Living in the Mountains

I have yet to get a picture that does the mountains justice. It really is beautiful here. This is the walking trail that goes by our condo. (side note: you really have to watch for creatures while taking your stroll)

 The playground next to the condo. The only grass we can find nearby so Tripp gets a walk here nearly every night :)

 Outside of the condo. Looks kinda spooky at night but the mountains are literally in our back yard!

 A few inside pics...of course Nora's toys have taken over! It was very important to me to make this place feel like home to help ease the transition for her.

 Dining area...

I am most impressed by the bathrooms, lol. The condo leaves a bit to be desired but they sure outdid themselves on the updates here.

BACK STORY>>>


I have to admit that when Nick first approached me about the job opportunity in Albuquerque, I was a bit hesitant. Not only did I love Ft. Worth, but I was nervous to move somewhere that I had never even visited!! The first thought that popped into my mind was, why would you want to live in the desert?! However, after spending many late evenings on the internet doing some research and talking with others, I was beginning to change my mind.We had to make a very quick decision so I left this one to my husband. I truly believe that you can be happy anywhere as long as you have each other and a positive attitude to go along with it :) Every city has new restaurants to try, scenery to see, attractions to visit and new friends to be made.

Although I was not fond of the idea of Nick leaving in only two short weeks and leaving me to care for the baby, dogs and house by myself, we didn't have much of a choice. I will tell you though, that in a month apart, I did learn that I am capable of being a very independent woman! Not only did I coordinate everything for the move, from appraisals to realtors, I mowed the lawn, kept the house clean and organized, attended all our regular scheduled activities and even managed to make a nearly 12 hour road trip back to Kansas all by myself. All of these chores are no easy task when also trying to manage a very busy and energetic 9 month old who does not like to sleep! I don't usually brag on myself but I do feel mighty proud for this one...

During our month apart, I did give Nick the reigns on searching for us a new home. Of course I would not let him make the final decision but I did let him help weed down the list. I would search the internet nearly every night after Nora went to sleep and send listings to the realtor. Then Nick would spend his weekends with her getting to know the area. Luckily after I made a quick overnight trip to ABQ at the beginning of June, we found a house we both loved! (I will post more pics of the new house once we move) We are praying that everything goes as planned and we should close on it, July 19 and move shortly after.

I am realizing this is getting pretty long so I guess I should make sure I save some for future posts and not bore you to much. At least now you know a little of the back story on why we decided to up and move even farther from our families :)