Did I not finish my last post by saying I didn't want the snow to come this week? Well that was a sure way to make sure it came down! I think we will be viewing white for a few months now. It's very pretty but has definitely brought some new challenges to us. But let me back up a bit.
Pete went away this week to New Orleans and Mum had just left last weekend so I was a bit worried about facing the week alone. Didn't start the best as I went to take my theory test at the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) and the process took a lot longer than thought. I'd driven all the way there and then they told me I didn't have the right ID. Had to go to the nearest branch of my bank to get something they would accept. Thankfully I then passed the test (phew!). But then they said I needed to wait in line. I wasn't sure what for. I just assumed it was for some piece of paper to prove I'd passed or a provisional Alaskan license or something. When I finally got to the front, I was told there was nothing I needed to do. Very annoying. Now the next step is to take the road test which is scheduled for a couple of weeks' time. Am nervous as still getting used to the other side of the road and I've picked up bad habits over the years since I last took my test. And now the snow has arrived there is another reason to be nervous.
For three of the days Pete was away, Rachel came to help me with the kids in the afternoon/evening. Was good to have someone else for Naomi to play with (and by play with I mean boss about!). Really helped having someone there, particularly at bathtime.
On Tuesday morning I woke to the snow. It actually scared me quite a bit. I'd been hearing so many stories of crashes and skidding in the snow whilst driving so I was getting quite scared about the snow arriving. I decided to stay in that morning. It was probably a good decision. I knew I had to go out in the afternoon to pick up Rachel. Thankfully before I had to leave, our driveway had been cleared as had our road. So I wasn't as nervous getting in the car (which is a better state of mind for driving).
Naomi cut her lip this week and I gave her some chocolate to help her feel better. The next morning she told me her lip felt better. But that afternoon, at the same time that she had cut her lip the day before, she announces that her lip was sore and so she needs some chocolate. Love it! Changed her mind and needed chocolate – definitely a girl.
Went to the gym for my first workout in a long time. Naomi was at childcare and I put Lydia in the crèche. The workout went ok but unfortunately Lydia wasn't very happy. She played ok for about 45 mins but then cried lots so they came to find me. Bit nervous about the next time that I have to put her in there now. They thought she was tired and hungry but she wasn't due for either a feed or a sleep. And after a couple of minutes with me she calmed down. If I can get my workout done quickly then hopefully she'll be ok for a short while. But I think we're hitting that separation anxiety phase. At church this week they had to call me back to the nursery as she was crying. So it's going to be tough there too. Will keep you updated.
I also went to a church group for Mums with toddlers. Was good. Naomi was a bit clingy at first but I think she'll warm up to it. And I think it'll be another good way to meet people.
Pete got back on Friday from New Orleans. He has also started at the new gym and enjoying being able to workout again. He's probably the most excited in the house about the snow. This weekend he went out and bought Naomi a sled but I'm fairly sure it's really for him! They went out on it after church today and seemed to have lots of fun. Pete has spent a lot of time recently on a particular high profile ad campaign in Washington which has all come together this weekend. Hopefully it will have the results hoped for.
Our current project is trying to find a new bed for Naomi. When we got here she moved from being in a cot to being in a big girls' bed. We've been renting our furniture but we've been told that our sea freight has arrived (yippee!) and may get delivered this week. So the rental furniture will be going and so Naomi needs her own bed. So we spent a lot of the weekend looking at different beds. Hopefully the one we've picked will work out ok.
Pete just did some late night shopping to get some emergency car equipment (torches, snow shovels, hypothermia blankets, etc.). Ironically the car skidded for him on the way there and he passed cars in the ditch. Thankfully our cars have an antiskid device so he made it there and back in one piece. Our babysitter also told us about her school bus going into the ditch and her friend's school bus turning right over. It's definitely dangerous out there.
So this week hopefully holds some safe driving, our things from Australia arriving, Naomi moving from half to full days at childcare and work dinners for Pete. We hope you're all enjoying life.
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