Returning to Life on the Go
September 2025
An Early Landing at O’Hare
- Sep 24, 2025
- AMS-ORD: 4120 mi
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, we returned to the United States. After an easy bus and train ride, we arrived at Schiphol right on time and departed without delay. Our plane even landed early at Chicago O’Hare—so early, in fact, that our son was still on his way to pick us up.
That evening, we celebrated our homecoming with our son, daughter-in-law, and grandson over a sushi dinner, before finally calling it a day. For our bodies, it still felt seven hours later. After checking in, taking a shower, and unwinding, I fell asleep quickly.
Hemmes, too, was glad to be at the hotel, where he could finally settle in for a proper nap. Once again, I must give credit where credit is due: our loyal frequent flyer had behaved absolutely purrfect in the skies
A Week with Family and Friends
The next few days were filled with visits. I met up again with old friends at Naperville’s International Women’s Group, which brought laughter and spirited conversations.
Precious time with my son, daughter-in-law, and grandson added even more color to the week, whether playing at the playground, exploring a farm together, or cooking and sharing warm family dinners.
Needless to say, these happy days flew by. Before we knew it, we were packed up and hit the road again to explore new, unknown destinations.