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We know it's corny but Linda bought these matching sweaters while she was in Ireland for Michael and her. This picture was taken just before Thanksgiving as we were just getting to know each other more and more.

Michael's brothers Kevin and Gene ,Linda's brothers, Russ and Doug,sister in law Michelle, friends, Starr and Linda ,Melanie and Ashley,flower girl all stood up for our happy day! Ceremony was very moving,reception on the lake,lots of love & laughs.

On honeymoon-we went all the way to the top of the Eiffel Tower -in France the view was stunning-took your breath away-so many travel plans we would love to share with our child.

This picture is out the window of the baby's room-safe and secure with a great view of the garden,appletree,ponds and eventually a swing set and sand box and more!

We love to sit outside,read a book,grill out,enjoy the ponds and flowers. It is fun to grow some of our own vegetables and see the flowers return year after year. It is a very peaceful oasis in the city.

Christmas 2006- some of Michaels's family-since then a new baby boy was born. Not everyone is present in the picture,one of his brothers and family and some older neices and nephews that are working. We make a cake and sing Happy B'day Jesus

Some of Linda's family gathered at my aunt's house for Christmas as we do every year. Can't wait to add another member to the family.We go to my sister in law's brothers house overnight and have treats ,open gifts and of course watch A Christmas Sto

Linda's brother Doug,sister in law Michelle and nephew Seth,Little League Champs-The Aliens for 2008-yeah!!!!

We were fishing on a week end afternoon and got a fish on. We enjoy being on the boat fishing with our family and just enjoying the time together being outdoors. We are looking forward to sharing these experiences with our child.

On one of Michael's trips with his friends and family in October,an annual event,for the boys-lots of fun and laughs and catching big fish.

Michael,Linda,Linda's brothers Russell and Douglas and their family,Michelle and nephew Seth-we all went for a weeks vacation with Michael's family as well,on a lake with lot of swimming,skiing,fishing ,BBQ,campfires and relaxing.

Melanie and Will-Michaels' daughter and our son in law at their wedding. A wonderful celebration-really their second wedding as they were married before Mel went to Iraq again, in Europe as Will was returning-now both here and safe,nearby.

Josie,our dachsund-dressed up in a Joker costume-somehow we think she is not having as much fun as we are in handing out candy to the trick or treat kids!
She really is a Halloweenie!

One year on Hallowen Michael dressed up as a scare crow and handed out candy to the kiddos. Most kids knew he was just a prop as he really got into it as did the kids and their parents taking them out.Trick or treat!

We all are at a day of fun called Quarry Quest. You can make concrete,ride a back hoe,look for fossils,ride in a big dump truck,check out all kinds of unusual rocks,look for gold and just play!

Linda and Seth at a park near our house feeding the hungry winter ducks. They have no fear of you and are ready to gobble down any seed or bread you send their way.

This is a nice park with swing sets,slides, a baseball diamond and upright mazes. They also have a fine mist spray and a wading pool to use when it is hot. We also have a water park just a few blocks from our house.

This is one of our annual fish frys we have on Father's Day every year. We cook all the fish that have been caught throughout the year and enjoy being with our family and friends as well. A great time to honor the men in the family.

Gene and Kathy came for a visit(Mike's brother and sister in law) We have wind chimes on the ceiling of our porch and had just received a new one. We love it when they visit. So much fun! They're sitting in the swing made by Michelle's grandfather.

Enjoying a w/e of riding the motorcycle,taking a break. As our child is older would love to share in the fun. We don't ride very often as we have many other interests as well but do enjoy doing so when we have the time.

Every year we cut down our Christmas tree with family and then go out to lunch. We enjoy hanging out with each other and our family tradition. Then after the holiday the tree is put out for much or habitat for animals. Soon we can include our child t

Linda was blessed to have a wonderful wedding shower- given by her aunt and step mother-here are some of the guests including friends,cousins,aunts,soon to be sister in laws. We had a terrific time together.

Here is a picture of the dining room. It looks out over the patio and backyard. We built the book shelves,put in a new window and built the window seat where Bumble naps.