FINALLY settled!!!

A lot has happened since my last post. We decided to stay with the house that we signed the lease on. I was so unsure but once we got everything moved in and were able to get out in the neighborhood a little, I am VERY happy with our choice. I feel at peace here. The house is perfect for us. Just a little info on cost of living...our house is $2700 a month!!! Luckily the army gives us a housing allowance and cost of living allowance. :/ Here is a picture of the house.

Now here is a picture of a house for $2600 a month. I feel like we got a good deal!

I thought it was crazy the range of houses you could get within a $300 price difference. Ben has to drive a little further to work but we have a beautiful home that is only 5 years old. It is 2002 sq ft. Love the floorplan. The neighborhood is awesome. There are bike trails everywhere. They are building a park within walking distance. And it is only 5-10 minutes to the beach. :)

Speaking of the beach...while we were there last weekend a seal swam up on shore to sun bath and take a nap. I spoke with the life guard and he said this guy was a regular. They have named him Benny. He said that Benny likes to pop his head out of the water to scare someone and then will swim away. Playful guy! I just loved him!

Ben tried out surfing for the first time! He got up a few times but unfortunately I missed it :( We were distracted by the seal. But here are a few shots of an awesome attempt.

And here are my adorable boys enjoying the beach.

We are about 95% unpacked which is awesome. Blake and I are going to restart home schooling Monday. Starting with everything in chaos was not a good idea. We finally had the internet hooked up Thursday, so I feel like I can plan much better.

Today we went to the Dole Plantation. The boys loved the maze. I personally felt like the train and the garden was a rip off! The food was great though and the pineapple ice cream was even better!

I really miss all of my friends and family! Some good girl time is much needed!!! I am sure we will make good friends soon though. Ben started back to work last week, so hopefully we will start getting into a routine.