We're happy to be home! Our dogs were expertly cared for by Katie and they are happy, healthy and kind of excited to see us. They are still giving us sideways glances every now and again - rightfully so!
We arrived without incident from Auckland in L.A. Unfortunately, going through Customs in LA, I panicked when the officer asked me for the capital of Oregon. In my haste to answer the questions and continue on, I answered, "Portland!" His response was "Try that one again." Peter was looking at me with a rather befuddled look on his face. I finally got the answer correct "Salem!" and we proceeded on to Portland. Katie and Austin picked us up and it was fantastic to see the Giron clan again. It is amazing how quickly children grow and change!
We reconnected with the Lake/Giron/Bruha folks at "Pump it Up!" and Austin's 5th Birthday party. It was a lot of fun! Peter and I have been practicing our hops at the various "jumping pillows" in New Zealand, so, when the Pump it up workers weren't looking, I did my front flip trick. My neck is still a bit sore. The jumping things weren't as forgiving as the ones in NZ. I found out the hard way! The party was tons of fun and it was great to catch up with everyone!
We arrived in Hood River on Saturday morning and after opening mounds of mail and doing loads of laundry, we were off for dinner at the Taqueria with our friends - Tracy, Tyler, JJ & Andy. Fantastic to see them and to eat good Mexican food! Our friends, Matt, Jen (from Perth) arrived yesterday afternoon and we hosted a Thanksgiving meal for all of us and our friends Erin & Rob, since we missed it. Peter made an EXCELLENT meal. I did a good job of cleaning up afterward!
We are looking forward to a relaxing and fun time home until we're off for Matt & Jen's wedding in Puerta Vallarta on the 30th. It should be a blast.
Hope all is well!
Love,
K & P
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