The Art Of Combining

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The Art Of Combining

By Leslie Rupiper

I'm taking a break from writing about our adventures in Europe to talk a little bit about post-wedding life here in South Dakota. Thom and I are in the process of moving into a new home, and its both overwhelming and exhilarating all at the same time.

It's so exciting to move into a place that is new to both of us. Because we were blessed with so many nice wedding gifts, its also fun to get the house set up with those new items. Unfortunately, it will be a while before we can enjoy the nice, settled life of matrimony in our new home.

Because both Thom and I are a little older, we've accumulated quite a bit of stuff along the way. Now we must combine all of that stuff into one home. When I got my first look at our new house, I was confident it would all fit nicely. Now I'm not so sure.

The part of moving I always like, is that it's a chance to refocus on the items that are truly important, and get rid of the rest. This time around, it's happening more than ever. Just this morning, I dropped off three garbage bags and two large boxes of items at a local non-profit. It's just the tip of the iceberg. There will be much more to come. Thom, however, isn't as big on getting rid of stuff. I love his sentimentality, but I'm not sure the walls of our home will be able to accommodate everything he wants to keep. It's a work in progress, and kind of like a puzzle. But in the end, it will be nice to think of all of that stuff not as mine and yours...but ours.

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Saturday, Jul 25 at 7:21 AM ruby wrote ...

When are we going to see the groom? Think everyone is waiting to see a picture of you guys.

Friday, Jul 24 at 4:21 AM jill wrote ...

Please show us a picture of the happy couple.

Wednesday, Jul 22 at 6:47 PM bonny wrote ...

let's see a picture of the happy groom

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