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Three years ago, Paul stayed at the Navy Lodge on Coronado as he got some extra summer training. This was before I moved out to Maryland, but after I had decided I would. I came down to visit and spend a week at the Lodge with him. Our last night together, we swung on these swings and dreamed about a future life in San Diego. Paul talked about his chances at getting an internship here. I talked about how awesome it would be.

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Today, we're back. We are staying at the same place as we look for an apartment. We know we'll be in San Diego for at least a year (after his internship, Paul will probably do a two year General Medial Officer [GMO] tour) and right now, that is just long enough.

We saw four apartments today. The first was The Best Ever But A Little Too Expensive. The second was Pretty Decent But In A Lame Residential Area. The third was Fantastic Except For The Too Small Kitchen. And the fourth was Overall Pretty Rad.

Tomorrow we have five or six places to see. By Wednesday we are making a decision. From what we can tell, it's a buyer's market down here right now and we're so excited about that.

Actually, we are so excited about everything right now.

We're here. We made it.

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15 responses to “and now we’re here.”

  1. thursday Avatar

    Sounds wonderful! I’m sure you’ll get a perfectly awesome place. San Diego seems like a great place, too.

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  2. Jen N. Avatar

    I love this full-circle story. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Love it! We were just on Coronado a couple of weeks ago talking about how amazing it would be to stay at the Navy Lodge there:) Hope you all enjoy the beach!

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  4. Cara-Mia Avatar

    My sister’s boyfriend is getting transferred to Coronado in July. I hope I get to see the lodging there, it seems nice.

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  5. KissMyTulle Avatar

    Thanks for sharing your story. The Boy was on his last leg of military duty when we started dating so I never had to deal with the moving (or deployments – THANK HEAVENS!). So cool to see this process through your eyes (wait till you get your stuff though – something will be broken… it’s a military tradition).

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  6. rose Avatar

    what a great story. and a cute photo too. wishing you all the best on your apartment hunt.x

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  7. Deborah Avatar
    Deborah

    Welcome to my home town. I hope you’ll love it as much as I do!

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  8. Liz Avatar
    Liz

    I’m very happy for you! Enjoy!

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  9. Marta Avatar
    Marta

    Hi Elise, I love your blog and I love to read about what are you doing! I’m sure you’ll get a perfect decision and will pick your dream apartment 🙂 Regards from Poland!

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    G-

    You two have such lovely stories 🙂
    Here’s something I saw online and thought of you straight away – orange, gray, cute, hand-lettered ampersand: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3347/4612737749_22190c6db2_o.jpg
    🙂

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  11. giuseppina Avatar

    congratulations! you guys are so super cute 🙂 so excited to see how things unfold for you. love love love the bottom picture!

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  12. valentina Avatar

    SUPER CUTE story 🙂 Hope you find the perfect place today 😉

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  13. Jessica Fulkerson O'Brien Avatar

    yipeeeee! once you get settled, please don’t hesitate to hit me up for any locals recommendations. from a good tailor, eyebrow waxer, dog beach, fish tacos, date night restaurant – i can help ya! enjoy your new adventure. we’re so lucky to follow along with you now in a new city!

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  14. Beth B. Avatar
    Beth B.

    Welcome to San Diego – you’ll love it. I live in North County and its just beautiful. Can’t wait to hear your adventures as you start checking out the local sights, restaurants, activities, etc. WELCOME!

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  15. I Need Money Desperately Avatar

    I’m happy for the both of you! I really hope that everything will be put into it’s right place. Wishing you all the best!

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