Trying something new!

I thought I would start an "official blog," since I have such a hard time keeping up with friends and family. I usually try to send out email updates and keep things up to date on my Facebook and Myspace accounts, but I figured this would be the easiest option since I can easily post a links and pictures.

Things are going well for us so far, we are just anxiously waiting for what the Army's next move will be for us. If all goes well, we should be moving sometime next year. Jimmy and I are definitely ready for a change and hope to be closer to family.

We went hiking with Steven and Tyson in Richmond at a place called Belle's Island. It was pretty cold and windy, but we had so much fun. The James river was so low at one point, that we were able to cross it by jumping on the rocks... we felt very accomplished! We also got on the wrong trail and literally had to rock climb about 40 feet to get back on track. The scenery was gorgeous and it was just nice to be outside. Afterwards, we went to Carytown to have hot chocolate and apple cider at a hippie coffee shop 2 blocks from Steven and Tyson's house.

We are also preparing a small Thanksgiving at our house with Steven and Tyson. We are making everything from scratch, so it's going to be a big cooking day. The boys are going to spend the night Wednesday, so will help us in the morning with all the cooking. Our homemade menu: Deep fried turkey, stuffing, broccoli casserole, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin and cherry pie. I am making my mother-in-law's famous broccoli casserole, so i am nervous. I hope it turns out good because I am not the greatest cook!