We've been having fun figuring out where everything goes and seeing what we do differently now that we are on our own. Clark did most of the unpacking while I was at work and then I would come home and rearrange some (most) of his work. He really is good at making things feel comfortable and home-like though. I am enjoying living with him and we have our dog, Elle, back again! She is one happy dog and so much fun. I love her so much! I tell her about baby Em all the time and about how she will be her best friend. (Mushy mom stuff I guess)
Speaking of Em; that little girl sure can kick! Her favorite time to wiggle around is 11 pm. She is a night owl just like her Dad. It was pretty funny, one night Clark was talking to her with his face on my giant belly and she smacked him right in the face! He loved it though.
Life has been pretty good in the Snyder household I must say. We, of course, are staying busy and having fun with family and friends. We went to a friend's beautiful wedding, and some family dinners, but mostly we have been enjoying the little park across the street from our house. Clark will go out and play basketball, I'll lay out a blanket on the grass and we both spend huge amounts of time throwing a rope or a Kong for Elle. She is helping us prepare for Em, and our future of very little sleep. Elle has endless stores of energy and it's a blast trying to keep up with her at the park.
Last night was actually the highlight of our last couple weeks. We got to skype Clark's oldest brother, Drew, who is stationed in Afghanistan. It was so much fun, to see the brother's getting to talk, me laughing about how they are like clones of each other. Drew is in the Army and I have yet to meet him in person, I've emailed him and spoken with him on the phone and saw him via skype briefly at Tory's wedding, but last night was the first time I got to see him for more than 5 five minutes. We were able to skype with him for about an hour and it was great. Seriously, all of the Snyder brothers make the exact same jokes and expressions I feel like I have known Drew this whole time. It's a bit surreal.
The only thing that has been a let down around here is the wild fires around our valley. The air quality has been so bad it was making me feel sick when I was outside, and of course I don't remember what the sky actually looks like, it's now just a haze of gray smoke. They say it will stick around till October. I'm hoping not! Also I hope there are no more fires!!
I won't make any promises about when I'll write again, but I know I will..... eventually ;)
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| Me trying to avoid the smoke while stylishly looking like a crazy bandit |
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| Clark's nephew, niece, and dad. :) These guys are the best! |
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| Cutest baby outfit at Target. I didn't buy it....yet. Just look at that little cardigan |
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| Peanut butter and chocolate goodness... I'm not craving anything ;) |
