NYE 2007

This new years eve we trekked through the snow to Collin's house for some cocktails & appetizers. Then we headed off to The Chicago Chop House for the latest steak dinner I've ever had! It was a really fun night!





I was having too much fun taking pics of the food, I guess that's what you do when you can't drink...yum, apps!



Filet & Lobster served at 11:55pm!

Merry Christmas

I was very happy that my Mom & Dad came to Chicago to spend Christmas with me & Corey. It was the first time we've been able to be at our own home for Christmas since we've been together, which was really special.

Oh Baby!

Here's my first post about......our expected offspring!

Yes, as you all already know, Corey and I are expecting our first baby on May 21st! I guess I'm finally ready to tell the world I'm pregnant, besides, I can't really hide it anymore because my waist has definitely increased a few inches. Although we weren't 100% prepared for this, we are extremely excited and nervous all at the same time, as I'm sure every soon-to-be first time parents are. I have all faith that Corey and I will be fabulous parents and that this will be the most exciting and important adventure of our lives. So here's a few pictures of the journey so far...

The infamous positive test! Corey didn't initially believe it was accurate because the 2nd line wasn't as dark as the first line, but a quick look at the instructions showed him he wouldn't be getting out of it that easy!


"Uh oh...this poor kid has it in for himself (or herself)"


9 weeks


16 weeks


19 weeks


We are 1 week shy of the half way point and on Jan 7th we will hopefully be able to find out if we will be having baby girl Gustafson or baby boy Gustafson! I can't wait, I just hope the little bugger lets us see it's naughty bits so we can find out :-)

Chicago Hula!

I know we haven't posted in a while...but here's something Corey and his brother Ryan put together to make you laugh! Make sure you have your sound on.

The Edlund's come to Chicago!

Our friends Geoff & Brooke came down from Seattle to come and visit us! We had an amazing time with them and wish they would consider moving to Chicago! Ted & Carol were very nice to lend us their scooter and we took our guests on a scooter tour of the city. Saturday night we met up with one of my old roommates from ASU, Danielle. Dinner at Terragusto and then Messner's to watch the ASU game! Sunday, Geoff & Brooke went to the Bears game. What a fun weekend!





Geoff & Brooke are now Rudy & Tilly's Godparents, the dogs just loved them. It pays to show up with doggie treats!

Danielle, Marina & Brooke at Messner's

Marina's Halloween Costume!

Geoff's Halloween Costume???

Corey's 30th Birthday Oktoberfest Celebration

Corey in his Liderhosen he got in Germany at the real Oktoberfest


Make a wish!!!

Opening Gifts


We had German Cuisuine: Brats, German Potato Salad & Bravarian Pretzels




It's my party and I'll pass out if I want to...

Carol & Ted Tie the Knot!

Ok, these pictures are long overdue, but I've had such a hard time deciding which ones to post and I had to steal some from friends cuz it's hard to take pictures when your in the wedding party.

Carol & Ted got married on September 22nd at the Armour House at Lake Forest Academy. It was and absolutely beautiful day and the Bride of course was stunning! Carol definitely pulled off an amazing wedding and I was honored to have been her Matron of Honor. Now that it's all said and done, I'm sure Ted is relieved and we wish them the best as they begin their lives as Mr & Mrs Johnson!