I am very glad to be back home with my family. Even though it was only 3 days trip, it felt longer for everybody including myself. My flight home was smooth and got back home by midnight. I slept 3 hrs before getting ready for an important work meeting. I wasn’t in my best given lack of sleep and just recovering from my tooth extraction, but it went extremely well.
The day I got back, Daddy had food poisoning and Lizzy got sick (probably flu or cold). I am glad to be here when they are sick. Lizzy feels safe when I am around. She loves the gift I brought back, which is a sloth stuff toy that helps kids to stay upright when doing homework. Brilliant idea.
Few good news:
- The thing I went to China to do is FINALLY done. I should have done it 10 years ago but it got complicated and I kept saying I’ll do it later. Finally it’s done, and due to government policy change, I only paid a third of the cost. That’s more than 10k saved, not even planned.
- We may be able to move TOGETHER in March! Someone is interested (almost for sure) to take over my apartment, my helper, and potentially my car. YAY!!! Now we are working toward this timeline, so a lot to do!
- I just got notified about my salary increase due to the promotion and it is more than I expected. YAY!
- My MIL who was under injection treatment for her blood clot that caused swollen foot is working. What a relief for everyone!
I am extremely grateful for all these happenings. Now into planning for the move while we enjoy our time in New Zealand. 🙂
Happy holidays to everyone.
Our New Journey 
That little sloth is so cute! Sorry to hear about the sickness in your house! I am glad you made it home to help out. I feel terrible when the boys get sick while I am gone. It’s hard enough to solo parent with healthy kids, especially with how young my kids are.
I’m glad things are coming together for the move!! And yay about the salary news!
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Oh wow, that is all such great news! I know you were really hoping you could all move together. That’s so great, Coco. Also great news about your mom! Health stuff is so stressful.
Speaking of which, I sure hope everyone is feeling better!
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What a great way to close a year! So happy for you. There are exciting times ahead – I’m sure your trip to NZ will help you to recharge for all the adventures coming up!
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I hope you have an amazing time in NZ, and am thrilled about the pay raise, that you will (hopefully) be able to move together, and that your MILs treatment is working. Wonderful! Also, that sloth is adorable.
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