Florence

So happy to be able to bounce around after a seven hour car ride.

We got a fabulous rate at a great hotel. Once we got down there we learned why. The entire downtown was under construction. Aidan on the fence was the site in front of our hotel.

We dined at this yummy restaurant. I can not remember what we had, but to my memory it was good. One of the reasons we love Italy is because Italy loves kids. The owner of the restaurant allowed Aidan and Ethan to play on his moped so Kyle and I can finish our dinner.

Pisa

Lucca

Italy is perfect for Ethan who loves to EAT! He could not wait to order.

Since nothing was open at 5pm. We ate gelato for dinner.

Ethan's first hair cut

It was a painful process, but just look at the results!

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.