Engaged!

Well, I was right. Rebecca did not check my last post before we left, so she did not have any clue that I would propose. And, of course, I did. She did say yes and now we are excitedly planning for our wedding. I trust it will all work out, but already I see the challenges of school, work, and wedding planning--not to mention attending weddings galore (May through August). But the future is radiant with possibility and hope, and I am thankful for that.

In addition, the Hampu household welcomed a new addition: Ethan Douglas Einar Torgersen! He is a beautiful baby boy with two loving parents: Rebecca's sister Rachel and her husband Marc. They are so very happy to be parents and will do a magnificent job raising little Ethan. Oh, if you can't tell, I'm a little bit excited about being an uncle-to-be.

With all that taking place over the last few weeks the holidays have been a very exciting and joyful time. There has been much to celebrate and much to be thankful for. I will do my best to be thankful for the snow in Chicago that Rebecca and I must return to, but no promises. I hope everyone has had a blessed holiday season! Grace and Peace.