Life in Chicagoland

We are in the second year of our internship experience at Willow Creek. During this season of our lives we are attempting to balance Seminary work, caring for a sweet little baby girl and still adjusting to life away from our friends and family. We couldn't be more excited about all that God has in store for us!

This blog will be our attempt to share the struggles and joys of this experience...as well as some pictures and an occasional video. We welcome your feedback and comments and will do our best to keep up with the blog on a regular basis!

Enjoy!
Marc, Keri & Leah

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Easter a little late...

It was so much fun decorating our first eggs, making cookies (great job Keri!!) and having our own Easter egg hunt! We also successfully found our Easter basket for the first time. It has been so fun to experience holidays with our little one.


Monday, March 29, 2010

Just having fun!

We've had a break in the weather and took full advantage of the 50 degree weather and went for a walk in our neighborhood. Now, however, she doesn't let us push her much...she always wants to "wok, wok"! When we're inside we can't get enough of climbing on the bakers rack next to our kitchen. (You'll notice the "practice Easter eggs" in her hands.) Here are some pictures of our walk and playing for you to enjoy!! Love you guys!

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

She's growing up too fast!

Just a few days ago we put Leah in her "big girl" seat for the first time and she has been loving the new world that she can see facing forward, even if she looked a bit intimidated at first! We also took a family trip to Build a Bear so she could finally pick out her own stuffed animal. (Thanks Aunt Michele!) She named her Ruff Ruff and gets a huge kick out of the barking noises that we had put in her paw.

Friday, March 12, 2010

Leah walking...almost

Leah has been taking steps lately and we thought we'd share a few with you (even with the poor lighting)! Hope you enjoy the crazy momma encouragment soundtrack!!
We'll try to get some better video up soon!!

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Leah's ONE!!

Our sweet little Leah is now a one year old! WOW that went fast. Today we celebrated by having a little cruise in and out birthday party. From about 1 until 4 we had a pretty steady stream of Leah's friends stopping by. It was an Elmo (or as Leah says "la la") party...I guess he's "la la" since he sings la la la la all the time. Leah loved her party! We are so blessed with friends up here and by all of you back in Florida that helped to make this day so special. Here are some pictures to give you a taste of our day!

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Where to begin...

We have been SO busy! Just in the past few weeks we have moved, survived camp with over 900 high schooler's and have been getting ready for Leah's first birthday. Where does all of the time go?! Looking back at 2009, we have been so blessed. Thank you to all of you that have been here for us and loved us so well. Check back soon for pictures...especially of Leah and her first ever birthday cake!

Here are some pictures from camp! Enjoy!

Monday, October 26, 2009

The pics I promised

Here are some more for your viewing pleasure! I am taking a quick break from studying to do this...I hope you enjoy!