Home is Where the Heart is!
Growing up, we had a needlepoint piece of art in our home which read, "Home is where the Heart is". Today, it hangs on the wall in my parents home and I read it with greater understanding and appreciation than ever before.
Just 2 weeks ago, Nick, Massimo and I packed up our life in Los Angeles to move back East. The decision was based on several factors but most importantly being faithful to God and trusting his plan for our future.
Los Angeles played a special role in our life; it's where we got married, brought our first child into the world, celebrated special birthdays and anniversary's, met incredible friends and experienced life as newlyweds. I'm proud to say that we lived in LA for 4 years and that Massimo can boast about being born in the city of Angels. It will always remain close to our heart!
Being back East has brought on a whole new element (besides humidity!). Most importantly, we have FAMILY! For those that know me well, my family means the world to me and living 3,000 miles away over the last 4 years has been difficult. There is no greater feeling than having the support and love from your parents, siblings, aunts/uncles, cousins, grandparents and close friends right in your back yard.
It has been like a summer beach house here in NJ; we BBQ every night, stay up late to watch movies, sleep until 9, and head to the "lake" for sun, sand and swimming! We have also had some "firsts" over the last 2 weeks.... Massimo's first haircut, his transition from the crib to a big boy bed, and this week will be his first swim lesson. Massi is growing up before our eyes and enjoying every minute with his surrounded family.
August is here, which means we are busy getting ready for the arrival of our little princess, Isabella! As of today, I'm 37 weeks and will be having a scheduled c-section on August 17th. Bella is currently breach, but very healthy and weighing over 6 lbs! These next two weeks are dedicated to mentally preparing ourselves for a newborn, especially Massi. As much as he loves kissing my belly and saying "baby", he really has no idea what's coming his way (neither do Nick or I). :)
Just 2 weeks ago, Nick, Massimo and I packed up our life in Los Angeles to move back East. The decision was based on several factors but most importantly being faithful to God and trusting his plan for our future.
Los Angeles played a special role in our life; it's where we got married, brought our first child into the world, celebrated special birthdays and anniversary's, met incredible friends and experienced life as newlyweds. I'm proud to say that we lived in LA for 4 years and that Massimo can boast about being born in the city of Angels. It will always remain close to our heart!
Being back East has brought on a whole new element (besides humidity!). Most importantly, we have FAMILY! For those that know me well, my family means the world to me and living 3,000 miles away over the last 4 years has been difficult. There is no greater feeling than having the support and love from your parents, siblings, aunts/uncles, cousins, grandparents and close friends right in your back yard.
It has been like a summer beach house here in NJ; we BBQ every night, stay up late to watch movies, sleep until 9, and head to the "lake" for sun, sand and swimming! We have also had some "firsts" over the last 2 weeks.... Massimo's first haircut, his transition from the crib to a big boy bed, and this week will be his first swim lesson. Massi is growing up before our eyes and enjoying every minute with his surrounded family.
Robert is the town barber and has cut several generations in the Van Houten family; Great Grandfather, Granfather, Father, brother, etc. It was only suitable to have him cut Massi's. Plus, he's Italian!
Jumping off the dock at Crestwood Lake!
Massimo is very proud of his transition to a big boy bed!
August is here, which means we are busy getting ready for the arrival of our little princess, Isabella! As of today, I'm 37 weeks and will be having a scheduled c-section on August 17th. Bella is currently breach, but very healthy and weighing over 6 lbs! These next two weeks are dedicated to mentally preparing ourselves for a newborn, especially Massi. As much as he loves kissing my belly and saying "baby", he really has no idea what's coming his way (neither do Nick or I). :)
XOXO,
Lindsay
posted by lindsay at
6:30 PM
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Very nice familly!
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