I miss it so much. Don't let it go people.
Never stop pushing forward. Don't give up.
I lost my property during the pandemic. The land owner passed away and his family sold off the property for development without a word. The sons of the owner and I were very close, so I made a wrong assumption in thinking I'd be in the clear even in the unfortunate event he passed away suddenly.
We had a verbal agreement, which really bit me in the ass at the end. I took care of his many miles of fence line in exchange for a 25acre woodland patch to do as I please. Over the years I stopped working full time as I had built a sustainable living space with self sufficient means. I made enough through my side work and at the farmers market, I had no reason to work a 9-5, as the life I wanted required my full attention on the property.
6 years later I still wake up everyday longing for the life style. It will never leave me. I'll get back to it. It's just a lot more difficult than it was 16years ago and boy am I feeling the age. I don't think I have the tenacity and energy as I did then, so I may just buy me a Tahoe and vanlife it on BLM land a few months at a time. Just to get back to nature.
Thanks to all who share their experiences. You give me hope & motivation. Peace be with you all.