So far so good!

My entrance into New York City wasn't exactly like I had pictured it. It was very cloudy and rainy, so I didn't get to see much like I had hoped. But I wasn't going to let a little rain dampen my spirits! I successfully made it to my destination with no problems. Friends, you'll get a kick out of this: I was giving the cab driver detailed directions to the house and he said "wow, how do you know all of this information!?" I laughed. Mark my words everyone: I will not get lost in this city, and by the end of this I will look like a local!

When I arrived at the house Kristen and Charles greeted me with open arms. They live in a 4 story brownstone. It is very nicely decorated, and unlike most cramped New York houses, they have a backyard! We had a wonderful dinner of Chicken kabobs, couscous, and an absolutely delicious brussel sprout salad! I tried explaining to her the type of food Midwestern people eat, and she got quite a laugh when I mentioned Tator Tot casserole, cheesy potatoes, and snicker salad. I have a feeling I'll be eating a lot of very different, but very delicious food this summer!

I already admire Kristen. We've been able to talk very easily with each other, and she seems to have a good balance between work and her kids, so that makes me happy. Tomorrow she is going to show me around the neighborhood, and also show me Sabine and Gabriel's school and their favorite parks within Central Park (which is only two blocks away from our home). Sabine is 5 years old, with big brown eyes and pretty hair. She is very shy, so I'm hoping after a while she'll open up. Gabriel is 2 years old, and he reminds me so much of Noah. He is a very big, and very full of energy!

I've already unpacked and am laying in my very comfortable bed. My room is very spacious so I'm grateful I have my own space in the house. Stay tuned for more info! I'm already so happy and excited for the rest of this week!