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Post Layoff Life

Aug
17
A graphic of a clock face with the words "FINAL COUNTDOWN" in bold red text, symbolizing the last few days of a long wait.

The Final Countdown: Trash Miracles, Clean Sheets & a New Life | Week 32 - Post layoff

Our chaotic countdown to a new life brought unexpected rewards—from trash miracles to clean sheets. Join our journey to a life with less hustle and more peace!
4 min read
Aug
10
A photo of the empty lot where our tiny home will be delivered, symbolizing the future and the next step in our journey.

The Year of the Wait: Our Chaotic Journey to a Slower Life | Week 31 - Post layoff

Our chaotic year of waiting taught us valuable lessons. Join our midlifehood journey through the messiness of transition and the rewards of a slower life.
3 min read
Aug
03
Two small dogs (one white and scruffy, one black and white) lay on a concrete patio with leashes, looking out at a lake and trees in the distance.

Less Hustle, More Life: How Our Downsize GAVE Us Time (and a Lot Less Anxiety!) | Week 30 Post-layoff

Less hustle, more life. Remember those days? The ones where your calendar was jam-packed, where "free time" was
5 min read
Jul
27
A quiet tree-lined country road with sunlight at the end, symbolizing slow, intentional progress.

When You Don’t Know What You’ll Do All Day | Week 29 Post-layoff

There’s this quiet fear people don’t talk about when they leave full-time work: What if I don’t know what to do with my days?
4 min read
Jul
20
Peaceful lake reflection at sunrise in tiny home community showing the slower pace of Week 28

When Vacation Mode Becomes Real Life | Week 28 Post-layoff

Four weeks in our tiny rental, time is flying in slow motion. Here's what we're learning about vacation feelings, morning routines, and finding rhythm.
5 min read
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
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
May
11
Interior view of a tiny home with white cabinets, wooden ceiling, open concept living area with kitchen, dining space and living room with doors to porch.

Who Knew Freedom Could Come in Such a Small Package? | Week 18 Post-layoff

We ordered our tiny home while potential buyers loved our house but weren't ready to downsize their stuff. True wealth means wanting less.
5 min read