GM 2025.
What a year you’ve been.
Left “safe haven” Switzerland for an uncertain future in Portugal.
Experienced one of the wettest Portuguese springs since records began (almost thought we emigrated to the wrong country).
Celebrated Levi’s first birthday in beautiful Cascais.
A 10-hour blackout in April underlined our plans to become fully off-grid.
Enjoyed a perfect summer — sun for about three months straight.
Needed to flee wildfires for a week. Thankfully, the fires didn’t touch our house.
Amazed by the Portuguese autumn — like a second spring, where nature comes back to life after the intense summer heat.
Found our dream land after almost nine months of property hunting — three acres of beauty and pure potential.
Revisited Switzerland for two weeks, which confirmed that moving to Portugal was the right decision.
And so much more.
Lots of pain in letting go of the old life and old patterns. The struggles of creating a new life and settling in a foreign country. Sweat, tears, and uncertainty.
But also enjoying the adventurous spirit. Being able to catch every second of Levi growing up. And countless beautiful moments, filled with joy and laughter.
What’s left is deep gratitude for what has been and excitement for what’s about to come.
Thank you, God, for keeping your promises. Your love truly never fails 🧡
GN 2025.
2026, here we come!
#happynewyear #felizanonovo #thankful
