I don't know about Kansas, but Georgia's spring has been heavy with heat and humidity, though today we had some respite as a windy thunderstorm rolled in around 3:00, dropping the temperature quite a bit.
I hope everyone in KC is having fun with the cousins. I hear that Sharon's hosting a BBQ today. Yum!
I'm feeling mellow today ... slowly coming to the realization (and accepting) that our house isn't going to sell when we want/need it to and that I'll be moving to Wichita on my own while Trent continues working in Atlanta and maintaining the house while it's on the market. Who knows when it will sell. No one's looking at it. (Yes, we've talked about lowering the price.)
Oh well, I still think the move will be worth it in the long run. We just have to get through the hard part -- and the next several months will probably be kind of hard. I'm teaching full time and advising at KSU this summer and will be right up until I move. There's so much to think about (besides the house) ... planning for new classes at WSU, packing up my office at work and whatever we can fit into a little trailer for me to take to KS (my apartment will likely be furnished with a bed and camping chairs -- ha ha!), figuring out cobra insurance since there will be a 3 month gap between KSU and WSU (luckily, we've gotten all of our doctor stuff taken care of for this year -- and I'm stocking up on prescriptions before I leave -- using my noggin').
I just need to keep thinking about the long run -- better quality of life in a smaller city, proximity to family, different job opportunities for Trent. Eventually, it will all work out.
I forgot to tell you all about the triathlon Trent and I signed up for in Newnan, GA, two weeks ago. Trent was talking smack leading up to the race, saying how he was gonna smoke me. Well, his time was about 90 minutes faster than mine ...
Because he didn't even finish the swim! :-) The big talker (who hadn't been swimming because of his work schedule) opted to catch a ride on the jet ski 200 yards into the lake swim. He was in good spirits after the race though. And I was pleased with my performance. The swim was fine, the bike ride was glorious and hilly -- out in the GA countryside--and I finished the run strong. All in all, it was a good day. Later, that day we chilled at a party at my colleague's home.
Last weekend, we invited an older gentleman from my church, Al, (and his lady friend) for grilled pork chops, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad, and chocolate silk pie. Al used to sing in the choir with me, and he really likes visiting with Trent, so we all had a good chat and a tasty meal.
Quiet weekend for me while Trent's at work (the Royals are in town this weekend!). I went to tri training at the Y this morning, and I've been doing chores and looking at Wichita apartments online. I'll move the last week of July. Fortunately, I think Trent will be able to help me. Yay!
I hope you're all having a great weekend! Love you!
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Ah Katie, I think you have the right spirit. We had a hard winter here in the KS/MO so the yellow brick road may have a few potholes, bumps and detours, but it sounds like you and Trent are really wanting this. It only takes one buyer and that is the one you need to focus on. Did you real estate agent have any advice, other than lowering the price? That is part of their job figuring out how to sell your house. I know it must be frustrating though because you guys have put a lot of work into it and it is so lovely.
Great athletic endeavor! Trent opted for hitching a ride on a jet ski, well I have to admit for me that would be the only way I could finish a swim and if I had to do the bike ride, well tie me to the back of a truck and pull me a long. I guess I am on my own for the running. Perhaps this is why I don't do triathlons. Do you think you will do any in KS? Maybe we can come out and be your "gray haired, pom pom sagging geriatric cheerleaders". Andy passed on that offer when he did his race.
Well anyway we are all excited for your return and you never know what the next couple of months will bring---of course Aunt Sharon would advise you to bury St. Joseph upside down in the backyard, evidently you can buy St. Joseph statues just for this purpose. Keep the faith, you have always been very good at creating what you want and perhaps this really is the best for the house to sell when you are done teaching summer school. You know if you ever need unsolicited advice or "chin up" advice your family is here for you. Maybe Aunt Honor, Carol and your mom will write a house selling haiku in honor of the effort. We love you.
Thanks for your encouragement, Margaret. I appreciate it.
I like the idea of the Fiddler Family Cheerleaders. Maybe we can cheer each other on for various life adventures and endeavors. I definitely feel cheered on every time I hop on this blog. :-)
I hope to continue doing races in Kansas. One thing I'm looking forward to is FLAT GROUND (for the most part). As I drove around Wichita in March, I kept thinking how lovely it would be to step out the front door to go for a run (or walk) and not have any major hills to contend with. That was definitely a selling point. :-)
But seriously, I think it's amazing what our bodies can accomplish when we put our minds to it. I feel stronger now than I ever have -- physically and mentally. And I love it. I'm ready to take on the challenge of a big move, a new job, and living apart (again) from my husband. It's all going to work out eventually. :-)
We're meeting with our real estate agent this week ... Trent's not to keen on lowering the price (what's the point -- no one's looking ... and anyone who is seriously looking knows they can make lowball offers). We'll see what she says.
Love you, birthday girl!
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