Home is everything to me. My parents still live in the house I grew up in - we moved there before I was two, and I'm nearly forty-nine. I've lived in other places, none of which I would ever willingly go back to. I'm a bit like that with things - once I've moved on, that's it. Memories are enough (or even too much!) ð€£
And Iâm happy to have helped shed light on a new resource! When I read about HSPs a few years ago, I couldnât believe how much of my life made sense. At times, my sensitive nature has felt like a weakness. But in the last year, Iâve worked on leaning into the gifts being an HSP can offer, and itâs felt very freeing to own that yes, this is a huge piece of my personality and way of being in the world. And itâs BEAUTIFUL!
I feel these words so much. You weave together such a visceral story every time you write. I can so relate to that 'prickly' feeling - that's exactly how I felt when we first moved to Richmond, but over time it's become home. But like you said, home is so much more about the humans around you. I crave changes in my environment especially since I work from home as you know, but I'm also realizing more and more how much I need the comfort of my familiar environment to recharge. All in all, I adore you and thank you for gifting us with your words once again. I always look forward to your posts.
Oh Leah. â€ïž It always makes my heart grin when you comment on my posts. Thanks for taking the time to pause, read, and share!! The older I get, the more of a homebody I think I'm becoming.
The WFH life definitely adds a complicating dynamic to that sense of home. I think having a designated working space helps. It's been so fun to see your place come together over the last year. Can't wait to visit againâhopefully soon!
That's so true - home is also work and it's hard to separate the two. I think for someone who has had a hard time setting boundaries with my work and home life, it's difficult when I can just walk into another room and be 'at work' again. It's getting better though. :) Can't wait to have you and your lovely family visit again!
My favorite thing Iâve read all week :-) Iâd like to join you on your next visit. Good memories there for me too.
That would be wonderful. I loved our walks there. ð
Iâve lost count of zip codes, well over 20. Youâve inspired me to tap into some of those memories. Beautiful pictures and storytelling.
Over 20! Phew. How do you generally feel about all those moves? Do any stick out as a favorite?
Yes, from childhood to adulthood and now seems like Iâm staying put (maybe). With each zip code I have some awesome memories.
My favorites are the homes with my siblings, two apartments full of college memories, and where I slow danced with my baby girl.
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. ð
Awesome post, Erika!
Home is everything to me. My parents still live in the house I grew up in - we moved there before I was two, and I'm nearly forty-nine. I've lived in other places, none of which I would ever willingly go back to. I'm a bit like that with things - once I've moved on, that's it. Memories are enough (or even too much!) ð€£
I wonder if you might enjoy this: https://rebeccaholden.substack.com/p/31-were-not-moving
Thank you so much for the link about HSP. I have just learned a gazillion things about myself. #mindblown
I absolutely loved that post, Rebecca. Thank you for sharing! ð€©
And Iâm happy to have helped shed light on a new resource! When I read about HSPs a few years ago, I couldnât believe how much of my life made sense. At times, my sensitive nature has felt like a weakness. But in the last year, Iâve worked on leaning into the gifts being an HSP can offer, and itâs felt very freeing to own that yes, this is a huge piece of my personality and way of being in the world. And itâs BEAUTIFUL!
Elaine Aronâs âThe Highly Sensitive Personâ might be worth reading. ð
I'm so pleased, Erika!
And gosh, HSP - I've been reading around it and it explains so much. I'm going to seek out that book you've recommended. Thank you! ð
My pleasure!
I feel these words so much. You weave together such a visceral story every time you write. I can so relate to that 'prickly' feeling - that's exactly how I felt when we first moved to Richmond, but over time it's become home. But like you said, home is so much more about the humans around you. I crave changes in my environment especially since I work from home as you know, but I'm also realizing more and more how much I need the comfort of my familiar environment to recharge. All in all, I adore you and thank you for gifting us with your words once again. I always look forward to your posts.
Oh Leah. â€ïž It always makes my heart grin when you comment on my posts. Thanks for taking the time to pause, read, and share!! The older I get, the more of a homebody I think I'm becoming.
The WFH life definitely adds a complicating dynamic to that sense of home. I think having a designated working space helps. It's been so fun to see your place come together over the last year. Can't wait to visit againâhopefully soon!
That's so true - home is also work and it's hard to separate the two. I think for someone who has had a hard time setting boundaries with my work and home life, it's difficult when I can just walk into another room and be 'at work' again. It's getting better though. :) Can't wait to have you and your lovely family visit again!
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