Get away from it all
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Escape to Island Life
Discovering Solitude
Have you ever longed to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life? In the March/April 1978 issue of Mother Earth News, a fascinating story was shared about a couple who did just that. They purchased McLeod's Island, a 90-acre haven off the coast of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Living Sustainably
Embracing a self-sufficient lifestyle, the couple kept a few animals and relied primarily on the island's resources to minimize grocery expenses. However, island life came with its own set of challenges.
Nature's Unpredictability
The sea can be unpredictable, turning a tranquil bay into a stormy turmoil within moments. The couple witnessed the bay surrounding their island freezing and thawing multiple times over a single winter day, illustrating the harsh and variable climate.
Winters were particularly unpredictable. In 1976, persistent thaws left the bay filled with unstable slushy ice, stranding them on the island from January to March. Conversely, a severe cold spell the following year solidified the ice enough to allow them to trek to the mainland for supplies.
Modern-Day Freedom
Today, the internet allows many of us the freedom to work from virtually anywhere. However, this couple didn't have that option. While current details about them are scarce, their story remains a testament to the sacrifices involved in seeking solitude. Buying an island may not be on everyone's agenda, but their adventure invites us to ponder the allure of a simpler life.
For more on their journey, you can read the original article [here](http://www.motherearthnews.com/library/1978_March_April/We_Homesteaded_an_Island).
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