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I’ll be the first to say it—selling your family home can feel like breaking up with an old friend. Not the dramatic, flip-the-table kind of breakup, but the soft, tearful “you’ll always be a part of me” kind. Because homes? They’re not just walls and shingles. They’re memory keepers. They hold belly laughs in the kitchen, baby’s first steps across the living room floor, the smell of cookies baking, and yes—even that unfortunate DIY paint job that turned the guest room into a lavender explosion. (We’ve all been there.)
As a real estate agent, a homeschool mom, a homesteader, and a woman who holds family tighter than a jar of homemade strawberry jam, I understand this process on more than just a professional level. I’ve walked families through closings with tears in their eyes and smiles on their faces—because moving on doesn’t mean forgetting. It means honoring your past while making room for something beautiful ahead.
Let’s talk about the emotional side of selling your family home—and why it’s okay to feel all the feels along the way.
🏡 It’s Not “Just a House”—It’s Your House
This is the place you brought babies home to. The porch where your husband drank coffee before the world woke up. The hallway where your kid ran around in a superhero cape for two straight years. This house held your people, your seasons, your chaos and calm. So yeah, it’s not weird to cry at a for-sale sign. It’s human.
You’re not being “too sentimental.” You’re being real.
❤️ Saying Goodbye the Right Way
When I work with families preparing to sell, I encourage a little ceremony—not fancy, just intentional. Walk through each room and say goodbye. Take a family photo on the porch one last time. Write a letter to the new owners wishing them love and laughter under the same roof.
Let the tears come, but don’t forget to smile. Because those memories? You’re taking them with you.
✨ The Joy in What’s Ahead
You’re not closing a chapter. You’re flipping to the next page—and spoiler alert: it’s going to be good. Maybe this move means more land for chickens (highly recommend 😉), more kitchen space for baking, or simply less stress and more peace.
Whatever the reason, trust this: you are not losing your home—you are gaining clarity, freedom, and the next best version of your life.
And if your next home has a walk-in pantry? That’s called growth, friend.
🙋♀️ I’m Here to Walk It With You
Selling your home isn’t just about pricing and paperwork—it’s about people. It’s about honoring your story while preparing the path for someone else to begin theirs.
At Chickens, Cookies & Closings, I don’t just sell houses—I help families transition with grace, gratitude, and a whole lot of heart. I’ll hand you the tissues when you need them and the keys to your next chapter when the time is right.
Whether you’re ready to list or just thinking out loud, I’m here. With a hug, a plan, and probably a cookie.
Ready to Talk It Out?
If you’re considering selling your family home and your heart’s a little tender about it, I get it. Reach out and let’s chat—no pressure, no pushiness. Just honest conversation with someone who knows that homes aren’t just where we live, they’re where we become who we are.
📩 Let’s connect: 909.301.1107 or SamSellsDreams@Gmail.com
📱 Follow me on Instagram @ChickensCookiesClosings for more heart, home, and humor.
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Remember: You’re not letting go of your memories. You’re carrying them into your next season—with joy, purpose, and maybe just a little extra closet space.
With love and listings,
Samantha
Your Homesteading Realtor with Heart
