It seemed like a good idea at the time

So we decided to do one of those things that seem like a good idea at the time ...



As many of you know we like to compete (well participate in really) in triathlons and there is a great tritathlon right near our house (well old house now, but we'll get to that) called The Columbia Triathlon. For those of you who do not know, a triathlon is a swimming, biking and then running race; Columbia is a one mile swim, 25 mile hilly bike and 6.2 mile very hilly run. Since Bonnie was unable to do this race last on account of being larger than normal around the mid section, we decided to do the race this year as a last hoo-rah before moving. Since we had to sign up last October, we did not realize that the race would be the day before the movers came to pack and move all of our stuff.

Well we did the race and in fact we did quite well. Bonnie beat her time from two years ago by over 10 minutes. So two years older, AND a new baby, yet she kicked some butt and took some names (Bryce even got to finsih the race too). Ramiro was 10 seconds slower than last year, but who is really counting.

So tri'd and a bit sore, we got up the next day and were ready for the movers. Now all our stuff is in boxes and we are living in a hotel for the next couple of days, till we head to Lia's, then California, then for the grins of it all we think we fly to the other side of the world - Thailand; for a threee year tour, a threee year tour.

So although it seemed like a good idea at the time; it was, and we are both really glad we did the race and are excited about the move.

"Please Folks May I Have Some More?"

Bryce was having a bite to eat when he looked up and noticed that his bowl was empty. He held it up and clearly stated that he wanted some more. We did not respond quickly enough so he decided to copy the dog and lick it clean.

Kids - go figure.

Visit Virginia

We came to Virginia to visit Lia and the boys, Kyle and Brandon.  We went to eat at Thai food.  We get to borrow Chris's Civic Hybrid.  We need a 2nd car till we leave and this was an option since Chris is in Iraq.  We sold Ramiro's car and the move to Bangkok is starting to feel more real.  

Next step is to start sorting our belongings into groups.  Short term stuff we need immediately, air freight, boat freight/ car and stuff we want or shall I say don't want for 3 years.  I now have a better understanding of what we might take.  We received pictures of what the new place is going to look like.  

The condo has a kitchen, dinning room, living room, family room/ den, bar, Three bedrooms and maids quarters. We will be living on the 23rd floor.  The apartment building has a spa, gym, lap pool, track and child care center for 1 month to 5 years.  It is nice.  Fully furnished.  It has hardwood floors and lots of shelf space.  I don't have a lot of display items.  I guess I will be able to get a few decorative items.  

Bonnie's Clyde's 10k

Today my neighbor Ellie and I ran in our first race post babies. Our babies are one month apart and we have both been anxiously trying to get out and exercise. Our husbands have been very supportive. Columbia Striders Clyde's 10 k, in downtown Columbia. A hilly run that loops around the mall and past the apartments that Ramiro and I lived in when we meet. Both Ellie and I felt great post race and were happy to finish. I actually did better than the last time I ran the race 3 years ago. Go me!!
Bonnie

Swimming Lessons

Bryce loves to swim. We have been taking him to the YMCA for lessons and he is really enjoying himself. We have meet many other babies and their moms. Bryce practices back and front floating, kicking, blowing bubbles, will go under the water and come up with out any fuss. We sing the babies songs as we swim. We are glad to start him early, getting him ready for the summer.

Running with Shades

Today Bryce and I enjoyed a run at Centennial Lake. Our gracious neighbors lent us a running stroller. Bryce seemed to like the smoothness of the stroller. I could tell since he slept most of the run. We are training to do the Columbia Triathlon. It is much harder for both Ramiro and I to train. We usually go in shifts. Ramiro ends up running at work where he has a few co-workers to run with. In December we would like to do Tri-Thai. Anyone care to join us?

Bonnie

Counting Down the Days

Spring is here, we have survived another winter. The daffodils are in bloom. The weather is quick to change. Some days are warm and the wind blows in cold air and a crisp day. Change is the motto in my life currently.
Bryce is 6 months old and working hard to achieve new milestones. He rolls over both ways and sits up. He loves to eat solid foods. We have started to introduce ASL (American Sign Language) as another language into his vocabulary. This also means learning a new language for Ramiro and myself.
Bonnie