I've tried to learn as much as I can and to take in as much of my surroundings as possible thus far. I've learned a few things. The most obvious would be that I have so much more to learn and that no matter how much I plan, things will never be predictable. During this time of transition it has become so transparently clear to me that we are truly just travelers and that this life is merely a journey. It is during these times of change when it is so obvious I'm not in control that I am most grateful for my faith in God.
-My new backyard-
So as of the current moment we have moved into my grandparents home. I don't know exactly how long they lived in this house but I know for as long as I can remember they've been here. I spent a great deal of my childhood in this house so being here means so much to me. I have a few pics that I took several visits ago. I'll post more after we get settled in. That may take a bit.
My family and I have been working on going through all the household contents. When I was packing our home of only 3 years I couldn't believe how much we had collected in such a short period of time. This house has over 30 years worth of belongings in it. Most of you know that my Obasaan (grandmother) passed in April. Some things are easy to part with. Much of it is not. Many of her clothes still smell like her. She had a library of Japanese books that we have no idea what to do with. We found a Japanese translation of Breakfast at Tiffanys. I had no idea she read that. I wish I had. That probably would've been a good conversation. There are decades worth of photos. Photos of our family, photos of distant relatives, photos of people even my Ojisaan (grandfather) has no idea who they could be. My Ojisaan only wants to keep his basic necessities and a few mementos but has given the all clear on everything else in the home. My aunts have been the driving force behind the transition. Without them I think I would be huddled on the floor in fetal position, traumatized at the mere thought of where to begin.
I finally received my Texas license so now I can apply for my Arizona license. I'm so excited to start working again! It's not that I've been bored, because there has been a ton of work to be done but I just miss working. I'm excited about meeting new people and I really hope to get busy as soon as possible. I signed up to volunteer at the girls school and applied for a part time job at Starbucks so I can meet as many people as possible. I've always thought being a barista could be a fun job too so I would be excited to get the job. I may change my mind after a couple weeks of getting up at 4 am though, right?
The kids are making friends in school but of course still miss everyone terribly. Especially Eric who is still in Oklahoma. He will be out here for a few days next week for a visit then will be returning for hopefully no more than 2 weeks to Oklahoma to finish a project before returning for good. Sydnee is a total daddy's girl and she has taken it the hardest. She may not let him go back once he's here! My girl Ashley is coming to visit for a couple days at the end of next week too. I can't wait to see her. I'm taking reservations for our next house guest in case anyone of you is interested. I'll even do your hair while you're here if you want.
I guess that's all the update I have for now. I haven't been taking very many pics since I've been so busy with house stuff. Thanks for the emails and keeping in touch. It makes me so happy to see a msg in my inbox from my Oklahomies!
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