You're Moving?

Friday was spent moving out the remainder of our goods, cleaning the house for the final time, and saying goodbye to good friends. Billy ‘graduated’ from SOTVP by ceremoniously sliding down the slide. Lindsay checked out of school early and spent the afternoon sewing with Ms. Holly where they made a Dr. Seuss hat to match the one Billy received early from his school party. I picked Karl up from Corrales ES for the last time. His backpack was so full, I could barely carry it. All three had a great ‘last day’.

 

Me: Congratulations! When we get to Portand, you'll be in Kindergarten.You are finished with preschool.
Billy: Already?

We said goodbye to our home.

Me:  Let’s say a prayer.

Billy: Mom, are you sad?

Me:  Yes. But I’m excited too.

Billy: Me too.

Not willing to sleep on the cold, brick floors, we gratefully accepted an offer from the Rhoades to bunk there for the night. Kathy prepared a barbeque feast, the kids roasted hot dogs and marshmallows in the outdoor kiva, and I sat down for what felt like the first time in a week. It was so wonderful to be surrounded by good friends and family.

We parted Albuquerque at 8:30 AM on Saturday, headed for Price, Utah.  The drive was fairly uneventful until about Farmington when the dog threw up in the car and then the parking lot of KFC. Afterwards, we had to stop every hour or so to let Daisy relieve herself in one way or another. We’re still not sure if she was car sick or ate one too many marshmallows at the Rhoades’ home.  She’s better today, and that’s what really counts.

Sheepish, pukey dog

Karl:  Are we still in New Mexico?

Gerry:  Yes.

Karl:  I can tell by the landscaping.

Not New Mexico.

Colorado River

I’ve posted some of these events and photos to Facebook. What truly makes me chuckle is that every time Gerry or I post something about moving, someone invariably – and honestly, I believe – posts something along the lines of, “You’re moving?” I feel like moving has filled my entire plate for the past 3 months, with the Chile Festival on the side.  Have I not been clear about that?

And if any of you post to my timeline, “You’re moving?” then I’m unfriending you. 

P.S. GTHCGTH