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We are back home in London, after our visit home to Chicago. It was great to see so many friends and family members. We landed and headed straight to Tommy & Laura’s to meet our new nephew Blaise! It was a race against the clock to get there before his bedtime. Thanks for waiting up for us Blaise! It was so fun to hang out with you for a little bit – even though you smiled for Uncle Pat before Aunt Becky.

Saturday during the day we meet with lots of friends & family to cheer on the Irish. Although the game was not the greatest, it was still fun. Here are some pictures:

Since Kate & I could not enjoy a beer during the game, like Maggi & Deardra:



. . . we imbibed in some fries – both cheese & regular! YUM!



Grand Mar was worried about Blaise’s ears, but he slept through most of the game, so I think he was fine.



Here the guys, still thinking we had a chance and therefore not taking their eyes off the game to look at the camera:



Saturday night was my girlie night/baby shower with my girlfriends. It was so fun! Before heading out to a new fun restaurant, we went to Lauren's for drinks & apps & gifts. BumBum received lots of great stuff! Here is one of my favorites:



More tomorrow on the rest of our great visit to the US!