Now Ana, wow, I dont think the blog is going to be long enough to express what an AMAZING individual and character she is. She has a beautiful halo surrounding her. Her mother I know is definatley part of her thriving spirit. She is creative, passionate, hold her stance so gracefully. Alex and Ana....thats definately chemical love.

At the end of the shoot, she reminded me of the advice I gave her, when I told her that I was worried about not being here for my children when they grow up. She said "you are what you think". Why are you worried honey...YOU told me that. Kisses Ana.

My favorite

Second favorite.

John, Johnie, JT, Senior........no pun intended. HEHE...snicker. So the big 5 0 comes racing towards you and I bet mortality slapped you in the face my dear brother. You have gained more wisdom though, and every one of your gray hairs is very well earned. I thought I would share some memories of us and what I remember of you and as a brother.

1) I was told by mom that the day I was brought home, and that night, after the mutt you had took a dump underneath my crib, that mom woke up and went into my nursery. She found you rocking me. Although, I dont remember that, I think how precious that memory of mom telling me that you had done that.

2) I remember, when you and "whats her name" got into a wreck, and everybody was sitting in the living room, and you and "whats her name" was crying, cause dad was laying it in on you. I dont know what happened....okay probably not a good memory.

3) I remember, how much of a spoiled little girl I was, and you always were the responsible one and helped mom out with my attitude adjustment. Thats a good one...haha.

4) I remember the day mom decorated your apartment door with condoms on your birthday. I remember I had to unwrap them, and I asked what they were, and mom just said open them and help me.

5) I remember all the pike parties that we had and I was always the gofer of liquor. Mom would say, as she cut watermelons and holes in them, go get the clear bottle with the red and white label called S T O L I.

6) I remember the day you met Ginny, and you told me how wonderful she was, and that she had some big jugs. What is it with you men and breasts. Yes Ginny, thats is verbatim exactly what he said. But he made hand gestures with the jugs comment.

7) I remember your face when Hailey was born, you teared, and I teared. Amazing when you have your first born. Then you get home from the hospital and say...now what do I do. Oh crap....was there a user manual that we got along with the 5K bill.

8) I see how much delight you get out of working, and building beautiful bathrooms, and kitchens. You take such pride in your work. So responsible. I am glad you take enjoyment out of it.

9) I remember the day you took me to the movies, and snuck beer in. Then after the movie, you did not see the median and well....we had a little curbage. And the beast...I remember when you drove me and mom around with a wrench as a steering wheel. You are the Master of rigging. You name it, it can be done. Amazing things you can shall I say "Johnny fix".

10) I sadly remember the day we drove from the hospital in the Beast after mom died. I dont think too much was said. I do know that you were with her when she passed, and I think that was such a perfect ending for our moms heart. That her first born held her. And I know John that she is so proud of you and so many ways she cant express right now. She would say, you got your act together and made something of yourself. And you have a wonderful family that you work hard for, and are incredibly responsible. '

Just some tidbits.....of memories....that I hold close to my heart. But most of all, I look up to you for your strength and mental maturity. As my Ian and Levi grow up, I know they will think the same thing too, cause this is what I tell them about you.

I love you so much JT.

Love, Erika

After all those years in between, you still dressed the same. Oh how I remember the pastel 80s.

A tiring sunday. The body gets older and trying to keep up with the each day with more energy. I have not even reached my fourties yet. I need a lifestyle change.