We have made a big move back to Iowa, but farther west. My writer got a job with Lee Enterprises (which has about 7 newspapers) as their Bureau Chief. This is a fancy title for political reporter based out of the state capital, hence the move to the Des Moines area.
We are lucky enough to have some family and friends here. My cousin, Lydia, and her family live about 5 blocks away. And were HUGE helpers in helping us move in and provide meals for us. THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Erin's college buddy, Mitch, and his wife, Kelsie, also live here. They were kind enough to allow Erin to live with them for the last 2 months. They were EXTREMELY generous and we will never be able to thank them enough. They are also AMAZING foster dog parents. TJ loves all the dogs that they welcome into their home. Thank goodness the zoo here is full or we would have more animals than we could count.
TJ has done well with the transition. Her new class has been gearing up for her and had written her beautifully sweet letters to welcome her. She has joined in perfectly, and we are extremely grateful.
She misses her Darlington friends terribly, but the welcome from her new friends has helped lessen her sadness.
We are still missing the grandparents, but we will be back to visit as often as possible. And we hope that they will come and visit us. There's definitely lots to do here. We are hoping to hit up the Science Center this weekend and eventually an Iowa Wild game (hockey). The holidays offered lots to do as well. A lights display inside and out, plus a train ride to Santa's village.
Before we left Darlington, TJ went with the Belangers and Hartwigs to trick or treat. Unfortunately, it was terribly cold and she didn't get to do her full costume, but the weekend before Darlington had a Halloween party and costume contest. TJ won 1st place for her class! She was so excited.
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| Our Little Lucy-we definitely love her! |
We miss you all and hope this blog will help keep us all in touch. Lots of love!
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