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Philly Girls Trip

Posted on 12 Dec 2014 by elaine

This was Hailey’s and my last hoorah before Baby Boy arrives.  I just had to get outta town and go somewhere new.  Philly beckoned since I have three near-and-dears living in the area. Our itinerary started with a visit with some … Continue reading →

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Keaton and David Tie the Knot

Posted on 2 Aug 2014 by elaine

Keaton (Katie) and David tied the knot in the Oak Park area and we were lucky enough to attend. Auntie Marie was an awesome sitter!  We had a great time strolling around Oak Park and hanging with the old SWEster … Continue reading →

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Cinci Boilermaker Meetup

Posted on 31 Aug 2013 by elaine

The guys survived the sweltering heat while the girls opted for the air conditioning at the aquarium.

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Hailey’s First Trip Up North

Posted on 30 Jul 2013 by elaine

This trip was a big adventure for the family.  We enjoyed time with the extended family at our traditional Up North spot, Cable, WI.  Some highlights were hiking to the falls, the family gathering at house, canoeing on Lake Namakagen, … Continue reading →

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Shower Weekend

Posted on 13 Jul 2013 by elaine

Hailey’s first airplane trip was a success!  Not a peep out of here on the way to Chicago, but some definite crying on the way back. The family loaded up the car and headed to Madison for the day on … Continue reading →

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Nashville

Posted on 19 May 2012 by elaine

Let me tell you, Nashville is a lot different when experienced with child as opposed to with a desire to drink bourbon and dance your heart out.  Thankfully, it is a blast either way.  I travelled to Nashville to celebrate … Continue reading →

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Keely’s First Birthday

Posted on 30 Apr 2012 by elaine

Dan and I had the pleasure of joining our friends Wade and Erika to celebrate their daughter’s, Keely’s, first birthday near Phoenix, Arizona.  Keely is not only the cutest little girl, but she also our God daughter.  It was a … Continue reading →

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Riddhi’s Wedding

Posted on 21 Apr 2012 by elaine

It was so awesome to see the SWE gang at Riddhi’s and Amit’s wedding in Chicago!  We all ate our fill of Indian food, caught up, cheered for Riddhi and Amit, and got to meet little Hazel.  The girls were … Continue reading →

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Vegas

Posted on 12 Mar 2012 by elaine

Last month I had the pleasure of spending a week out in Vegas for a work conference.  The conference was definitely worthwhile, and I can’t imagine a better setting for such an event.  Vegas really impressed me, in part because … Continue reading →

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Ft Myers, Florida Trip with the Kratohwils

Posted on 5 Mar 2012 by elaine

Mom and Dad treated themselves to a month in Ft. Myers this year and we worked it out so the whole family could spent a long weekend together.  We all enjoyed seafood, sunshine, and gorgeous sunsets each day. We enjoyed … Continue reading →

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Harrisburg with the Ross Family

Posted on 18 Jan 2012 by elaine

I finally scheduled a trip to visit the Ross family out in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The trip was not only exciting because I got to see my good friends Joanna and Nate, but also because I got to meet their son, … Continue reading →

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