We thought we would be here in Colorado for at least another 18 months, but Scott found out in December that he had been selected to be on a short list for a commander job (about 50 people for 30 jobs). We weren't expecting that. This week the list came out and Scott got one of the jobs - which shouldn't have been a surprise because of his excellent credentials. :)
So our time in Colorado is going to be cut a bit short. We will be moving in June to the aptly named Scott AFB in southern Illinois, just across the Mississippi River from St. Louis.
We're all excited for the new adventure but still adjusting to the idea. We have loved our time in Colorado.
I have traveled to St. Louis several times for work and I really like it there. It's a small big town and a bonus for me is that they have a Trader Joe's!! And the parts of southern Illinois that I have been to (between St. Louis and the Carbondale area) are very beautiful.
The kids are excited to move and also still adjusting to the idea. Anna wanted to get out her suitcase right away and pack up all her clothes and princess shoes so they wouldn't be left behind. Matthew wanted to know how dad would be able to find us. I explained dad would come home before we moved and it would still be several months (after school is out for the summer). And that movers will come pack up all the clothes and princess shoes. I'm hoping the move all goes smoothly. Mississippi River, here we come!!
2 comments:
Do you know what city you'll be in? We're in Peoria, IL. Just 3 hours from St. Louis! I hope we can see you/help out!
We're looking in the O'Fallon area near the base, but still trying to figure it out. We'll have to get together!
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