3 More Years

    That's how much longer we will continue to be a military family. When Aaron first joined the Army I was really nervous, but now I can say it has been such a great thing for our family. It has brought us so many opportunities and allowed us to travel to places we never would have dreamed to visit. {We have visited 13 countries and are going to add two more to that list this weekend.} It has also allowed me to take a break from nursing and stay home with Connor. I have been able to see him reach every milestone along the way and watch him grow over the last three years.

      About a month ago Aaron signed a contract to continue serving in the Army for three more years with the promise that Fort Hood will be his next duty station. When he is close to finishing up these next three years, he can decide whether he wants to commit another year or two. I just realized that I never posted the pictures we took that evening to celebrate another three years in and our move to Texas, so here they are!

Connor's First Soccer Practice

    This afternoon Connor had his first ever soccer practice. He has been so excited to play ever since we told him he was going to be on a team with his friend Noah. He said, "We're going to be the best ones." Haha! 

    When we arrived, the assistant coach greeted us and immediately gave Connor a ball to practice with. Connor went right out on the field and caught on really quickly. Aaron even overheard the assistant coach telling one of the other teams coaches that they were going to have to watch out for him.

 

Sunday Market

   Last Sunday we went to the market in Camisano Vicentino for the first time. We have been to other markets before, but this one was huge! There were all sorts of vendors. Some sold clothes, shoes, and home decor, and others sold fruits, veggies, hot food, and candy. Aaron and I decided we are going to go weekly to buy our produce and fresh flowers because it's so cheap.

Western Mediterranean Cruise: Marseille, France

      Our seventh, and last full day on the cruise, was spent in Marseille, France. Marseille is the second largest city in France and one of the most visited. I didn't have much planned for us to do in Marseille. I wanted to at least see one church, buy some soap, and mostly walk around and explore the city. The weather couldn't have been more perfect. It was breezy and never felt too hot.

   Early morning picture before we reached Marseille.

Western Mediterranean Cruise: Day at Sea and Valencia, Spain

Our fifth day was spent at sea. We had breakfast delivered to our room and all enjoyed eating on the balcony. 

 Our breakfast.