Will You Marry Me?

My dad proposed to my mom at Starved Rock on the fourth of July 40 years ago.  As a surprise, he planned to re-enact that special moment this year, with family members and friends there to help celebrate.  We met at the same bench he proposed to her, and I asked them to take some pictures with the kids.  She thought it was just a family get together because Mandy was home.  As I took pictures, all of our family and friends walked up to the bench.  That's when Dad got down on one knee and proposed to her all over again!  It was a very special, sweet moment!  Afterwards, we all went to Grizzly Jack's Resort and spent the day visiting, playing at the indoor waterpark, and amusement park, too!  Beckett LOVED it!  We had a very nice time, and Harper was great in the car.  I was so happy Shonn was able to take Saturday morning off work so he could come.  We had a blast playing Laser Tag and hanging out!  Here's to 40 years, Mom and Dad!

 Joey, Levi, Shonn, and Matt Eric!

 The girls!

 Exploring with Mee Maw!

 Handsome little fella

Park with Big Braylon

We met Heather and Braylon at the park today for some play time. We visited and had cupcakes leftover from Mandy's shower. Braylon was great with Harper, giving her help on the swings (and rocks to play with) and she kept saying "thank you!"

Then Beck, Harp, and I went to the library. Beckett did an excellent job picking up when I asked and leaving when it was time. Harp was walking everywhere...and took a tiny tumble. She bit her lip, causing her first waking injury, but after a few cuddles, she wanted to go some more! She's so sweet and tough - perfect combo!

Same exact expression!

Beckett built "the beautifullest castle EVER" at the library and wanted me to take lots of pictures before we put it away. 

Little lip after falling. Annnnd this next picture was almost immediately after. Wild child!

Carnival

Beckett and I went to the Sullivan carnival after his long, long (3:00 - 7:00) afternoon nap. He wanted to do "ALL the rides!" but changed his mind after the tall slide! We did the carousel and motorbikes, played a few games, and laughed a lot! 

Camping Debut 2014

We met my parents at Wolf Creek for the debut camping trip of the year on Saturday night. We cooked hot dogs and brats, and of course, s'mores!

Beckett loved exploring and he brought me some flowers. :) ❤

Carnival!

Janis and I took the kids to the carnival in Springfield to see the Waldens and enjoy a beautiful day together!