long time-no post.

i knew when we started this blog thing that i would probably not keep up with posting as diligently as i intend. i can search for endless excuses including i've been busy with a new job, adjusting to living in a new place, haven't been feeling well lately but despite all of those wonderful excuses, the truth is that sometimes the motivation just isn't there. BUT i have to take advantage of the present time when my shame is enough to motivate me to add another post.

so much has happened here in lanky. i started a new job as a "child and adolescent therapist" at a mental health agency in the area. with that, i'm working more with the amish population than i expected and i'm seeing a range of clients from age 6 to 55. sometimes it's just good to roll with it. i'm not so sure the original job title still fits but i am enjoying what i'm doing anyway. here's a few pics of my office although things have been improved since these were taken:







not the greatest pictures but you get the idea. it's nice to have a lot of space to work with and the kids seem to like it. i feel lucky to be where i am at right now. co-workers seem to be really encouraging and supportive. working with people is challenging and difficult but there have already been rewarding times that encourage me to keep moving forward. it's nice to work for a faith-based agency as well. there is a different feel from other settings i've been in.

outside of working, this summer we helped pick a TON of tomatoes from the garden in the backyard. we've made it to philly a few times since we moved (a couple times to see Nate and Sabi -we miss you! and another time to see The National play at the TLA). See The National if you can. It's a great show--as is Peter Bjorn and John. Fabulous! Now that fall is here, Joe is back in school, I'm just working, we're watching Netflix movies, loving emusic and going to shows when we can. later.