Many of us don’t expect a gift to fulfill our dreams or lead to a significant lifestyle change. However, that’s what precisely happened when my husband’s gift (sorry, no spoiler) kindled a shared dream to relocate our family.  

Dreams give us hope; they connect us to goals and potential glimpses of a future yet to be realized. Maybe you’ve always wanted to live in a different state or country, or relocate from town to the country or vise versa. You might adore where you live, but you’d love to spruce up your home. Not all our dreams will come true. Some are passing thoughts. Others stay with us until we take that first step to bring them about … to live them to the fullest. Perhaps you’ve been mulling over a dream for months, or maybe even years because you’re not sure. Here are some helpful questions to ask:

What do I want for our family?

Do we Want to Change our lives?

How can we make it happen?

The answers to these questions helped my husband and me make the decision to move. We missed who we had been as children: country off-springs. We wanted our sons to have the same experiences, so we figured out how to make it happen.

Your dream is important, even if it isn’t to create a rural lifestyle. Working to fulfill a dream ignites purpose and enthusiasm. This is powerful. It can encourage your children, spouse, family, friends, and co-workers.

Be inspired through our experiences and useful tips applicable to most people by preordering Country Perks and Grit today, while it’s discounted! You’ll find a bit of humor, arduous and sometimes scary events, leading to a fulfilling adventure.