Why Do You Come Back?

   We often get asked, "Why do you go back to America every several years?".  I usually answer with a joke by saying something about missing NC BBQ or Hebrew National hotdogs.  But family is the main reason...  Kaelen had never seen my (Jon) parents until this visit to the States, and even though Kenan had been to America when he was 2, he doesn't really remember it.  So although they've interacted over Skype, these have been the first opportunities to have Chicken Little read to them in person.

  

   I hadn't had an opportunity to see my Grandma in over 10 years.  She's awesome.  Her current activities include showing cancer who's boss, finishing up her autobiography, and sharing stories with me (patiently) as I ask tons of questions about my grandpa, life in South Dakota in the 1930s, farming, friendshps with Native Americans, etc.

   These last few months have been full of great times spent with family and friends... and that's why we come back to America.