New School, New Job - Whew!!

I have neglected my blog the last couple of weeks for good reasons - we have been busy (and John has been out of town)! Henry started a new school a couple of weeks ago and I am so relieved to say that he really likes it. I was a bit apprehensive about it because he enjoyed his last school in Heidelberg so much and requested to go back there on several occasions, but he made friends the first day at his new school and hasn't looked back. Bea also started at a babysitter a couple of days a week. Henry used to go to her last year and she was anxious to have Bea with her. Like Henry, Bea is is also very happy with her new surroundings. Finally, I started a new job this week. I am working two and a half days a week in a rheumatology office. Honestly, I was extremely nervous before I started, but now that I have a couple of days in, it already feels like home. So, I think everyone is where they need to be and we can finally take a deep breath and relax for a while!

Henry on his first day of school.

We have managed to fit in a little fun. Carolyn, our niece, visited last week and we enjoyed doing several things with her. She and I saw a movie, got a pedicure, painted at a local pottery store, went shopping with Nana, and had a cookout and campfire at Papa's place on the river. There was also a little carnival in town, so we enjoyed a few rides and games as well. Henry was really disappointed when she went home, as were we.

Henry walking Booker.





As for our Beatrice, she will be 5 months next week!! Her little personality is so sweet and she could not be any more beautiful!!





Henry at the river

Tiny Tumblers!!

This week has been pretty ordinary. Our days have been filled with unpacking boxes, organizing, hanging pictures and playing outside as much as we can. Henry did have a class at the Family Museum this week called Tiny Tumblers. The first day was a little chaotic, but he quickly caught on to standing in line and taking his turn. Today, the last day, parents were invited to a performance by the children. It was absolutely precious! Henry was really proud of his new skills, and rightfully so, he was awesome! Below are a few pictures from our budding gymnast!

Fun with the moving boxes!


Bea taking a break from unpacking!

Look at our Henry!



Balance Beam!

Here we go again!

On Thursday our sea shipment arrived from Germany. Amazingly, only one item was broke and everything else was in great shape. As I am writing this blog two days later, I am happy to report we only have the office and our bedroom to organize! Needless to say we have worked nonstop since Thursday morning. My Dad, Will, and John's parents came to help and then Henry had a sleep over at Papa and Nana's to give us some extra time to unpack.

John, Will and my Dad did take some time for fun last night and went fishing. John and Will caught 7 or 8 fish each and my Dad caught only 2 - I think he spent most of his time helping the other two!

We also did some kite flying this week. Below is a picture of our new Spider Man kite. I had forgotten how much fun kite flying is!

Bea is doing great, as usual. She is talking all the time, rolling over, and starting to play with small toys - although her favorite past time is watching Henry play.

Below are some pictures from the move.


Our container in Germany.


Arriving in Bettendorf.


Goofy!


Kite Flying.


Tie Dye!