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We've Arrived I can't sleep, and for good reason. It's our fourth night in our new home, and I'm listening to our first Texas rain through the still quiet of our sleepy neighborhood. It's beautiful and so peaceful. It is only 9:45, but this is "late" for me to be awake lately. We've all been in bed so early, as there's really no reason to stay awake in an empty house. There's no television, no internet (until today), and not even a book to curl up with on a chair. We've set up camp in our master bedroom, with an air mattress flanked by two sleeping bags and a pack 'n play. It's cozy, and quickly became my favorite room of the house. {Not just because it has a master bath attached, warm carpet underfoot, and could easily fit three of our last bedrooms inside of it...}

Tomorrow our belongings get delivered. I'm a little excited and anxious both. Life has been so simple the last few days without all of the "stuff" surrounding us. I know there will be a trillion things that I don't want in our new home that didn't make the purge in Ohio. Time just ran out... It will be nice having furniture to sit on and eat on, instead of the staircase and its large landing as our resting place and dinner table. The kids could use some of their old toys back instead of the few that made the trip with us. I look forward to fluffing the kids' bedrooms with them, but will sorely miss all five of us in the same "family bed" at night.

Sickness (the good ol' fashioned flu) found its way into our home the last few days, so we've been knocked down a bit. {Again, I'm so thankful for the cozy, large bedroom where many of us at a time could rest and mend...} I'm praying that it's struck the last of us, but prepared for the worst for delivery day. Thank goodness Mommy went down last night overnight, and not during the day. Praise the Lord for a husband that completely took over not only the one million little things on his plate, but also the kids all night and morning, even when he wasn't 100%. I can't even remember the last time I was in bed still at 9:30 A.M. I admit, I liked it just a little bit even if it was to gain a few extra hours of strength after a night of my body being taken over by unpleasantries. Poor Lincoln got it the worst. His little body was surrendered to 10-minute-on-the-button bathroom runs for almost twelve hours. Bless his heart, he's feeling better finally.

I'm so thankful for all of the prayers and positive thoughts for our last home to sell, but keep them coming... After seven showings the week Mark was out of town one week before leaving, we've had just one cancelled showing the last two weeks. I was reminded that busy week that God doesn't give us anything we can't handle...

Though it seems that the road's been bumpy these last couple of weeks, it really doesn't feel that way to us. Things haven't gone completely as planned, but then again, I've heard the saying that "we make plans, and then God laughs". We love our new home already and look forward to all of the bumps this phase has to offer. I've been getting a lot of wishes for pictures, but until our camera is unpacked (whoops) or the i-phone cooperates with the computer, I can only leave you with this picture of our little side courtyard. I'll try to keep in touch more that we're "settled" now. I miss you all, family and friends.

Love, Kate Until we meet again, Kate @ Bliss and That at 10:44 PM Labels: Longhorn Living, Moving on Up 
Yay! So happy for your family! Things will get all "homey" in no time, put your pictures out ASAP! Enjoy your time in TX...the years go quick!

February 28, 2010 at 11:42 PM Lenae said...

Kate, I'm so glad to see a post from you! Gotta love the "camping out" stage before all your stuff arrives, right? :) I love that you're loving the simplicity of it; what a great attitude you have!

Take care, and take your time getting back to the blog world; those of us who love you will still be waiting patiently :)

March 1, 2010 at 7:16 AM 
So glad to hear something, anything from you on the other side of the country. I started crying the second sentence into your blog. I can't believe you are there and miss you all already but pray that this path will bless you and your family. I love the courtyard photo - definitely frameable! Hugs and kisses to the babes! Love, Kristin

March 1, 2010 at 7:41 PM 
Kate, I'm so happy you are home!!!

March 3, 2010 at 11:17 PM 
Hope all is well!!

Your blog, and words, are so lovely.


March 4, 2010 at 8:14 AM Just Jenn said...

hm...new follower here... I was drawn in by your blog name... love it! I love the word bliss! and in the midst of 'stuff'... we like to have a little bliss too! ;) Looking forward to getting to know you... and hearing about your new chapter of life in TX! ;)

Just Jenn~

March 15, 2010 at 2:50 AM Too Many Kids In The Bathtub said...

How did I not know that you were pregnant??? I am so sorry! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What hospital are you delivering at???

April 6, 2010 at 10:29 PM 
Get to Know Us One by One... Daddy {Mark} Mommy {Kate} {Isabella Grace 8} {Lincoln Noah 6} {Brigham Isaac 4} {Griffin Silas 2} The Baby Girls {Ruby & Tess} Want to See More?