Friday, September 4, 2015

The Fence Out Back

We live in a small-town neighborhood, with houses on two sides of us and across the street, but out back it's a different story.
Behind the backyard fence is a farmer's field. 

 We're country people at heart and this open space makes town living feel more like country living.

 But, things are changing as they often do and this property is for sale. It will probably be turned into a housing subdivision. 

 We'll have to say goodbye to "our" field one day. 

 But until then, we'll observe the birds and butterflies it attracts, watch the clouds move across the open sky, enjoy the evening sunsets, and count our blessings to have had this field out back for 20 years. 

 And if we ever get backyard neighbors ... well, we already have a Good Fence.
Extending a special welcome to all Good Fences participants!
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12 comments:

  1. eileeninmdSeptember 4, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    Pretty view of the sky and field, a great fence shot. Have a happy weekend!

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    1. Tracy BatchelderSeptember 4, 2015 at 8:06 AM

      Thank you! We especially enjoy the sky view, getting to watch the storms roll in from the south and the sun set in the west.

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  2. margeneSeptember 4, 2015 at 7:28 AM

    Change is inevitable and I hope whatever change is made the transition will be smooth and your neighbors as friendly as they can be.

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    1. Tracy BatchelderSeptember 4, 2015 at 8:11 AM

      Thanks, Margene. I have every reason to believe future back fence neighbors will be just as wonderful as the neighbors we have now. Needville is a great place to live.

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  3. Tired TeacherSeptember 4, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    I miss the unobstructed view of the countryside that I had on the farm. Enjoy the open area and the view while you can.

    Robert Frost said it best in The Mending Wall, "Good fences make good neighbors."

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    1. Tracy BatchelderSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:12 AM

      We will. It might be years before the property is purchased. We can certainly hope for that anyway.

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  4. ellen bSeptember 4, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    Oh...that is a lovely view. We used to have woods at the end of our home and now there is a development there. Great shot for Good Fences!

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    1. Tracy BatchelderSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:28 AM

      Thanks so much, Ellen! We are fortunate to have had this view for as long as we have. I bet you really miss your woods...

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  5. TexWisGirlSeptember 4, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    oh, i do feel your pain. our first home was in a subdivision but we had open fields around us and we played ball with our dog in them. then they built in quickly. *sigh* thanks for linking in!

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    1. Tracy BatchelderSeptember 4, 2015 at 3:47 PM

      Yes, living in the Houston area, we've seen how fast they can turn acreage into houses. Urban sprawl may be on the way, but it hasn't reached us yet. So thankful we can drive outside of the town limits and still be in the country.

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  6. RobynSeptember 4, 2015 at 8:07 PM

    This makes me feel so good, Mom! Such an iconic view from that place I used to live...:)

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