The Land of Oz

Often times we find ourselves in a new place with lots to discover. As we are now in Kansas City area, there are several avenues in which we plan to explore. Carter's new favorite place is the apartment's putting green. He has his own set of clubs and likes to put all the golf balls in the same hole. He enjoys just being out and about around the complex. We have a playground, pool, billiards room and weight room available to us here. Our apartment has a one car garage and is very quiet. We would like to thank Adam M. for helping us move. We could not have done it without him.
Jared seems to be enjoying his new job despite the fact he has no one to talk football with- yet. He attends meetings several times a week which I am told is much better than sitting at a desk all day, everyday. He likes his co-workers that he talks to and is glad for the opportunity he was given.
Candice is doing well physically. As most of you know she heard the baby's heartbeat and is starting to feel better most days. Although she won't be employed while here, she keeps busy with Carter who is not attending preschool this year. (As some of you know, there is no preschool for under three years here unless they are potty trained.) So she has had a crash course in preschool 101 from the teachers in the family and now gives Carter learning activities at home.
Carter seems to have adjusted somewhat to our living arrangements. Although there are days of bad moods and whining fits, (typical for two-year olds) he generally has us still wrapped around his fingers. We are still looking into some playgroups for him to join. There are only a couple of smaller kids in the complex that he can play with.
We've gone to a couple of the places of interest in the Kansas City area. One area being the zoo. We have not developed those pictures yet since we used a disposable. It still seems as though the Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia has more to offer than this zoo, but otherwise there was plenty to see. We traveled to the next town over to check out a place called Wonderscope. It sounded as though it was a Discovery Place type activity, but no where near that huge. It was a remodeled school house that had several rooms for Carter to play. It was a couple hours well spent, but do not forsee a repeat trip anytime soon. Another place we went is actually across the street from us. Its a farmstead with areas to pet the animals, park, playground and some historical facts and finds around. Its a great place for kids while the weather is still good.

We are all doing well and miss everyone. We look forward to seeing everyone for the holidays.