We Have Arrived

Seriously? October 12th was my last post? Wowzers .... OK, a very quick, brief catch up ...



The move went smoothly. The only thing we can't find is our dvd player. But the PMQ is very nice, tons of space and we're all very happy here. We've settled into the house quite nicely. And after we get some housework done this afternoon I'll take some pics to post. Here and on Facebook .... I owe some people some pics!

Living on the base is interesting ... it's like a big neighbourhood, and has the necessities in walking distance, and the rest of the stuff (restaurants, better & big groceries stores, etc etc) are all within a 10-20 minute drive. Either in the small adjoining towns, or in Quebec City proper. I can get to the main shopping areas, hospital and provincial employment office now without printed directions. Not that I'm actually looking for a job. But I applied for employment insurance and I'm still waiting on a decision ... and as a result I was summoned to a job-search-help meeting. It was long and boring and I have idea why I'm telling you about it.


I've met a really nice group of women since we've arrived. They are all english speaking, or bilingual, so it's nice to not have to speak french ALL the time. Most are moms with kids slightly older than Lola, so we've been on play dates and attend a weekly playgroup. It's nice to let the rug rats run around and sit back to chill with other moms.

We've sorted out most of our provincial change overs, but still have a few outstanding things. It's hard not having access to an office to print and fax stuff. But Mike does so he helps, and I can always go to the family centre on base to do it too.

Here's a "lowlight" - a few weeks ago I had to go back home for a doctor's appointment and coming back here I hit a flippin' raccoon with the car. I was fine but the car was not. Only I had no idea until the next day. It damaged the radiator and cracked the front bumper. Grrreeeaaaaat. We went through our insurance and luckily it didn't affect our rates, and we were given a rental while the car was fixed. Still super annoying.


And, ending this long overdue post is a highlight! I'm prego. That is why I won't be looking for a new job. Hopefully EI kicks in soon, then early next year Mike gets a promotion, and when he's overseas in November, we get some extra cash. So I'm looking at being a full-time stay at home mom for the next few years. Bananas. I'll be getting my second ultrasound before xmas so we'll know the sex then. The due date is May 11, 2012.


More frequent posts from now on, from your lackadaisical blog friend!!