We are in a new phase. Caleb is working in Tokyo!!!! With this trip he is gone almost 2 weeks. His travel is important in the coming months as he begins to get traction in his new role as a Director at BSC Tokyo. We will spend more time apart during this time before we move than any other time in our marriage. I am not worried or fearful because I know this is all part of the process. I have faith in God to sustain us and trust and faith in my husband and our commitment to each other.
I have started this blog post multiple times and then have stopped. It seems mundane to track these everyday details. It doesn’t seem very exciting to make a list of the things I’ve done and am going through right now but this is the part of the journey I am on right now and I should document my days.
This week I began sorting through the daycare toys. I am going to sell some items and give lots away. I am so happy that my friend Tara is starting an in home daycare! She is going to do great and I am so happy that some of my supplies and equipment will help a friend get her business rolling.
I also began looking at toys through a lens of “do I want to save this toy for my GRANDchildren to play with” Holy Cow! That seems so far away but I should make sure I don’t get rid of things that fit into this category!
We are in the process of applying to 4 international schools. Each school has their own application, questions, and documents required. I am trying to keep them all straight and make sure I follow all the guidelines. Most schools need an application fee of ~$150- $300 per child. I have also had to request confidential letters of recommendation from teachers and a request for teachers to proxy an entrance exam. YIKES! I hope the kids don’t feel the pressure I do! I haven’t shared a ton with them as I do not want to overwhelm them!
Today(Sunday) I worked for 5 hours, sorting and cleaning in the water room and apartment. Baby steps.
Also on the list of new (or newish) things… I visited a chiropractor this week. I have been dealing with a slight discomfort in my lower back for a couple weeks. I know that I tweaked something while working out a while ago. When it started impacting my daily life I knew I should do something. Definitely a frustrating turn of events since I have been enjoying my Crossfit 4-5 times a week lately. I am trying to listen to my body and only do lifts and movements that feel okay. Good news is that the chiropractor believes that my issue should be solved with a total of 3 visits.
Well that’s all for now. Thanks for reading!
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