Saturday, March 28, 2009

PA Adventures

The cousins: Lukasz and Breckin

On March 18, Lukasz and I went on an adventure to Pennsylvania. Steve headed to Philly for his third interview with Shire, so we went to see our friends and family. 

LJ did pretty well on the flights. He had some moments of fussiness, but overall, he did great. We had some friendly folks next to us, including a few grandparents. That was helpful. It wasn't an easy task to travel 3,000 miles alone with a 4-month-old, but we did fine. And now I know I can take him ANYWHERE! 

While there, we visited with his Great Grandparents, spent time playing with cousin Breckin, Aunt Noelle and Unkie Brian. Lukasz played with Abby and Emma Tikey, Claire  Puskar, Drew Troutman and Lauren Stafford. He also got to meet Aunt Bonnie, cousin Joe and Barb and their little ones Brianna and Toby. Mary Ann & Mark Nicholson came for a visit, as did Mary Ann and Mark Orlando and Justin. 

He also got to meet some of mommy's high school friends at Bud Murphy's. A group of about 50 of us met in the Shamrock Room to catch up and see all the little ones. 

In all, it was a great visit. It's hard to be home now, without everyone around. It was great to have the extra hands as well as just spend time with everybody. It makes me feel sad that I can't be there to see everyone, and that they can't see Lukasz grow up live and in person. But, we made some great memories, and we plan to go back as soon as we can! 

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Holly Staszel Berecz is a freelance journalist and PR professional noted for her experience in the kitchen and bath industry. She is a regular contributor to Kitchen + Bath Business Magazine and author of a monthly “High Tech Home” column appearing in SoCal, Twin Cities and Denver Spaces magazines. She has executed successful promotional campaigns and projects for companies including Snaidero USA, SieMatic, Blanco America, Avonite Surfaces, Eos Surfaces, and numerous kitchen and bath showrooms and interior designers across the U.S. Contributions to other publications include Wood Digest, WoodIQ.com and Bath & Kitchen Design Ideas, the official publication of the Bath & Kitchen Buying Group. A dedicated Penn State alum and fan, Holly resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with her husband Steve and their two children. She enjoys yoga, photography and recognizing design that makes her smile.

Holly & Steve

Holly & Steve
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Holly & Steve Christmas 2007

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