Just the Two of Us!

Hello from south Texas! Justin and I have been here in Corpus Christi for almost 4 weeks now and I am SO late on the first post from our new home! Corpus is definitely a change from what we are used to. First of all, there are people EVERYWHERE. ALL THE TIME! It just baffles me how many people are around. On a more positive note, it is a beautiful place. The view just from looking out the back porch is amazing. It's sometimes hard to believe that this is where we live now. I think out of all of us, the one who has had the easiest time adjusting is the turtle. India has been strangely clingy and Justin and I are still trying to figure this whole place out. It has been quite the adventure so far!

I remember when Justin and I were engaged, we were trying to decide where he would choose to go for training. He thought Enid would be the best choice for us, while I BEGGED to go to Corpus Christi. Mostly because I did not want my first taste of navy wife life to be sugar coated by having friends and family so close. As you all know, you know who won out on that one. So, as my non-sugar coated navy wife life begins, I often find myself singing the lyrics to that Will Smith song..."Just the two of us, we can make it if we try, just the two of us...you and I!!" (And yes, it is a Grammy-winning performance I give ;)  ) For the first time, Justin and I are really on our own. I can feel our relationship changing as we have to rely on each other more than ever. I can feel ourselves getting closer and our marriage getting stronger. So, despite the fact of being homesick every once in awhile, I love knowing how much closer I am to my husband.

Every time I had the time to go take pictures, it always seemed the weather was not cooperating. Yesterday, however, was a great day. So, I took India dog on a nice walk down to the beach and the pier and took some pictures! We had a great time although, India is not a beach dog. I think her Oklahoma roots grow deeper than I thought.

India and I walked half a mile down to the Officer's Pier. Here are some of the local pelicans :)

 

The small beach. There were actually waves today! So pretty!

India and I copped a squat to enjoy the view! I love hearing the sound of the waves.

She was NOT in a picture taking mood. But I was going to get one by golly!

Beautiful picture of the NAS Corpus Christi palm trees. This is my view on my runs! Love it!

As you can see, it's a great place! I feel more and more settled each day. Now..who's ready to visit?!