Apr 26
My Move
Posted by Antonia at 3:44 pm in Non sequitur

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This has truly been a time of transformation for me. I am currently sitting on the floor, at the foot of my bed, laptop perched on a box, the closest thing I currently have to a desk. I’ll soon journey out in search of internet access, as I have not yet gotten mine up and running at my new locale. Ahh, yes. The joys of moving! And, one would think me to be a pro at this by now. After all, my mom and I took the time to count out every house I have ever lived in and this is at least my 43rd in this lifetime! Nomadic? You think? I come by it naturally. I am the fifth generation of nomadic women all the way back to my great-great-grandmother.

I had been advised that my move would take place at the end of the month, and I had trusted in that date and the knowledge that I, in my perfected procrastination would be fully prepared to move by then. So, I was surprised to learn on Friday (almost two weeks prior to my estimated move date) that circumstances dictated that I would need to move on Monday. Well, let’s just say that all logical, organization skills were shot and the move became about just getting the stuff thrown into bags and boxes. Let the chaos begin!

I have learned to organize some “must have’s” into bags which then go into the front of my car. Practical items such as paper towels/toilet paper, a sponge, all-purpose cleaner, a towel, washcloth, and those sorts of things. But, I also make certain that I’ll have what I need to care for and rejuvenate myself, such as bubble bath, an essential oil (lavender for relaxation is my favorite) and of course, a cup, tea bags, sugar and a spoon. Must have tea! :-)

I tried to set aside my sadness at leaving the house that had served me so well and its magnificent yard with its palms, roses, and hummingbirds I loved so, and in which I had taken such pleasure, to focus upon what my new abode had to offer. The first thing that I experienced is the tremendous energy differences. I have moved much closer to metropolis and boy can I ever feel it! And speaking of energies, I am unwilling to live with the old, and possibly negative ones left behind. So, I took the sage out of my purse and moved from room to room, lovingly smudging the house. (I highly recommend this practice.) I am fortunate to have a large patch of grass, some orange trees and an avocado tree here, so next I went outside, got barefoot and hung out on the lawn for awhile. I looked at the sky, took in some sun, and let in my new surroundings.

Now, it was time to get some unpacking done. I first chose to create a place of solace for myself, and for me, that was going to be a bathroom. I removed everything and got to cleaning. I personally am unwilling to exist with not only prior energies, but also dirt, so I scrubbed the bathroom down top to bottom: the walls, floors, door and everything in between. Then I unpacked my bathroom stuff, placed my angel decal on the mirror and viola! I now had one room that needed no work and in which I could soak in a bubble bath and restore myself. Yay!

With that completed, I went back outside to relax. That’s when I found the swing! It was exactly like the one my grandmother always had in her yard. A place to kick off your shoes, sit by yourself or loved ones and just chill. I rocked myself back and forth and looked up at the sky. I thought of the supportive note my girlfriend had recently sent me, which said, “Don’t forget that home is where you are.” That’s when I saw it! A hummingbird! I laughed to myself with the realization that I was indeed home.

Hummingbirds

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  1. Kathryn wrote:
    April 26th, 2008 at 6:31 pm

    Awwww. You go, Antonia! With your positive, creative attitude and inspiration you will have that new house whipped into a comfy, secure place of beauty in no time at all. I will send you some nasturtium seeds to put under those orange trees. They will brighten it up and you can think of your mom, who loves you, when they pop up and spring to blossom! (And, hey, you can put them in your salads. This is the year of the Victory Garden Revisited!)

    Love and a big hug,
    Mommie D.

  2. Antonia wrote:
    April 26th, 2008 at 7:31 pm

    Awwww!!! That is so sweet! Thanks, mom! :-)
    I look forward to the nasturtiums! Great idea!
    *hugs* and Love,
    Antonia (DD)

  3. Pamela FGM wrote:
    April 27th, 2008 at 1:44 am

    Hey Girl,

    I‘m sure glad your mom mentioned you had added some new posts, because I see I‘ve been remiss in visiting!! Oh, I sincerely wish you the best of times in your new digs. Springtime is a good time for renewal, and may you find complete refreshment in your new surroundings.

    I am so NOT nomadic. I“m twice your age and can probably count all the places I‘ve lived on two hands. I really like to “dig in”.
    I can see by the notes between you and “Mommie D.” that I need to add another initial to my Godmother status…so, from now on, I would appreciate you referring to me as FGMD :)

    Kula kisses, love!
    Your FGMD

  4. Antonia wrote:
    April 27th, 2008 at 8:40 am

    LOL Okay, FGMD! :D
    Thank you for visiting! And for the well wishes!
    I moved not only during Spring renewal time, but
    also under the double Scorpio full Moon, which also
    brings about transformation. All very auspicious. Perfect.

    There’s something to be said for “digging in”! :-)
    Cali *hugs* and Love,
    ~Antonia~FGDD

  5. Marsha wrote:
    April 28th, 2008 at 10:48 am

    Hey Antonia, why am I not surprised to hear you’ve moved yet again?? You (and your Mom) are quite the Jumping Beans! Good luck with the new place, and with any new ventures ahead. Sometimes a change is all to the good (altho, Like Pamela, I tend to stay put myself for the most part). Take care, enjoy the hummingbirds!

    “Auntie” M.

  6. Scott wrote:
    April 28th, 2008 at 6:55 pm

    Good Luck in your new place.

  7. Antonia wrote:
    April 29th, 2008 at 8:25 am

    Thank you, Auntie Marsha! :-)
    Lovely that you stopped by!
    The hummingbird is quite a
    blessing, for which I am grateful!
    And, yes, I feel this move is a good thing.

    Love,
    Antonia

  8. Antonia wrote:
    April 29th, 2008 at 8:27 am

    Hi Scott,

    Thank you for your visit,and for
    the well wishes! Much appreciated!

    Blessings,
    Antonia

  9. Bill wrote:
    April 30th, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    Cool that you’ve settled in.

    Actually being in a Metropolis, my Hyde St Apartment in S.F., was auspicious and transformative time. I don’t have the same cleaning skills as you though and when Frida came from the Philippines she found an old unused tampon in the closet I used for a computer.

    She still brings it up, claiming I had a woman in my apartment when I was courting her long distance. I did have Roger Paul house sit and he could have had some girl or other over while I was in Philippines, but it’s a safe bet we should blame my imperfect cleaning.

    Hey one thing I did clean in my S.F. apartment was an ocean of cockroach shit. You don’t have cockroaches do you? Check tops of cupboards. Anyway your story is nicer than mine.

    Would suggest maybe you befriend some rich hotel heiress so your nomadism would transfer to free hotel rooms around the world. But you are cool the way you are, besides hotel heiresses get kind of lazy and you might end up a drunk who doesn’t wear panties.

    Have you ever stayed at a Hilton?

    Peace and joy in your home, which is where YOU are.

    ur bud,
    Bill

  10. Antonia wrote:
    April 30th, 2008 at 3:59 pm

    LOL I’m speechless! haha You? Imperfect cleaning?! LOL

    Well, umm, I *did* clean the cupboards, as the kitchen was my next area to tackle. I did Not see evidence of cockroaches! YAY!

    I *have* stayed at a Hilton before, and they’re very pleasant.
    I’m thinking she didn’t “become” lazy, she was raised that way. But, I will say that she is a clever PR trickster that one!

    Thanks for your visit and comment, Bill!
    Always entertaining!!! Blessings to you!

  11. Mari-Anne wrote:
    April 30th, 2008 at 7:03 pm

    Congrats on the new digs and the move hon. Hope you’re feeling settled soon. Cool new things will no doubtedly replace your beautiful and beloved palms.

  12. Antonia wrote:
    April 30th, 2008 at 8:12 pm

    Thank you, Mari-Anne!
    Once again, you are exactly on point!
    “Cool new things” are already replacing
    my beloved palms/yard, and I feel I am exactly
    where I should be, and grateful for it all. :-)

    Blessings to you,
    Antonia

  13. Betsy wrote:
    May 10th, 2008 at 7:08 pm

    Because your sweet Mommie D. is always filling me in,with news about you,I forget to read your blog.

    She did alert me to Cinco de Mayo blog because Al and i had spent a wonderful evening listening to Mariachi Bands, here in Florida.

    Happy settling.(you’re probably finished,) while i am in my second year of part time living in Florida. i still havent finished finding a spot for everything AND am busy deciding what charity deserves items that no longer have a suitable place here.

    All the best,
    Betsy

  14. Antonia wrote:
    May 11th, 2008 at 8:34 am

    Thank you, Betsy!

    Mariachi bands on Cinco de Mayo!
    Love it! How fun!!! :-)

    I’m not exactly settled yet. lol
    And, I shall be doing some serious donating too.
    Good luck with your Florida home. With all of the
    travel you and Al do, I don’t know how you keep up!

    Blessings to you,
    Antonia

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