Taryn Stops over from Spain

What's the Connection: Taryn is the daughter of my mom's very best friend Georgeanne from childhood - it's that simple.

Why the Visit: Lucky girl managed to get hooked up teaching English in Andalucia, Spain for a year - not bad for an out of college job, huh? After her year wrapped up, she did a bit of traveling, including a stopover to see us. We loved having her around, especially Gene who got to have music night as she has a spectacular singing voice!

Angie Wins Title of Most Frequent Visitor!

What's the Connection: As mentioned in previous entries, one of my bestest friends from growing up - there you have it.

Why the Visit: She loves me lots... even took a special trip here, not even work related! She had to make sure her future niece/nephew recognized her voice:) We did a little adventure to Antwerp Belgium where we ate through the town, and she actually went back to SF with a tan cause the weather was perfect all week.

Costanzo's bring Snow

What's the Connection: Long time buddy from Atlanta, Cole consistently delivers a great mix of intellect and comedy topped off with the perfect amount of sarcasm. Cole also has a lot of enthusiasm for the democratic party...ahem...that's an extra large dose of sarcasm.

Why the Visit: Cole has a really cool gig that takes him all over the world, so he had the chance to come through Amsterdam, and decided to bring his fantastic wife Lauren. I wish Cole could have brought the rest of the Costanzo family with him, they are a great crew.

McGees Roll Through

What's the Connection: Kel and I met freshman year in college...so let's just say we go way back. Kel and Casey (Seattle folks) are for sure big favorites in the Willis house as they were a close drive for us from Portland....we even did annual camping trips (with their awesome kids!) ....we miss those.

Why the Visit: Casey (who is in our top visitor category thanks to Microsoft travel) had work in Amsterdam, and in France. He brilliantly cashed in on miles to bring Kel out for a weekend celebration....which we did, and then some.