Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

We have a home! A permanent one, well, the permanent one really. After many emails, phone conversations and a few harsh words (mainly on our part, sorry Bill!) we are going to be moving into our newly remodeled jungle dwelling. The place, as we first saw it, definitely needed some TLC, and next we knew our landlord was dropping everything in Massachusetts to fly out here and fix everything up. What a guy, huh?

So, all things being considered, man am I glad that we didn't let fear and whatnot carry us away from Nahiku (where our residence is) and into another abode, which would no doubt be less affordable, and much less awe-inspiring. For all of you who know me (Alanna), you probably would be proud to know that with as much instability and anxiety as I've had the last two weeks, I managed to remain patient enough to let this all work itself out in time. Not bad for a chronic worrier, if you ask me. And Evan, of course gets much of the credit for keeping me from going off the deep end, as usual. He's a good anchor for me, and I think I am for him. Awe, now idn't that cute? Marriage does have it's perks after all! Who knew? (Kidding, guys, only kidding.)

So today, with plans firmly in place for the first time since we've been here, what will we do with ourselves? Go to da beach! I mean come on, after all this stressing and huffing and puffing, what else would you have us do? Paia beach, the one photo included, will be our home for today, as we hang out with friends and swim in the beautiful blue pacific. I hope the weather back home isn't too abysmal, and as always we are sending warm thoughts your way.

Oh yeah, one other thing! Now that we have a two bedroom house, it's GAME ON, for all of you that were wanting to come visit. Little rainforest getaway, anyone?

As always, much love and aloha to all our friends and family. We miss you like crazy! a & e