In April 2011 Gramma, Pap and Uncle Matt came to visit. We all had an amazing time with Gramma, Papa, Uncle Matt and Uncle Russ when we were treated to a Wolves game on the 9th. The kids really enjoyed it as they got all the Cotton Candy and snacks they could handle and a few souvenirs to match. The Wolves ended up winning and we went home and passed out.
July 4th 2010 was very fun as the kids got to enjoy the fest together for the first time. JJ had just left in June and and these kids needed some cheering up.
Lalie’s first year with the Clan.
We all wanted to get away for a day or two so we decided on Starved Rock in southern Illinois. Uncle Russ, Aunt Eileen and Aunt JJ all occompanied us in Mom’s van down for the trip. Luckily our friends Perry and Sarah had a baby backpack for Lalie to use. We spent the night in the hotel and went hiking the whole next day. Eddie had a blast and kept asking to see more “Nature” while Lalie was more than content just being carried around and sleeping the day away. Still one of our best memories as a family.
