DSM to PHX

A much needed trip for me, a first plane ride for Ava, and a time to unwind for Dejan. Arizona was our choice destination and the warm weather, sunshine, and visit with family does a person good. The down side, now we dislike Ottumwa even more.

Ava was so great on the plane. She charmed everyone with her "wwwhhhoooo's" during take off, and kept me busy enough to forget I was even flying. Aunt Dusica played Dora on the radio for the car ride to her house, so Ava was immediately in love with "Dodo". Playing with Addison was so easy for her and swimming in the pool was a big hit. Addie this, Addie that, play, doggie, baby, pool, more, TOOOYYYYYSSSSS, bath, all words that kept coming out of Ava's mouth along with an obnoxious squeal, which I'm sure just decided to come out for the trip because I haven't heard it since, but which her and Addie spent a lot of time doing through the house. My poor eardrums are still recovering




PMS seemed to keep me from really enjoying myself like I should have, but that's life and next time I'll remember to plan better. Having babies plays havoc on your hormones, so planning around PMS is a must...I'm just saying so no one else makes the same mistake. I did come back with a tan line and a new appreciation for my baby girl, who can travel and put up with just about anything along the way. I am ready for another trip and ready to move out of Ottumwa. Sorry Ottumwa, you're just not doing it for me.

Getting back into the hum drums of regular life have been a bit slow. Ava hasn't been wanting to go to bed without a fight, laundry is still getting put away,and our yard is a mess. I suddenly feel the need to hire all this work out.

Thanks to all of Dejan's family for a wonderful visit. You made us feel so comfortable we almost felt like we lived there too. We love you guys!