Ever wondered how age changes the way people treat you? 73-year-old Margaret was heartbroken when her neighbor accused her of disturbing his peace with her walking stick and called the cops on her. Her daughter’s fierce response brought tears to Margaret’s eyes.
I’m Margaret, and at 73, I still take pride in taking care of myself. My cane helps me get around, but it doesn’t stop me from living a full life. My apartment, filled with memories of my late husband George, is my haven.
Recently, my downstairs neighbor Arnold, not a day over 37, seems to have a vendetta against my cane. He accused me of “stomping around” and threatened to call the cops.
When the police arrived, I explained the situation. They understood and reassured me I had the right to live peacefully.
I called my daughter Jessie, who joined our building’s chat group to expose Arnold’s behavior. The response was immediate: neighbors supported me, calling out Arnold’s rudeness.
Arnold eventually apologized, bringing flowers and later, banana bread. He even asked if we could get to know each other better over coffee. Surprised but hopeful, I agreed.
In the end, the kindness of my neighbors and the support of my daughter reminded me that even in a big city, there’s a sense of belonging. Arnold’s change of heart also gave me hope for a peaceful future in my cherished home.
Log cabin on 15 acres in the North Carolina mountains، Circa 1798. $249,000
This is very fantastic! Pleasant neighborhood near Boone! This cabin was built in 1798! It is located on 15 acres near Creston, North Carolina.
The home features a covered front porch, a stone fireplace, stacked stone chimney, hardwood floors, and a loft area. The property has two ponds, a creek, a barn, and a storage building. 1,360 square feet with two bedrooms and one bathroom. $249,00
Obtain ownership of a unique piece of Appalachian heritage! This 15-acre log cabin was built in 1798 and features two bedrooms and one bathroom. Maybe it’s the oldest cabin in High County that’s still in use! With its enormous stone fireplace and chimney with gas logs, hand-hewn 2-foot-wide logs, refurbished, spacious kitchen and laundry area, and hardwood floors throughout, this cabin is beautiful.
Unexpected events have delayed interior renovations, which include new lights, wiring, tongue and groove walls, and a sliding barn door.
This property has 1500 feet of concrete road frontage, two ponds, a creek, and a 16 by 20 storage building. There are multiple building sites with views spread out throughout the acres.
This area, on the North Fork of the New River, offers some of the best trout fishing in North Carolina. Mountain City, Tennessee, is 15 minutes distant, and Boone and West Jefferson are 30 minutes away. With a few updates and changes, this may become your ideal house!
A unique home and property with loads of possibilities!
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