We're Getting Married!

Carrie had recently moved to Ann Arbor and was reconnecting with childhood friends. With her birthday near, a celebration on Lake Michigan was planned. John prepared his boat, the Blueliner, for a day of fun in the sun. Neither of us knew we were about to meet the person we would marry!

Surrounded by the love of our close family, John surprised Carrie, getting down on one knee next to our favorite campfire with gorgeous Van Auken Lake views behind us. This house holds a special place in our hearts as the midway point between Ann Arbor and Lemont, where our early relationship grew and strengthened.

Carrie fell in love with New Orleans while living there during medical school. She took John on one of our first vacations together to the city for Mardi Gras. And following this trip together, her love for the city grew to include the special memories we shared. John managed to charm Carrie to put down roots in Illinois, but we knew we wanted to share our love of New Orleans with family and friends for the celebration of our marriage.