Trip to Canada

9/5 - 9/14, we visited Michael's family in Canada (Halifax, NS). This was the first time Aislynn got to meet all of them. Actually, it was a week of "firsts" for lots of us. We flew in late on Saturday, Aislynn smiled @ nanny & grandad when she saw them. (Aislynn did great on the plane ride over, just a little fussy on the last one, and then passed out)

We had a nice relaxing trip. Sunday eve, Peter, Krysta & the in-laws threw us a party for Aislynn so the "Adamski's" could come meet her. We got to see a lot of Michael's many cousins & aunts & uncles. AND, everyone was so generous & gave Aislynn some gifts/money. Then we stayed with Michael's brother Peter & sis-in-law (Krysta) and hung out w/ Jay & Mackenzie. We enjoyed their fire pit a few nights, roasted marshmellows & just hung out. Aislynn LOVED the fire :)

I got to go shopping at one of my favorite clothing stores, Reitmans (always great sales). I mean, I got a pair of pants for $3.50! you can't beat that, eh? :)

We also got to see Michael's grandparents (on his mum's side, never met them before). We also finally met Kerri (sis-in-law) and her dad for the first time. Michael went fishing with the guys one morning (didn't catch anything). We ate lots of poutines (fries w/ gravy & melted cheese) which is one of my FAVORITES! And, we had more donairs on this trip than I ever have had before (donair, another local specialty... spiced/shaved meat over flatbread w/a special sauce) YUM (my father in laws were the best in my opinion). Me enjoying a poutine. ('pooh-teen') :)

Right when we started to get settled, it feels like the week was just over! We didn't have any expectations or big plans, just hang out w/ family (mission accomplished). The last Sunday we were there, we went to Michael's old church and witnessed a knighting! (well, not really - but the original pastor was retiring & passing the church on to a new pastor) They turned the service into a 3 hour long ceremony - with a sword and "dubbing" the new pastor (all kneeled down & everything). It was interesting :) Definitely different than Bridgepoint.

Overall, it was a great trip -Aislynn turned 5 MONTHS OLD ON THE 8TH! I can't believe it!!! She was as perfect as she could be - loved & smiled at everyone. AND, on Thursday, she started pushing up onto her hands more - it's funny to see her figure something out, like "hey, look at me, I'm all the way up here now!"

Sadly, it's now Saturday and I still haven't unpacked! Lots of cleaning & unpacking to do. BUT I'm excited b/c today, me & the family girls are going to Sips & Strokes for Heather's birthday. http://www.sipsnstrokes.com/ - it's an instructor led painting party where we all get to paint a masterpiece while sipping our favorite drinks! FUN! More pictures to come.