On the one hand, I am victorious. We pulled it off. The long-weekend road trip to Chicago. Without our new minivan, I might add. Oh ya, we roughed it ;) I think that psychologically, it was important for us to see that this trip with 2 little boys really wasn't that bad.
But on the other hand, I have failed as a daughter-in-law. I realize that after spending an entire weekend with Mamma and Pappa I have not one picture of the boys with their grandparents :( Cousins, yes. Neighbors, yes. But not their beloved Mamma and Pappa. Opportunity missed. I know that Mamma took some, but still, I have failed.
On Saturday, we were able to go to Andrea's bridal shower. It was so great to see her and her funny family. Can't wait to see her rock that wedding gown in September!
Sunday we hung out at Mamma and Pappa's and ate a fraction of the food that they are hoarding in their fridge and freezers. (I kid, I kid, Mamma and Pappa ;) Ant and J came over for dinner and dessert at a local ice cream shop. The boys had a blast in the pool and with the water guns. It was a wonderful family 4th of July. Thanks Mamma and Pappa!
Monday we got to hang out with Fr. Rog over a healthy Polish breakfast ;), and then we hit the road for Sioux Falls. Even with the kids, the trip, both ways, took us about 9 1/4 hours, which in the end, ain't so bad.
What I am trying to say is this: Fair warning to all you Chicagoans - you hain't gotten rid of us just yet!
In other news, we are dropping the price on our condo. We just haven't seen the traffic during this first month and a half that we wanted to see. We are hoping to tap into a different group of buyers with this price drop. We are hopeful that soon somebody will recognize what a gem our condo is. Great unit, unbeatable location...anyone? Anyone? Bueller?
You did a great job with the cousins! Everyone looks soooo happy!
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