Hello Again!
It is a beautiful Tuesday in Iowa. We have been having a spell of cooler weather (today's high is only 75) and Vinnie and I have been loving it. Today we got out for a walk, and were able to stay out a bit longer because the weather was so wonderful!
We spent yesterday recovering from our trip north. This isn't to say it was a bad trip by any means, it just took a lot out of both mom and baby. And we had the usual necessities after being away: laundry, grocery shopping, and preparing for a week ahead. Vinnie and I even ventured to PrairieWood and Target for a bit...alone and successfully! When these things go smoothly, it gives me a little more confidence to continue to venture out with Vinnie on my own. It is my goal to make a trip to Coral Ridge Mall with Vinnie before I head back to work and after yesterday, I feel it is entirely possible.
Now...for our trip up north! Jon got out of work a little early Friday afternoon and we were able to hit the road by 4pm. We traveled for about 2 hours before a break to eat and gas up, then continued north. Vinnie was content with sleeping between breaks and even slept through the night upon arriving to MN. Once in Minnesota, it was non-stop cuddles and love from so many. Vinnie loved staying at Grandma Barb and Grandpa Norm's house and had visits from Grandma Jeanne, Aunt and Uncle Meghan and Charlie and cousins Ella and Olivia. It was very exciting to meet Olivia for the first time as she is only one week older than Vinnie. They will be such great buds and have so many adventures together in their future! Vinnie also enjoyed meeting friends of his grandparents and parents and was content and happy being passed around and held non-stop for two and a half days...SO MUCH LOVE! Jon and I also had our first "night away" from Vinnie Saturday as we attended and enjoyed the company of many at Jon's 10 year High School Reunion. Sunday rolled around, and our responsibilities in Iowa called us back. We are looking forward to our next trip to Minnesota!
Over the next few weeks, Vinnie and I plan to enjoy the precious moments that remain of my maternity leave. I realized yesterday that the end is almost near. With that comes preparations for daycare as well. While I am excited for Vinnie to have the opportunity to interact with other infants and begin to play and socialize, I so wish I could continue to spend time watching him grow all day everyday!
Also on the horizon...the start of Football season. Vinnie has so many teams to cheer on, and so much team appearal to wear! :) He will be enjoying his first Nebraska game this Saturday and I'm sure the whole family will be decked out in our red. Look for pictures next week!
Until then...love and miss,
The Keimigs
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