I didn’t really know what to expect going into this project. I was scared. I was terrified. And what I found was a place I now call home. And dear friends who have helped me to see my true potential. It’s only been one month – and I’m already starting to find myself.
On my last day at Great Oaks Manor – Carey Gravelle the innkeeper said to me: “You know, if you end up with any gaps in your trip, you’re always welcome to come back here. You’re like family now.” And that gave me the courage to tell her something I’d been thinking about for over a week. Great Oaks Manor has an amazing soul. The city of Richmond is a hidden gem in the midst of sprawling chaos.
I told Carey, “I know you’re going to think this is crazy. But I’ve already decided that when you’re done running this Bed & Breakfast – I’m going to buy Great Oaks Manor from you. The soul of this house calls to me. I’m going to buy it and make sure it never gets torn down.”.
And I meant every word.
The last weekend that I stayed at Great Oaks Manor we threw a Cajun Christmas Dinner. You can tell from the pictures that we had an amazing time.
Now I must be moving along – because new adventures await.