Helloooooooo, Wisconsin!

It may be pretty...

After a year of sun and sand, I've returned to the land of frozen tundra. Though I may now be frozen to the core, it's good to be back. Seeing family and friends is something I've been looking forward to all year.

But it's not like going to the beach!

I had quite the trek back to the states with my total travel time equaling well over 24 hours. You'd think I'd be extremely tired after one layover, two flights, multiple time changes, and a general lack of sleep, but after stepping off that plane in Chicago, the adrenaline was pumping. Lots of emotions were seeping out, but the one that shown brightly was excitement. I didn't realize the pace I took walking off the plane, but I made it down to baggage claim in no time flat. I saw my parents and I thought they saw me, but I soon came to find out, they didn't even recognize me! Although, I suppose with a bit of a changed hairstyle and new clothes that's to be expected. To say the least, I was quite amused that they didn't recognize me. :)

Remy <3

After some hugs, a hot latte, and putting on my new uggs, it was time to hit the road for the last leg of my journey home. Wow! I was not ready for the cold and apparently it wasn't even that cold. My blood sure had thinned over the last year! =P That last hour back to Milwaukee seemed like an eternity, but we finally made it and I was eagerly greeted at the door by my little darling, Remy. He was so excited to see me and snuggled up to me as soon as I was in the door. Sure does feel good to be loved!

Sleep didn't come soon enough and morning came all too soon. But I had some great motivation to get me out of bed - a visit with my niece and nephew! Storytime was calling and I was not about to miss that call! I was a bit tired, but I eagerly awaited the arrival of my two favorite kiddos. Sophie didn't know who I was (to be expected) and Andrew just seemed very confused by the whole thing, but I at least got a hug out of him. After a little while I asked Andrew if I was supposed to be on a computer screen instead of sitting next him. He looked at me with those big eyes and simply nodded "yes." =P Luckily he got over the confusion and we were soon playing trains and reading books like the good old days. :)

Winter Wonderland

Not only was I greeted by family and friends today, but another visitor came to call. I didn't want to answer for this particular visitor, but I obviously had no choice. As expected, my dear friend, snow, came for a visit today and has decided to stay for a while. The snow is pretty, but I'm not ready to be in a winter wonderland again. I better adjust quickly! =P

What a mess!

My room is now in shambles from my bags exploding all over the place. So the coming days will be filled with unpacking and organizing. I'll also catch up with old friends and of course, I will be getting heaps of sleep! It's still a bit surreal being home and realizing my year down under has come to end, but that just means I have another whole year of adventures ahead of me! :)


~A