Chicago Trip

 Well, after all these years, we finally made it to Chicago, and I finally met all of Joe's family.  I had been looking forward to the opportunity to see where he grew up and get a glimpse into his life before me since we started dating.  It took a good 7 years, but it was worth the wait.  Quincey absolutely loved being with her cousins Addie and Oliver.  In particular, she couldn't get enough of Addie.  Those two ran around and played for hours.  I could barely get her to stop long enough to eat!

It was super special meeting Joe's father and stepmother.  They showered Quincey with love.  And finally, Joe's twin brother and family.  Uncle Jimmy got Quincey a goofy stuffed animal and, to this day months later, she has to go to bed with her two goofy's.  It was so nice to see a family besides mine love Quincey and it was so nice for me to meet these people that helped shape Joe.

We also got to visit some of Joe's best friends.  Friends that he has had since grade school.  It was such a blast to hang out as a family with Joe's people.

Our trip to Chicago was a trip that I will not soon forget.  It was absolutely amazing.  All except for the horrific mosquito bites I got the first night we were there that plagued me for weeks after.  Apparently, I have what's called Skeeter Syndrome.  My body attracts mosquitos and has an allergic reaction to them which makes me itch like crazy for weeks!  My legs and hands were covered in them.  And they left scars which will serve as a reminder for years to come of our time in Chicago!