Despite Jess’s massive Oktoberfest head-cold, we departed this weekend with Jon and Mel and headed to Mel’s home town, Indianola, Iowa. We slept most of the way but 6 quick hours later we arrived at Mel’s parents’ farm. We had a great weekend, fishing, tromping around, and relaxing by the fire. We even got to play with Mel’s parents’ new Australian Cattle Dog Puppy, Bloke. He is super cute and makes Jess and I really want a puppy.

All-in-all, Jess and I had a blast. Thanks Jon and Mel for a fun weekend away!