Roma, here we come-a!

It is official. Shaena did her last day at work today and is now on maternity leave for the next year. We have said it so many times before, but it is definitely getting very close now! Our little man is about ready to come out and meet the world, and Grandma Michelle is less than 2 weeks away. Where did the time go?

We also found out today where my company’s kick-off for January next year will take place. Remember in the beginning of this year when we went to Athens, Greece? Yep, next year in January the same event is happening in Rome, Italy. Capital of Italy, city of the Romans, Colosseum, and the location of the Vatican City, which is high on the list of places to go right now. We always wanted to see Rome so this’ll be great!

If everything works out Shaena and baby can go touristing and hang out, and I can make myself useful in the various company functions. I am expected to facilitate a training/information session for our international sales teams and managers. Heavy stuff! My question is: How much will I get to see of Rome? Maybe we should go early and make a long weekend out of it? Either way, it’ll be great!

Italy is not first on the list of places to go though. We are talking about going up north in Sweden for a real Swedish Christmas. We’ll have to start our research-engines on that, but by now we are pretty good at digging up those bargain flights. It would be amazing if baby could celebrate his first white Christmas with Grandpa! Will keep you posted on how we get on with that project of course.

Also, my little brother Henry graduated yesterday. A great day for him, and a great achievement! Anyone who knows Henry also knows that it wasn’t always easy, but he has been a true trooper through the years in school, and he finished with great grades as well!

Well done little brother!