Dave and I talk a lot about traveling to far and lovely places with Baby Bean after she’s born and a little older. It’s exciting to talk about the potential trips we’d be making, from close places like Harrison Hot Springs to Vietnam. We definitely want to go to Vietnam. For one thing, Dave hasn’t been there yet, and I really want him to see the place where I was born. It’s also important to the both of us that Bean sees where she comes from. I remember my first trip back to Vietnam, when I was 15. It was such a surreal experience, to be able to touch and see the people and the land where I was born. It makes it more real. I want Bean to experience that. It’s a beautiful country and I want to have her see it and experience it for herself too. Especially since we have so many relatives there who will just eat her up and protect her and love her. Though, of course, with our growing family, I’m sure we’ll need lots more Rimowa luggage! No worries though.

Ahh, Baby Bean, the things you’ll see, the places you’ll be! It’s all so exciting!