Howdy

So Bill and I have been in Myrtle Beach since Tuesday afternoon. We left Monday night around 9 pm from Foxboro and drove straight through. 15 hours. It was hard, and boring, and after the first few hours I didn't think I would make it because we still had so much to go but we did and it was worth it! The condo Bill is staying in is small but definitely fine for him for the next few weeks until we move into our apartment and Allie and I come down. We've been doing a lot of "exploring" and finding out where the locals hang out and where the stores are and things we will need. Don't worry, I found the local Target so everything will be fine as long as I have that! Haha. The weather has been gorgeous and as I type this it's only 9:12 in the morning and already about 75 so I could really get used to this!

Apartment hunting has been an adventure. The first place we went too was cute, the woman goes "Rent is about $650 a month". Ok, fine. Not a problem, we could definitely do that. But then somehow I mentioned that Bill is going to be an officer with the county and she goes "Well that changes things. I drop your rent down to $325 a month!" What?! I almost fell over and asked for the lease agreement right then. Lucky for me I held off and said lets look at a few more places and make sure this is right. The complex didn't have a pool or a playground and I really wanted that, especially if I'm going to be a SAHM with Allie for a bit. So yesterday we looked at a bunch more complexes, all very nice, two bedroom two bathroom apartments that had a pool and a fitness center and all that but no one gave a break on the rent like the first place. Then as luck would have it, one place didn't have any available apartments that were two bedroom, and as much as I love Allie, she needs her own room because I'm not sharing mine! So the manager goes "There's a place down the road that I know has two bedrooms and I know the woman, go see her". So we did. And it was a great move. A beautiful two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with a fireplace! (I've always wanted one!!!) that has a porch with outdoor storage (YAY!) and has all new appliances and countertops. We loved it! And the place has a pool, and a fitness center, a space you can rent out for parties and everything. AND they are going to give us a hefty break on rent too so it's an amazing deal! Bill and I did the application and dropped it off yesterday so *hopefully* the woman will call us this morning and we will be all set. We both have good credit so I can't imagine there being a problem but only time will tell. ::Fingers crossed!::

After we did that we were in great moods so we went to Broadway at the Beach and rented a paddle boat and just floated around the lake. The best part was a family of baby ducks and their Mama found us and chased the paddle boat because they liked the small waves the boat made behind us. It was adorable! It really made my day. All that would make it better would be Allie here with us because everything we see we think "Allie would love that" but she will be here soon enough.

All in all, the last few days have been great. I feel a lot better about the move now that we hopefully have a place and I'm getting to know the area. The job interview I went on went well, but it's for a job I'm not interested in so I passed. That's fine though. More time with Allie and the right job will come along when it's meant too. I'm really starting to like SC. When we first got into the state the first person we saw yelled "HOWDY!" and was so friendly! I know they always talk about southern hospitality and people being nice and it's so true! Everone is friendly and inviting. Not to hate on Boston, because I love it, but what a change! I can't wait to see if Allie develops a little southern twang! Haha.

Oh, and on an ending note, I lost two more games of mini golf. I am now 0-11 against Bill. I honestly should just quit!!