turkey travel


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We've been in Pennsylvania since Tuesday. We're traveling back home tomorrow, a little heavy hearted to say goodbye to my husband's family but relieved to stop digging through suitcases. I got my driver's license renewed while we were up here (whew, guilt-free driving again!) and met my newborn, perfectly scrumptious nephew. He was born the night we got here; holding him didn't remind me much of what it was like holding Carter ... sadly, I think that feeling is buried somewhere I won't be able to ever find it again. But he felt amazing. Small, warm and dripping with baby fever. Yep, I made sure Matt held him twice so he'd get it, too. I'm in love with our new nephew.

I can't report on how Carter did with the traveling, because I don't think we brought him. The little boy we've toted has behaved beyond a realm I knew he was capable of. He hugged, kissed and spoke politely to strangers. Beamed with smiles. Followed directions. Slept happily and eagerly in his pack & play. He was adorable, impressive, and I can't remember the last time I was this proud. I must have been doing something right all along. Now I just have to figure out what it was, and write a book about it.

Happy Thanksgiving!

21 comments:

  1. Aww glad you had a nice Thanksgiving and can now relax back at home :) I was brought up to be polite and good, I hope that Joshy follows in my footsteps like your Carter has done.

    BTW your in shorts in late November !!! While we are in hats, scarf and gloves, I don't see the fairness in that x

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  2. aww cute photo! And HOT pins.

    Jake, my 14 month old, behaves freakishly angelic when we stay away overnight with friends or family. I think going on holiday bonds you just that little bit more. Such a warm-hearted Thanksgiving :)

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  3. Happy Thanksgiving Meghann! Glad you guys had a great trip :)

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  4. Look at you skinny mama! Yay for a happy toddler on your trip :)

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  5. Glad the trip went well. Carter sounds likes he is being a gem! its so nice when they play that part when your away.

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  6. You should give up blogging like you did vlogging. I'm no longer reading; I will stick to those who blog more than once a week.

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  7. @Babymama there are very personal reasons i haven't been blogging lately, and you've made me feel even worse. i don't want rude people like you reading my blog, anyway.

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  8. Megan dont listen to rude people Ill always read ur blog
    I do wish you write more I love reading your blog but even if you dont feel like writting much Ill still read and follow ur blog
    Im not a mother and I enjoy reading it sooo much please never stop

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  9. are you going to try IVF again? i really hope you are blessed with a second beautiful baby in your future.

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  10. I just read previous comments and feel horrible about mine! I wrote that because I check your blog all the time and love reading it! You're so good at it. I honestly just wish you wrote more. No one should make you feel bad for not writing, it's your personal life and it's definitely your perogitive to share (or not share). I love you, and I hope you're ok!

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  11. :( will you ever write more? I'm so sad! I don't like anyone else's blogs. I realy hope youre alright :/

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  12. Hey Meghann,

    I hope that with what you are going through, you can still find peace and serenity this Christmas season. Don't ever feel pressured to write or vlog to meet the demands of those who likely have no clue what you are going through.
    (Even me, I keep up with your blog but it's never right to make assumptions)

    I am very appreciative that I came across your youtube page and blog :) I am not yet a mother but you have been such a good influence, and I hope that one day I can reflect your values..The way you take care of yourself, and your family :)

    Even if you decide to completely throw in the towel, I'm certain there are many many people who feel like they have benefited and learned from your blog. And I hope that you have as well.

    Take care ! <3
    (sorry about the long comment)

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  13. missing your posts... hope all is well with you and your family.

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  14. I miss reading your posts...you are a wonderful writer. Hope all is well with you and your family!

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  15. You are very well loved by people that have never even met you.

    I hope all is well Meghan

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  16. Hi Meghann.

    Sorry to find that you've received nasty comments about your lack of posts. That really isn't necessary! I was just going to say you look fab in that picture (goodness I wish I had your legs!)and I hope you're well. Looking forward to hearing from you in some way shape or form. I follow you on twitter so I keep up a little there. Please don't let nasty comments get to you. It makes me sad that you have to read things like that, but I do enjoy reading your updates so I hope it won't prevent you from posting more when you are able to x

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  17. Um.. oh my gosh!!!! How can Babymama be so rude?? My jaw dropped when I read that comment! How dare you.

    I wish you all the happiness in the world Meghann, you have such a beautiful family. Don't feel pressured to blog.. it should be a joy and a freedom of expression. I hope you'll be spending christmas with lots of loved ones and don't let the comments above destroy your passion for creative writing xx

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  18. OMG Babymamma get outta here!!!! What a horrible post. Ignore that ignorant person Meghann!! Do whatever the heck you want!! Obviously that person is just jealous....ha ha otherwise why would they be checking your page and writing nasty comments about you not blogging lately?? Ha ha....what a gem. One grouchy babymamma she is!! Yikes....

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  19. So glad you have had such a wonderful time with family. Kinda makes me miss mine a bit just reading your post and oh oh oh the baby hunger is eating me alive. I never though I'd want another with how brutal my pregnancy, labor and first year were with my gal but, that stuff really does fade away. I need a cute niece or nephew to hold:). Sweet picture by the way!

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