Gallery

Our first picture together. We went on our first date hiking at a nearby waterfall, and ended up getting convinced to wear one of Alexis's friends costumes she had on hand.... as bacon and eggs!

Winter exploring in the UP!

more winter exploring!

One of Alexis's favorite dates. They drove along the Keweenaw Peninsula, did some hiking, and finished the days with what would become their favorite restraunt near school, Fitzgeralds.

Alexis's first time visiting Ben's whole family was at a remote cabin where there was no wifi for a week... needless to say they all got along!

Spending time with Passolts' near the boundary waters in northern Minnesota!

Visiting World's Best Donuts in Grand Marais, MN

Alexis and Ben love camping! This was near Copper Harbor, MI

Ben came out to visit Alexis in the MI when she did summer research at school in 2020!

Enjoying fall colors!

With their freetime Ben and Alexis love to cook/bake, especially in college days. Ben was the bread expert however!

Exploring North Dakota on their way to meetup with the rest of the Passolt's in South Dakota!

One of their last nights before graduating from MTU and moving to MN!

Graduating from MTU!

Visiting Alexis's family cottage and hanging with the Millen side of her fam!

As much as Ben dislikes getting his photo taken, he set up time for pictures on their 2 year anniversary <3

After Ben's marathon in a Duluth, MN! Ben's did CC and track in college, and continues to run (when he isnt busy working too late!)

Their fourth year anniversary, first one living in MN.

Headed back to Mt. Bohemia in the UP of MI to ski with friends!

From our trip to Colorado to visit Alexis's sister Alicia who lives out in Denver and her family!

From our visit with Ben's Grandma Sue and husband Joe out in AZ! We did a bus tour with them in Sabino canyon to see the saguaro cacti!

Camping at Wild River State park

5th Aniversary. Ben made homemade mouse, ganache, and whip cream for the two to celebrate.

6th Anniversary dinner!

Exploring South Dakota's Custer state park with Ben's family!

Following the proposal!!

Celebrating the proposal with Alexis's family and best friends!

Ben working on their house. Installed a brand new kitchen, amoung other renovations!