You asked... so get comfy :)
Well Hey everyone! Yes it's been too long since the posts have really pumped! The passage of time from the end of last year through the beginning of this year has been just amazingly fast! I guess that's probably true for us all. Not much to do about it, though, except to stop and relax once in a while.
So the first deal for SkyShades of Austin did not go through. It was the closest we've gotten, and it was disappointing to lose the restaurant, but 'on you will go though the weather be foul, on you will go though the hackencracks howl. And Will you succeed? Yes. You will indeed (98 and three quarters percent guaranteed.)' Read any Dr. Suess lately? Now you have. Interest continues to pick up in the area for thses shades. They're just not something that fits most budgets. But I guess I'm feeling ok with all of that- I'm still happy to be the only ones in the area who can provide that signature 'look'. Once the wave catches on, I think we will be busy. For now you may uncross your fingers.
We went to Mexico for Enrique's sister's wedding in January, for about a week. It was great fun. They have a huge family, and I'm finally really getting to know everyone. It's nice to know their names, and be able to remember how they're related. I met Enrique's paternal grandfather for the first time, which was nice. And the wedding was one giant glorious event. The party was the best! They had rented a big 'salon' and it had a room where the kids could play, a dance floor, tables for dinner (not dancing), loud music, lots of events, even had a Mariaichi for a while. Drank tequila with the family, sang karoke for the first time, and just really enjoyed myself. I'm familiar enough with the area of town now, and the people, that I can relax and be myself. I can even sleep there now. I really enjoy feeling like I have a home in Mexico.
And since we've been back it's just been tons of work to get all caught up from being gone, and from the change of year. TONS. But I'm finally getting there now, just as the month has changes and it'll all start over. That's accounting for ya. I'm so accustomed to living in the near future that I hardly notice the current time- except for the weekends.
Enrique got a drum set last weekend- and I'm sure all our neighbors enjoy hearing him beat away at them every night. And we've found time to go out once or twice recently- getting to know Austin better and better. We do enjoy it so much! The girls have grown up a bit more and we're able to be a little more free, what a difference! Not that we go leaving them a whole lot, but we do get out once in a while. And I'm planning my cut- flower garden, chomping at the bit to go and buy perennials. Soon the vegetables will be ready to plant too!
I joined Gold's, Enrique and I both did. He's been up at 4:20 everyday to hit the gym before work. I mostly go after work- three to four days per week. We're both loving that. It's another thing we've been able to give ourselves lately, and it really makes a huge difference in how we're both feeling. I haven't lost any weight, but maybe moved it around a little.
So that's pretty much the update- thanks for asking! James do you know when you have plans to return to SA or Houston? Robbie our next planned weekend will be here soon, and I know we'll connect then. Mark- it's been nice to visit with you lately. And MIKEY :) you and that pretty girl of yours must come and allow us to share some of our favorite Austin scenes with you, let's plan on this spring? I'd love to hear how you all are, and what changes have occurred with the change of year!
Love to you all! Girl-Coop out.
So the first deal for SkyShades of Austin did not go through. It was the closest we've gotten, and it was disappointing to lose the restaurant, but 'on you will go though the weather be foul, on you will go though the hackencracks howl. And Will you succeed? Yes. You will indeed (98 and three quarters percent guaranteed.)' Read any Dr. Suess lately? Now you have. Interest continues to pick up in the area for thses shades. They're just not something that fits most budgets. But I guess I'm feeling ok with all of that- I'm still happy to be the only ones in the area who can provide that signature 'look'. Once the wave catches on, I think we will be busy. For now you may uncross your fingers.
We went to Mexico for Enrique's sister's wedding in January, for about a week. It was great fun. They have a huge family, and I'm finally really getting to know everyone. It's nice to know their names, and be able to remember how they're related. I met Enrique's paternal grandfather for the first time, which was nice. And the wedding was one giant glorious event. The party was the best! They had rented a big 'salon' and it had a room where the kids could play, a dance floor, tables for dinner (not dancing), loud music, lots of events, even had a Mariaichi for a while. Drank tequila with the family, sang karoke for the first time, and just really enjoyed myself. I'm familiar enough with the area of town now, and the people, that I can relax and be myself. I can even sleep there now. I really enjoy feeling like I have a home in Mexico.
And since we've been back it's just been tons of work to get all caught up from being gone, and from the change of year. TONS. But I'm finally getting there now, just as the month has changes and it'll all start over. That's accounting for ya. I'm so accustomed to living in the near future that I hardly notice the current time- except for the weekends.
Enrique got a drum set last weekend- and I'm sure all our neighbors enjoy hearing him beat away at them every night. And we've found time to go out once or twice recently- getting to know Austin better and better. We do enjoy it so much! The girls have grown up a bit more and we're able to be a little more free, what a difference! Not that we go leaving them a whole lot, but we do get out once in a while. And I'm planning my cut- flower garden, chomping at the bit to go and buy perennials. Soon the vegetables will be ready to plant too!
I joined Gold's, Enrique and I both did. He's been up at 4:20 everyday to hit the gym before work. I mostly go after work- three to four days per week. We're both loving that. It's another thing we've been able to give ourselves lately, and it really makes a huge difference in how we're both feeling. I haven't lost any weight, but maybe moved it around a little.
So that's pretty much the update- thanks for asking! James do you know when you have plans to return to SA or Houston? Robbie our next planned weekend will be here soon, and I know we'll connect then. Mark- it's been nice to visit with you lately. And MIKEY :) you and that pretty girl of yours must come and allow us to share some of our favorite Austin scenes with you, let's plan on this spring? I'd love to hear how you all are, and what changes have occurred with the change of year!
Love to you all! Girl-Coop out.
1 Comments:
Jennifer,
So glad to hear things are going along nicely for you guys. I'm sure the shy shades venture will take off soon enough. Once one or two happens, I feel like then the flood gates will open. Keep on doin what your doin.
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