Update!

Hi Everyone!

Sorry it's been a while since I've posted, but was trying to enjoy my last sunny days in Sweden! After my mom, aunts and sister left, I've just been chilling with my family here and seeing more of this country. Immediately after the ladies left, I met up with the Holms in southern Sweden in Malmo, and we stayed a for a long weekend at Susanne's father's house. One day, we traveled to Bornholm, as large island off the southern coast...it's actually a Danish land, but has a lot of Swedish and German influence since it's surrounded. This was a very cute little island! Then, the first week in August, the whole family took a huge trip to Gotland, home of Pippy Longstocking! It's the even bigger island off the east coast of Sweden, and it really has a huge reputation for Sweden...being very authentic and personal to the Swedes. Lots of sheep, shopping, specialized jam (which I've shared with some), and lots of history. It was a great week in the sun, and learning about more Swedish herritage.

So, it's mid-September already, can you believe it!? I am coming home in about 3 months, just in time for Christmas. I can't wait to see everyone and return home, but I don't even want to think about how hard it's going to be to say goodbye to my family and life here. It's been way more and better than I could have ever imagined! Elias is even saying my name now, Naaaanie (like Janie with an N). I love my boys! Going to Paris to visit an old friend Marie, the first weekend in Oct, can't wait! Paris!! Might try to sqeeze one more trip in before I leave, but we'll see. As always, just loving every minute here and thinking of everyone at home often. Hope you are all enjoying Monday Night Football, and the beautiful beginning of Fall! More to come!

Also wanted to mention, in memory of a special friend today...Life is special, celebrate it!