Our first weekend in our new house surrounded by all of our "things," many of which are still in boxes was wonderful. We did absolutely nothing. Chris and I cooked together, watched a movie/tv in our bed while the kids slept, I enjoyed a nap with our girls each afternoon, Chris played a math game with Claire while Mya and I decorated their room, the kids played in the freshly fallen snow and invaded the privacy "that man," who I later met while checking on my children from a 2nd story window was in fact our neighbor Tom. It was wonderful. We weren't in a rush to go anywhere. No schedules to keep. We stayed in our jammies until after 10:30 each day and finally, in our own time, unpacked some boxes, hung some pictures, and ran our errands. It was simply perfect. I love happy, relaxing, family time. It definitely warms my heart. These are the moments I cherish most--the ones that allow you to savor each minute, step outside yourself and see how perfect life is at that very moment, and see your family for the amazing people they truly are. I am so very blessed.
We are potentially down to our last four months in Korea. I say "potentially" because it rests solely on where we are going. If we are heading back to the States, we will most likely be leaving early June so that we can enjoy a full summer with family and have time to get settled before Claire begins school. We caught wind today of what could be our next assignment. Although it is far from official word, all of a sudden my tummy is filled with butterflies. I had the privilege of teaching a little first grade girl who was one of a set of quadruplets. They (she and her sisters) are the most delightful little girls. They are well behaved and truly beautiful inside and out. Anyway, their family was due to PCS (military move) in December. I teased her that I was going to follow her and live down the road. While they were house hunting, I continually asked if there was a neighboring house for me. She'd laugh and giggle, not really sure if I was serious or not. Her Mom thought
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