Last two days before the move

We have moved already but I have been with out a computer for one week. We finally have internet service after going through 3 different numbers from AT&T. Anyway just a recap of the last few days. During the last week in Brandon we had several lunches and dinners planned.
We visited with Johanna and her two boys. Johanna has two boys, Miles and Adian. My boys and hers are the same age. We meet Johanna and her boys at St. Marks. Johanna was John David's teacher. She has been a great friend have. She has been someone that can relate to boy stories. We have told some stories.

Sonya took me to lunch at Newks on wednesday, 18th. Sonya and I were united by our sons. About a 12 months ago, John David talked about a friend from the gym named Jacob. Jacob was the cutest boy. I actually saw Sonya at Wal-Mart one day and we exchanged numbers. The boys play so good together. Sonya has become a good friend during the past year. Anyway we had a lunch just us girls and had a great time. It was sad but I know I will be seeing her soon because she has family near Collinsville and the boys will be missing each other. John David has already asked when is Jacob coming to see him.

That evening of the 18th of June we visited with our neighbors the Hopkins'. Great time, Good fellowship and Food!!!

On June 19th, we had a farewell dinner at the Country Club recognizing all who were finishing at UMC. JOhn's parents came we had a great time. The boys stayed with Matt and Mandi for one last time. I knew that when we picked the boys up that a few tears would be shed. Yes a few tears were shed, but we but kept good composer because we both know that we are only a short distance away. Mandi and I did get to run together one last time.

On June 20th, I knew the time was coming to say bye to a neighbor that has been our family away from family. The LaFosse's have been friends, grandparents and parents to my family. Nancy and Bill, aka Nana and Pa, will be missed. They lived across the road. My boys have been crossing that road everyday to see them and get a snack and coke. She always had what I needed, if I didn't when I was cooking. Good neighbors are hard to find.
And Finally, I had lunch with the Calvert's at Keifers. Of course my lunch was on the house from Keifers. I had a great visit with Matt and Mandi. The Calvert's have been great friends of ours since the birth of Holt. Mandi and I spent a lot of time togther running while training for Memphis. We got to know each other very well. I really can't say how thankful I am for this family. They spent many hours helping us out with our kids, taking pictures at all the races and bringing my kids to races and just being friends. I can tell you, I was so excited for them when they found out they were expecting. They both are natural parents. We have been through a lot in the past 3 years. Lots of neighborhood evening chats. I will miss them and watching Anna Lauren grow up. Hopefully she will know who is the Vossanater. Thanks to all who have been a part of my life in Brandon!

Friends

We have lived in Oak Grove for several years and just down the road was a family that we really got to know in the past six months. Lori and Bruce Hopkins have a daughter Barbara Jane that is JOhn Davids age. These pictures were taken at their house, Wednesday before we moved. We really enjoyed spending time with you guys and Thanks for dinner!
The 3 bucket heads, Holt, JD and Barbara Jane

Last supper club at the park

Supper Club at the Park.
Holt loving the cookies
Adam
Hadley and Anna Lauren
Anna Lauren going for a ride

Holt

Holt loves to pull things. He has tried to pull down our table and succeed with the chairs. He finally discovered that he could pull the rocking horse.

I can't find the pictures, but I have some of Holt towing JD while JD on the gator.

John David and Jacob

John David and Jacob wanted to help cut the grass. It took both of the boys to push the lawn mower.

This sink hole has been hours of entertainment for my kids for 4 years. Many afternoons we have been at the sink hole till dark.

This is Adam Willimas! His mom (Katie) and dad (Billy) have become friends of ours and Adam really loves playing with John David and Holt. Summer of 2007, 3 couples from the neighborhood started a supper club, the Calvert's, the Williams', and us. It is hard to believe that one year has past.

Final Week

Well, all week we will be saying good byes. For the rest of the week, we have lunch dates and dinner dates. Our soon to be old house is almost empty. JOhn asked me what was for dinner, I said where would you like me to get take out. We have moved everything including food and cooking pans. I am looking forward to spending time with friends.



We thought we had a major problem today when we got home from Meridian. It was smokin hot in our house. Well after a few hours and the air conditioner did not seem to work, we decided to call in the professionals. Thank goodness the air was able to be fixed and not replaced. We are closing on the house in 3 days. Let's all pray that nothing else happens.

New house pictures

View from the front of the house. This was taken in January. Things are much prettier now since it is summer, not winter.

This is a view from the front left corner after one walks through the front door. You are looking part of the living room, foyer, red dining room and sitting area in the far corner next to the door.

Kitchen

I will post pictures of the lake at a later date.

Less than 2 weeks

WOW! We will be moving in less than 2 weeks. I feel the need to write or type because I almost had a breakdown when I left Target and headed home. I turned into the entrance of the neighborhood and just got to thinking how life is about to change. Change will be good, but all schedules will change. John's working schedule will be different. The kids and I will have a different schedule. Most of you know we moved to the country, ~15-20 miles to decent shopping. Now Wal-mart is only 10 miles away. So if the kids and I want to go to lunch, play at the park, go to the mall, go to the gym or visit friends we will have to drive into town. Driving from Target made me realize, no more going to get something for supper that day. I will be planning meals way ahead of time. On a good note, we have a house we love. It sits on 3.5 acres and our land backs up to a lake. The neighborhood is friendly. We have realized that yes we are moving to a small town and everyone already knows about us in some way.
I do know Meridian has a good triathlon group. I have meet many triathletes from Meridian.
Considering the whole package, positives and negatives, we do feel that this will be a good move.

Pictures of the Boys.

On June 5, 2008, Jennifer Hobson of Two sisters Photography, photograph the boys at Wrights Mill. She explains boys well on her blog. It was a very busy 30 min. I can't wait to see the pictures.
http://www.twosistersphotograph.com/

Heatwave triathlon 1/2 mile swim, 24 mile bike, 6.2 mile run

Well, the first race of the year is over. Today was the Heatwave Triathlon and boy was it HOT! Everything went good, but I felt like my times were a little off compared to last year. I placed 4th in my age group and 13th over all in the women's division.
2007: Kristi Voss 33 8 21:00 1:18 4 1:13:05 20.9 1:52 2 45:08 7:24 2:22:22

2008:Kristi Voss 34 7 15:31 1:22 6 1:11:39 20.8 1:11 2 47:18 7:46 2:16:59