Thursday, January 21, 2016

The Move

We are slowly getting settled--so time for some catching up.  First, about the move.  We decided to move right before Christmas so that we didn't have to worry about packing over Christmas break.  
We got the keys to the house Tuesday night (December 15th).  We went over to celebrate with a family toast and sparkling cider in our new empty kitchen.
Preston was my right-hand man with all the packing.  He was great at climbing in the boxes to make sure they were sturdy enough to hold our possessions.
We started moving the 17th of December.  James was able to take the morning off so we could move boxes over.  We had the help of our friend Charlene, Margaret and Evan.  Another friend, Larry let us borrow his truck and trailer.
Ethan wanted to stay and help move rather than go play with cousins.  He was great to have around as an assistant on moving day.
We were very thankful for all our family and friends close by to help with kids and moving.  It went pretty quickly with so much man power.
The kids love hiking to the water tower just above the house.  It has a fantastic view of the San Gabriel Valley and downtown Los Angeles.
Ethan immediately tried to make friends with a lizard in our backyard.
And Preston was excited when the new trash cans were delivered.  Everything is new and fun and exciting around here.





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