Achieved a House of Mine

Happiness looks gorgeous on anyone, doesn't it? So how can you execute your dreams to come alive quicker than conceivable? Continue reading to ascertain how our goal came true.

This one is for those that said it will never happen ;)

Growing up in a corner one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn with a family of five instilled values in me that I wasn't cognizant of. It never once occurred to me that we escalate up four long staircases numerous times a day. It never troubled me to share a tiny bathroom/bedroom with five people. All I cherished was the games we created of cars passing by as we gazed out the window. Playing outside with different kids in the apartment building and random kids from our neighborhood. Walking 45 minutes to school each morning, rain, snow, or desert-like heat days. And an additional 45 minutes home after school. I was living my life daily as a kid, believing this is the good life. I presume the one thing I may have craved back then were Swedish Fishes.

Until the tragic day arrived where we went from a really content family of five to a scarred family of four. As we looked for a change of scenery to move on, we ended up moving into a single-family home with my Aunt & Uncle. After a few years, they desired to raise their family of five in a borough more to their liking.

Which directed us to move again. I was completely oblivious that this was now the beginning of a very long-drawn and challenging journey. We moved into a basement nearby. It was just the four of us and roughly a thousand and ever-increasing cockroaches. After completing my homework, I remember each night, I would spend, on average, an hour scattering the bait all over so that I can sleep without fright. Once again, I was troubled only by the cockroaches and not by the size of our place.

From there on, we moved from basement to basement. Until I proceeded to college, where I stayed in a dorm at my university. As life moved on, I continued moving as well. It was always about the location or, more particularly, the people who created the place's value. I lived with roommates, in small attics, or second floor. And each time, I always loved my home.

This blog's moral is that you value your people's surroundings more than materialistic means when you lived through tumultuous times. We all appreciate excellent assets. However, for those who prioritize status over people; unfortunately, inner happiness will never find them or vice versa. Be cognizant of what you yearn for. What are the values you can carry or pass on? A perspective I genuinely believe in is that when you are noble to those around you, and when your intentions are pure, happiness will come hastening towards you. After every storm illuminates a rainbow. If you encountered moments of unfairness, never feel it's beyond.

Belief, courage, and the virtue of your heart has your back. Never give up on yourself. People and things come and go. When they arrive, appreciate them. When they go, enjoy it even more because it was better for you in the long run. I learned the hard way that I had to let go of a lot of grief, and I continue to do so. I need to make room for positivity in my life. If people don't understand you after X amount of years, quit trying so hard. Let go & Let God. Trust yourself. Saturate your mind with pleasant thoughts about your self-worth, ambitions, and aspirations. Feed your soul with a healthy mindset.

It doesn't matter how large and beautiful your home is; if your heart and mind don't feel right, you will never be content. At age 30, Hubby and I purchased a beautiful ranch condo in Plainfield, Illinois. Our first home ever. I was so excited, and I renovated it to a glamorous design. I received compliments after compliments. Although often at times, I found myself gazing in the master suite mirror, expressing to myself, asking, "Aneela, if you ever had the chance to leave this state, would you leave your beautiful home?"

I battled an answer for four years. Yet when opportunity knocked, 269 boxes were packed in less than a blink of an eye! I left, or call it ran towards the anticipated happiness. I knew it. I felt it within me loud and clear. I had to listen to my inner soul.

That's when I discovered Greenwich, Connecticut. A beautiful and most welcoming town. The four of us moved into a one-bedroom 700-feet condo for a year. Talk about downgrading. We went from 1800 square feet to 700 square feet, and that too with an extra family member, baby Aliyah.

Did I miss my home, heck yea! Enough to desire to go back, Heck NO! I met the most wondrous souls during my first week here. I honestly started falling in love again, only this time not with a person, but rather a town.

Eventually, we moved to a two-bedroom condo where we spent the brunt of our years, building more connections and falling in love with the community.

After 6 years, we needed to downsize again from 1400 square feet to 900 square feet and, once again, an added family member, baby Faaria Safa. Was it hard? Initially, however, we made it work. We enjoyed this place more than any place we lived in previously. We were growing from within, realizing the actual value is who you share the space with rather than design and size.

The move was life-changing for me, mostly. Here is where I fell in love with MYSELF. I discovered myself—my true self. I actualized what it meant to stand your ground. Fight for what you sincerely believe in. This tiny condo became my greatest happiness, my safe haven, vacation home, comfort corner. I found tremendous joy here. The happier I became, the more emphatic and influential souls walked into my life. I recognized that I wasn't in love with merely the town or now, even just the lovely people; I was one of the beautiful people that make this community what it is.

Thus back to the theory of possessing a beautiful home doesn't secure your life beautifully. It is more about grasping what you desire that makes life attractive. It is when there is an evident, and concise distinction between a decision, and you know where you stand or not willing to budge. It's described as inner happiness.

Having sacrificed copiously, we crave to stop at a certain point and say, "No more for now. That is enough."

That's where I was a few months back. I knew 100,000%. I am thrilled living here, and nothing will stand my way. I carried full faith in God and my mind that despite the shit I am facing, the tension radiating my way, my moment to shine, is quickly to emanate. I knew it. So here goes: Voilà - Our First Home in Greenwich, Connecticut.

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Behind the Scenes of Our New Home

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I wasn't sure what that silver lining was going to be. Though I perceived that I will be rewarded for all my recent sufferings and my perseverance. Good things come to good people. No matter how much people talk behind your back or don't accept you, it doesn't matter. As long as you know that you tried everything in your power to sustain a balance. To continue waking up daily, affirming, "dont worry, you can get through this. This too shall pass," these are the vast signs of strength, faith, and power.

I never gave up on my vision. No matter how close it was to crashing. Many days it felt like sand sweeping through my fingers. Still, I held on to what I could.

My positivity, firmness, tenacity, intensity, determination, fortitude, mind, perseverance, and, literally, my gut all battled hard not to fall. Although I experienced moments where I could nearly feel I was crumbling. Even on my knees, I retained my posture firm and didn't permit slumping.

You see, when you ultimately fall in love with yourself, your mind does too, it feels good. It begins to experience precision not experienced before. And when the mentality is apparent, the thought that comes its way is always positive, confident, and healthy. It knew it had to make something happen, and so it did.

As you can see, we newly purchased our first single-family home. This home is in the precise location I dreamt of for years and years. I asked God for a home on this street; as ludicrous as it sounds, I asked anyway. I prayed for a home within the corresponding school district (a tiny one), a white kitchen, a fireplace, a garden, a yard, a basement, a private business section, a bathroom with stonework, lots of windows, rooms for all my kids, a garage, a large driveway, a deck, and stones on the home.

Look at these Peppers from our garden!!!

Sunlight has Become our new Best Friend!!!

YES, my wish list was unending. Except aren't wishes free and unlimited? Ergo why not ask? Ask, and you shall receive, right? This cache was right under our nose for years, and we never noticed it. All those times I prayed, I had no inkling our blessing was idling for us literally around the corner. Do you believe in coincidences? Do you believe in God? Do you believe in dreams coming true? Do you believe in the power of the mind? Well, if you didn't before, now here's another reason.

Everyone perpetually assured me I will never afford a home in Greenwich or let alone on the East Coast. Besides the fact that these animadversions are entirely unnecessary, it goes against a person conveying their dreams to you. Let people utter. People don't make things happen. Your faith, your beliefs, and the power of your mind do.

I stayed rigid and robust, knowing that something is anticipating. I was composed as I was content with my 900 square feet condo. Although I prayed for more, I never lessened gratitude for what we had. Always be thankful and keep your mind focused on future ambitions. I was there and so, life was complete.

The happier you are, the more content you will continue to be.

Happiness looks gorgeous on you. Always keep it that way!

Happily yours,

Aneela K.

I would love to introduce our agent Jarret Mucci. If you are looking for a most wonderful and easy experience;

Meet Jarrett!

Jarrett Mucci

Jarrett walked into our lives at the perfect time. As soon as I met him, integrity was screaming loud and clear. Purchasing a home and moving is hard enough. With a million and one possibilities, it is a blessing to have Jarrett work with you through the rigorous process. I can’t count the copious times he texted, ‘No worries, I’ll take care of it.’ And that, my friends, is a game-changer. I was prancing around while Jarrett literally took care of it all. From the point of contact till closing, we were in such good hands. I trusted him more than I trusted myself. He is a hundred percent professional, always polite, and extremely knowledgeable. He will literally make your dreams come true.
p.s. True Story: “Jarrett you don’t know me, I am very picky it could take me a year to find a place.” We had an offer the following week. Surreal yet SO REAL!

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