Beginning streaks of forest crimson, winked
with orange and gold in a crystal dawn. This is our sanctuary
here at Merrily Farms, beautiful in all seasons, but today,
the summer solstice, of all days the mountains are a delight.
They are cool, magnificent with their never ending change
and so peaceful in the dawn.
This is why after thirty years of successful
city living Merri and I moved here for a simpler life here
at Merrily Farms. Because you may have similar desires
we have created a sanctuary of peace, quiet and green that
you can now share here on the farm.
Plus we have classes and many types of
workshops and courses on health and wealth you can attend.
If you have been yearning for a sanctuary
away from the hustle and bustle of modern life day don't
be surprised. Simple living is a growing trend.
A USA Today front page article, entitled, "Tech's
tyranny provokes revolt" highlights this fact and
points out that 108 million investors no longer desire
to get onto the internet. 60% of consumers have stopped
buying the latest high tech gadgets and devices. 42% of
PC owners believe that technology is advancing too quickly.
40% of PC owners believe that technology is too complicated
and that last year 29 million adults stopped using the
net.
The article tells of one Silicon Valley
executive who despite a big salary and Wharton MBA lives
in a one bedroom apartment furnished only with history
books and a used TV. This executive drives a ten year old
Nova and he and his wife sleep on the floor on a comforter
and two pillows. This family feels that technology is a
tool to make things of lasting value, not something to
enslave them. The article tells of another high tech employee
who has cut back on T.V watching, stopped carrying his
cell phone and shifted from auto commuting to riding his
bike five miles to work each day. As the world's pace quickens
and multi-tasking overwhelms the majority, others are moving
in the opposite way. All of us want to escape sometimes.
Simplicity is in. We all need
a sanctuary where we can immerse ourselves in nature
and recharge our batteries.
Here you can have it all. There is no
TV and not even much radio. At night instead we watch the
Milky Way and clear, bright stars. They replace the nonsense
of the mass media. Their message is so much more clear!
But we do have broadband and
free long distance calls!
Our water is pure, spring fed. No chlorine
from these mountain springs guaranteed! Cell phones don't
work up here, unless you climb the highest ridge. The most
high tech thing we see or hear is a distant tractor.
Join us while it’s hot down below.
Take gentle hikes over the creek and through the library
to the office in lieu of commuting and road rage. You might
even scare up the Great Blue Heron that lives at the end
of the creek.
Instead of waiting in long lines at the
super market, stroll through the garden and pick up thick
cucumbers, crisp, fresh lettuce and sweet ears of corn.
We love this simplicity and bet (have bet and are betting)
that you will too.
You want to spend some time with Merri
and me, you are invited to join us at the courses we conduct
here on the farm. If you can't attend a course, but need
to just get away and want to enjoy a peaceful, quiet of
farm life, we have farm houses, cabins and a wonderfully
converted guest barn where you can stay. Send Merri a note
and ask her about our R&R at Merrily Farms. merri@littlehorsecreek.com You
can see beautiful images of Merrily Farms at www.littlehorsecreek.com
There is an investment benefit as well.
As society shifts and the demand for simplicity grows so
too do our land values around here. Come visit and look
for real estate investments such as the bargains offered
by real estate broker, Trey Morrison.
This gorgeous 2.3 acre lot is the perfect
place for that cabin in the woods you've always wanted.
Features include abundant wildlife, natural rock outcroppings,
and breathtaking views! $70,000
Want an inexpensive getaway place? Just
bring your furniture, all the work has been done on this
tastefully decorated cottage. Only 4 miles from town. Beautifully
landscaped lawn for easy care. Only $108,000!!
Try this 3BD 1 BA 1184 sq/ft home for $159,000…
Check out this rustic 2BD 2BA quaint Stonebridge cabin
perfect for vacation home. Vaulted ceilings in greatroom
with fireplace. Second bedroom is a loft bedroom. Partial
basement with single car garage underneath. $229,000.
You can reach Trey
Morrison at treymorrison@bellsouth.net
Learn more about fighting inflation by
investing in emerging currencies, gold, silver, Ecuador,
import-export, overseas markets and more. Join Merri, Thomas
Fischer from Copenhagen and Steve Marchant from Ecuador
and me at our September 15-16-17, 2006 International Business
and Investing Made EZ course in North Carolina. Review
where to invest and do business now and learn which markets
and currencies may be strong in the year ahead. Learn more
about Ecuador import and export from Steve. Our May course
was overbooked and the September update is coming along.
Our free accommodations here on the farm are reserved on
a first come first served basis so do not delay! Go to http://www.garyascott.com/catalog/ibeznc.
Until next message, good investing and
health to you.
Gary
