Stalling

Ok, I admit, I've been avoiding my "comeback." In addition to not knowing where to start, I just find myself more in the need for down time when time frees itself up. Continuing this blog is definitely something I desire, so I might as well just start anywhere and the rest will come out along the way. I make my absent time sound so dramatic, but it really wasn't really like that.

I am too lazy right now to upload pictures (plus, I left my camera at my mom's), but here's what's happened in the recent past. I went to my mom's last weekend to help pack up because she found a house in the town where I went to high school she loved -- and as of today she is officially moved in. I wish I could be there to help out more, but it is difficult to help with BB in tow. I'm thinking of her constantly and hoping she will be able to get her furniture, etc. all figured out.

Speaking of BB, she is just great. She's a climber (found her the other day with her hands on the coffee table and her feet on the sofa...) and is finally beginning to talk; the most impressive word being "xie xie" (Mandarin for "thank you"). She's been going to daycare since May and has been doing really well with that. I'm just glad that she's able to socialize with others her age a few days a week. Also a perk, she's been able to get that nice summer tan that has eluded me for years. Actually, I'm not so sure that's really a "perk" when you're talking about babies, but don't worry, she wears sunscreen every day. Gotta protect that beautiful skin. I'm just jealous.

Dave got a job right out of school as a financial analyst and has already gone on his first business trip. I'm so proud of him. He is beginning to study for the CFA. All the material just looks so intense and intimidating. He also bought a car, which was a huge relief on our commuting situation.

Today, Dave bought me some new kicks at Paiva because I am determined to start working out. There is a perfectly pristine workout center here and I have not used it in the whole year (wow) we've been living here. I've been enjoying my time off, but have been getting a little antsy, so I'm trying to find ways (both lucrative and...uh...not) to keep myself busy.

That should be it for now. How random! Must make some dinner. I'm thinking tofu + baby bok choi.