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Scarlett is Moving to Charlotte!
This past month has been an absolute whirlwind. Alex moved to Charlotte to start working a few weeks ago and I have been wrapping things up here in Tennessee. Here is an update on what has been going on this past month:
- Our house sold in 1 day! As soon as we listed it, it sold! We actually priced our home on the higher end and we sold it pretty close to asking price. My theory is that inventory is so low in this area and we are in the prime season and maybe because I'm such a fabulous decorator ;)
- Scarlett is a seasoned frequent flyer! She has made two round trips on an airplane in her short 3 months. I was a bit worried about flying with her, but she did a great job and has made me a proud momma. Everyone kept complimenting her on how well she did. Her first flight was delayed several hours and made me a nervous wreck, because I didn't know how long I could keep her entertained and happy in an airport. I was also worried about running out of formula because I did not prepare for a flight delay. Thankfully, the milk held out and so did she and we made it to Charlotte with our sanity still intact. During the last return flight, she peed on my leg as everyone was boarding the plan and the guy next to me was less than amused. I had just changed her diaper a couple hours earlier, so I didn't know how it had gotten so full so fast. The guy next to me said I wouldn't be able to change her and I looked him straight in the eyes and said, "watch me." Yes, I felt like a badass when I successfully changed her in less than a minute in my lap without her making one peep. He then looked at me and said, "surely she isn't your first..."
- We were not planning on our house selling so fast, but when it did we realized we needed to find something in Charlotte ASAP. We found and bought our house the first weekend up there and should close on it at the end of the month.
- Scarlett was a trooper the whole time we looked at houses. We looked at over 30 homes in just 2 days and she barely made a sound. The realtor was convinced that we drugged her up before we left each day.
- Alex and I are so excited about our new home in Charlotte. The neighborhood is absolutely precious and the people are just as nice. It has a swimming pool with a slide, fountains, and lifegaurds which makes me feel much better. It also has a really cute playground that will be great for Scarlett when she gets a bit older. This neighborhood has sidewalks unlike our current subdivision and is much flatter which it great for running/walking/biking. Our house was just completed this year and has the pretty kitchen I have always dreamed of. I can't wait to show you all pictures as soon as we move in.
- I will miss living in Nashville, but I am so looking forward to our new life in Charlotte. It is such a beautiful city. The surrounding communities are manicured and charming: better than I could have ever imagined.
- Scarlett can now roll from her back to belly. She also likes to sleep on her side.
- She is constantly wiggling and has started "talking" to me.
- She is sleeping through the night. I put her down between 8-9 pm and she will typically wake up between 5-6 am, eat, and then go back to sleep until 10 am.
- I have been inspired by my sister-in-law, Kate, to start eating healthier and get my butt back in shape. I had a lot of momentum in the beginning, but lost it. I am now kicking it back into high gear and ready to get this baby weight off. I am so glad we will be living in the same city because she knows how to encourage me to keep going (Thanks Kate! You're the best!)
This past month has been a busy one, but overall it has been very exciting! I am looking forward to all that this next month holds.
Love and hugs,
Emily and Scarlett
