Hayden's Brain

So now that I haven't posted in 146 days, or close to that, I figured that it would be appropriate to reopen this whole blogging adventure with letting someone else write for me so I can delay writing a real post.

Now people, don't even be tempted to think that I'd pass on a lame story to you. I really need you to go to this link and read this story.


Do it.

Now.

I'm not kidding.

Go read it.

I FEAR raising a boy because of the stories this woman produces about her children, namely Hayden. But in the same breath I must say that I CANNOT wait to see what Jude comes up with. I just don't think Heather's life could be any funnier. Without this child, her life (and mine for that matter) just might be void of all humor. And the greatest thing about it is...

It all comes from Hayden's brain.

No one wrote him a script.

No one has to pay money or turn on the TV to see this kid.

Wonderful!

I hope you laughed as hard as I did.

And I just have to say, Heather wonders where this child gets his strange brain and hilarious humor from????

Look in the mirror sista. He's your boy clone!

Happy 1st Birthday Jude!!!

It's amazing the transformation!!

Our sweet little boy celebrated ONE YEAR yesterday!
(We were out of town and couldn't blog about it, sorry!)

We could never put into words our love for this child!
We discover new things we love about you everyday!
What a joy you have been!
Our short time with you so far has taught us so much about the character of God. His goodness to us is unending and his love for us is immovable. You are a pure example of His goodness!

Pics of the celebration to come!!

30 Years!!!

Today, August 13th, was 30 YEARS for these two.

Woohoo!!

Last night we went out to dinner and they shared stories of their wedding day with us.
Who knew by thirty years they'd have
4 daughters
3 son-in-laws
and 3 1/2 grandbabies!?!

I am so thankful for parents who are STILL married. I am so thankful that our kids will have generations of examples of healthy marriages!
You've given us a RICH heritage!

We receive the blessing of your commitment to your covenant before the Lord!!
We cherish your faithfulness!

We love you Mom & Dad!!
We hope that in 27 1/2 years we're still enjoying each other like you are!

P.s. Happy Birthday Jenny Isaminger!! I love you and you are sweet treasure to me!! I wish I could have been with you to celebrate your wonderful day!

Lessons on being a Good Friend

(my girlfriends)

Um.
I once was a REALLY great friend.
I made my friends feel special and made sure that they NEVER doubted how much I adored them.
Why don't I still do that?
Read here for a lesson on being a good friend. (ha!)

I love my friends.
This Love
...takes risks.
...pursues.
...wets it's pants.
...puts itself out on the line.
...listens when it wants to give advice.
...forgives.
...waits.
...keeps on forgiving.

...laughs.(my sisters)

.
..sits in the driveway and cries.
...tells you when you have a boogie or a pantyline.
...talks on the phone for hours.
...blesses just because.
...blesses beyond offense.
...doesn't just listen, but hears.
...keeps no record of wrong.
...laughs until it tinkles a little.
...throws a party.
...drives to College Station, Louisiana, Houston, San Antonio.

...flies to Orlando, Montana and Kentucky (Some day soon Jo and Bethan!)(my Bethan...

This was the cutest picture I had.
Too bad I'm 7 1/2 month prego in it!! Bethan, we need more pictures together!!!)

...admits its faults.
...calls just to tell a funny story.
...falls apart and relies on others to help her pick up the pieces.

This love enjoys.
I enjoy you girls.
I love you.

Just thought I'd leave you with this one. I never thought I'd post a picture of my booty on my blog. Now, you tell me, who's who???

The famous Ach-girls

Amy, Kaye, Mary, and Me.
Four Sisters.
These are the famous Ach-GIRLS.
(My maiden name is Achgill hence the title "Ach-girls")

And we're about to spend FIVE days together!!
We're just gonna have a blast! I can't wait!

Vernon & Julie- aka Dad & Mom; Pops & Grammie
Amy
Matt & Mary & Chloe
Scott & Kaye & Grace & Baby "Question Mark"
Jon & Sally & Jude

9 adults, 3 babies.
All in ONE house.
Scary?
Yes.
Incredibly, Hilariously Fun?
Absolutely!

We're never silly.

Amazingly Amy is the only one not making a silly face in this photo
...cause it's usually the opposite!!

More updates to come!
We'll take lots of pictures so you can be in on the fun too...