"If you are still in the process of raising children, be aware that the tiny fingerprints that show up on almost every newly cleaned surface, the toys scattered about the house, the piles and piles of laundry to be tackled will disappear all too soon and that you will—to your surprise—miss them profoundly." - Pres. Thomas Monson

Friday, June 5, 2009

No Rest For the Weary

So, my parents stayed at our house the night after our move and went back to work early the next morning. My mom unpacked my kitchen and my dad mowed our lawn 4 times to get it back to a normal length. It was pretty brown and dead, but it's slowly returning to a green hue.


Dad and Leon gave a us a training course on automatic sprinklers and fixed our broken sprinkler wire.


The kids had a great time breaking in the swingset and playing with cousins.


We did overlook one important thing...turning on the gas. And because it was Memorial Day weekend we didn't get it turned on until Wednesday. So after Stephanie, Mom, and I finished cleaning the apartment on Saturday night, Dave brought the kids over and we all showered in our empty apartment. Oh how happy I was on Wednesday when I finally had a nice warm shower. Dave left for Moab on Tuesday and returned on Saturday night, so I was left in charge. It was a long week without him, but I now know how to turn on the gas, light a pilot light, and where to find the dryer breaker switch. All things that a homeowner should know I guess.

4 comments:

Mom and Camera said...

Such a funny video and so glad you had lots of help moving. Not a job I hope to repeat for a VERY VERY long time. We need to come see your new house (since it isn't that far from ours). I think that the craziest weeks of my life (so not kidding on this one) are almost over. My mind isn't feeling quite so mushy today.

Natalie said...

You are welcome anytime!

Christa said...

oh, all the lovely "new house issues", but they're worth it I'm sure :) I'm so excited for you nat!!! I really like your house too.... very nice!

Scott and Traci said...

1--I wish the video continued through the whole house!! Us out of towners can only hope for virtual tours these days :)
2--Did the house come with a swingset or did I miss the big purchase? FUN!!
3--Let's hear it for family that helps despite their own inconvenience! And lets homeowners relax on their own couches :)
4-Nice view of the pretty mountains!
5--Enjoy!