We just heard from Chris’ sponsor that not only are there a couple hotels near base that have two-bedroom set ups, but also that we should be able afford one within our temporary housing allowance. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS.

It probably sounds like a small thing, but I have been worried that we were all going to be exhausted and crabby and stir-crazy if we had to stay in a regular hotel for weeks or months on end while we hunt for a house in Sicily. I do realize this was always a #FWP but I don’t care. I’M SO RELIEVED. We are probably not all going to lose our minds! I’m still going to be able to get work done after they go to bed! I will have somewhere to hide when I need ten freaking minutes to myself. WHEW.

In other news, we are having a great day celebrating Fiona’s birthday. The kids are chowing down on their first-ever slushies from Sonic at the moment and they are very impressed. Next up, swimming, pizza and cake. Woo!