On (Parent) Friends

Another exciting aspect of our move (aka, the only thing I talk about lately) is the opportunity to see old friends who have moved before us and to meet new ones. One thing I think D and I have both found difficult is adjusting to our new parent status socially. We're young, and hip err...not totally boring yet, but we're also responsible for another real, live person now...and it changes things.

Among our groups of friends from growing up and college we are one of the few married couples and of those we are the first to welcome a new addition into the mix. When we go home to visit, things still stay somewhat routine...in fact, we have built in babysitters who love the opportunity to visit with their granddaughter, but that's not to say we spend too many late nights out on the town these days. The last time we did that was New Years 2010...and I'm pretty sure that resulted in Grace being conceived. Whoops. ;)

Where having parent friends really begins to matter isn't so much when visiting home, but more in our every day lives wherever we are stationed next. We have a few close friends we met here who have kids (and ALL have since moved...boo), but many more friends who do not. Don't get me wrong, we love them and it is fine, but I really look forward to meeting other couples who are similar in age and have similar interests, along with maybe a playmate for our little girl. I look forward to family BBQs, watching the kids run around, and having girl talk while the guys throw back a few beers and grill, etc. I wouldn't mind finding a new workout buddy too!

It's kind of nerve wracking moving to a brand new place in itself, but when you add the fact that you go not knowing anyone when you get there...it's a little stressful. Kind of like moving to a new city the year before starting High School all over again. Luckily that worked out pretty well for me, so here's to hoping this does too! ;)

So, I am currently accepting friend applications...

Must:
- Enjoy working out...extra points for running and spin!
- Have a sense of humor and appreciate the occasional dirty joke (or you will hate my husband...)
- Food! Eating it, making it attempting to make it, talking over it, celebrating with it. Double points if you like Mexican.
- Appreciate the outdoors and even more importantly, dogs. We have 2...they are very friendly.
- Think my kid is adorable. 'Cause she is, promise.
- Agree that wine is the nectar of the Gods
- Be willing to partake in the occasional girly pedicure date
- Additional extra points for: watching football, knowing where I can get a good haircut/color, and not judging me for wearing workout garb 4 out of 7 days a week. I clean up alright, when necessary.

Any takers?

Hahaha...KIDDING. Wouldn't it be nice if it were that easy, though?

xo,
H