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Jul
13
Calm, scenic view of tree canopy or lake from a quiet rural walk

The Week It Finally Slowed Down (A Little) | Week 27 Post-layoff

After months of non-stop tasks, we finally caught our breath. Here’s what the transition to tiny home living looks like this week. Full of slow moments, reflection, and small victories.
5 min read
Jul
06
Peaceful lake sunset at tiny home community celebrating freedom day after house sale completion

The Day We Could Finally Celebrate Being Free | Week 26 Post-layoff

After waiting five days for our house buyers' approval, we finally got the all-clear and celebrated with our most community-connected day yet.
5 min read
Jul
01

What we didn't share on the blog this week...

4 min read
Jun
29
Blue semi truck with delivery trailer parked on street outside tiny home community

The Semi Truck That Made Us Question Our Downsizing | Week 25 Post-layoff

A semi truck delivery, four Walmart trips, and our first thunderstorm taught us what 399 square feet of tiny home living really feels like.
5 min read
Jun
22
White rental van in parking lot on moving day.

From Mortgage Payment to Debt-Free Overnight | Week 24 Post-layoff

We closed on our house, realized we're completely debt-free for the first time ever, and we're living in the space between our old life and new one.
5 min read
Jun
17
What I didn't share on the blog this week...

What I didn't share on the blog this week...

6 min read
Jun
15
Large purple flowering bush (Lynn's Legacy Cenizo) in full bloom against wooden fence, showing resilience after surviving storm winds

When Mother Nature Reminds You Who's Really in Charge | Week 23 Post-layoff

58-mph winds, dead lawnmowers, and closing delays test our tiny home plans. Week 23 of our Mediterranean lifestyle transition in Texas.
6 min read
Jun
08
Vietnamese banh mi sandwich with tofu and fresh vegetables on crusty bread, served with pickled vegetables and sauce at a local restaurant.

From Mediterranean Cafes to Texas Tiny Homes: Recreating the Life We Fell in Love With | Week 22 Post-layoff

How a 2022 Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona inspired our 2025 tiny home lifestyle. From 25% housing costs to 2% - recreating European pace in America.
7 min read
Jun
01
United States Post Office building with brick facade and white overhang.

Population 638... Soon to be 640 | Week 21 Post-layoff

From post office visits to storage units, we're building the infrastructure to become residents of a 638-person tiny home community.
6 min read
May
25
St. Joseph statue next to prayer card showing the patron saint of home and family, used in the traditional home selling ritual.

Did St. Joseph Deliver? | Week 20 Post-layoff

St. Joseph worked! We got a house offer that triggered adventures including a TV purchase requiring a rental van. Sometimes imperfect action wins.
8 min read