The jury is still out whether winter is finished in Connecticut. There’s little doubt in Milwaukee. It’s not! Snow’s on tap for Monday.
We head to Milwaukee in the morning. My sister’s younger daughter, Melissa, is getting married. That’s her (above and below left) in photos taken in August.
Milwaukee’s nice in August.
We’ve met her fiancee, Mark, and approve. Do they really need our approval?
There are lots of reasons we’re looking forward to the trip. Obviously we’re happy for Melissa and Mark. We’re excited we’ll be seeing Stef, who’s flying in from SoCal.
My folks will be there too!
That last sentence is no small deal. My mom has been through some awful times over the last year plus. Based on phone conversations she’s peppy and with it. Her being in shape to go to this wedding is just shy of miraculous.
The plane ride from Florida to Wisconsin will be stressful. They’ve done this trip before, always making connections in Atlanta. This time my sister and I strongly suggested flying non-stop. It’s more expensive. It’s worth it.
This evening we dropped Doppler off at the ‘spa’. We’ve been told two of her friends from earlier visits will also be there. I expect Doppler to tell all when we return!
It’s a shame she can’t come too. Doppler would probably enjoy the wedding… as would Mark and Melissa’s dog, Toby.
Congratulations to the couple! And to answer your rhetorical question, yes they do (and yes, they want it).
I’m curious – I thought the reason you wanted a small dog was so that she could fly with you?
We have responsibilities which make bringing Doppler impractical.
Understandable. I was wondering if the airlines had changed the rules or something.
Have a great trip. I’m sure we’ll hear all about it when you come back.
Good move leaving Doppler behind. I wouldn’t trust any airline with my pets. I’ve heard too many horror stories.