So, here we are. It’s been 90 weeks since we drove out of our driveway in Sandy, bound for new experiences and a unique chapter of our life by moving to Europe. We started another chapter when we returned to the U.S. last summer. A LOT has happened since then, and we have been blessed to spend tons of time with family and friends across the country. The last ten months have been such a precious season to reconnect, to celebrate, and to mourn with those we love. Now, it’s time to close that chapter and open another — time for another adventure!

We have spent the last two weeks here in Utah with exploits exciting and not so much so. Here’s a list of some of the fun (and a bit of “not-so-fun”)…

• Sorting through Max’s things
• Swiss cookies with Mikelle
• Colonoscopy
• Dinners with friends (thanks for the great time Margaret, Kathy and Dave, Emily and Kevin, the Guertler family, and to all my ballet friends!)
• Vaccinations
• House projects
• Scanning family photos
• Taxes & financial fun
• Gingerbread waffles
• Mammogram
• Shopping for travel gear
• An amazing steak dinner
• Facetime and calls with kids and grandkids
• Attempting to make plans and bookings
• Hiking and taking walks

It’s been a great month and we have really enjoyed being here. When I check in next week, it will be from the Mediterranean! We’re excited to get back to our travels, but we will miss “home” and our people. Have a great week!