Update

So what's been going on with us now that we've been in Cali a while.... well I still don't have internet at my new place so no pictures to upload, in fact my camera has been missing since the move so I feel completely lost without it, you know me I would have taken a thousand pictures by now! We have enjoyed swimming at my mom's pool, our pool and the beach, we have gone to museums, friends houses,the bay, out to eat (way too much) and spending a lot of our time unpacking and getting settled into our new place. It is coming along quite nicely. Living in a resort style apartment complex has its pros and cons-- for one we are two steps away from the pool and jacuzzi so we feel like we are spoiled and on vacation everyday , we don't have to do ANY yard work- the grounds are beautiful and its all taken care of for us, if we have any problem the management takes care of it right away which has been heaven for Brandon - they were even nice enough to give me a brand new washer and dryer and a $25 gift card just for the inconvenience while we were waiting for its arrival. If I feel like working out no need to drive to the gym a few steps away is a fitness center. Its a simple life! You would think I would be absolutely thrilled which most of the time I am and then there are the days when I miss my house terribly!! I miss mowing the lawn, admiring my flowers and trees, having so much space and peace, and feeling like I can do anything I want. I miss the kids riding their bikes and playing in the backyard, and lets not forget lounging in the hammock etc etc. In time we will get a new house as Brandon reassures me ALL THE TIME but I do miss my first home and all the incredible memories we had there. We really became a close family there. We had the "American Dream" a 4 bedroom house, the big yard, white picket fence etc. It was something I was proud of and loved especially taking the time over the years of turning the house into a home. Apartment life is just different. I know we are where we are supposed to be but it doesn't mean that it is easy. As far as work goes moving here has been incredible for Brandon. Team Captain yet again with a great team of wonderful people. We really couldn't ask for anything more. We are all healthy, happy, getting settled, with our family, seeing old friends and creating a new home. The boys are all registered for school, involved in scouts again, going to our new ward we were even given callings the first Sunday we were there as a family. I am the new Bear Den Leader and Brandon the ward executive secretary. They didn't waste any time getting us involved right way. To be honest, it still feels like a dream and every morning I wake up and think I am in my house in Utah and then quickly realize I am in San Diego. It will take time to get use to it I just trust that this is the best decision for our family and that all will turn out as it should after all Heavenly Father can make a lot more out of my life than I can and I just need to hold onto that thought... let go, trust, and move on. We are now San Diegans once again!