Gallery

In 2019, Foster and Miranda met at Rockford University’s freshman summer retreat. In this group photo they had not met each other yet, but fate had them standing next to each other— how crazy!

On September 26th, Foster and Miranda went to Currans Apple Orchard for their first date. Continuing this tradition, they go to the Apple Orchard on their anniversary.

Foster and Miranda camping with Miranda’s immediate family— don’t worry, they upgraded their tent.

Foster and Miranda tubing and cliff jumping at Table Rock Lake in Missouri with Foster’s immediate family.

Foster took Miranda to his favorite childhood spot— the Kenosha Waterfront. Little did they know, but this is the same place where Foster would propose almost 5 years later.

Not even together for a year yet, and with little to no money in their pockets, Foster and Miranda hit the road and drove over 20 hours to hike Arches National Park and Canyon lands.

Hold my hand, and I’ll go anywhere with you.

Foster and Miranda in Colorado at Rocky Mountain National Park with Foster’s extended family as their— amazing— tour guides.

Foster and Miranda’s first concert together— Korn and Staind!

Foster and Miranda in Tennessee hitting the trails and chasing waterfalls with friends.

Foster and Miranda travel to Florida together and collect seashells on the beach while celebrating Christmas with Miranda’s immediate family and grandparents.

The most fitting Christmas gift for Foster and Miranda— where will they go next?

Foster and Miranda welcome Leia to the family, and officially become dog parents.

Foster’s immediate family took Miranda on her first trip abroad to Ireland. They had an amazing time hiking, getting to meet the locals, and spending time with family— a truly unforgettable trip.

Foster and Miranda attend a ZZ Top and Heart concert— and were the youngest people in their section!

Foster and Miranda attending the Stadium Tour, rocking out to 80s rock bands, where an older woman told them that they reminded her of “when my husband and I were young” and how “cute” they were.

While visiting Foster’s extended family in Minnesota, they partook in more cliff jumping!

While celebrating a Boom wedding, Miranda caught the bouquet— guess what they say about catching the bouquet is true, because they were the next ones engaged in the family!

Foster celebrating Miranda’s college graduation!

On a hiking trip with Miranda’s brother, they hiked and rock climbed at the Garden of the Gods.

Foster and Miranda in Texas visiting Foster’s immediate family!

Miranda introduced Foster to country music, and Foster introduced Miranda to the world of skiing.

Getting splashed at Niagara Falls with Miranda’s immediate family!

Having a drink in Canada with Miranda’s immediate family— their second trip abroad, and certainly not their last!

Spent an extended weekend at the happiest place in the world with Foster’s immediate family!

Don’t worry, they take Leia on hiking trips too!

More hiking and waterfall chasing in Minnesota!

Rocking out to Cage The Elephant in Madison, WI!

Foster and Miranda spontaneously went to an Avril Lavigne and Simple Plan concert— fun fact, the first song Foster played in the car with Miranda was “Sk8 Boi” (Miranda’s favorite childhood song).

Shed Aquarium and Chicago double date with Foster’s brother and girlfriend!

Foster asked the big question at his favorite childhood spot— the Kenosha Waterfront! Sitting next the water, in a cove, it was a private, intimate moment they will both cherish forever.