It's been a while...

Well, it HAS been a while, and a lot has happened! I prolly won't go into a to of detail, because that's probably not necessary. But since I last wrote I visited Chicago, my dad and my Aunt Pam. Dad and I went to a Sox v. Royals game that was pretty good! We whomped them while Buerhle was in, the they took him out and put in Linebrink who gave up three runs to the royals on a homer making the score 7-7 in the 8th inning! But then someone on the Sox got a base hit to get the ninth going and Dad and I left so I dunno what exactly happened but somehow the Sox scored again and walked off with an 8-7 win over the Royals. It was a pretty good game.
After the game with dad, he was off to FL so I went and spent a night at my Aunt Pam's house in Berwyn. Got to hang out with my cousin Angie a bit, which is rare, so cool stuff, and then I woke up on the 19 to go to Nauvoo and finally meet up with my missionary boy!! :D Highlight of my life!
Nauvoo was absolutely amazing!! It REALLY is a beautiful city. I'll post some pics of that when I get them onto the computer, but there are few on facebook for your viewing pleasure. As if Nauvoo wasn't significant enough with it's rich history, doctrinal enrichment, and gorgeous temple, it became a milestone in my life as it is where Chance proposed to me. That city will remain on my lips more than the average LDS enthusiast.
So, time engaged has been pretty fun so far. People reactions have on thing in common for the most part "that was fast!" and yes, it is fast. But when you are sure, you shouldn't hesitate and give yourself time to do something dumb. I've had the strongest possible impressions about this decision already, and more confirmations of it seem to come daily as I hit little snags in the road. But in any case things are moving along. We have the temple sealing room scheduled, and the reception is pretty much planned, it's just making it a reality now which we've done for the centerpieces so far... we're taking some engagement pictures tomorrow in Oracle at Brenda's Parent's house... we've begun labels and registries, apartment hunting and school applying (for Chance) moving expenses and the thought of just being a bored married couple is just enticing right now. ;) lol. We'll get there!

My gorgeous ring!!


My fantastic fiancee!!!


My soon-to-be awesome family!