Patriotism - we miss the most. Here in Germany the only time, that our students have told us, that the Germans had pride for their own country was at a soccer game in 2006. In America, doesn't matter what state you are from, what party you vote for, or your religious views - there is patriotism within the hearts of the people! We decided that America is based on one word "WHY". When we first became our own country, England said they'd be the boss, and americans asked "Why". Every day, as Americans, we ask "why". "I want to be president" a candidate will say. We ask "Why". Even in the small things like crossing the road, what we should buy, etc. We always ask "why". We miss that. We miss the free thinking, the questions, the citizens finding their own solutions to problems (big or small). We miss the love for the country. The shameless patriotic pride for where you live. Being in Germany has taught us so much. Also helped us feel a deeper appreciation for the United States of America. We love the USA!
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So, June 9th is coming up soon, Where are you guys headed? Rob just accepted a job at ARUP labs in Salt Lake, so we are off to the "Big City". Hope all is well in Germany, we hope to see you back in the US soon!
I am probably not the best person to ask because I had a pretty easy pregnancy, but I guess the worst part was probably at the end when I was big and swollen and just tired of it all! Luckily she came 3 weeks early and rescued me from it!
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