Meatloaf takes on Brussels

I'm fighting the urge to eat a snack and take a nap on this lovely Friday morning at 1043 am because I know I've been seriously neglecting my blog. I wish I could say I was really sorry about it but I'm not so much. I've learned that being a single parent really stinks. I've somehow managed to survive these last two weeks on microwave meals and 7 o'clock bed times. Other than that, we're just trying to survive over here and stop the perpetual thoughts running through my mind that these last two weeks are just many in what feels like a very long summer. And it's not even June.

Anyways, prior to Chad's departure we were able to do a few things. Our last big trip was the one to Belgium that you may recall from two posts ago. However, that was probably 2 months ago so I can't blame you if you've since forgotten.

After spending our afternoon in Bastogne, we continued on to Brussels. There are a lot of lovely places in Belgium to visit but we know the cut off for our family is 5.5 hours of driving before we all go temporarily insane and start saying things we shouldn't. And so Brussels it is (was?).

Even though Chad wasn't so happy with his choice in hotels via Paris, I think we were all pleased (including Meatloaf) with our stay in Brussels. It was in a great location and we were able to walk everywhere... including Meatloaf. Oh and the breakfast was quite impressive. Which is how I like to judge my overall hotel experience... on breakfast. The most important meal of the day.

Anyways, we walked, shopped, ate (a lot) and were able to celebrate both Easter and Chad's birthday on this trip.

Oh and the chocolate, waffles, and frites are as good as they say. It wasn't mussel season though but I've only heard great things.

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Brussels 

Rue du Fosse-aux-Loups 47 

B- 1000 Brussels 

Belgium 

Today is Military Spouses Appreciation Day...

"Our military spouses are unsung heroes who maintain the home-front during lengthy deployments, give back to their communities through volunteer work, and provide moral support for their loved ones serving at home and in harms way. At the same time, many hold down full time jobs and raise families. While the service member is rewarded for superior job performance with medals, promotions and ceremonies, the military spouse generally only receives a kiss and a 'thank you'."(The Flagship: Heroes At Home)

but we'll take it. 

Happy Military Spouses Appreciation Day 

and 

thank you for all that you do.

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