Overdue Update

It's been a bit since I've posted anything, so I thought I would provide a bit of an overall update. Quite a bit has progressed since my trip to Yellowstone and I won't capture it all here, but look for plenty of upcoming stories in the coming weeks.

The Pregnancy is Going Great
Other than one early scare, the pregnancy has gone great. From a health standpoint, Jen and the baby couldn't be doing any better. Considering she has a miniature, constantly dancing human being in her stomach, Jen is incredibly mobile and feeling good. A true testament to good health, eating well and exercise. In fact, we've taken several hikes in the past month including one up a pretty steep mountain path.

As great a trooper as she's been, I know Jen is anxiously awaitng the birth. Due July 23, we're both excited to meet Zoey Mae. We may even almost be ready because we are...

No Longer Homeless
Well, to be fair, we were never truly homeless and are extremely grateful for being able to live in a friend's house as it awaited some renovations. But, we closed on our house the Friday before Memorial Day. And immediately tore it completely apart. It isn't a fixer-uppper -- but just needed some updating.

In just one week, we made a fair amount of progress. Friends and family have been extremely helpful. But, we have so very much left to do before the baby comes home because...

I'm 'On the Road Again'
In the seven days that followed closing on the house, not only did we begin renovations, but we also moved out of the other house, partied with my Grandma June for her 80th birthday and went camping with family for the weekend in the Black Hills to celebrate my Grandpa and Grandma Hertel's birthdays and anniversary.

From the Hills, we drove to Minneapolis where I worked for a few days before Jen dropped me off at the airport and drove to Milwaukee. She'll be there until the baby is born. Meanwhile, I've spent time in Dallas, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Milwaukee and now Denver. I will get back to Lemmon on June 28. We left on June 1.

I enjoy travel and really like my new job, but I'm ready to get back. Lots to do before the baby gets here but thankful for...

Amazing Family and Friends
I couldn't even begin to list all of the help we have received from family and friends. From giving us a places to stay, to helping us move, to letting me borrow lawn mowers, to throwing a great baby shower/party to helping us renovate the house -- people have been amazing. We're overwhelmed and so tremendously thankful for the support we have received. And, I'm looking forward to being able to "pay it forward" in the future.

But, that's the highlights, look for more to come in the near future.