Sold!

The sign in the front yard proclaims SOLD. I will issue the standard caveat about "counting your chickens before they hatch" but it looks like all is on track to close on this house in the next couple of weeks and then close on our new home in Hendersonville the very next day. It is an exciting and exhausting time. To be honest, it is more than exhausting. It is teetering on the brink of insanity. Hopefully, I will get by with a little help from my friends!
The new family that will inhabit this home are very lucky people. I met the dad yesterday and he seems like a happy guy. (The good Lord knows how I love a happy guy!) He and his wife are the parents to two pre-schoolers. Those kids get to grow up here. What a blessing for their family.
I could spend hours telling them about the house but they will discover, on their own, the magical properties of this house and land. These children will live in a house that will make them instant rock stars in elementary school. They will have a big house and a pool and a pond and woods. Oh, the memories they will make!
Many people have asked me how I can leave here. I have responded that my work is done here. Two empty-nesters found a peace in the quietness here. Now a family will have to struggle to find a little peace and quiet. It is the circle of life.

My Most Successful Gig to Date!

I have openly stated my goals were to travel and make people laugh. I accomplished both goals earlier this week. Not to brag but in showbiz terms - I killed!
It was a small venue and the client was unclear regarding his expectation for subject material. One of the traits I believe I possess is the ability to assess people and recognize their motivation. Only a couple of times have I been incorrect so I would say I have a sixth sense when it comes to dealing with people.
This client was jovial and smiled easily but laughing - not so much. He was one tough cookie but I was determined to find the way to get what I crave most, laughter.
It was obvious my regular material was not going to fit the bill. I had to dig deep and step out of my comfort zone and slide into physical humor. From the first moment it became apparent I had hit the jackpot. In the end, the performance was completely satisfying for both me and the client.
I am ecstatic to share a few minutes from my performance in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Let me know what you think!