275. Our big trip to Kalamazoo, MI & my trip to NYC!

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Welcome back! Listen in this week for a crazy story as Jesse and I take you behind the scenes of our recent adventure-packed week! We have been to a staggering SEVEN states in just NINE days, and I am so excited to share the chaos and joy that followed!

From attending the CrossFit Games to exploring NYC, we have certainly had our fair share of logistical challenges and unforgettable moments, and we start by discussing the CrossFit Games, where our daughter's boyfriend RJ competed. It was a thrilling experience, and you will hear all about the highs and lows of cheering him on through a grueling series of events!

I also recount the heartwarming and sometimes nerve-wracking moments of traveling with our kids, including their interactions with family and the surprising ease with which our youngest adapted to being away from home! After our CrossFit adventure, I also had the chance to jet off to New York City for a brief but magical trip. From Central Park’s beauty to the glamor of Fifth Avenue, I take you through the highlights of my NYC excursion and how it felt to step into a world so different from our usual routine!

You will also definitely want to stay tuned until the very end of the episode for a sneak peek at our next episode in which we will be diving into the results of our recent InsideTracker blood test and explore some new breakfast ideas that we have been loving!

In This Episode

[0:35] - Jesse and I are recounting a busy week traveling to seven states, visiting CrossFit Games with our daughter Kaitlynn's boyfriend, RJ!

[3:54] - RJ is a skilled CrossFit athlete who reached the games by excelling through various competition stages.

[5:47] - To attend the CrossFit games, we arranged complex travel plans, splitting family members across different flights and destinations.

[7:08] - Hear how returning home involved challenges and uncertainties, but we managed to find good deals and made it work!

[9:24] - Leaving our younger children behind was hard, but we had a great time, and the kids adjusted well with grandparents' care.

[12:01] - Despite being small, David handled the plane well, enjoying interactions with other passengers and having fun with beach balls at the event!

[14:01] - I discuss how the CrossFit staff was supportive and accommodating towards David.

[17:47] - Jesse and I explain CrossFit for those unfamiliar with it.

[20:09] - I really enjoyed seeing RJ's different sides, particularly his ability to compete while unwell and his interactions with our family.

[21:19] - Jesse shares how we enjoyed their time with RJ's family and how the kids interacted like siblings.

[22:40] - The competition brought together diverse nationalities, with 29 countries represented.

[24:18] - I was moved by the athletes’ live streams and their supporters back home.

[27:12] - After picking up the kids, I drove back and then flew to New York for a friend's award ceremony, enjoying LaGuardia’s unique atmosphere.

[30:55] - Hear how, in New York City, I was amazed by Central Park's size and the vibrant local activity.

[33:14] - I enjoyed a picturesque lunch at a famous boathouse in Central Park and felt that the experience was worth the high cost.

[35:39] - While walking down Fifth Avenue, I admired the upscale stores and wondered about the clientele who shop there regularly.

[37:36] - I stayed at a luxurious hotel in Times Square, feeling out of place among the well-dressed guests.

[39:20] - The next episode will cover our Insidetracker blood test results and introduce a free breakfast ideas guide!

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