A MOM IS A MOM IS A MOM

Things are getting more familiar everyday.  Luckily, Isaac is going to an International School, and the moms I've met there (from all over the globe: Denmark, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, USA, Mexico, Argentina, Malaysia, Germany) are all very supportive and welcoming as they too have experienced the chaos that is an international move and transition-with small children.  No matter what culture they are from or language they speak, we all have the same emotions, challenges, and joys when it comes to our kids.  What a great connection to share with people from every corner of the world.  And while I'm on this mothering note, I might just add that although unpacking an apartment with a baby is challenging-and carrying him to the grocery store daily, up and down stairs, and having him basically as a barnacle can be exhausting, he is really the sweetest, most flexible baby.  No matter how beautiful the surroundings (which are insanely beautiful), looking into Levi's eyes (and Chris, Luke and Isaac's) is really the most beautiful thing I get to see everyday.