Something new

How exciting! We've decided to start a blog for our family to stay updated while on deployment. I'm hoping that Joe can contribute too.

Joe's only been gone a week and I'm doing good so far. Trying to keep myself busy with different projects around the house and a long to-do list.

One of my to-do's was to take our youngest cat, Ralphie, to the Cedar Bend Humane Society. I had to evaluate different areas of stress in my life and the cats (mainly Ralphie) were a huge part. Ralphie is only a kitten and very active. He constantly wants to be playful and always seems to be in my way as I walk around the house. A HUGE safety issue when carrying a baby around. So, I took him in. I cried all the way home, but as soon as I walked in the door, I felt a peace about it. I realized that we were just not the right family for him. My house was very quiet the rest of the day and during the night. I still have Nacho and Dukie and will probably see how it goes for awhile with just the two of them.

On a happier note, Clare and I have traveled outside the last couple of days. I've taken the opportunity to snap a couple pics of her enjoying the texture of the grass. She just loves it! My favorite is when there is a breeze. She just smiles and somewhat giggles.