As I write this, my friend is out in my paddock loading up a trailer with wood for her family. Her kid, nieces and nephews are patting the horses and exploring. Laughter and the sweet sound of hard work is drifting in through the open door. She wanted to pay, but I said no way. My horses graze in her Dad's paddocks for free and he has always extended a generous hand to me plus he's always up for a good chin wag (the best quality in my books). I was happy to be finally paying him back for his good nature.
It's an awesome economy this bartering one, far removed from our modern mentality and one which I vow to use as often as I can. Eggs, cakes, babysitting, whatever you can offer (and everyone has something), it's a win win really. It just takes a bit of trust and a bit of a shift in mindset. My mate keeps her family warm for the winter, my horses are fat and happy, it's all good. No money, no Mr. Bank man and a feeling of moving towards a more positive economy. Bartering is good for the soul. Change #4….the new bank.
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