The BIG Move

One door must close for another to open. Eric and I are venturing our way back to Wisconsin. From living in Mankato, MN for the past 6 years, Eric and I are very excited to get back into Packerland :).

Eric found his dream job at Oshkosh Trucking Corp. where he is a Design Engineer. He has been living in Oshkosh, WI since August 1st, as I have been searching for a job. Eric has met many new co-workers and is excited since they all have the same interests, CARS! Big thanks to Pam & Andy (Eric's sister) for taking Eric in for the month of September.

As for me, I have found a position in Sales. It's not my area of expertise, but I needed a job to get over to Wisconsin. I start on September 27th...crossing my fingers that it is something I enjoy.

We have signed a lease with Irish Spring Apartments in Neenah, WI in hopes to start the house hunt in 6 months.

The doggies are holding up and don't seem to be too impacted by the change. They are just as excited to see Eric when he visits, as I am.

So this week I am organizing, doing all the address changes and misc. tasks as I wait for the moving company to come Thursday and Friday. We were lucky enough to have Eric's company hire a moving company to pack & move our stuff. Very thankful for that!

It is sad to leave Mankato, since it is where Eric and I have had many 1st and where we met, but excited to move to WI and start our lives together there....Oh and to feel like we fit in with all our Packer attire!

We're Back!

It's been a busy 6 months! I've been updating Caringbridge for Mom, but not the family blog. Priorities I guess :)

2010 So Far:

January:

Eric took his snowmobiling Trip to Michigan with his Dad (Snowmobiles held up & John got to play on his New sled!) Eric & I had the opportunity to go to Vegas and we went! We got to see A LOT and it worked out that Jamie was already living there! She was able to show us some great eats, drinks, and music! It was a very nice get-away this Winter.

At the end of January, Mom had her double mastectomy. It was a tough road for Mom, but with all the support and prayers that came her way, she survived!! I spent the time with her in the hospital, and the night that Eric decided to stay and keep Mom and I company, he got the stomach flu, which I had to take him home and take care of him then...Oh the preparation for motherhood :)

February:

Eric and I enjoyed some weekends in Mankato and catching up on some cleaning and relaxation.

March:

Eric and I had company! Pamela and Drew came to visit...It's always so nice to have family come and visit, but it makes it harder to say "Goodbye" and not knowing the next time you're going to see them. Hopefully it's sooner than later ;) wink wink.

April:

This was a busy month! I had made many trips home to help with Mom's benefit that our Family and friends were putting on April 17th. One of those weekends that I had made a trip back home, Dad convinced Eric and I to make an addition to our family! His name is Toby. A 3 month old Yorkie! Mia has a new playmate and a little brother! They play all the time and cuddle just as much!

The Benefit was a BIG success!!! I don't think there was one time when I looked at my Mom or Dad and they didn't have a smile on their face. We had some entertainment at the end of the night. Ike & Tina, Donny & Marie, Elvis, Micheal Jackson (Thanks bodyguards!), Girls with their fishing rods!! It was a very very fun night and one that my family will remember forever!

Eric's parents & sister came to visit the weekend after the benefit and helped cheer Eric and I on while we ran a 5k race for Scheels in Mankato. It benefited LEEP-where I used to work and coach Special Olympics. It was a gloomy day and cool out, but perfect weather for running!
May:

Eric went on his annual fishing trip for the Wisconsin opener and brought back some great fish to fry!
While Eric was fishing, I was at the hospital with Mom, as she got her reconstructive surgery. This surgery went well and Mom and I found ourselves bored at the Hospital. We caught up, watched some good movies, and when we needed a laugh, we watched YouTube videos of Will Ferrel. Mom's healing fast and is excited for Perky!!!!

And here we are...already May! Eric and I have many plans this summer to go camping, traveling, and weddings with friends and family. We'll keep you posted!

Xoxo,

Eric, Carrie, Mia & Toby