Everyone tied to warn us, everyone tried to tell us, but now we understand! Being brand new grandparents is the most loving and wonderful thing in the world!!!!!

 Autumn Marit Raatz entered our lives on September 13 at 7:05 pm at 5.5 lbs! She is so tiny and precious. It is amazing how one can just sit, cuddle and stare at a newborn baby and feel such love toward the newest member of the family. We are so blessed and wish Luke and Kendall all of the best as they raise their daughter. 

Auntie Jess was able to be here to snuggle Autumn, as she had planned to fly from Vietnam to Des Moines, Iowa for work. From there, she was to head to Viroqua for the baby shower planned by her. But, Autumn had other plans and with her early arrival Jessica changed her flight and spent time in Mankato with Autumn and us in our new coach.

Great grandparents are thrilled and can't wait to see the little bundle. When doctors give the ok, the Raatz family will all head to La Crosse WI area for a weekend. 

Rick and I are now camping at Bray Park near Madison Lake, MN. We plan to leave on Sunday and head to Coon Valley, WI. After a catch up with parents, we will head to the Viroqua Fairgrounds for Kathi's turn to host Bunco. That will be a first! Bunco in a coach and at the fairground, ha.

From there, we go to Lake Arbutus which is near Hatfield, WI. Brother Dave and Teresa will join us there to explore the Cranberry Fest. Hoping for nice weather to roam the zillion booths. Today has turned colder and the weatherman reminded us that it is the last day of summer! Yuck!