Mr. and Mrs. Sherwood visit the Coast

Funny thing about parents. They get older, and they like to travel.

When I lived in North Carolina 9 years ago, my parents never came for a visit. My mother reminded me it was because she was paying all of my bills. Thanks, Mom.

They're now about two years away from retirement... did you know that this place is one of the best places in the country for retirees? Hmmm...

It was really cute to watch them get a kick out of walking on the beach, driving a golf cart around an island... and picking up sea shells. Oh yea, and eating seafood was a lot of fun, too.

What's the saying? Absence makes the heart grow fonder? I miss my parents very much. I have always been close to them, but it was really hard for me to say goodbye this week. I couldn't wait to leave Missouri (no offense), but I still miss it. Dammit.

I'm baaaaaaccccckkk!

Sorry for the little break. Not that anyone but my Grandma cares.

Anyway, I have been in North Carolina for 8 days... and it's been really great so far. I try to go to the beach once a week just to put my feet in the sand and remember why I chose to move so far away from home. I also do it because Jim loves the water, and somehow going to the beach makes me feel closer to him while we can't be together.

Today, I had lunch at the beach. It was really windy, but it was so sunny.

I really like my new job. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. My co-anchor is awesome. My first day on-air was Friday, but I was just reporting. Tomorrow (Tues.) is my first day at the anchor desk.

I also ran a 5k at the beach last Saturday... just signed up for another one on New Year's Day... I might as well, but I am so out of shape! It was really cold... and rainy, which made it really uncomfortable for my first day back in the game (laugh.)


No other big news for now... I'll try to find something to write about other than my life pretty soon... still not sure if I'll keep this blog. I may transfer it to another spot.

See ya!