It has taken the last 3 weeks, but we are unpacked and settling in to a rather quiet, nice routine. And for the most part, hubby has been quite considerate. I have been gone 2-3 days a week helping my sister pack. They close on their house on the 26th and she is moving here. So I think we've done pretty good considering how much I've been gone.
I know I'm close when I hang mom's paintings. This is such a tiny house I've put them into collages on whole walls and I think I like it! We are getting an estimate for central AC as this place has a swamp cooler that just does not cut it!
We walk over to mom's every evening. Tonight, we took out 2 little chihuahuas and she sat outside and petted them for a good half hour. It is so wonderful to get to see her every single day. Her ankle has healed and she is doing so much better. I know she doesn't have long, but I am sure enjoying my time with her. And my sisters.
Sunday we took a drive and ended up at my brother's house about 23 miles SW of here. That was fun. This week we will drive about an hour to visit a guy who used to work for hubby. I am getting my art studio set up....but literally outside in the garden from 6 - 10 am and again in the evenings after the sun sets.
It was worth all the hassle and struggle to be in a place so peaceful and to have hubby doing so well. I think he may adapt to retired life. He is sleeping a whole lot more, but then he is getting more exercise than ever. He hurt his shoulder, so I'm letting him rest until that heals.
Our new home. Feels perfect!
Thursday, June 21, 2012
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