Settled

Well, I guess you know you are settled in when you can go on vacation without having to think about what needs to be done at the new house or for that matter at the old house. 

We all headed out to Palm Springs for a little R&R this past week.  James had to come back after three days for work and continuing education classes  - but we knew that!  The kids and I just drove home today after a week baking basking in the sun, dying  lounging by the pool in 115 degree heat!  Whew!

Actually each day the kids and I tried to think of indoor, air -conditioned activites to keep us busy.  These usually included a trip to the local mall or Target. This meant I was looking for the last few things we needed  to finish the house decor!  James is going to wish he had not left me alone with kids in Palm Springs when he gets the AMEX bill next month.  But truly . . . it was all on sale!!!  There was a trip to movie theater, the nail salon for Andrea's and my pedis, the dinosaur museum and lots of relaxing in our very nice Westin villa! All I can say is I am definitely thankful for air conditioning and I do appreciate the nice temperature at our house!

Back to the house . . . we are feeling more settled all the time.  I am actually remembering which drawer or cupboard I have put something in that I am looking for.  I finished off the living room with pillows and a throw (purchased in Palm Springs), found some guest towels that match two of the bathrooms and  some napkins and napkins rings that match the house perfectly!  Now on to the entertaining!  Tomorrow we are having good friends over for dinner and a swim, the daughter is staying overnight and then Sunday we are having more dinner guests from our old neighborhood!

Well, I better get myself in the kitchen - I've got company coming!