy a house and to answer questions that were asked of you. You are amazing how you managed to save your money to get your mortgage. That is so admirable how hard you have worked for this wonderful new home. You always make me feel confident in myself for having my home and doing it on my own. So excited for your move and to see you settling in with Desi to your wonderful new life near your son and grandchildren. So happy Hal will be in your life, he is a dear man. Sending you the best for your move and look forward to seeing you next Saturday if you can manage a video. We all will be here any time you are ready. Love to you and Desi! ❤
I'm very happy for you! Based on how you turned your apartments into beautiful, cozy, warm & inviting spaces that reflect your energy & personality, I can only imagine how you will do the same with your own house and yard! I commented on another of your videos that 'bird feeding' really made my yard come alive with their sights and sounds. Perhaps you can add that to your garden. Enjoy this exciting time... and the fruits of your labor and manifestation of your dream. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Loved how you incorporated Robert Frost’s poem, The road, not taken…it’s one of my favorites. And congratulations on making another one of your dreams come true!! Lastly I hope your move goes smoothly.
Oh my dear Susan yes dreams really do come true no matter what age you are , gratefully I have never been divorced , but my he art hurts for those who have or lost your partner in life . But we should all have a dream for ourselves we are all special. GOD bless each and every person on this channel.🙏🏻🙏🏻💕💕🌺
It’s extraordinary to me that you can by a house for $165k!! In Melbourne australia where I live the average price of a 2 bedroom apartment is $470k Australian dollars which is $370k USD. A free standing house is much much more. I’m so happy for you that you live in a country with affordable housing. Congrats on your new home ❤
I live in Tampa, Fl and IF you find a home here for 167k, it would likely be a dump that requires a ton of work. I was amazed when she said her home was 167k…and it looked so nice!
@@patl.4170 It depends on the area for sure. I lived in Tampa Palms before I moved to the mountains. The prices in Tampa have gone way up since I moved in 2020, but the little house I bought up here was only $125,000, it did need some renovations but nothing major.
Home prices in the US have skyrocketed too, especially in and around bigger cities. Even the house that Susan bought would have cost around $100K just a few years ago. Considering where housing prices are going, she still got a bargain. I feel so bad for the many people around the world who have gotten squeezed out of the housing market. Rents are outrageous as well.
So happy for you. We love our little cottage that we bought 20 years ago for retirement and enjoy all the changes and improvements we’ve made. And my flower gardens are ever evolving - never staying the same year after year. May God grant you many joys and beauty and love in your new adventure.❤
Praying for you throughout all of your move...and for Desi also as dogs get used to the way things are....bless his heart as he doesn't know whats going on! You're heart is so pure, that's why I enjoy hanging out with you...Hey I live in Utah, grew up in Huntington Beach Ca and bought many homes in my lifetime and I'm yr age....Sure wish I could help you....Bless your heart, Susan 😊
I’m so happy for you!!!! I can’t wait to see your new home!!! You did it!!!! I bought my home a year ago and it’s the first time in my life I’ve lived alone! I bought the house across from my sister and I’ve had the best year fixing it up!! I’m so happy and I know you will be too!! I look forward to your videos each week, good luck this next week moving!!
I'm so happy for you and Desi, you enthusiastic its so contagious. Thank you, maybe you won't believe it but you are the only friend I have. God bless you Susan!
This is such an exciting journey you are taking us on. You help me feel better about things as I’m the same age and feel that I’m too old to have a dream but I’m not and after my husband does pass it’s time for me to have a life
I started to cry when you said "it isn't enough to just get up every day and go through the motions, you need to love life and live it"..... I'm 61 and have been going through a hard time... I gave up my home and my marriage because it was very emotionally abusive.. now I am alone, and every day is a struggle. Your words have encouraged me to not give up....xo..still crying..
Oh I am so touched by your words...Oh Peggy I know how hard it is to go through a divorce...and I am so happy you you got away from an abusive marriage. You are now free and can have the life you always dreamed of. After my divorce, I felt so down and I struggled for such a long time. I started to get better when I felt I had a reason to get up every day...I found new friends and new hobbies...I started to have a new sense of " home" even though it was a tiny one-bedroom place...it was mine and I loved it. And when I got up in the morning, nobody was hurting me...and slowly...I started to heal. There was a new life just waiting for me...I just had to find the strength to see it and feel it...and tap into the desire to want to take care of it. Please, if you have time, let us know how you are! Sending you lots of love and prayers, Susan & Desi
@@LittlePoet thank you for your kind words and offering of hope.. for taking the time to respond. It would be a dream come true for me to someday have a beautiful little brick "cottage" with a overflowing garden oasis. I'm so proud of you. I have a friend who lives in Escanaba...if I ever visit Michigan, I would love to meet you..xo
Of course, I would have to bring my "Beau" ... he's my little Desi, and has literally, saved me through all of this.. love to you 🥰
You have found the right community! We are here for eachother...you will see ...one day you will wake up, and it still may hurt, but it just wont matter as much! Between This chanel and Mel Robbins, I have even more support that some of my friends! Just find something you LOVE TO DO... and pour yourself into it! It will make everything easier. Praying for you! Find an in person community as well in a faith community, or a local charity. In giving of yourself you will receive and heal!💗🎉 and get a pet!!!🐾
Oops, glad you already have a pet!!! They will get us through!
Hang in there! Sending you love❤
Congratulations!! I hope this is seen by all so they can buy a home.
When I was 30 I was a mother of three, and saved my income tax return for about three or four years. I found a house for 87k in California. I purchased it, and people were shocked that as a single mom with not even a high paying job saved to buy my own home. That was the best investment ever! I sold it later and made a profit and later sold that property and made a bigger profit. I remarried and we bought a really nice home with both of our profits from our homes. We moved to an area that was my dream, in a very nice neighborhood. Yes dreams do come true!
That was amazing. ❤❤🎉
You are the only person I know that can grow a house with a yard from a packet of seeds! 👍🏼♥️🇨🇦
Ah faith and some magic seeds! Love to you! xo Susan & Desi
I LOVE THIS COMMENT SO MUCH. YES!!! 🥹😭😭😭
Yes. Shows the power of positive thinking. Beautiful. 🥰
Have a safe move ☺️
Oh my, such a beautiful and poetic comment!❤
Dreams do come true. I discovered your amazing channel a couple of days ago. I'm totally uplifted. And all the comments from all the others in the same boat...we can and will make it😊
So many young people could learn from you, being wise enough to save..and waiting, until the time was right...congratulations, you did it !
Oh you touch my heart, thank you so much!!!! xo Happy weekend!!! Susan & Desi
It makes me sad that people are so intrusive. It's absolutely no one's business about your finances. You are truly a remarkable woman to be so eloquent about it and brave to share. You are so inspiring to me. I'm 51 and starting over, thank you for being you❤ ❤
Congratulations! God bless you!
I agree we need to teach our young people. I'm working on that myself. I'm trying to reach young people as we speak😊.
@@dotsonms I'm 56 and just decided I'm leaving after 22 years of ups and downs. I wish you all the best!
There is no way I can convey how much I loved this video, Susie. YOU DID IT! I am cheering you, and Desi along every single step of the way. What a wonderful adventure for all of us. So happy you found your perfect home. Love to you and The Dez...Mimi
I am so beyond happy for you. My first husband, the father of my boys and I bought a tiny home the first year we were married in 1970. It was only a one bedroom with an enclosed in back porch. Our best friends had lived there for 10 years and we adored this tiny home and with our meager savings we bought it for $12,900. Through the years we turned the back porch into another bedroom for our boys who we had in 1974 and then in 1979. In 1983 tragedy struck when my husband that I adored told me he " Loved me but was no longer in love with me". He refused counseling and after his 2 year affair he married the "other" woman and we had been divorced for sometime, me holding on to our dissolving marriage by a thread. Long story....he traded his half of the house for never receiving a penny if any future retirement funds. We lived just the boys and I, me saving every penny and added a. Bathroom a closet and another screened in room which gave both boys their privacy. Many years later when a remarried to a wonderful devoted man with six children I had moved into his much larger home......but wait theirs good news. After saving every penny he could.... my youngest son bought the tiny house and now it was his. He has now been married for three years and he and his wife are very happy their. They have made it the most beautiful tiny COTTEGE with the most fantastic landscaped yard. He is 44 now and so very happy there. So the tiny house served us very well. It's an enchanted piece of memories and we all still love it so much. Even though it is no longer mine it still in the family. God Bless you... And may your tiny house bring you all the joy that mine brought me. Love from Debbie and Dexter-Dog my sweet rescued tiny Chihuahua companion living a quiet crafty life in southern California.🙏🙏🙋👍👍🐾💞🏠✝️🇺🇸
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I love the happy ending for your tiny home and for your life! God bless you!
What a lovely life story ❤
What a lovely story. Thank you.
I too struggled for years to have my own little house. Too long a story and too much heartache but I finally made it. Even though I sometimes wish it had happened when my son was a boy and life would have been a lot better for both of us. Now my son lives in another country and I had to move miles away from my birthplace but at age 77 I’m now secure in my own little house. Sending all the best vibes from Ireland. 🌈☘️
Susan, don't listen to the doubters. My 76 year old sister lived in an assisted living facility with her older husband. They were in lockdown for 2 years during covid. When he passed she decided she'd had enough of the place and wanted to buy a condo to get her freedoms back. Her friends(?) who also lived there said "at your age?" "You're just going to end up back here!". I told her not to listen to them, they likely didn't have the courage and were jealous. I said even if you find that 5, 7 or however many years you can live on your own, they will be happy years. So very happy for you Susan.
Wow I just noticed you hit 100,000 subscribers! Congratulations 🎉
I am so glad you decided to start this channel all those years ago! You are such a gift.
We are survivors. I worked hard but as a single mom I never had money for a home and never got any help getting one. I started with a Fannie Mae loan and put $3,000. down on a condo, selling it 10 years later for a nice profit. Most friends and family couldn’t understand when I bought a big new 4 bedroom home in a with a big yard. Oh well! I’m now 75 and my beloved dog is almost 13. Ha! We are happy! I love my big yard and have planted fruit trees and a garden. I love watching all the decorating shows on you tube for idea and Linda Vader is a favorite for garden ideas. Be happy. Life is short, so do whatever you want in deep gratitude.
There are two things I look forward to seeing in your new home: seeing you planting in your garden & watching Desi run in circles in his own back yard! What an inspiration you are to us. Congratulations Susan!
If we weren't meant to manifest it, we wouldn't dream it. Every wonderful thing I manifested, I dreamt of first. Unfortunately, the same is true for the negative things I gave energy to. When I was a very young girl living in Chicago, I dreamt of living in a white apartment building with a pool. I now live in the first floor unit of a white "villa," which is surrounded by palm trees, arika, monstera, ginger bushes, ferns, and mahogany trees. The pool is a mere 200-300 feet away from my front entrance. I'm so grateful to my inner child for that vision!
I think your explanation of how you made this home purchase a reality will give countless people hope for themselves too! Thanks for sharing your strategies, Susan. I’m glad your son nudged you into action; it’s almost like thrifting, if you don’t buy what you want when you first see it, you’ll miss out! Happy moving week!
I watch a real estate channel and apparently there are some new programs coming out that might help folks with a tight budget or lower scores....not sure when they will be out or advertised but something to watch for if thinking of buying down the road.
I love that you are taking us with you on this adventure. We moved into our home when I was 68. We built this house and our goal was to be able to keep our horses on our property instead of boarding and to be completely debt free. We did that. ❤❤
Owned 3 homes in my lifetime, and worked my whole life. Marriage broke up, I wasn't working so no income except for husband's retirement, but had money from the sale of the house. God dropped my new house in my lap, I got approved for a mortgage by a new lender, bid on and won the house. Paperwork went to the underwriters, who denied my mortgage! I had cash but not enough to buy house outright. Found a small retirement account that was losing money, cashed it in and then had enough money to pay cash for the house with only $868.00 left to my name! God provided jobs for me, sometime 3 at the same time, and I was able to save money and pay all expenses until I myself retired and began a pension and SS. God got me through my tribulation and has blessed me non-stop since.
God bless you what amazing God we serve and that’s an amazing testimony
That is wonderful to hear. Congratulations on believing in yourself!
As a mature woman myself, I am truly proud of you. You brought tears of joy to my eyes. Continue to live your best life, have it all
Yay! We're not losing Hal! Whew, was worried. Congrats, Susan!
Hal is a very special man. Your family is blessed to have him in your lives. He obviously cares a great deal about you and your happiness. I hope he can visit frequently.I can't wait to see Desi enjoying that yard.
@@teresahudson977 Yes!!!!
I'm so happy that you got your house. You bring a lot of joy to us ladies of a certain age. You deserve good things to happen to you. And I think Desi is the most adorable little dog.
So happy for you Susan! I paid off my house last month and am now debt free. My next goal in life is to maintain my health, travel, build better relationships with family and friends and live life to the fullest.
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So happy for you and dessie
.you deserve this new home.
I am in total mess with myself and home.. it's all too much I need so many things replaced and fixed up but ,I just can't seem to move forward .it upsets me every day . Iits not rite I know. Like most girls I've had trauma in past too
you inspire and bless us all 💗💗 be happy Susan ,hugs to little dessie he will be bouncing 🐾🌹🌹
I'm 69 ,, and not as moile now
🎉 Congratulations!!!!
I'm looking forward to watching Dezi when he's out in his own back yard running around with the wind in his face. This will be a happy time for him also! Glad Hal will still be around. I like the way he tell's it like it is!
And those grandkids are going to have the time of their life loving and playing with Dezi. It is all good.
Dear Susan, thank you for deciding to stay with us these weeks. I’m no professional interior decorator and the truth is I don’t want to be. You ask about the lamp over your dinning room table. One of the things I love about you and your style, is that you surround yourself with meaningful things you love. Please continue being authentic and natural in your new home. Buy the lamp you love. ❤️ Love from Costa Rica. 🙏🏼🏡🇨🇷
Thank you for talking about your life & as a 58 year old now new grandmother & how I fit in & own my life in contentment without guilt you help me with this ❤
Thank you for being the INSPIRATION you are to us Susan❣️ Although I turned 60 this year, I feel my life is really just beginning. It’s taken me 5 years to recover from a psychologically abusive marriage. However I feel an excitement and anticipation such as I’ve never known before. Your authenticity and sweet spirit does SO MUCH GOOD for us gals of a certain age who find ourselves starting over. We are all looking forward to sharing this next part of your journey with you. Much ❤️ and heartfelt 🙏 as you and your darling Desi move into your BEAUTIFUL NEW HOME this week!!!!🏡
Thank you for saying it so well.
I can relate to this, Trina. I am still working on healing from a marriage to a very destructive narcissist...raising a child and working full time. I'm just starting to see a fresh path and thinking about the future and getting a twinkle of excitement after so long of not having that spark. Blessings to you!
@@karenjohnson2766 😘❤️
Oh Trina and Cynthia, I, too, still suffer the after effects of living with a malignant narcissist. He finally divorced me after 3O years, I was 62 and devastated. I had to give up my home and beloved garden, friends and job to move out of state to be closer to my son and DIL and 3 grandsons. Then I got scammed out of the money I made on the house, my life savings…so I work part time in retail and hate it, but I remain positive and optimistic because of Susan and Desi, and soul sisters like you! Thank you from my heart for reminding me that courage and God’s Plan can take me far-maybe I’ll own a home again some day. God bless us all💜🌷💕🌸🙏
@@CynthiaAva I am thrilled to hear this for you❣️ There is LIFE after the death of a thousand cuts of a narcissist 🙌 It takes time, intention and the GRACE of God to get us to the other side. I’ll be praying for you 🙏 ~ BLESSINGS right backat’cha sweet sister!!! 😘
Hello Susan, you are every woman’s story either we wish we had after 65 or one day we have the courage to live after a loss. Just wanted to say Good things come to those that wait and God Bless you !
Susan, I have to say I never questioned for a minute that you would buy a home because that was what you said you wanted! You are a smart woman, you did your research on what needed to be done to qualify for a loan. Then you worked hard on your channel, (making it first-rate), saved your money, stayed out of debt and were realistic about staying in a comfortable price range. In other words, you were pro-active. YOU made your dream come true! Many people squander their money and then claim to not have means, when they just made different choices on how to live their lives. I've known people who claim to be poor while they have a spiffy car with a huge monthly payment sitting in the garage. That was the choice they made. I wasn't able to buy my first home until I was 46 and divorced and making my own choices. Took me years to get a good credit rating and save up while earning a pretty low wage. It was a small condo, but it was mine! And (just like you), the mortgage was hundreds of dollars lower than my former rent! I love that you are taking the bedroom with three windows! Hey, it's your house, take any room you want, Honey!! 😃🤣❤❤❤
Oh your words made me cry...thank you so much for being so kind....we are the choices we make...I made a lot of bad choices in my life but no more...hopefully, I have my eye on the prize and that was my grandchildren and a backyard for Desi and a garden for all of us here!!! You help me so much each week with your lovely wisdom...congratulations on your own home...46 sounds so young!!! I have socks older than that!!! Love to you, Susanna...
How exciting! You are proving we are never to old to dream!
Hi Susan just checking in on you" I just love your videos, you made some beauiful choices,with your new home I'm so happy for you & Dezi, your a wonderful lady who deserves the very best" love & many beautiful wishes for you & your new home,I can't wait to see you Decorate now..❤🎉
@@LittlePoet I didn't mean to make you cry!! Emotions run high during life changes. 🤗Yes, 46 is young--that was about 25 years ago. My kids are around that age now!
What an inspiration you are! I’ve been divorced and living alone for 6 years now and you’ve really given me hope for the future. Thank you for that.
I appreciate that you were so honest in this video. Not many would share their financial information to the degree you did. That makes all the difference in the world because it gives some values and allows us to see what you did to achieve the goal of owning a home. To share the price of your home, the closing cost tip, the percent of the down payment, all that is helpful. It helps us to see where we are and where we need to be. So happy for you.
You are such a beautiful soul! I just discovered your channel this week and with every video I watch, I walk away with a big warm smile on my face. Congrats on loving and taking care of your dream to own your own home. 👋Bravo!
Thank you so much!! I am so greatful you found me!!!! Much Love, Susan & Desi
I must confess, I too wondered how you could afford to buy a house but didn’t want to ask. So nice of you to share your personal finances with us. Home prices are insanely high where I live (west coast)- you found such a great priced home - love it and am so happy for you and Desi ❤
"Unthinkably good things can happen even late in the game; its such a suprise." Under the Tuscan Sun. My favorite quote and you are living it. I'm so happy and proud of you. You've been so smart! And deserving. What an example you are Susan.
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After watching you last week and hearing you speak about your back yard space where you wanted to create a sanctuary I envisioned a water feature. Hearing the trickle of water can be so calming. Can’t wait to see your new house! You’ve encouraged me to dream big.
Oh Susan....Your Video really touched my Heart❤so very much. It made me cry after I listened to your Video! I am so very happy for you and little Dezi. I live alone and am same age as you and I live alone with my sweet Gunnar my Shih-tzu. If I didn't have him i would be Lost. He gives me so much joy and Companionship. So i know how you feel with Dezi. He really likes the back yard alot. You got a really nice home for 165K. You i hope will get to enjoy your Life more with your new 🏠 house with your Son and grandkids. Your apt. Was so pretty decorated and i know your new house will be the same. Good Luck in your new Surroundings. Also, please be Safe and observant in your surroundings . We all Love you and Dezi. XO❤😊
Susan, First let me say, I am so happy for you! You are such a precious person and have worked hard for this.
If you have all the seed packets that you wrote the saying “my home”maybe put them into a shadow box. And somehow incorporate a picture of your home in the shadow box too.
What I am about to say may sound silly, but move in and let the house talk to you (not literally of course).
I heard that one time from a teacher and she was right. Before you start hanging pictures, and buying window treatments, get settled and then start making it yours and Desi’s home.
I’m wishing you many blessings and so much happiness in your new home.
Oh I cherish your ideas here...I love that ...let the hosue tlak to me...this is my frist move where I do not feel in a rush!!! It's like I have time...this is our froever home for me and little Desi....love to you!!!
Susan, Thank you so much for taking the time to create this wonderful video at such a BUSY time in your life !!! You amaze me with your energy and wisdom ! I am so excited to think about you and Desi moving soon !!! Can hardly wait to see you finally in your new hone, even with all the boxes around. Hoping you'll walk room to room for us as well as walking around your front & back yards. Have a great week and make sure to take plenty of breaks to just rest and savor the excitement of these days as you begin your new adventure. Love to you & Desi❤❤
I’ve been watching you for years now. Always on the tv. But I had to comment. I’m 68 years old and my oldest is 50 years old too! So proud of your move. You will have so much fun planning your new life. I live in a converted camp in Maine in a little body of water surrounded by wildlife. I’m in heaven. Lost my high school sweetheart to cancer. He was only 55. Took me a lot of time 14 years to get to my happy place.
You and Desi are so cute! I have a little dog too, Sissy.
I’m sending you all my encouragement and love. Looking forward to future episodes! ❤️❤️
You planted a dream, Susan. It is amazing what we can manifest with a little bit of hope, faith and prayer. Above all prayer! We are so happy for you. And-- you also are a model for so many ladies who are between a rock and a grand canyon. It is possible. I have been praying for you. You deserve all the wonderful things that are coming. More and more and more ARE COMING. DESI-DO and his backyard. And a garden hat for you.
Oh I have to film Desi's forst run in his own backyard!!!! I am so excited for him!
I can't wait!!! ❤
Have you gotten moved? I think we viewers are as excited for you as you are. I’m anxious to see your new home whether you have it completed or not. I along with others miss you when you’re not on. It’s like missing a dose of vitamins. Lol. I wish you the very best and look forward to sharing your new adventure with your posts. Brenda from Missouri.
You and Desi are such an inspiration. I always knew you would get your house. Because you are resilient. I have learned so much from you through the years and you strike me as a woman of strength and determination. Thank you for everything you teach us. I am turning 60 years old in June, and seeing you fulfill your dreams and having such vitality and sense of humor gives me so much hope for the future! I love your videos❤
Mom and I are so excited for you and Desi! My mother who is sitting with me is your age, and she said "Susan is exactly right, you live in the moment and you have faith and you have dreams because that can make all the difference! You will continue to be inspired and you will inspire and that makes all the difference. We love you and we are so excited for your move in 5 days! When you get there, you plant those flowers!"
That twinkle in your eye says it all Susan. You’ll plant your seeds & as they grow you’ll both blossom together 🌻🥰🐾
Susan, I’ve been watching your channel for a long time, but this is the first time I‘ve commented. First of all, let me say, Congratulations! Your new home is beautiful and I can so relate to all of your planning and dreaming and goals. About 5 years ago, my husband and I talked about moving from CA and retiring in another state and buying a house! Well, fast forward, as soon as my husband retired last June, his back and knees started to fail him (knee replacements are in his future). Because of his health and the fact that all 4 of our kids and their families (7 grandchildren total) live within an hour from us, we decided to stay in CA. We’re a week away from closing on a manufactured home in a beautiful Senior Community. Like you, there will be a backyard with a small lawn area that I have so many goals for: a patio, stepping stones, dwarf fruit trees and flowers, so many flowers. There is also an enclosed porch that needs some help, but a project I’m looking forward to. I spend a lot of time on TH-cam getting ideas. I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with your enclosed sun room. Looking forward to future videos of you in your new home. So happy for you and Desi.
I am so excited for you and Desi! We were pregnant at the exact same time. My first child turns 50 in a little more then 2 weeks, in fact he turns 50 ON Mother's Day. I was in labor on Mother's Day in 1973! Happiest day of my life. I loved it so much that had one the next year and another the next year! How time flies. Downsizing is overrated in my opinion. Did that in 2015 and I still regret it. Sold 95% of everything we owned. Don't listen to the naysayers. I can't wait to see how your journey unfolds. You have excellent taste, so feminine and so comforting is your decor. Best wishes to you and Desi! ENJOY!
Oh I remember that Mothers Day so well! Happy weekend to you!!!
Hi, Mercyhope147, My third baby was born 2 days later on the 15th of May, 1973. Thank you for what you wrote about downsizing. You helped me drop some guilt I have felt about about subject. Somehow, your words snapped my out of it. Blessings to you!! from Ginny in San Diego, California.
Desi looks like that pillow is so soft, why do they (our pets) always want our bed pillows, but it's adorable.
What a wonderful success story. As it has been said, "If you can dream it, you can do it." This house was waiting for you. What a blessing. I love the thought of a 4 season sunroom. I can only imaging how lovely it would be to be inside looking out at a gentle rain, your garden, flowers, the first snow of the winter, your precious grandchildren and Desi in the yard. Glorious. You bring us hope and inspiration. Buying a home at 68, is like starting a whole new life.... there's more to come, there are seeds to plant. You are all set. No winding down, when there are so many reasons to wind up. Blessings to you, Desi, and Hal.
Susan you are glowing today! I just love that you bought your little home. I cannot wait to see Desi running around the yard and you in your garden! Thanks for taking us on your journey!
I’m so glad that I’ve found you. You are giving me peace of mind that my mom(58) is searching for her home too. She’s not retired yet. But it worries me. This helps me worry less. Thank you and bless you. I can’t wait to see her excitement when she finds her home. And I can’t wait until I find mine.
For all of us the same rule applies. Do not allow yourself to spend money you do not have. Borrowing money is very easy, paying it back with interest is not nearly as much fun. I watch HGTV and am shocked and dismayed by women who feel they are above simply painting kitchen cabinets rather than ripping them out and replacing them. They swear that the old stove is an abomination . All carpet must go and thousands of dollars must be spent to replace them with special order hardwoods, or whatever is not what is already there. Then they face the bathrooms which they swears no human should have to use. Thousands more. Remember who you are and what money you can safely spend. Maybe think outside the box, as they say.
@@sharondoan1447 All true I could scream sometimes watching House Hunters.
You are so inspiring to me. Your spirit is very feminine and youthful, and you’re still dreaming, planning and accomplishing goals as if you were in your 20s or 30s.
"See you at the new house!" That line at the end made me cry! See you at the new house. I think I've shared before...I've always dreamed of having a house of my own someday. I wanted to have a little house when my daughter was growing up. I longed for a yard for her to play in...and a space for a little pool and to have dinners outside with friends and a garden. Well, it was not mean to be. I was too busy working and in survival mode as a single mother. I did the best I could in our lovely rental...but there is no yard, no parking space, no washer, nothing extra...just our four walls, but it's our home. At 55, I am still dreaming of owning my own home someday and maybe it will be a place for future grandchildren. I haven't given up on the dream. Recently, you have come to mind and you have given me so much hope. I'm very happy for you and looking forward to this new chapter. Thank you very much for showing us. It can be done. Blessings for the move. Can't wait to see next week.
Never give up! Maybe your little home will be different than what you thought, but it will be yours. I’ve lost every home I’ve had, 3 of them. Husband had financial issues. We landed in a brand new tiny home. While it’s not my dream, it’s mine. I can still get the joy of decorating, fixing, gardening etc. Stay hopeful.
Dare to Dream... always! I am 63. I too lived exactly as you have explained. Thought I'd never have a home I dreamed of. My son has grown up and moved to nearer the university. Then shocking news for me ... at 59 I was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer...but wait... God blessed me and I was declared clear a year later.... And then my "dread disease" insurance policy paid out and 😊 I was able to buy my dream home!! Maybe if I am Blessed with grandchildren then they can play in my garden. I upsized at 60! Aaah, the twists and turns of life!! Keep dreaming! You are doing the best you can at any moment with what you do have! That is the best you can do and you are creating a special home where you are! Beautiful! Keep working on your dream! ❤ Blessings to you! Sending you strength and love!
@@dawndemet3331 Thank you so much. You don't know how much it helps to hear people around my age sharing. Seems I live in a place where most in their 30's have husband, house, 2 cars and 2 kids. My life did not go like that at all. Maybe I would have liked it to but I accept it now. Thank you for sharing. I will create the best life I can, like always...and I will keep dreaming. Sending you blessings.
@@michelehlozek2341 Wow, Michele! That is a miraculous blessing to say the least. I would love to hear more about how you cleared it...going from stage 4 to clear..there has to be a healing protocol in there somewhere...or God worked on your behalf. I love to hear things like this. I have autoimmune issues and I suffer with relapses. Makes life more challenging but i'm still here and blessed. thank you for sharing. Your words were very encouraging to me. I don't know how I'll do it...I will keep saving and praying and acting in accordance with someone who is planning on someday becoming a homeowner. So looking forward to that day. I've pictured it a million times. Blessings and continued good health to you.
@@michelehlozek2341 Happy for you! I to am living with Stage 4, Breast Cancer. In 2011 I was given 6-12 months. I struggle with mobility but otherwise am doing ok. When I got diagnosed I asked God for time, not a cure. He surely has blessed me, and you!
Buy a few topsy-turvy tomato plant growers. They make a lovely statement in a garden and best tomatoes ever. Easy to take care of. Dont forget to look for a fountan for the birds. I Love mine
Garden benches too!
Im excited to be on this journey with you. Your home will look just like your pictures. No doubts 😅❤
Dez is so cute laying on the pillow❤ so excited for your new home… I always enjoy your video, no matter what kind of content or what we discuss. Have a blessed weekend love from me and Otis🐶 Massachusetts..Hal will always be in “our” life❤❤ see you next week at the new home❤❤❤❤
Desi never met a pillow he didnt like!!!
I love your videos, and your sweet sweet voice. It is filled with joy and love. I LOVE watching and listening to you.
After watching your video, I feel as filled up, refreshed, inspired and encouraged as when I have heard an amazing sermon at church! Much truth and wisdom in you dear Susan.Thank you.♥️🙏
As a new widow at 65 I learn and am comforted so much by you❤️🤗
Susan, it was so inspiring to hear how you saved up for your new home! It sounds like it’s perfect for you! How nice to have a sunroom! I wish you all the best and can’t wait to see your home and yard! (I moved out of state at 71 to help my daughter who has a chronic illness. Was it hard? Yes, but most things are that matter! I love my home too.). Take very good care, you and Desi
Oh my! I have been watching your channel for awhile. You are motivating and inspiring. When your video is over, I feel at peace, relaxed, I realize that at 70 life is not over. I laughed when you talked about your garden seeds. I'm a quilter. I was involved in a relationship with a man that had two little boys. I took on the task of caring for them. There wasn't money now to buy fabric! But I wanted color in my life. So, the boys and I would go to the fabric store and look around. My purchase was embroidery thread, because it was cheap! It allowed me to have color in my life and dream of easier days ahead. The boys used to ask why I bought that thread and I would tell them because I can't afford fabric. They are grown now. I have more fabric than I will ever be able to sew. I miss the days when they were little and I could only buy thread.
I love your optimism and how you put the work behind your dreams! I always heard " Work like it depends on you and pray like it depends on God!" Yor faith, your works and all you have done to lift us has made this happen for you. Watch out Big Rapids... you have a new resident that will take your little town by storm!
Congratulations Susan and Desi on your home sweet home. I too love my little house and knew it would be my haven the first time I laid eyes on it. May you have magical moments. Little moments are the most precious. 😘
Never stop dreaming and always reach for the stars. Most of all, please never let someone with ugly comments Ruin your beautiful energy.❤
Never say never. You did great on your new home. Proud of you
I bought my first house in my 40’s after 2 divorces. It was hard but I lived many years in that house and many memories. Enjoy every minute of your journey.
I see myself in you. I am a 62 yr old grandma. I started a second family with my high school sweetheart after my 1st marriage ended in divorce over 20 years ago. My youngest child is 18 yrs old!
After some heartbreaking times for my husband and I, (losing all our parents), we are going to give ourselves a fresh start in a new home. Finances are tight, but we’re praying that everything works out. I too have dreams of a beautiful garden. I also have plans to make the new home feel comfortable. It needs a little bit of work like paint and flooring. But, I look forward to the challenge.
It’s tough at 62 yrs old to make a new start, but you have to live until you die. I hope to live life to the fullest until my last day.
I pray that you have a lovely future ahead of you in your new home. God bless.❤️
I find the best design tip is a neutral wall pallet of various shades so each room can have its own color scheme brought in via window treatments and accessories. It makes it so much easier to change out a rooms color scheme when the walls are neutral. The Magnolia style is a great example of this. Clean uncluttered style.
My pad case says Never stop Dreaming, and what ever has happened in my life good and bad iv never stopped dreaming, its bought me through some very low times and when the tide turned and things were ok again some of my dreams came true and more will in the future. Have a good move to your new house can't wait to see it. Xxx
Hi Sue, I still watch you all the time, but today I need to tell you how we are both on a similar path in life. You pretty much know my history but I too am moving , I sold my home in Florida, bought a small home in Ohio, my husbands family is here in Ohio, I’ve always been very close to them, so here I am and I’m so very happy here and I love my little home. I finished the kitchen remodel and loving it so much. I too have a garden, so I’m wishing you happiness and contentment in your new little home. I’m so happy for you🌻🌻🌻 Oh my son just turned 50 as well. Looking forward to watching you move in and knowing how it feels to be in love with a little home💕🌻🌻
Hi Susan, Wow!! It's all really happening. This is so exciting. I love how you are embracing life. You are so right - it's not just about getting up everyday and going through the motions - it's about loving and living life! And you are doing just that!! It's so wonderful to be on this journey with you. You are bringing happiness - and hope - to so many!! Love you, Mary
I live in Northern California for over 40 years , you can’t even buy a toilet for 125,000 in California 😂your so lucky to be living in Michigan! I was born raised in Wisconsin and I do remember homes being very reasonably priced . I’m so happy for you and look forward to seeing all the beautiful decorations you come up with🥰
I am also in Northern California and yes the fact that she got a house for $165,000 as you know it’s like a time machine that may be 25 years ago we could’ve got a house for that. Actually 30 years ago I did get a house for $130,000 and thank God I stayed put because I couldn’t even afford my own house now.
You ain’t never lied about California
@@LynsAlteredArts yes outrageous now in California. God bless u
Wow Hal cleaned up Nicely❤❤❤❤
I always find it interesting how different we all are and what we are looking for in our retirement. I am 71 and sold my house last year and moved into an apartment. I have owned my own homes for the past 44 years so apartment living has been an adventure for me this past year. But I am loving it. I was tired of all the inside and outside maintenance of owning a house ... it's always something. Lowes and Home Depot got a lot of my $$ over the years. I am so loving that I don't have to worry about ANYTHING outside now and if anything inside needs attention, I just put in a maintenance request. I have so much more time to do the things I love and none of the headaches of homeownership. I do wish you good luck in your new adventure tho.
The lesson may be that each choice has the potential for delight and despair. Calling a plumber to make a needed repair is less difficult for me than being surrounded by people whose walls I am forced to share. Don’t get me wrong, I love people and I love interacting with them. Having the privacy of my own garden is worth taking care of the maintenance needs of mowing, pruning, weeding , watering. Wouldn’t it be odd if all of us wanted the same things in our living arrangements? Right now, as long as I am not forced to choose a nursing home in which to reside, I can probably be happy.
I’m going to move in about 2 or 3 years to a retirement village, as my house at present is a lot of up-keep. My problem is that all my friends will be just too far away for that quick cuppa, so I don’t know exactly when I’ll be ready ! Trying to convince one or two to join me 😁
I also have had beautiful homes and have lived alone for many of those years. I have a beautiful large apartment on the lake. It gives me space to enjoy nature and I have loved being near the water all my life. Most importantly, I love that I can call management when I need help . They are wonderful. I am 82 years old and had a successful. career in education. Now I need to renew one of my loves which is playing the piano. Blessings to all.
I too am a single woman with a modest income who wanted to buy a home. I would sing the Cinderella song, a dream is a wish your heart makes and i have my 750 sq ft house now that I call home. Congratulations on your beautiful home.
You are such a special person! So glad I found you on TH-cam. I am so happy for you and Desi!! Happy Trails to you both!
Can’t wait to see your new home with you actually living there! God Bless you and sweet Desi!
🌈🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸
I am so happy for you. Dreams do come true. I had the same dream as you. I was a military wife that moved every two years for 20 years and wondered if our family would ever have a home. My husband retired and we returned to our home state of Michigan and bought a small home. It needed a lot of work but I was so happy. The first thing I did was start work on my cottage garden and planted a beautiful Hydrangea that’s still blooming 30 years later. My garden is so pretty and gives me so much peace. I watch Linda Vader too. My house is full of Thrift things that give it a English/French country feel.
My husband and I have been married 54 years Our children live near us and we still love our little house after 30 years.
My happiness for you is beyond words! Dreams do come true and you built on that dream with a passion. I love that you shared how you saved and worked towards that goal. It should give everyone an enlightenment of how it can be done! ❤
I agree!
I am so happy for you!! Hope all goes well with your move! I can’t wait to see what you do with your house and yard!!
So happy that you r getting ur own home. Your sidekick Desi is such a cute guy. Can't wait to see what it looks like when you get in it and add your special touches.😊
Congratulations Susan. You had a plan and worked hard to achieve your goals. You are an inspiration to many women who are in similar situations and they can see how they can come out shining. Thank you for sharing.
Can't wait for your next video. Thinking of you and Desi❤❤❤
Susan, I am so happy for you & Dezi and your new home. Miracles do happen. I can’t to see how you decorate and landscape your home. God bless you!
The boxes! Wyeth! The stained glass lamp! This background means business - we're moving!!! So much love coming your way, add mine to the pile🥰
Susan, I also watch Linda Vater for years now and look forward to what she's doing on The Cottage on the Hill. I loved her Tudor Fairy Tale house with those stunning front and backyards. You know she's self taught and has learned by trial and error and collecting a library of garden books. She also loves learning from pro's and asking advice and questions. There is no reason why you can't do the same because you obviously have a love of gardening. I on the other hand end up killing every plant I get and that's probably because I don't have that same love as you guys. You never know who's watching and you may find that you'll get sponsors like Linda and may find you'll gain subscriber's as well. You may be able to finish that basement sooner than you think. You just gotta believe. Anyway, it's going to be very exciting for you and you've earned it and deserve it. Desi too! P.S. I hope Hal bought that hat he tried on. Or maybe not. LOL
I bought a home 5 yrs ago. I'm 68 too. I put in 7 flower gardens and a few Dwarf trees. A pretty dwarf red Japanese Maple,flowering lilac,and a pretty pink Rose of Sharon. I recommend these small trees. I too luv a English style garden. If you plant Cosmos all through your gardens you will have flowers right up to Oct.I plant different colour and heights.Yiu need to deadhead and they will keep in blooming. I have climbing roses,primroses, Peonies,morning glories,clematis,lots of varieties of irises.etcetc . Bee Balm is great too it spreads after a couple yrs- hummingbirds and bees luv them. IAll these owners are easy to care for. I put sheep manure mixed with soil on Beds every spring with shake and feed . I know you and Desi will love your new home. ❤️
So good to see you tonight. You are so open with all of us with your details of how you were able to buy a house and to answer questions that were asked of you. You are amazing how you managed to save your money to get your mortgage. That is so admirable how hard you have worked for this wonderful new home. You always make me feel confident in myself for having my home and doing it on my own. So excited for your move and to see you settling in with Desi to your wonderful new life near your son and grandchildren. So happy Hal will be in your life, he is a dear man. Sending you the best for your move and look forward to seeing you next Saturday if you can manage a video. We all will be here any time you are ready. Love to you and Desi! ❤
You can have your family over now for Sunday dinners, holidays, etc. 👏🏻❤️
I can't wait to see your new home and all your pretty ideas come to life! Thank you for letting us be a part of all of this joy!
How not to ask questions Susan? You're a fascinating and interesting kind beautiful soul .
Susan you are going to have so much fun ! There’s nothing like a new passion! We are on this journey with you.
East, West, but HOME 🏡 is best. Congratulations you two! 💖
I'm very happy for you! Based on how you turned your apartments into beautiful, cozy, warm & inviting spaces that reflect your energy & personality, I can only imagine how you will do the same with your own house and yard! I commented on another of your videos that 'bird feeding' really made my yard come alive with their sights and sounds. Perhaps you can add that to your garden. Enjoy this exciting time... and the fruits of your labor and manifestation of your dream. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Im So Happy For you & your New Home❤❤❤❤❤
Loved how you incorporated Robert Frost’s poem, The road, not taken…it’s one of my favorites. And congratulations on making another one of your dreams come true!! Lastly I hope your move goes smoothly.
Oh my dear Susan yes dreams really do come true no matter what age you are , gratefully I have never been divorced , but my he art hurts for those who have or lost your partner in life . But we should all have a dream for ourselves we are all special.
GOD bless each and every person on this channel.🙏🏻🙏🏻💕💕🌺
It’s extraordinary to me that you can by a house for $165k!! In Melbourne australia where I live the average price of a 2 bedroom apartment is $470k Australian dollars which is $370k USD. A free standing house is much much more. I’m so happy for you that you live in a country with affordable housing. Congrats on your new home ❤
I live in Tampa, Fl and IF you find a home here for 167k, it would likely be a dump that requires a ton of work. I was amazed when she said her home was 167k…and it looked so nice!
@@patl.4170 It depends on the area for sure. I lived in Tampa Palms before I moved to the mountains. The prices in Tampa have gone way up since I moved in 2020, but the little house I bought up here was only $125,000, it did need some renovations but nothing major.
Try Sydney house prices are terrible
@@roswb5388 my sister has pointed out to me that 2 bed inner city melb apartments are more like $600k+ and no doubt Sydney is crazy too!
Home prices in the US have skyrocketed too, especially in and around bigger cities. Even the house that Susan bought would have cost around $100K just a few years ago. Considering where housing prices are going, she still got a bargain. I feel so bad for the many people around the world who have gotten squeezed out of the housing market. Rents are outrageous as well.
I'm so happy for you! I can't wait to see you living your dream! 🌻🌻🌻
So happy for you. We love our little cottage that we bought 20 years ago for retirement and enjoy all the changes and improvements we’ve made. And my flower gardens are ever evolving - never staying the same year after year. May God grant you many joys and beauty and love in your new adventure.❤
This video reminded me of Dorothy & Toto! ( were going home) can't wait to see your new home!🎉❤
Praying for you throughout all of your move...and for Desi also as dogs get used to the way things are....bless his heart as he doesn't know whats going on! You're heart is so pure, that's why I enjoy hanging out with you...Hey I live in Utah, grew up in Huntington Beach Ca and bought many homes in my lifetime and I'm yr age....Sure wish I could help you....Bless your heart, Susan 😊
Desi is so precious I can tell he knows something exciting is going on
Congratulations! Here's to many happy, healthy, wonderful years in your new home! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I’m so happy for you!!!! I can’t wait to see your new home!!! You did it!!!! I bought my home a year ago and it’s the first time in my life I’ve lived alone! I bought the house across from my sister and I’ve had the best year fixing it up!! I’m so happy and I know you will be too!! I look forward to your videos each week, good luck this next week moving!!
One thing I LOVE about your videos is your voice when you read (voiceover) from a book, a poem or similar. It is divine 🎉
So excited to see how you arrange your furniture and decorate! I know it will be a showplace! Congratulations on getting a house!
I'm so happy for you and Desi, you enthusiastic its so contagious. Thank you, maybe you won't believe it but you are the only friend I have.
God bless you Susan!
This is such an exciting journey you are taking us on. You help me feel better about things as I’m the same age and feel that I’m too old to have a dream but I’m not and after my husband does pass it’s time for me to have a life