House hunting -- always trying. More houses will come along -- stick it out for the house that's right. It's a shame to walk away from the big Victorian just because it's too big. If you can swing it $$-wise, buy it. You can always block off part of the house so you don't heat it to cut down utility costs.
As a former landlord, getting involved with the rental deal can work out great or it can work out really, really badly.
Think about a house-sharing/co-housing deal with someone you know as a possible approach. Or open an in-home daycare center 
Good luck!
Thanks, Bluebird.
Hey, nice to hear from you. It's been a long time.
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