After the Sugar Beet Harvest was completed, it was time to head to Billings, Montana. I drove my RV there & had it winterized because it would be sitting empty while I was on vacation. The pipes were at risk of freezing so I had to get it ready for the low temperatures & snow.
Cappy flew back east with me & he wasn’t a fan of airports or planes. He had to stay in his carrier the entire time. Luckily, the vet gave him something to help him relax & he slept the entire time.

Cappy getting some fresh air at the airport.
Mom drove to meet me with her dog, Izzy. Both dogs had a vacation of their own with a wonderful friend who treated them like a king & queen.
I wish that I could say our trip started seamlessly, but we ran into some issues. Our flight to Rome was cancelled & rescheduled for the next day. We had to find lodging in NYC & cancel our plans for Lisbon.

Mom’s first trip to Europe
Mom & I made it to Rome, but unfortunately her luggage did not. It was left in NYC & didn’t arrive until 3 days later!

Sunrise as we flew into Rome
We settled into our hotel & got some rest for our busy week in Rome. Read more about our adventures in the next post—it gets better!

Hopefully there are no more bumps in the road for your trip and it`s all smooooth sailing for you and your gorgeous Mom, enjoy !!
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Love you, Miss Kim!
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It was exciting with a few bumps in the road ! But we both have so many wonderful memories!! I treasure each moment! Love you 😘
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Love you, too!
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Looking forward to hearing the rest of the story…great picture of Brenda. Cappy, too!
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Love to you & Phil!!
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Hi Christie
Merry Christmas and Happy Healthy New Year.
Your adventures continue in 2023.
Love reading your posts.
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I hope you have a wonderful holiday, too. It is so good to hear from you! Have a healthy & happy new year.
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He didn’t look like a Happy Camper when it comes to crate travel.
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He thinks he is a person, not a dog!
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Love, love, love your posts, what a wonderful experience you have been having. I am looking forward to 2023 and what you will find to do this next year. Please keep safe and Merry Christmas/Happy NewYear to you and your family. Miss you and think of you often, Kathy
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Miss Kathy, so good to hear from you! I miss seeing your smiling face at the library & all of our conversations. I hope you & your family are well. Have a happyb& healthy New Year!!
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Sorry for the bump in the road to Italy but, fortunately , it went smoothly after that. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
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