Why I am making major changes, and why it can be good!
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- Опубликовано: 6 апр 2022
- Many of you are wondering why I’m making some major changes in my life right now… I’m here to answer your questions and also give you some perspective and my life‘s philosophy on things. Join us for today’s chat on making major changes in your life.
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It’s not mental Alex, it’s realizing what you are leaving behind for your loved ones to deal with, that’s called clarity and comes from a place of love. Just so you know, after watching both hoarder houses I began clearing things out and donating to charities, so thank you for helping me 🙋♀️😊🙏
I have been the same way lately... I grew up with hoarders as parents, and when my dad died 10 yrs ago, there was a lot to go thru... But needs to be done... Good job!:)
@@wanderlustwillows6488 I used to watch hoarders and it broke my heart, but it also motivated me to clean out things. :-))
I love watching that show too, and also breaks my heart that so much stuff has to be thrown!:(
Me too & I’m the last in my family.
Me too, at 47 after having grown up with very little I hate throwing out anything useful and found I was saving things for others and after having lost 2 of my husband and I parents and having to deal with a house full of 50 years of marriage and memories that are now stories no one shared plans never completed… and made me start to think what we are leaving behind for our kids to deal with
I found this channel at a time in my life where I felt owning so much stuff was such a burden. I was searching for minimalist living when - " I bought a hoarder house" popped up. Through your channel, I found I was content with less. Seeing the burden on families hoarding causes, I felt my decision to downsize was the right direction for me.
I’m right there with you. I got rid of approximately 75% of my belongings and although it was difficult, I don’t regret it at all. I enjoy visiting cluttered spaces, full of special “treasures”. I’m also happy to no longer be living in clutter.
Alex, my hubby and I toyed with the idea of leaving the UK to live in Spain for a couple of years. we put our house and business for sale, expecting to wait for months/years for offers…the business sold in 1 week, the house in 3 weeks. Fate stepped in and we moved our young kids to Spain 16 years ago - and don’t regret it for a second!! Things happen for a reason - go with it, don’t doubt your decisions. It takes a lot of courage to turn your life upside down, but boy! it’s great fun! Good luck with everything.
Because of Brexit most people haven’t that option anymore sadly.
Last year my daughter passed away. I also came to the realization that "things" mean nothing and began to clean my life of stuff.
Time with family is the most precious thing we have.
I think the pandemic forced many of us to assess our lives and what’s really important to us. You’re courageous for following your heart. You inspire us with your commitment to your family and community ❤️
I sincerely thank you for the thorough explanation you have given here as to why you decided to make some big changes. I have watched you work harder than anyone I have ever known, and at 74, that's saying something. You certainly deserve all the fruits of your labors, and I am happy you made this decision. I could see the toll it was taking on your health, and I have been concerned for your well being. I know it took up a chunk of precious time to give such detailed information, but I do appreciate it. All the different pieces of the puzzle came together to make perfect sense. Thank you, and God bless you and your family.
Taking your audience with you through this transition is awesome! "No fan left behind!" LOL!
Before your announcement, I mailed a package with a variety of curiosities. It is fine that it goes straight to auction. You may still enjoy unboxing it. But I was in the same mindset that I didn’t want to hang on to things for the next generation to deal with. Hopefully the items will go to homes that will put them to use. Bless you.
That was nice of you.
Your contribution to your community has made a path for others to open businesses.
**"You guys are along for the ride!"**
Nothing makes me happier. I really don't care if you take up needle pointing, watch fiddling, or the actual fiddle. I'd still happily watch! I've just been so invested in your lives so far, that you've become family to me, and I am not sad that you are doing something new. I'm just VERY happy we're coming with!
As someone who has been here for at least 4 years..I've heard about how you got into buying and selling..and it never doesn't make me feel all warm and fuzzy and kind of sad that your circumstances dictated that..but what a wonderful human being that grew from that. I love this channel and whatever you do I'm going to be 100% behind you..I too grew up helping support my family. I understand sacrifice and making decisions others may not understand..I'll be here for it all
Alex, you seem so excited and look so much more rested...keep rocking your dreams! All the best to you and your family! Katie B.
I feel like if you and your wife think its the best thing for your family- it is! I'm so excited to see whats going to be!
Thanks for the update. Your house is paid for, the store will be paid for, you will have auction income, Melissa is still working, and you are good at creating new jobs, and have a huge RUclips following. The auction house also has a win win situation. The neighborhood gains an ice cream parlor.
A peaceful mind, a loving family whom you cherish, good friends and a good night’s sleep are all important as we “go through this thing called LIFE”.
that's what life is all about!!
For a lot of people change doesn’t come easy, and those may just be the very people who are questioning your decision to do this. Change is good, and it’s your life and I’m certainly here for the new adventure. You do you for you and your family ❤️👍👍👍
I aplaude him for having the courage to do it. It is not easy to leave your safety blanket in a world like this.
@@lindaraterink6451 To be fair, I think a lot of the viewers feeling unhappy about this change are those who donated financially to the building of the store and also became emotionally invested in it through his journey on RUclips. I’m only a casual viewer of his channel, and wish him and his family well. 💕
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@@calisongbird he has always been honest over the fact that if he has too or when the time comes, that he will sell everything he owns. He is not a horder or a collector of multiples. He collects some things, but sells them just as easily if it means it has to provided for his family in some way (and that is how it sould be.) Enjoy the things for a while and let it move on. He can not keep everything anyway. The shop wasn't feeding him and or his family mentaly, so it had to go. I understand that. After loosing both my parents within 2 years of eachother I understand where he is coming from. The amount of stuff people leave behind and the family has to sift through in sometimes very short amounts of times, while they are greving is overwhelming. Alex knows life can be short and sudden and he doesn't want to leave his family that kind of legacy. So I aplaude him for putting aside that main safety blanket to provide for his family, to provide for his family on a different scale. There will be other things that will come along, the viewers can oeh and aah about. He is just that kind of guy to find amazing stuff in his live. Have some faith the glass is half full, not half empty..
Thank you, Alexander. I'm struggling with getting rid of things in my own home, and it helps to hear your perspective on "stuff". I know there's a point where you can go from "I might need that one day" to "boy, does it feel good to get rid of all this" and I'm trying to get there!
Me too and Alex is a great inspiration.
@@catty2chatty It makes me feel better that you and a few other people seem to be having the same struggles. Good luck!
I have been going through the same purging the house for six months now and it is so hard. We sold our house quickly and moved six months before we expected to so I still have two storage units packed front to back and left to right and four boxes high. We are supposed to move into our new house fingers crossed sometime this month and it will be much smaller that we are used to so I will still have to really weed out a lot of stuff. I have a lot of things that are really important to me so getting rid of them is really hard. I totally understand what the others are saying and you are not alone. Donna/Michigan
@@howardwest1347 Good luck to you - It is hard!
Watch a Hoarders episode, that gets me motivated.
Nothing wrong with your brain. New home, new surroundings, new beginnings. It's all good. 😎 Just go with the flow. We all change at many stages of our life. Your childhood, awesome story and it kept you grounded. Love the new you. Hoarder houses is my favorite.
Your situation makes perfect sense to me, a chapter closes, and the book (story) continues.
My school years were a chapter in their own right, the real chapter one was when I went out on my own. There's a RUclips channel called "Matt's off-road recovery". Matt owned a roofing company and was a roofer, he sold his interest in the roofing company; and bought a defunct towing company. His off-road recovery was an addition to that chapter. (I seem to remember you had at least one serious chapter before Curiosity Inc.)
My first adult chapter started as an engine rebuilder and ended as an R&D Machinist and Production Manager, I went on to own a commercial printing business, from there to becoming a freelance copier repairperson and computer repair and builder also a freelance graphic artist. My hobby was making real sourdough bread, my wife and I finally worked together as co-owners of a bread-baking business. That chapter ended when she died of cancer.
I suppose I'm on my last chapter...I'm 70 and my children have their own lives in another State, and I just build computers to pass the time until the end of the book.
Your next chapter will probably be an extension of everything that came before...But to repeat myself, I completely understand.
But don't let too many chapters go by before fully connecting with Mellisa, you WILL regret that.
Oddly, I wasn't too surprised at your decision. One of your recent livestreams came across to me as a crisis. Sometimes making a big decision can be exactly the right move. I wish you guys nothing but the very best and I totally support your decision. I look forward to your new adventures.
I believe I know the livestream of which you speak Tony, and it left me very concerned for Alex’s well-being also. Thank you, Alex, for sharing what was going on behind the scenes with those of us who not only appreciate your wonderful RUclips content but who have grown to genuinely care about you and your lovely family. I know what it’s like to “hit the wall”. After working 17+ years at the same job, 30 years in the field, I reached the breaking point. After much soul searching I went in to work one day, called HR & went in and handed in my resignation. I felt like the world had lifted off my shoulders. A complete change of career followed and I was even able to open a new business with a few of my new colleagues. It changed my life completely and all for the better. I wish you the very best, Alex, as you go forward into this new chapter in your life. Blessings to you and your dear family.
he also started talking so much about "it's just stuff" when he was gathering stuff for auction, when he sold the rolls and i kept thinking "but your business depends on people collecting and purchasing that "just stuff". the conflicting messages were quite glaring...i, too, knew something was up and am not totally surprised either
You all speak truth. You could see the way things were weighing on Alex. He would have 8 weeks to clean out a house and push to get it done in 2. Made me wonder how much he missed going through things so quickly. And he was handing off more and more sorting to other people. The Alex I first watched would never have done that. Glad he’s moving on to be able to move back to doing what he always wanted to do.
I love that you and your family included us in this adventure. I am 75 and would like to sell my home and downsize as I’m no longer able to manage my home and garden. Hope I can do it with as much grace as you have with all of us looking on. Many blessings and much love 💕from California
You can do it. We're in our 60s and downsized 5 years ago, built a smaller house, 14' w 30' long.
Room for us with cat and dog too. Consigned some items, antiques to auction, donate to thrift stores. Blessing other people.
**YOU SOUND SOOOO MUCH MORE RELAXED AND HAPPY!! So happy to hear you had this planned. I feared your upbringing & experiences of instability was creating a fear of things being constant, or stable. I know growing up with an alcoholic made me sabotage some things before someone else did. The only thing that was constant was change & chaos. Predictability and stability didn't feel normal. You obviously know what you are doing, have created financial stability. Cheering for happiness for you and your family!
You gotta do what you gotta do! Keep in mind Alex, that stuff has energy, and if you are energy sensitive, it can take on weight. Best wishes ❤️ to you and your family!
Leslie, what a great comment about stuff taking on weight. I love it!
Just love when people do the unexpected and actually grow as life progresses; so the best to you Alexander and Melissa ( and the kiddos 👶👶👶)- looking forward to a nice mix of adventures 😘✌🏽
Should be fun
If you'd never done anything this dramatic before, I might be more worried. But you have a track record of change and success! We're excited for your adventure. And as someone in their 40s with bad knees, I totally understand getting out of a job that stresses your back so much!
Great to hear. Do it while you're young, if you wait till you're old you get trapped in your ways.
I love watching you and your adventures. Thanks for sharing your life.
You know, you made a very profound comment, “ my business can be whatever I want it to be”. That hit a note with me and It has inspired me to stop feeling bad about changing things. Thank you.
Good on You! I made a major life change at 50yrs. Went back to school left Corp mid mang to self employed LMT. Don't regret it for a minute 🙌😁
You will never regret spending more time with the people you love. Wishing you & your family all the best on the next chapter of your story 🙏
I'm really glad to hear you're doing what's best for you. Half the fun of working toward a dream is the journey. Once the goal is achieved it can become a shackle if you won't or can't let yourself follow the next dream. So cheers to you. You'll do great at whatever you choose to do. I'm looking forward to it too.
I am sad to see that the store is going away. I had it on my bucket list to visit you one day, but I understand that you have to do what is right for you, love you guys 💕
Alex you look so much happier , just wanted to wish you and your lovely family all the very best in your new venture whatever that will be, I shall be waiting eagerly to see what comes next.
Good luck ☘️
Your ability to manifest is amazing Alex. I totally understand the feeling of things owning you not you owning things. For me it has come with middle of life age.
Alex you are a builder. You like to start a project, collection etc., build it up (clean it out, fix it up, make it awesome, free it from it's box) and then move on to the next thing to do it again. I'm not sure why people are shocked if they've been watching your for any amount of time. I wish you the best and can't wait to see more.
I'm so happy for you , Melissa and your family . You look rested today and it seems the stress is lifting . Alex you are a truly fine person and someone with your personality, integrity , and compassion will do well in whatever you decide to do . My Dad told us kids many , many years ago that you can never do wrong by following your heart . It has worked well . I changed careers only twice in my life and was very lucky to have loved both . Again , Dad influenced us by telling us , '' Work is the price you pay for the space you occupy here on earth , so choose wisely because you want to enjoy all those working days . I will be very proud of you all if you are having fun with the work you choose . It will not matter if you choose to wash windows , or build houses or dig ditches if that's what you are happy doing .'' Dad taught us principals , ethics , morals ,etc. by example ( the value of doing your job diligently and to the best of your ability ) . He believed that what goes around , comes around , so always be kind , loving and understanding . Wow , I got carried away . Sorry Alex but you do remind me of my Dad in many ways . Be well , be safe , prosper and ENJOY YOUR NEW ADVENTURES .
I will follow you channel for as long as you are posting !!!
Best of luck to you and your family keep us informed what going on in your life. God Bless you all.
Alex, In Sweden that feeling of having too much stuff and worry over leaving it to your heirs to dispose of is called döstädning, or death cleaning. I'm considerably older than you are and I feel that need to "clean house". Anyway, that feeling is not considered a mental illness, but a healthy awareness and consideration for others.
I like that thinking.
I did this one year ago and feel so light and more like myself. I heard the Swedish term afterward and was delighted. It is a very healthy thing to do.
Check out SDC- Swedish death cleaning. Lots on the fb page and books etc
Alex, it’s truly your enthusiasm that keeps me coming back. Bless you and the family ☮️❤️
Successful people keep moving forward! Do what you do best!
Hi Alex. I started watching long ago because I like antiques, a lot. Over time getting to know (some what) you and family I’ve grown a little attached. You and yours are good people and refreshing in these crazy times. I suppose I would watch even if you became a farmer. 😁
Change is good and it seems that you needed some change. I’m happy to follow along and see where life takes you.
It’s wonderful to see you saying you are less stressed. You know the important aspects of your life. Family is at the top - good for you and them.
I’d been wondering for a long time how you could keep up the pace you were living. I’m very pleased to see you making these positive changes!
GOOD FOR YOU! "Stuff" does weigh you down whether it is tangible or emotional. You will be just fine and at the end of the day, it is just STUFF!
Yay, simplification! You have had an interesting life, and seem to be able to manage and prioritize things very well! You will be fine, and great to hear you are already feeling better!
I'm sorry for calling you a sell out m8 I think I was angry as a subscriber from day one I truly look forward to watching you I was so grateful for your videos it pulled me through the worst in my life but hearing you talk openly has opened my eyes from my prospective as a sufferer of PTSD I found solice in your content that's why I hit out at you . Good luck in the future. From me and my family
Lovely apology, I wish you the very best...
@@patriciacullenbach8472 thank you everyday is a new day
Alex, if the boulder is gone from your shoulder, it is the right choice. Move on and forget what other people think. It is your life and you want for your family. Family comes first! Love ya
Many blessings wished for your family. You are making new plans, carving out more time with your family. As your children get older, they will leave home and have their own college life and adventures! So, you and Melissa, perfect timing, new home, new directions!
I’ll admit I was sad at your announcement but now that I have heard your explanation I’m excited for the great possibilities ahead of you going forward. I think it’s so rare to see someone living their lives fully, authentically and evolving true to yourself. Many of us were taken aback at first. But thinking it through - you’re a brilliant example and inspiration for living your best life. Happy to keep watching you as you continue to grow Alexander. Q- are you keeping any of the arcade games to go to your house?
That mirrors my reaction exactly. It was initially very surprising and quite disappointing, but now it makes sense. We really need to clear out our own home, and following Alex’s motto not to be attached to Stuff will surely be in our minds. Children are seldom enthusiastic about the same things you are-so true.
you are such a pure inspiration, amazing how you take on life. Sending you and your family and friends all the good vibes in the universe, hugs
I am relatively new follower but I totally love your channel and your energy but most specially your beautiful kind heart and your quirky sense of humour! What a fabulous new journey! Wishing you the most amazing adventures!
Having good sleep means you've made correct decisions. God bless and good luck, it's exciting for us to see what you will all do next.
Hello 👋 Diane, how are you doing?
Alex, I feel ya. I've made radical changes in my life, with, I feel, a lot less grounding that you have. From entering the Air Force to retiring how and when I did. To getting married, having kids, to unfortunately divorcing. Even my latest change, moving from California to Missouri three years ago. All those, in retrospect, seemed based on pure gut reaction, on a whim. So, feel ya, I understand.
This live feed answered all of my questions. My main one was do you feel a sense of relief? I'm so glad that you do and also to know that you are following your inner voice or what ever you want to call it. Sending love and blessings to all.
Good talk Alex, feels like a brick off your shoulders. Sometimes it is just a lateral move - a shift. Fun times ahead!
Looking forward to your new adventures! Best to you as you clear out. I always feel better cleaning out & I also feel need to get rid of stuff.
I'm taking part in a community yard sale this Saturday and looking forward to cleaning out the clutter.
Go with your gut Alex it seems to have done you well so far, good luck in all you do. Ignore others in the end it’s nothing to do with them. It you and your family that matters.
I can relate to the last few years you have been through. I lost both of my parents last year, had a total hip replacement, and then retiring from my job. I had to settle my uncle’s estate and my parents things. It is very tough. Sometimes change is best.
I totally get your feeling about things feeling a little suffocating and energy draining. The same thing happened to me too after losing the most important people to me in a short period of time. Onward and Upward!
I have no clue how you did it. And I’m a full time caregiver trying to become an RN. School is brutal. And yes, you are a perfect example of it “being okay to change your life”. You’re doing it for the right reasons, much like I’m trying to do as in further my career (sure the $ will be much better) where I can go home saying that I’ve helped someone today. Family is always #1 in my book!
I am so looking forward to your future adventures! I was not surprised at all. I am absolutely thrilled for you and your family. It will be the best years of your children's lives, you are moving into a new home, and new adventures for all. I am so happy for you all!!! Great decision on your part Alex and Melissa!!!
I am 67 and for years the stuff in my house is weighing me down as well as my house snd property. I want to do what you are doing and you have given me incentive to do so. It sounds like so much work. Wish me luck!
Wow! Alex, you are such an inspiration! I too have so much ‘stuff’ which needs clearing. It’s not about the money, so much as making mental and physical space. I love your priorities, and twice you mentioned the word ‘joy’, what a great feeling. Thank you for sharing your life, with all its ups and downs and twists and turns. Greetings from the UK.
Your memory is VAST!
You spent a lifetime developing a great circle of supporters and friends around you that have skills and talents.
We love watching you& your family!
Move on and spread out!
Congratulations on your ability to see your family’s needs and stepping forward!
That's great Alex! I think it's exciting to see what is to come! I don't know why people, strangers, feel the need or the right to question your decisions and need explanations in great details. Your a business man, it's called evolving your business - change and adjust as you progress which is a sign to me, as a great business person. And for factoring your family - a great family man.
Many of us want to break out and change direction, but many of us dont have the guts to do it. It takes bravery. You are brave and a good example for us all. Good luck with the new, and take care of the old you are keeping! Cheers to the future!
I've always admired how you've been able to buy cool stuff, enjoy it, and move it out with such skill. I'm just learning this skill. Instead of cash flow, I have trash flow. Blessings on your head.
So glad you realized you were losing precious time with your family. Looking forward to seeing what's next. The best part to me is to see you looking rested and happy.
Great job answering so many questions, Alex. Good luck to you and Melissa getting everything sorted for the upcoming Auctions and various property sales etc.
After spending the last 3-4 years decluttering my late brother's house, my in-laws house, and looking ahead to when I will need to declutter my elderly mother's house, I can totally get it. I have started doing the same in my life. Getting things that my children have asked for to them, getting rid of things that they don't want. And then decluttering items that we can give away and allow others to enjoy. My grandmother died and had so few items in her apartment. She had given away the items to her grandchildren, donated to things that needed to be let go, and had only what she needed. I hope to do the same for my children. And I totally understand the focus on your family. I am now in to making memories...not leaving stuff for them to deal with. Hugs to you and Melissa and your children on your next chapter!!!
I'm happy for you, my best wishes to you and your family. You have inspired me today to take a chance and embrace some change in my life.
Proud of you! You’re very brave to make a decision that’s right for you and your mental health. Congrats!
Alex, you don’t have to explain yourself to us viewers but thank you for sharing anyway. Your well-being has to be your no# 1 priority and I happily will be a cheerleader for you and your beautiful family
You have to do what works and feels right for you and your family. It's just sad for some of us to see you give up the aspects of your business that you struggled over, like the permits and building issues with the store, etc. I am sure it will all be interesting, as time goes on, though. Best of luck, Alex. I'll keep watching and I'm sure your channel will continue to grow, too. Good Luck!!
Wow Alex - this is Wonderful!! I am so happy for you. Thank you for giving the background of your life. At your young age, it is so healthy to make those career shifts. I think this leads to more and more success and happiness - nothing ventured, nothing gained. Your kids are learning from just watching you. You are a person of integrity. I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and father-in-law. I will never forget the video you and your wife made about his passing. It was truly heartbreaking and such a tragic story of how this pandemic took the lives of many - way too soon. It feels like re-birth to follow your story now and I can hardly wait to see what adventures lie ahead! I don't know if you are a follower of God but I believe he has a plan for every life. We each are his masterpiece - made for loving and serving others. You are doing this.
Good for you, Alex. Taking charge and following your instincts is something I didn't learn until I was almost 50. You're ahead of the game!
I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul. Change can be exciting! Good luck in whatever you take on!
Pausing 15 min in to say "Congrats!"
The June/July content I'd like to see is a family road trip. The antiques you don't auction immediately will be fine in storage. Go 2hile you have a gap. Drive cross country to see the other side & sights along the way.
You're always working. You'll find so many ways to get back to work as the store closes. Just take time, make time, for a family trip. 💕💕
Glad to see you’re following your dream.
Both of my parents died in the past decade after living on the same farm for 60 years and it is a huge monumental task. In our case the value of the contents of all of the buildings were not financially worth a public auction to do it more quickly. Best of luck to you and your family. I get it…
As you say Alex, “you can’t take it with you” so it’s perfectly understandable why you are selling everything. It’s cleansing and therapeutic and freeing you up to spend more time doing what you want to do, including more precious time with your family. Win win. 👏
You have so many talents, you will be successful in whatever endeavours you pursue. The neighborhood people will miss you.
I also worked in retail management for many years for different big box stores, and can honestly say I never had a district manager as good of a person or as nice as you. My DM's all used fear as their motivation tool and were basically just horrible people. I would have LOVED to have you as a manager!
I worked with people like that too… never liked those tactics
enjoy your new life, you have well and truly earned it, ❤to you and your family
When your work no longer sparks joy, it's time to move on. Though I won't lie, it's a little bitter sweet. Looking forward to the next adventure and, more importantly, YOU seem much happier and well rested than you have a
In a while. ❤
It's ok. You do what is best for you and your family.
Sounds like a wise choice overall. Many RUclipsrs seem to reach a point where content stalls or things change, and they falter, not sure where to go from there, but your channel always has fresh content BECAUSE you are willing to switch gears, even if it means taking big risks or making seemingly drastic decisions. Your business philosophy has served you well and set you and your family up well for the future.
wow, a family fixer at nine years old! I'm glad your experience was financially empowering. Your life story is amazing! Thank you for sharing. As Jody stated in her comment, watching you channel has given me extra impetus to clear out a life accumulation of " stuff", much of it after my husband's passing and not being able to evaluate all of those belongings.
I’m happy for you! You are a Wise man Alex! I understand how you feel! Been “downsizing” for a couple years, I don’t want to leave stuff for my family to deal with!
You have the right idea. Nothing is more important than family. I am living with my son and daughter in law and only have my bedroom stuff that they will have to dispoae of when it comes my time. I learned a long ime ago that nothing was more important than family. I can tell you have been really busy. You have done so much in such a short time. Amazing.
So many of us are reflecting on our lives and making changes. It’s in the air.
Congratulations!! Do it - I've been either too scared or no idea which direction to go. Keep on going, I'll be watching!
I’m looking forward to seeing what you do in your new workshop. If I remember correctly, it was your visit to Josh’s workshop that sparked the desire for a larger home with a garage you could really work in. Whatever you do, it’s gonna be awesome 🌻
I was shocked when you said you were closing the shop, you are so good at what you do.
But hearing you speak about your success in changing direction in your life and the fact that the shop actually got in the way of buying and selling antiques, it all makes perfect sense.
Looking forward to the next phase of Curiosity Inc. Congrats to you and your family.
You're doing the right thing Alex. When your heart is no longer into something or things start becoming too much it's time for a change. My dad & grandpa owned a gas station/store/tire shop business for many years. My dad had colon cancer and survived that then a few years later he decided to retire (Grandpa already did) and sell the business. It was a hard decision to make because we were such a huge part of our little country community and we loved it. But being there from 4:30am - 6pm seven days a week and taking care of all of the day to day stuff involved with running a business was wearing him down, even with us helping out there. He'd be so tired by early afternoon that I'd come in and tell him to go home which he would but his mind was still at work. It was such a relief to him and us when that stress was gone. I recently lost him. I pass by the old store which is vacant now and it does get to me sometimes but I am thankful Dad got to enjoy life for many years before his passing. I know you'll have fun and interesting things planned. Looking forward to it.
I wish you all the best Alex.
You're such a great person.
So happy you saw the light while you're young. The life you share with your wife and children should be your # 1 focus. God blessed you with a soulmate and children ..not with things. Each day is a gift..make it matter. I wish you & your family the very best.
Can't thank you enough for your kindness in telling/ filling in more of the story behind this decision.
It all makes absolute perfect sense with this additional info.
Standing with you in whatever you do.