Hi, just wanted to let you all know that we have arrived safe and sound. We have unpacked....partially (as we still don't know if this is our permanent residence)........settled into routine (ish....without time....clocks are not important here).....and hosted an evening of fondue for the staff. We love the staff here and are so excited about the full time staff as we seem to all mesh really well. Sadie is adjusting to being an outside dog (until bedtime) and today is her first day out in the pouring rain. Some of you may be questioning "how did you get her to stop scratching at doors".....simple really. The dog that was already here, Jasper, has been trained to stay off the decks. Every building has a deck leading up to the door. We followed suit and Sadie as well is not allowed on the deck.....except to come inside at night when invited. She's been doing well for not being here that long and has been enjoying having a partner in crime to sniff around with.
Our cat Tyra....she so far has survived out here. She has a big bald spot on the side of her body as she layed in some goop that matted up her fur. When she would pick at it to get it off, she ended up taking the fur right out.....we can't help but smile at our kitty.
Andrew is loving it out here!!! He loves all the people to talk to and is able to spend most of his days outside. We had a work crew here this past weekend and Andrew was mauld by some of the younger girls.....lets just say I was thankful cause I got lots of work done. He's interested in the horses, but has yet to touch one. He's been eating incredibly well....seems to be gaining weight as I find it hard to hold him for a long period of time.....but the fun part is that he has started to say Sadie. It started with SSSS and then Sa and now every once and awhile he says Sa-Da.....so fun! He also is trying to repeat a lot of words that we are saying.
Richard....I believe is loving what he is doing so far. His job is a bit bigger than expected, but nothing that he can't accomplish. He works from the moment breakfast is over till 10pm ish......with some stops inbetween. There will be some slow down as time goes on and routine sets in, but for now he wants to be involved with everything so that he can know all that needs to be known. Family time is important to him and he does take that time out when he can each day to be with either me or Andrew. Sadie on the other hand is constantly following him around.....I think she doesn't mind being outdoors a lot.
As for me, I really like it here. Other than having a good phone, there is nothing to complain about. There is no frequent trips to the store (cuts down on spending for sure).....food for right now is made for me....and life is simple....I get to spend time reading and enjoying my son. Baby is starting to move more....last night at the fondue was especially funny.....I've hardly had chocolate this pregnancy and so baby was kicking it into high gear. Pregnancy hasn't slowed me down out here which is nice.....i'm not working my butt off all morning so then I'm not soo tired in the afternoon. I enjoy the staff and look forward to a summer of interesting adventures.
Please email us as we would love to connect with you somehow as phone isn't much of an option. You can email us at the gmail account or else try connecting with us through facebook. Sorry no pictures again....Rich took the camera that week that I posted and now...I know where the camera is but not the cord....so you'll just have to wait.

laters, Kristy