I can't find it

Well, I am to the point in my unpacking that I am beginning to lose motivation. I can't find this and I can't find that....one thing I really can't find is the cord for the camera to hook up to the computer so I can download photos...very frustrating.......I have a dozen little boxes and piles to sort and purge...many are things I should have made trash before we ever got here but failed to handle! YUCK. I wish now there was a magic move in wand to make it happen, where is Broom Hilda or My Fairy Godmother when I need her!
Otherwise, it is Friday. Day five a of good week. Girls have enjoyed school everyday and made new friends each day. Addison went to Brownies yesterday and loved the group and I loved the leader! She is so cool, little liberal and a lot REAL! Made me laugh out loud! Campbell has also found a group that will meet next week on Wednesday. I joined the gym, as mentioned and worked out twice this week, between my massage and manicure/pedicure outings! Kipper has a parking space, card key and even a company t-shirt and pen! Not to mention a travel schedule and meeting set yup for the next month! All in all we are finding our way together and as individuals....it seems to be going well all around! Next week we have an electrician and plumber coming to resolve the "no gas in the kitchen for our gas cook top" issue. Previous owner is making it right and we are giving her the glass electric cook top here now...all is fair and all are happy! So next week I may just turn gourmet! Or at least boil water without it going over! After that, the projects are done for now. We will look into tile for the baths in master and girls room, hate the carpeted bath! Maybe look at some paint eventually for a couple places, but it is pretty good as is, except the ugly wallpaper in a few spots....it is livable for sure.
Now I need to hear from you all about a visit! Book now and get the bonus package!!!!! Thanks for all the mail from everyone to the girls, they love it! Happy Weekend...photos will come eventually! This one is from my Mom the day we left SA!

Monday Morning

Well, it is Monday morning and so much has happened in the past 10 days. Thought I would update everyone this way instead of sending a million individual emails.
First...here is our information again. Phones, email and address are all up and running. I am going to include it again in an email in case you do not feel you have the correct information!
Thanks for the snail mail. Girls have been thrilled to get things in the mailbox. They actually made a gift for our mail carrier and left it today for her....too cute!

So, the drive was uneventful as mentioned in the previous blog. The movers came Monday instead of Saturday. 4 things were broken and we are filing a claim for those. Most disappointing was our dining table leg is broken. Should be repairable bur should NOT have happened. Also a cane rocking chair looks like someone put their foot through the cane. Will be costly to fix! An office chair from Kipper's office and a mirror were the other items. Not great, but we will survive!
Boxes are 95% done, things are in place. New furniture arrived today. Bedroom stuff for us and two chairs for the family room. Need a cheap sofa for the game room and that is it!

Got Washer and Dryer (fancy upright HE kind...they are cool!) a new fridge like our old one in SA but with water on the outside and a new cook top (gas) for the kitchen. Problem is the owner told us three times there was gas in the kitchen and guess what.....no gas! We are in the process of getting bids for a gas line and will negotiate with her as to who will pay! Likely will not be us!!!

This week was a busy one. It took us a longer time than we thought to unpack. We talked about it and main reason is because there is actually a place for EVERYTHING! Storage and closets and places for all the little things even....it is so great. As a result, the process took longer...the last move was simply leaving 50% in boxes in the garage safe!

Guest room is up and ready for a visitor...HINT HINT! I have a good friend coming the 19th, can't wait......who will be next???????? book your room at the Burke Hotel and Suites now!! Spring Break too, several have said they would like to come, I need to schedule on a first come first booked!!!!!! Lots of room for everyone. And for those of you allergic to cats, we are keeping the Guest Room closed from the cats. They are not allowed up there. (they have lots of room to roam without it)

OK, that is all I can think of at this sitting. Once we have the rest of the boxes gone from the living spaces, I will take new photos with our things and post those. Please stay in touch. I am anxious to hear how every one's new years eve's were and trips to the various places etc. Kids love mail and email so send away! Use my email for them too!

Bookmark or add to your favorites this blog address too and check in regularly. I will be writing regularly my events and posting photos!

Happy New Year to All!