Why not leave it to me in your will? I will use it as a base to pursue Bigfoot. Recently two Bigfoot seekers died in Western Oregon or Washington, supposedly of exposure. Who is to say they weren't murdered by the Beast? Have you had any experiences? Heard their uncanny howling?
Plan B. Why not take an apprentice and teach him your the us…
Why not leave it to me in your will? I will use it as a base to pursue Bigfoot. Recently two Bigfoot seekers died in Western Oregon or Washington, supposedly of exposure. Who is to say they weren't murdered by the Beast? Have you had any experiences? Heard their uncanny howling?
Plan B. Why not take an apprentice and teach him your the use of your machines. Did you teach your son? Or did he have no interest?
Can you recommend a book or website on the art of poker?
Anent our discussion last week: It is said that to the elderly, life begins to take on a dream like quality, at least for some. Maybe this is what you experiencing. Or could it be too much isolation?
Plan C: Just take a break every winter. Go to Reno for a few weeks to play poker. Maybe find a nice hooker who gives the "girlfriend experience". An illusion? What isn't? How many of them really ever love us more than our cats or dogs. As long as they purr and wag their tails, right?
Will the place be safe with you gone? Do you have a neighbor you trust?
I thank you for your considered comments. My situation currently, and in the foreseeable future is that I am entirely alone, save for a neighbor across the river, whom I've known for 35+years...I would not be comfortable leaving the place vacant. My son was a trained journeyman machinist/welder...the shop was legacy, as was the orchard, and the 80+ acres of second growth timber. I do not suffer when alone, I am not lonely. The mental exercise I am experiencing, is the result of...boredom.
I spent 30+ years withdrawing from our culture and humanity in general. Our county has little in the way of cultural diversity. Living 20 minutes driving time from the nearest quart of milk means that it takes a lot of effort for criminals to "crim". I am self-sufficient beyond most expectations.
I garden, maintain the orchard and vineyard, and can maintain all facets of the home repair, as I built the house myself with one hired carpenter.
I feel that the issues in our country will be considerable, but I also feel that my lifestyle would not be impacted nearly as much as others, if at all. I have peace of mind.
The problem is one of age. In 6 months I will be 79, and then onto a Lincolnesque four score. I have lost interest in maintaining the property, and do not have an income that would allow me to hire another to do so...I always did everything myself in any case, so probably would not hire anyone if the income provided. Selling out has some superficial benefits, but would put me back into the belly of the beast I spent my life avoiding...I will probably remain on the ranch.
Bigfoot? I'd rather put stake into belief in the female orgasm. Big cats in the woods scream. Poker book? "Supersystem" by Doyle Brunson. The book shows the "how" to play, but it takes years to understand the "why".
Have the trees cut for lumber. Use the proceeds to install a state of the art security system. Inform your local sheriff and go on a two week vacation in Reno.
Money is not an issue, and I bought this place 35 years ago as a "stump farm". Had it replanted. Have a security system of sorts in place. Had a Woodmizer, and sold it last year. Little law enforcement patrol in my very remote area and cannot see the house or shop from the road, 1/4-mile driveway through the trees up to the house. I can secure the driveway, no issues.
I am not looking for a vacation or temporary break in my routine...it would serve little purpose.
Oregon is an interesting state geologically speaking.
Pick up a new hobby.
Currently trying to understand aspects of geology to help with my "gold" mining hobby.
Takes up a lot of free time and the best part is geology happened in every corner of the earth so I'm constantly looking at rocks, mountains and deserts trying to figure out what was/is going on.
There are a million hobbies to keep one occupied and entertained.
As I suggested, maybe reduce your local responsibility by shrinking your domain. Sell off parts of your land and make your current domain fit what appeals to you now.
You are sensing the change in “ambition” that aging brings on, follow your heart with this.
As others have suggested, use some of the liquidity you may achieve to spend off-seasons in warmer climes. I lived in Denver 20 years ago and wanted no part of that climate there, any more. I have no desire yet to leave Phoenix, no matter how hot the summers are.
Why not leave it to me in your will? I will use it as a base to pursue Bigfoot. Recently two Bigfoot seekers died in Western Oregon or Washington, supposedly of exposure. Who is to say they weren't murdered by the Beast? Have you had any experiences? Heard their uncanny howling?
Plan B. Why not take an apprentice and teach him your the use of your machines. Did you teach your son? Or did he have no interest?
Can you recommend a book or website on the art of poker?
Anent our discussion last week: It is said that to the elderly, life begins to take on a dream like quality, at least for some. Maybe this is what you experiencing. Or could it be too much isolation?
Plan C: Just take a break every winter. Go to Reno for a few weeks to play poker. Maybe find a nice hooker who gives the "girlfriend experience". An illusion? What isn't? How many of them really ever love us more than our cats or dogs. As long as they purr and wag their tails, right?
Will the place be safe with you gone? Do you have a neighbor you trust?
Lugh, Dis, Ben, et al;
I thank you for your considered comments. My situation currently, and in the foreseeable future is that I am entirely alone, save for a neighbor across the river, whom I've known for 35+years...I would not be comfortable leaving the place vacant. My son was a trained journeyman machinist/welder...the shop was legacy, as was the orchard, and the 80+ acres of second growth timber. I do not suffer when alone, I am not lonely. The mental exercise I am experiencing, is the result of...boredom.
I spent 30+ years withdrawing from our culture and humanity in general. Our county has little in the way of cultural diversity. Living 20 minutes driving time from the nearest quart of milk means that it takes a lot of effort for criminals to "crim". I am self-sufficient beyond most expectations.
I garden, maintain the orchard and vineyard, and can maintain all facets of the home repair, as I built the house myself with one hired carpenter.
I feel that the issues in our country will be considerable, but I also feel that my lifestyle would not be impacted nearly as much as others, if at all. I have peace of mind.
The problem is one of age. In 6 months I will be 79, and then onto a Lincolnesque four score. I have lost interest in maintaining the property, and do not have an income that would allow me to hire another to do so...I always did everything myself in any case, so probably would not hire anyone if the income provided. Selling out has some superficial benefits, but would put me back into the belly of the beast I spent my life avoiding...I will probably remain on the ranch.
Bigfoot? I'd rather put stake into belief in the female orgasm. Big cats in the woods scream. Poker book? "Supersystem" by Doyle Brunson. The book shows the "how" to play, but it takes years to understand the "why".
Thank you all again for your comments.
Have the trees cut for lumber. Use the proceeds to install a state of the art security system. Inform your local sheriff and go on a two week vacation in Reno.
Lugh,
Money is not an issue, and I bought this place 35 years ago as a "stump farm". Had it replanted. Have a security system of sorts in place. Had a Woodmizer, and sold it last year. Little law enforcement patrol in my very remote area and cannot see the house or shop from the road, 1/4-mile driveway through the trees up to the house. I can secure the driveway, no issues.
I am not looking for a vacation or temporary break in my routine...it would serve little purpose.
Man, that sounds like a little slice of heaven.
Oregon is an interesting state geologically speaking.
Pick up a new hobby.
Currently trying to understand aspects of geology to help with my "gold" mining hobby.
Takes up a lot of free time and the best part is geology happened in every corner of the earth so I'm constantly looking at rocks, mountains and deserts trying to figure out what was/is going on.
There are a million hobbies to keep one occupied and entertained.
As I suggested, maybe reduce your local responsibility by shrinking your domain. Sell off parts of your land and make your current domain fit what appeals to you now.
You are sensing the change in “ambition” that aging brings on, follow your heart with this.
As others have suggested, use some of the liquidity you may achieve to spend off-seasons in warmer climes. I lived in Denver 20 years ago and wanted no part of that climate there, any more. I have no desire yet to leave Phoenix, no matter how hot the summers are.
Good ones, Lugh.