It's been a long time since I've written. We moved and things have been pretty out of control. I haven't had the chance to feel like a great Mom in the moments, more less reflect at the end of a day. It's hard making time to keep track of how things are going. But the kids keep growing, and amazing me each day.
They have each settled into the new home, new neighborhood and new routines quite well. They love the neighbors across the street and are starting to appreciate others in the neighborhood. Clair still hasn't found a buddy yet, but I have no worries that she will, soon.
They are getting the hang of walking to school and only being on Ms. Sarah's schedule instead of a bus schedule. I like the relaxation that provides. There is a little more time in the mornings.
Everyone's rooms are nearly set up and functioning. They are starting to think about putting their marks onto things. They have been flexible and patient over the past few months as I have worked through boxes and David has worked through projects. The list is long.
Over the past couple week's I have tried to take time to play with them at times. I still haven't gotten in my game of hide and seek in this house yet. And, I think this house would be the BEST house ever for that game. I must play it with them one afternoon.
We moved and had some very immediate trips - Gino's wedding, A trip to Hershey Park for the day, and a trip to the Beach. Just before the beach trip, we dealt with a car accident. Thankfully everyone was okay. It was David, Max and Clair who got hit. It was very traumatic for the kids and especially Clair. Max seemed to handle it more in stride. The truck hit clair's seat directly and boy was she mad, as she had every right to be. The beach trip was taken up by car shopping drama which continued upon our return. It wasn't until the second weekend in October when we woke up on a Saturday and just enjoyed our new home. It was nice.
I love the space, the cleanliness, the sunshine, the views, and generally feel it's a very good place for us. I'm so proud of how the kids have adjusted. I'm so proud of how much help they have been when asked - especially Ellie. She's learning to organize her huge humongous space. It's a process for us both. Max has helped with boxes. Miss Independent is a great errand runner, now that she can remember which direction to go for which rooms. That was touch and go for a couple weeks almost. It was cute watching her learn her way around.
It has been a tough journey since putting our house on the market, but as we get settled I can see this home providing a foundation for the rest of the kids childhood. I hope that they look forward fondly. I suspect Clair won't even remember Old Log Court, but I will always remember it fondly. I believe Ellie will too. I'm not sure where it will be for Max, but time will tell.
Even Lady Grey has settled in and knows her way around. She's sitting here telling me it's time for bed.
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