About 4 years ago we were at a crossroads.

Stay or go.

And if we went, where?

Lots considered and thought through.

But all paths ended up leading right back to where I am sitting now.

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We have admittedly been searching for some time. It is even how we ended up with the name of this little ol’ business and blog – Finding Home.

That has always been our goal - Home.

I spent this weekend cleaning my very messy house – no blogging, little computer and even not much phone time.

Just getting myself in gear for some busy weeks ahead.

But, I took a moment to step outside and see our home in the beautiful fall light.

Here, we have a strong family life, a community, a great school district, a church community and great friends.

Our little ol’ valley with all its bumps and bruises, is actually quite stunning.

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It is far from perfect and there are some big things that aren’t working.

But we are working on them on together.

And I guess that really is what home is all about.

In a million years, I never would have pictured myself living here in this part of the country and writing a blog.

You just never know the plans.

I am so thankful to each of you for reading this blog and helping me find direction down my paths.

I don’t think I say thank you quite enough – so…

Thank you for reading.

Wishing you many blessings for your week.

October 22, 2012 — Laura Putnam