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Changing Times - Hive Power Up Day: 1 May 2025 by lizelle

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· @lizelle ·
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Changing Times - Hive Power Up Day: 1 May 2025
Downsizing from a large property is a daunting task, but as my son said, Mom, you have to start early. He knows from experience. When they decided to emigrate, they thought they had plenty of time. But we all know how time has a way of running away with us!

The first step was doing a stock take, next deciding what to keep, give away, and what to sell. 

The most daunting was the thought of sifting through all the memories - photos, letters, cards. And the books, which I have enough of to start a library. I have piles of these memories with names attached, cannot keep it all! 
I have been a busy bee!

![HIVE PUD MAY 2025.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/lizelle/AKWz1GDeqRFaHvnp3mN7S9jEAMBXeJsP1WKMmyM1WmMztSDYYDFCo6tYUj6F95k.jpg)
<center><sup>Edited Graphic from Canva</sup></center>

How does it feel?

Freeing, and way 'lighter'.

I've not been happy with the agents selling my home; I told them we need to get a professional photographer. I stupidly gave them a sole mandate, but that's coming to an end this month. I've lived in this home since the day I got married, so this is the first time I'm selling property - my excuse for not listening to my instinct. 

The brother of a long-time friend, does real estate photography and came down for a family wedding. 

Naturally, being the Father of the Bride, he brought his photography gear along. I knew he had a tight schedule, and getting him to do it was impossible, so I did not even ask.

Josh called me early on Tuesday:
> Lizzie, you and Bonginkosi are going to be busy today.

*What do you mean?* I asked

> My brother is coming to do a photo shoot, you only have a couple of hours to do some magic. 

What! A dream come true, as I know him and trust him. The agents weren't listening.

Fortunately I keep my home spick and span, and had already removed dated sentimental decor items and moved the layout of some rooms. The photographer assured me he would do the final touches.

What an insightful and lovely afternoon. He gave me some good tips on how to move forward with the pending sale.
Also pointed out that it's all for the good, as I could very well have made a hasty decision on where to go, as I've changed my mind again. Will let you know all about that. 

![Doze divider bee.gif](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/lizelle/23u6ZA1sKuC6Pw5LdhwsMbj6WDQ8HK6qgF3gig8N9b3wbqTis3tsSWLtaAkb1wVXa13AJ.gif)
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###### What is [Hive Power Up Day](https://peakd.com/hive-122221/@hivebuzz/pud-202505) and why do we power up?
@hivebuzz has been encouraging Hivers to power up on the first day of every month, and this is what they say:
* The first reason is to have fun and get a badge!
* Strengthen your influence on the blockchain with stronger votes on content, proposals and witnesses.
* Earn more curation rewards. The more Hive Power you have, the more you can potentially earn back
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##### My Power Up
Bookings were at an all-time low in February and March, but is picking up again, so I was able to power up 250 Hive Power today, taking me to 27,189 HP. 
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For the first time in a long while, I am excited, and look forward to the future again with my pending move. 

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@alborhada ·
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It's not easy to sell the house where you've lived most of your life, but if it's for the best, it's worth it. Success and blessings 🎉
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@lizelle ·
Thank you @alborhada, I think it will be in the long run.
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@hivebuzz ·
Congratulations @lizelle! You received a personal badge!

<table><tr><td>https://images.hive.blog/70x70/https://hivebuzz.me/badges/pud.s3.png?202505020005</td><td>You powered-up at least 100 HP on Hive Power Up Day! This entitles you to a level 3 badge<br>Participate in the next Power Up Day and try to power-up more HIVE to get a bigger Power-Bee.<br>May the Hive Power be with you!</td></tr></table>

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@papilloncharity ·
What we have discovered is that the best thing to rent first for a couple of months to get a feel for the place, and the community. But of course, one has to have enough bucks to do this. Also rather find recommended estate agents, with good track records, before going in cold.
Just our way of looking at things.
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@lizelle ·
Thank you Zac, that is sound advice. I am treading carefully with where to go, appreciate the concern.
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@riverflows ·
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Where are you moving? Sorry I've missed this. It must be hard to sell but I guess once you have made the decision.... And yes it must be liberating minimizing, as it were. 

Real estate agents are as bad as lawyers. 
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@lizelle ·
Hi River, I have a couple of options, all on the coast. My heart and head is now thinking of a village that's a surfer's paradise (not that I surf😉) A friend's children and grandchildren surf competitively and live there. She's also heading that way if things work out.
And it's just under 2 hours from where I was born!
Yes, it wasn't an easy decision, but I'm ready for a move now.
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