Welcome!

Welcome! The last year has been full of changes for the Salgado family. Dan moved to Raleigh in July, I quit my job in October, we sold our house in a short three weeks, and Abby and I joined Dan in this city called the Triangle. Raleigh was always "Dan's place;" it was full of memories for him but mostly a big scary place where I knew no one or nothing. And for those of you that know me, you know how well I do in the face of change :)

Turns out, there was nothing to be scared of. I have absolutely loved our move down here! Of course, the largest part of that has been the switch from a job I hated (but was pretty good at, and made a damn good living considering I only worked 3-4 hours a day) to the job I always wanted (one I'm even better at, even if the pay is in love and tantrums and not cash.) But, Raleigh has also brought new friends for Abby, Dan and I and a lot stronger family bond. Oh yeah, and I'm also pregnant with our second child, so Raleigh brought that too!

All that being said, I've felt a little disconnected from the family and friends that are now at least 2 1/2 hours away and, I can say it, I'm a little intellectually bored. Don't get me wrong, I love coloring and singing and the ABC's (not playdoh, I HATE playdoh) but I used to converse with people who spent several thousand dollars and many years on their educations on a daily basis. Even though, most of the conversations consisted of "can you sign? I left you some samples of 30's and 60's."

The solution? This blog. I've always loved to write, just ask my brother or sister who've endured/sought out my advice on many a school paper. I've even written a few college essays other than my own. (You're welcome, Bud!) I have no idea where this will take me or if I can even keep up with it at all but we'll see. Glad to have you along for the ride!