So much has happened in the past few weeks. Weeks of preparing for and talking about our move from Iowa City to Kansas intensified the last week of May. Even though I don't care to see another cardboard box or roll of moving tape for the foreseeable future, I'm glad this move allowed us a chance to de-clutter and simplify our lives. After two days of intense packing on May 25-26, we made our way to our new home in Kansas. And boy do we love it here! It's so nice to have warm weather, a pool within walking distance, and great shopping within minutes from our house (I'm talking about COSTCO, but others like Pottery Barn and cute kids clothing stores are nice, too). Jackson loves his new home and especially the pool. He can't wait to go "wimming" every day. Kate, on the other hand, has shown us another side of her since our arrival here. The quiet, easy-going, content to just lay on the floor and be quiet little girl has been replaced by a rather demanding diva who reminds me daily that girls are definitely more emotional than boys. I'm still sifting through boxes and Jason is still in Iowa finishing his residency. And, I'm trying to get used to having a baby monitor as the kids sleep downstairs. I panic if it doesn't go off (are they alive?) and then I don't sleep when it beeps all night (sigh). So, we still have a few kinks to iron out but we're happy to be in Kansas, missing our friends in Iowa, and excited about this next chapter in our lives.
Glad you made it safely. We miss you already. :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are safe. Same thing happened to Kenzie...but she got back to being sweet. Miss you!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you made it to Kansas Safely! Oh how I hate moving, but your right...it's nice to de clutter and simplify a little bit. I can't wait to see you and baby Kate!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you are getting settled in. I have been worried about your family with the tornados, flooding and other weather-related issues. Sounds like you will be spending the summer at the pool. Miss you!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you are enjoying Kansas! How exciting to start a new chapter. I think it's funny that you mentioned Costco because that is the one down side to Iowa City, but Guess what!? We are getting one! ha it should be done by November! So if you ever are in the area you will have to stop in! Miss you guys! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see you!
ReplyDeleteHow nice to have a pool in walking distance! I wish you the best in settling into Kansas and hope to stay in touch!
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