a yard!

The girls have spent the past two afternoons joyfully running through the backyard, turning over rocks and poking bugs with sticks. It's a small space, but it's all theirs, and they seem to understand the significance of this truth.

I've been chatting with neighbors over the fence, and I enjoy the proximity. I keep thinking about the generations who lived in our home before us, chatting with their neighbors over the fence. Our home has been lived in, and I look forward to the years we will add to its history.

The cat is enjoying herself too.

photos of our new house...for real this time {SQUEE!}

The hubster pointed out that I really shouldn't call a post "new house" if I'm not showing photos of the new house. Oh...right. Sorry about that. The truth is that it had been my plan, but then I grew more exhausted as I tried to edit out the bad pictures, and I decided I should wait until I have a minute to sit and think about it. Ha! That's a laugh.

Anyway, I owe you some pictures after that tease. Today we have movers galore in the house, but luckily I was able to get these before chaos reigned supreme. I hope you'll follow along with me as I attempt to play house in our new digs. I'm looking forward to beginning new traditions and decorating like a grown-up.

{this moment}: new house

I brought Aunt El to the new house today. She oversaw my unpacking efforts and provided quiet but effective motivation when I felt like quitting.