Karate Tournament

While Janie and Alex toured the University of Illinois, Thomas and Rebecca took part in a Tae Kwon Do tournament in Urbana

Karate Black Belt

Thomas earned his first degree black belt in February 2011

February Snow

Nearly 15 inches of snow fell on Bolingbrook in February 2011, leading to a long afternoon of clearing the driveway.

Rebecca's Birthday

Rebecca invited some of her friends to play laser tag with her and have pizza and cake.

Alex's Eagle Scout Court of Honor

Alex was honored by Troop 317 along with several other scouts for earning his Eagle Scout award. Alex designed and built shelving units for Hesed House, a homeless outreach program in Aurora, Illinois.

NVHS Swimming

Alex completed his senior year on the Neuqua Valley swim team, swimming primarily distance freestyle events.

Homecoming

Alex and his girlfriend Annie attended Neuqua's homecoming together in the fall of 2011.

Thomas' Birthday

We celebrated Thomas' birthday at home with a cookie cake.

Fall Soccer

Rebecca joined the Galaxy Soccer Club for fall soccer after a year playing for Bolingbrook.

Halloween

Rebecca dressed as Hermione from the Harry Potter books for Halloween as Alex handed out candy as a Secret Service agent.

Christmas