Well, we did it!
So I thought I should let everyone know that we're finally (actually, for real!!) headed to Austin. Some of you know all the details already, some might be a bit surprised. Some of you don't even live here anymore, but I thought you'd like to know! It's going to be so hard to say goodbye to everyone, but don't worry, we'll come visit soon!
We will be around here, packing and loading the moving truck this weekend, so if you'd like to stop by and say hi, (or goodbye! sniff sniff) please do! The truck drives away on Monday, but we aren't leaving for another week after that, so we'll be in town. Please get ahold of us if you can! We want to try to make the rounds all next week, and see as many friends and family as we can.
We are planning a get together next Friday night (16th) at Claimjumper in Roseville, so stop by if you can! Call for details, just a low-key meet in the bar for half-price appetizers kind of thing.
Some details: We sold our home to the first people who came to look at it (but the second people to make an offer.) It has all gone unbelievably smoothly (and quickly!), which is just truly miraculous in this market. It seems we are really meant to be in Texas.
We went down to Austin last week to find a place to live while we build our new home, and ended up finding a little rental house that will work perfectly. (See left, yes it's small and not very interesting but it's cheap and convenient! Besides, not our forever home, that is coming soon ....)
Anna will be moving in with us to save a little money (but really because she misses us so much ;) We will be living fairly close to the Austin airport, so if you find yourselves wanting to go to Texas for any reason, we're close and convenient, and you're welcome to stay!
Our schedule: We're signing papers on Monday (Feb. 12) and escrow closes Friday Feb. 16. We're staying with Jess and Paul next week, one last long goodbye :( . Then Michael and Paul are leaving Saturday morning to make the Big Drive with the doggies. They will arrive on Monday (19th). I, being the special princess that I am, will be flying out on Tuesday, the 20th. Nothing sadder than booking a one-way ticket!
So there you have it, it is really happening. Now, I'm going to go curl up in a little ball and feel sad for awhile before I get back to PACKING!
You can reach us at 530-885-2389 (home) til Monday, call our cel phones after that. Michael 916-316-3011 and Sharon 916-316-3012. Or, we're always online (of course) so email is always good. PLEASE keep in touch!
Lots and lots and lots of love,
Sharon and Michael
( ... and Sammie and Bear)
And getting settled in slowly. Last week it was move move move - this week it's back to work! Still getting the house unpacked - I imagine it will be a few weeks before we feel settled, but since we finally got the website up, I thought I'd mention you can check out the gallery for going away party pics and some new Austin ones. I still can't believe we're actually here!
