Tuesday, July 10, 2007

California and back again

Well, we arrived home safe late Sunday night from our CA trip. It was a lot of fun and great to get away together, just Michael and me. Michael took his exam & lab in San Jose on Friday for the Voice CCIE and felt pretty confident that he would be close but not quite pass. The verdict is in.... he was right, but he is gearing up for a re-test on Aug 9th and is confident that he'll be a CCIE to the power of two then. :)
We didn't go to Disneyland this trip and instead went to San Francisco's Pier 39 and the Golden Gate Bridge. It was a bit cloudy but still the view was breath-taking! Our most inspiring moment was on a hike by the bridge. We hiked down to the beach and it was such a steep incline that it gave us a serious workout! I realized just how out of shape I've gotten, so this is a public commitment to changing that aspect as soon as possible.
I just started my new job. I'll be working as a teacher in a toddler
classroom at the Primrose at Vista Ridge. It's a brand new facility so
we are in the organizing and unpacking stages. Classes will begin two weeks from now so I'll get to meet all of my new kiddo's then. It's really been cool opening a new school because everyone is so optimistic and there is a feeling of being there for the long haul, which is a refreshing change. It has been hard leaving behind my kid's at the Courtyard, but I can't beat the 3 minute commute now!
Brandy and Tootsie have a new kennel. It's a huge metal crate that allows them plenty of space to stretch out and has great ventilation. They seem to be so happy to hang out in their new space while we are at work.
We are so lucky to have such great dog's. Tootsie has especially won over the hearts of all of our friends here in Austin. She's so outgoing and friendly. Brandy takes longer to warm up to new faces but is so obedient and loving.

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