The view from the new place.
Light & cathedral ceilings.
The good news is that the move is nearly over, now that stuff has arrived from the NH farmhouse to the UT condo. The bad news is that I keep weeding out a ton of things for donation because I didn’t realize just how much of everything there was at the farm. Too much stuff! Moves are at least good for that reason, forcing you to purge & hoe out unnecessary things.
It’s taking time because moving across country, starting a high-level leadership role, & caring for a toddler affected by altitude sickness can be a bit of a challenge. But the surrounding, ubiquitous beauty really helps this introvert cope.
The view from one of the bedrooms.
Outdoor balcony with sweeping views of the valley.
The new place is exciting because it does represent a lifestyle change in focusing on quality experiences. My new job is incredible, & I know readers might think I’m exaggerating… But I’m not. The senior leadership create a vision with heart, foster collaboration & support, & attention is paid to making people feel valued & important. That atmosphere is truly unique in higher education. So it’s a breath of fresh air just in the job transition itself.
Throw into things stunning mountain ranges on three sides of the Salt Lake Valley, and this introvert heart swells. My soul feels fed each time I see those peaks.
A fireplace is a necessity.
Another view from the balcony.
Also, I’m excited to decorate the new place, fitting the aesthetic that complements the western landscapes that surround everything. Leaves have just started to turn on the trees, while the temperatures remain temperate with sun beaming mostly everyday. The light that fills the new digs is particularly lovely in the afternoons, with rich golden hues illuminating the off-white rooms. Just lovely.
Things like books create a homey feel, but I love hygge so I get to make things feel cozy with lighting, the fireplace, & candles. More to come!
View from the dining room window.
View from the master bedroom.
Better shot of the Wasatch Mountains.
Congratulations on the job and the move, and good luck with all as you set down these new roots! 🙂
Thank you so much! 😀
It looks like you are settling in nicely!
Yes, thankfully! I appreciate the support! 😀
Gorg!!! Congratulations!!!
Thank you so very much!! 😀
My partner used to say that she had to move every 3-4 years just to keep the amount of her possessions down. Since we’ve become a pair, her moves have come after 6 and 9 years, and the current address is another 9 now. So, YES, things have accumulated.
And yet, once you have stuff, it’s like it becomes part of your identity, EVEN IF YOU NEVER USE IT AGAIN! My mother acted around china cups . . . that never were used. And I admit to removing stuff from her house after she died that I may never use.
I’m neither someone who says one should live without possessions, nor one who defines himself that way. So I admit I have no solution to just how much stuff one should have for one’s psychological health. I hope you’re finding one that suits yourself.
Thank you for sharing! I really appreciate hearing about your family and experiences.
I love your photography! I moved to Oregon last year & the views remind me of Salt Lake!!! Beautiful
Thank you so much! I feel humbled that you’d read and respond. 🙏