changes afoot

Being far away feels much more real when life shifts (or adds to) its foundations. And so it feels odd to be announcing, via the blog, that we're expecting another baby this summer. This is very welcome news for us, although Ellie's not so sure just yet. Although I usually make a point not to write about other folks' news, I should note that once again we're joining my sister Emily and her husband Dan, as well as a few other good friends, in this time of expectation. (Hopefully those two aren't feeling stalked in life.) There is much to be sorted out, especially where this baby will be born, but that will come in time. In the meantime, we're well and enjoying Europe without all the wine and coffee. And since I've already broken my rule about sharing others' news, I will add that we're celebrating a victory for students, teachers, families and the general progress of Austin, Minnesota in the election of my mom to the school board. I'm proud of my folks for staying positive through an at-times rough campaign. And I used to be the rabble rouser while my mother was more concerned with domestic issues . . . how the tables turn. Sending love to you all.