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Sep
28
Completed king-size bed in tiny house loft with green blanket, showing successful bedroom setup with adequate headroom clearance

From Camping to Functioning in 399 Square Feet | Week 37 Post-layoff

Our exhausting week transforming from camping in our own tiny house to actually functioning. Bed frame modifications, organization wins, and hard-earned lessons.
6 min read
Sep
07
View from screened porch showing feet resting while looking through open French doors into tiny house living room

Not what we expected: Getting our keys and first look inside | Week 35 Post-layoff

Getting our keys and first look inside our tiny house after 76 days of waiting - plus the Labor Day surprise that changed everything. Here's the real story of utilities, orientation, and our first look inside as actual owners.
5 min read
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
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
15
Large purple flowering bush (Lynn's Legacy Cenizo) in full bloom against wooden fence, showing resilience after surviving storm winds

When Mother Nature Reminds You Who's Really in Charge | Week 23 Post-layoff

58-mph winds, dead lawnmowers, and closing delays test our tiny home plans. Week 23 of our Mediterranean lifestyle transition in Texas.
6 min read
Jun
08
Vietnamese banh mi sandwich with tofu and fresh vegetables on crusty bread, served with pickled vegetables and sauce at a local restaurant.

From Mediterranean Cafes to Texas Tiny Homes: Recreating the Life We Fell in Love With | Week 22 Post-layoff

How a 2022 Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona inspired our 2025 tiny home lifestyle. From 25% housing costs to 2% - recreating European pace in America.
7 min read
Jun
01
United States Post Office building with brick facade and white overhang.

Population 638... Soon to be 640 | Week 21 Post-layoff

From post office visits to storage units, we're building the infrastructure to become residents of a 638-person tiny home community.
6 min read