The first month - a restrospective

I can't believe it's been a month already!!
A quick status update:
Our house:
We have been to IKEA 3 times, and expect to need to go again maybe once or twice more. But mostly, we have what we need. We're putting up curtains and lights, which is quite the endeavour - the ceiling (and walls) are a thin layer of plaster over concrete, and we have yet to find the right drill bit. We still don't have an oven, the dishwasher racks do not roll, but the bees are gone, our grass has been cut (reduces risk of ticks and poison ivy) and we have most of our furniture (most excitingly, a dining room table and chairs, and wardrobes!)
Language learning:
I have had 3 German lessons, and am learning all the time from friends. (Funny story: At the gym, my trainer asked for my phone number, and I said that I didn't know it, but I could go get my handy (cell phone) and tell her. She looked at me strangely, and I realized that she had said "Vorname" - for nah-muh - which means my name. Kind of sounds like "phone number" with an accent, don't you think?) Extracurricular:
I've been to the gym 4 times and have gone to 2 group classes (in the last one, the instructor came off the stage and corrected me, and later spoke to me from the stage - she must have thought I was a little slow...).
Marc has been go-karting, and to a men's breakfast, we've been to a football game, and I've sung at a wedding, gone to Mom's group twice, and to a flea market .
The children:
Lia is settled in Kindergarten, more or less. She talks about all the kids there, and seems to be enjoying herself. She is entering the Terrible 3s, but it's comforting to know that this is a regular stage, and that she is actually adjusting very well.
Kaia is no longer nursing, is learning to walk, and has lots of hair. She is very busy and LOVES playing on the stairs. I went to the neighbour's for something really quickly, and left the door ajar so I could get back in when I returned (the door locks automatically), and Marc found Kaia up the stairs and heading for the street! Pray for her safety, and our energy!
Work:
Marc has yet to have a complete full week at work due to numerous appointments, but is starting to feel in the groove.
Other stuff:
We have a housecleaner and babysitters and most importantly a church home with quite a few friends, and fabulous neighbours!
We miss home, and all you wonderful folks, but are feeling pretty settled here. More and more visits are starting to get organized- so make sure to book yours now!! :)