Well, we've done it. The move. The big, big move. We are officially inhabitants of Texas. College Station--it's supposed to be 102 degrees for the next 7 days--Texas. And I am very thankful to have a wonderfully working air conditioner. I was brave enough to head outside with the kiddos today, albeit-straight to the car, to the bank to set up a new account, and then to the one grocery store we hadn't scoped out already, then straight back home. I'll still count it a success. Don't think we're gonna make it to the midweek farmer's market though. Just too sweaty out there. And I have two sleeping children for the time being...and you never know when that'll happen again.
Speaking of two sleeping children, or the lack there of....our trip to Texas began last Friday, the 6th at 3:50am when we drove out of my parents driveway. We, consisting of me, my mom, Luca and Marietta. It ended at 8:53pm when we parked the car at our new place down south. That's right, 17 hours of travels. For the record, the average driving time from KC to the BCS area (that's Bryan/College Station...which is what they call themselves down here) is about 11.5 hours. As you can see, we shattered that time in our own special way. After a broken down car in South Haven, KS and lots and lots and LOTS of stops, we made it.
Silver lining: I am thankful.
Thankful for working cars. thankful for cold air. thankful for mothers. thankful for distractions. thankful for car snacks. thankful for breastmilk. and thankful for being reminded that I am not in control.
Today is day #5 here in Texas, and I must admit, it's gonna take a while to feel settled, calm, and "normal", but hopefully we'll get there.
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