We have arrived!

Well, Mackenzie and I have safely arrived in Raleigh. I've basically relaxed and slept for the first two days here, so not much happening in the unpacking department! Thankfully I have the worlds best husband who decided to unpack and set up a big portion of our apartment. Speaking of the apartment, it is quite nice and the location is really great. The complex is nestled in a wooded area and we can see nature all around us, especially out on our large deck.

I'm impressed with the quality and quantity of stuff to do in the area. I am thrilled to have a Trader Joe's nearby, where I have already spent a considerable amount of money on groceries (as did Tom before we got here!) We went to the North Carolina Museum of Art last evening to see the (free!) opening of Temples and Tombs, which showcases treasures and art from Egypt. They also had belly dancing and crafts for the kids; Mackenzie made a really cool necklace at one of those stands.

This morning, we went to a farmers market near Chapel Hill and bought a GIANT basket of strawberries, bacon, sausage and soap! Quite a combo of items, huh? I want to go back next weekend to get some herbs so we can start a little garden on our patio. We will spend the rest of the afternoon chillin', arranging stuff, doing laundry and just enjoying being together again.

Monday is back to school for Mackenzie, although I am not quite sure if I will find all our stuff by then. It may be what some of us homeschoolers call "school lite" for the next week! Anyway, we are all doing well and getting settled.

Amanda