Mike liked Michele on Match.com. Michele returned Mike's like the same morning and conversation began!

First date was at Franchesco's Italian Resturant. After the date we went walking through the holiday lights at Sinnissippi Park.

First weekend away in Chicago. We saw the Bean, visited the Art Institute, and saw the Blackhawks play.

First family activity was at Discovery Center. Mike's first children's museum.

First family game day at Dave & Busters in Madison.

Three month anniversary date at Franchesco's, Mike gave Michele a promise ring. We even ended up in the same booth as the first date!

First plane ride together to Colorado for Easter. We visited Mike's sisters (Sue & Brenda) and my aunt & cousins (Jane/Larry & Jeff/Amy)

First 5K together, OSD in Roscoe.

First painting class, mandala style.

First family vacation - Alaska! We spent two weeks enjoying glaciers, hiking, dog sledding and time at Lake Wasilla. We even saw Denali!

First Christmas morning all together.

First time Luke (Michele's cat) and Alexa (Mike's dog) shared a lap!

Engagement surprise at the murder mystery dinner

Our Wedding