What a crazy couple of weeks it has been for us in the Rooney household. We are all settled into our new place and really enjoying the comforts of our own home. Now that Michael is in our lives, we are enjoying the simple things more than we previously did. For example, while all of our friends are gearing up for Halloween weekend, filled with parties and costume contests, we are perfectly content on hanging out at home and handing out candy. Not to say that going out and partying wouldn't be fun, its just that our priorities have shifted and it is time to start making some new traditions of our own that Michael can grow up looking forward to. Our friends may not understand this at this point in their lives, but they too will see how your lives are completely transformed when they have children of their own. Although that transition has been hard for Tom and I, hearing that people don't really want to spend time with us because we have a baby, we have a tiny miracle to look at every day that reminds us just how lucky we are. It is just too bad that people are so quick to throw in the towel, and not realize that we are the same people we were a year ago- we just take a little longer to get out the door and we are a bit more sleepy. But, through it all, I think that Tom and I have gotten to know who our real friends are, and for those people we are so thankful.
Speaking of real friends- we were in Ames last weekend visiting with our college friends. We had so much fun catching up with everyone and reliving our young, immature days. We managed to tailgate, catch a (brutal) football game, see what was new on campus and laugh more than we have in a long time. We miss all of those people so much and wish that distance didn't separate us all. It is amazing how it seems like no time has passed since we were in college, as soon as we are reunited with the people we spent so much time with in our transition to the adult world. They are all amazing friends (yes, even you Bama) and we can't wait until we can see them all again!
I started a part time job at Lands End- just to get out of the house and make some money (very little, in fact). It has been a long time since I have been a part-time, hourly worker, and I must admit, I didn't really miss it. But, the discount is worth it and so is the little extra income. I have a few other things coming down the pipeline that would be unbelievable for Tom and I, so stay tuned for updates on the career-front.
In the next couple weeks, I will be jetting off to California for a 3rd (and final, thank goodness) round of interviews for a job within the dental market- keep your fingers crossed! That same week, Tom and I are off to Mexico to celebrate the marriage of his brother, Jay, and Toni. It will be such a nice break from reality and 4 days of peace from Michael (we love you, Michael, but it is time for us to have a break). A week after we get back, we are jetting off again for Florida with the family. We have such great things to look forward to this year!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Saturday, October 15, 2011
For Andy
**Most of you reading this will not know who this man is, so my sincere apologies if none of this makes any sense to you.**
Bama. Oh, Bama. You are such an interesting man. I am so sorry that I didn't address your concerns about our move earlier. You see, we didn't have our internet hooked up until late this week, so it was a teeny bit difficult to post on the blog. I hope you can forgive us. On to your questions.
-Did we hire a mover? No. We rented a HUGE truck and loaded it up ourselves (with the help of a few young, strong men, such as The Finke).
Did we box everything up ourselves? Yes. When we moved out of Chicago we boxed everything up and had it in storage. We also unboxed everything ourselves.
Did we get new furniture? Yes. We bought a new (used) kitchen table, a new (used) dining room table, and a new couch. You should come up here sometime and check them out (that was just a formality, not a real invitation).
What problems and woes do we have? Well, every house has its peccadilloes, but we aren't really upset about any of them because they aren't really our peccadilloes. If these problems were at our house in Chicago, it would be a different story. But, since you asked, I will tell you. We have had to replace almost every single light bulb in the entire house, the oven display doesn't work, the refrigerator and freezer don't seal (and need to be replaced), we have caught 6 mice and the inner workings of one of the toilets needed to be ripped out and replaced. Other than that, things over here are just dandy.
Pros and Cons of the home? Lets start with the bad- its a little weird. The house needs some major renovations, but like I said before, it isn't my problem. As for the good, we are in an excellent neighborhood, there is no way we would ever outgrow the space, we have an awesome backyard, and Finkel lives between you and us so we don't have to worry about you ever stopping by.
I hope that cleared up some of your lingering questions. Please rest a little easier at night now.
Love,
Tom and Alison
Bama. Oh, Bama. You are such an interesting man. I am so sorry that I didn't address your concerns about our move earlier. You see, we didn't have our internet hooked up until late this week, so it was a teeny bit difficult to post on the blog. I hope you can forgive us. On to your questions.
-Did we hire a mover? No. We rented a HUGE truck and loaded it up ourselves (with the help of a few young, strong men, such as The Finke).
Did we box everything up ourselves? Yes. When we moved out of Chicago we boxed everything up and had it in storage. We also unboxed everything ourselves.
Did we get new furniture? Yes. We bought a new (used) kitchen table, a new (used) dining room table, and a new couch. You should come up here sometime and check them out (that was just a formality, not a real invitation).
What problems and woes do we have? Well, every house has its peccadilloes, but we aren't really upset about any of them because they aren't really our peccadilloes. If these problems were at our house in Chicago, it would be a different story. But, since you asked, I will tell you. We have had to replace almost every single light bulb in the entire house, the oven display doesn't work, the refrigerator and freezer don't seal (and need to be replaced), we have caught 6 mice and the inner workings of one of the toilets needed to be ripped out and replaced. Other than that, things over here are just dandy.
Pros and Cons of the home? Lets start with the bad- its a little weird. The house needs some major renovations, but like I said before, it isn't my problem. As for the good, we are in an excellent neighborhood, there is no way we would ever outgrow the space, we have an awesome backyard, and Finkel lives between you and us so we don't have to worry about you ever stopping by.
I hope that cleared up some of your lingering questions. Please rest a little easier at night now.
Love,
Tom and Alison
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Movin' Out!
After 11 months for Tom (10 for me), we are SO happy to report that we are moving out!!! We love my parents dearly, but it is time for all of us to go on with our separate lives. I am pretty sure that I have seen my Mom get a little weepy about not being able to see Michael every day (let's be serious, she isn't going to miss Tom or I even a little bit), but luckily for her we are just moving down the street. We are renting out a home in my parent's neighborhood that has been on the market for 2 years. The owners live in Florida, so the house has been sitting empty for far too long. We snagged an amazing deal by allowing the owners to keep the home on the market. With my luck, the house will sell right about the time that we unpack the last box... Oh well, it will be great while it lasts!
Not too much is new with us outside of our move in 6 days. We spent some time at Whistling Wells Apple Orchard last week, introducing Michael to one of my favorite Fall pastimes. He may not have been a great help with picking the apples, but he loved being surrounded by so many trees and ripping leaves off with his sneaky little hands. Little stinker.
Not too much is new with us outside of our move in 6 days. We spent some time at Whistling Wells Apple Orchard last week, introducing Michael to one of my favorite Fall pastimes. He may not have been a great help with picking the apples, but he loved being surrounded by so many trees and ripping leaves off with his sneaky little hands. Little stinker.
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