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Back in Vienna

Felix and I arrived in Vienna this past Saturday, after a little over three weeks in the States. We had a wonderful time there. We enjoyed a week at the beach - just us! And then visiting family all over the States. We laughed and commented on how much of America he was seeing and how much we were flying over and missing out on! Leaving was hard. With two pregnant sisters and an adorable niece, saying goodbye just gets more and more difficult. I keep thinking one day it will not be so bad, but I have yet to experience that. My sisters were so wonderful the whole time, too - taking us places, letting us borrow their cars, planning a wonderful reception, making sure we were well taken care of! It was great to have more time with them and Felix, since pre-wedding was one crazy time and not very conducive to real in-depth getting to know each other! It was fun to see them getting along and goofing off with each other. He fits in real nicely! ;)

Now, we are back and are busy, yet again! :) Felix went right back to work on Monday and I've been working hard at cleaning, doing laundry, changing my name ALL over the place (there are so many places that need to know! ugh! I look forward to being done with all this.), and organizing our new home a bit more! I haven't even touched our spare room which has been needing help since before the wedding! One step at a time ... Maybe tomorrow!

I've really enjoyed having extra time to cook and using many of our wedding gifts! I love being able to make our apartment homey, with decorations, cleaning, and cooking. If you are in the neighborhood, come on by! ;)

Well, my husband will be home soon-ish! I should sign off. May each of you have a wonderful, not too hot day!

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  1. LeannaJuly 23, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    YAY!! A blog update! Your fans will be SO thrilled! ;o)

    Love you ... happy continuing to settle in!!

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