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

Kracht Christmas

We went to Mee Maw and Papa Kracht's house on Christmas night.  Mom made a delicious and beautiful dinner, and we really enjoyed our time together!  The kids opened presents and we all played. One of the highlights was Beckett trying out his new roller skates, which, as the picture shows, was hilarious.  He was also very excited to use his new toboggan; unfortunately, there wasn't an opportunity to try it outside that night, so Papa drug him through the house - just as fun! Harper and I got matching bracelets, and my parents had a desk nameplate made for my new job, too.  Uncle Matthew loved his BA HUMBUG hat and matching shirt from Beckett, too!  We laughed and relaxed and had a wonderful evening together.