Bikes in Italy

Packing up

Our international move was a success thanks to the Keller Group. They were by far the best moving company we have ever worked with. They wrapped everything in bubble wrap and custom built boxes for all our furniture.

Hey Heath, do you remember this fabulous desk?

Air cargo valuables: must have toys, high chairs and fall coats.

We literally packed until the last moment possible. Aidan and Ethan received many unexpected gifts from our friends. We tried to keep the last days in Zurich as normal as possible. It was great to squeeze in a final play date with Jeremy and Yanina as our house was being packed away.

The quality assurance team watch from a safe distance.

The final days were so emotional. I would be fine one minute and feel like breaking out into a cry the next. It almost did me in when one of my best friend Nadine ( Jeremy and Yanina's mom) teared up.

Obviously the our boys were emotionally effected by the move as well.

Oh Brother!

Too sweet for words. Brothers become best friends. As their environment kept changing each day, Aidan and Ethan found comfort in always having a brother by their side.

On the Road to Connecticut

On the road to Connecticut, we stopped in Massachusetts to grab camping information for next summer.

Don't ask why I felt the need to capture this moment, but above was Aidan's first leek on the road.

Dining out with the kids for thirty days came with advantages and disadvantages. We enjoyed being able to try all different restaurants in the area. Most of the time Kyle and I packed our meal up to go. We did everything imaginable to entertain our hungry boys while the food was being prepared. Our conclusion is that dining out with a one and half and a three and a half year old does not come easier with practice.

The rule was Aidan could play with the jelly if he was 'gentle' and put them back in place when our meal came.

Niagara Falls

Our family love Niagara Falls for two major reason, Aunt Thanh and Uncle Brain!!!
While we were off to Connecticut to hunt for a house, the kids hung out with their god parents.

Sure, it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt. Ethan hit the corner of the fire place. It could have been worse. I am so thankful that Thanh knew what to do to reduce the damage right after Ethan fall.

Ethan at the scene of the crime.

We love Uncle Brian. He's a hands on all fun all the time kind of an uncle. Brian took Aidan for bike rides along the river while Ethan enjoyed evening downtime with his uncle in the absence of Kyle and I. The kids also got to spend some time with Brian's parents who spoiled them with more attention. We love you Guido and Elaine!!!

Even the neighbors were looking out after Aidan and Ethan. Thanh and Brian's next door neighbors brought over a large box of yard toys for us to share. Thanks so much Kim and Paul!

Cassie and her brother Nathan lives next door to Thanh and Brian's house. Aidan looked forward to playing with Cassie everyday.

Front man Josh, Cassie, Ethan and Aidan in the gravel pit.

My sister is not only one of the best cooks I know, but also the healthiest cook around. Those stuffed tomatoes were home grown and packed with all sorts of goodness.

Ethan ready for a canoe ride. Next time, we're going out on the river with it.

Thu in New York

America is more beautiful than I remember it to be. Kyle has always wanted to take me to New York city. I never cared to visit NYC until I saw the sight captured in the photo above. I can not wait to go back.

I love these two photos because every city has its own street vendors who represent the working class of that location. I wish I captured a shot of a hot dog stand too.

Shopping is a must in NYC especially if we are with out the children.

I must have looked like a total tourist walking through downtown with my jaw open.

While making a bid for our first home purchase, Kyle and I road the ferry to Long Island. We closed the deal in an hour and half as the ferry returned back to Connecticut. What a fabulous way to celebrate our 4th anniversary!

Pisces kiss

You can't see it but Kyle has his eyes open too.

Aidan rides a two wheeler

ONE

This summer Aidan learned to ride a two wheeler for the first time. I was on the phone with mom and and decided to only grab the camera once Aidan built up a little confedence. The play by play I gave my mom on the phone was a bit as if Aidan hit a home run in the little league world series. I remeber saying something like: "Kyle is holding onto the seat, Aidan is on the bike trying to get his other foot on the pedal, they' re going.....OH MY GOSH HE DID IT!!!!". Aidsan took off on the first try. By the end of 30 minutes Aidan learned to get on and do the turns by himself. The summer of 2008 is going down in history for Aidan.

Two

Three...and he's off.