The family successfully moved to Tennessee, and now we're spending time unpacking boxes. Unfortunately, since I'll be leaving again in 2 weeks, my stuff doesn't get unpacked. So my room is warehouse-esque and will stay that way until I'm in Kansas.
Max loves the new house and yard - both are flat and there are only a few stairs. He was pretty nervous during all the packing and moving, but now he has calmed down and even found some favorite sleeping spots. He also likes his new neighbors! We took him over one evening to romp with the Jack Russell terrier and Golden Retriever next door, and they seemed to enjoy it. The terrier still likes to bark at Max from the other side of the fence, though.
The house is pretty cool. It's about 60 years old, and it still has old-fashioned 4-prong phone jacks (they don't even make adapters for them now!). There are several closets that are only about 18 inches deep, and we've nicknamed them fake closets since they look big until you open the door. I love the big windows in every room, especially the bay window in the living room. Mom's already decided it's perfect for a Christmas tree! In some ways I'm sad I won't be living here much longer.
I'm really excited about grad school, but I'm also a little nervous. I like the people I'm working with, and I know I'll relax once I know what to expect. I've always disliked first days of work or school, and this is no exception. I'm thrilled about the opportunity, even if I'm a little nervous about the specifics.
