When I chose this house, I was worried Jim wouldn’t like it.

The inside is great, it’s an open plan without hallways or doorways for him to get lost in… but the outside is woodsy. Perhaps a little worrisome for a fellow who has never lived outside the city center.

Happily, he’s amused by the antics of the small birds and squirrels who battle for dominance and birdseed. It’s a regular soap opera on our deck.

I think my excitement over each new species of bird I see, has helped to ease his fears. I react like their long lost friends coming to visit. My enthusiasm seems to be rubbing off a little.  He sits for hours watching them and occasionally will stand at the window to get a better look.

It is a relief.

This is my dream house and I was afraid he’d hate it.

So far this week, he seems content. This makes me happy.