Happy Anniversary Baby!

Husband,

Looks like a woman in love right? I thought so too, but - the lovie dovies keep growing! I love you more today than I ever thought possible, because of you my life is full, you are an amazing man (and the best husband in the world), I am so lucky to have found you. 2008 has taught me alot, alot about myself, my strengths and weaknesses - I missed my best friend, but I know that the time apart has only strengthened us. The year has flown by... I feel so blessed to be surrounded by such caring individuals but long for the day when you are safe in my arms. I can't wait to talk to you and hear about the adventures you've been on. Come home soon,

Wife

Happy 1st

Ford:
Happy 1st year!!! Not absolutely sure of what I should or shouldn't post/say so I figure you will know what I'm trying to convey.

Love,
Aunt Carla

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Ford:
Happy 2009 to you and your team. Thank you all for what you do and know it does not go unnoticed.

I'm so happy your mom got to spend Christmas in Washington. Worried she wouldn't be able to get in because of the snow there but her guardian angel was with her and it happened. As I get older I reflect more on family and spending quality time with family. I'm thinking there should be no more Christmas' without the family together. Most of all I think of Gramma (mom, GG) and how wonderful it would be for her to have her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with her at the holidays. She's always put 'us' first so I'm thinking it's time for her to be first. She won't fly anymore so we'll just have to put her in a car and drive her. My BIGGEST hope is for you to be with the family at the holidays.

I haven't had the opportunity to speak with Miss Kate. Left some messages and your mom says she is doing amazingly well. That's a rough surgery. Takes a strong person to do it. You absolutely have a winner in Katie girl. We love her Ford.

I'm spending New Year's Eve here at the main detention facility. Hopefully things won't get too busy until after midnight. I'll leave (hopefully) at 2330 (we have pea soup fog so I'll be driving it that) and make it home before all of the drunks hit the road.

Again, Happy New Year to you, the team, family and all those reading the blog. Stay safe Ford and come home soon.

Love,

Aunt Carla

Christmas in Washington

Fordo.. Your dad is awesome! He not only got me a sparkly ring and beading desk..He also surprised me with a plane ticket to spend christmas with Blayne, Shanna, Tehya, Beau, Jill,Paul and of course the amazing Kate. It would have been perfect if you, pops, GG, Aunt Carla, Uncle Stosh, and Aunt Sharon were there. One of these days we need to make that happen..Also need Gramma Treva. I enjoyed the trip very much. I got to see Beau wrestle and watch princess Tehya get sooo excited about Santa! She came in to wake me up yelling "Mauggie, Santa came, he brought me a beautiful dress and toys..come see." She woke Shanna up at 3:00AM because she was sure she heard Santa wiggling his sack. She is amazing! We missed you every minute. Your brother toasted you and your team at dinner. I hadn't spent any time with Lexie and grew to love her. She is a precious little dog. I enjoyed Baylor too. He slept with me and is a snuggler! I like how he just kind of falls on you. Kate was doing really well. I had no idea how invasive her surgery was. WOW! she will set off all the alarms in the airport!! She was such a trooper, sucking on Gatorade while we ate steak and prawns! I offered to put some through the food processor,but she politely declined! I doubt that pureed prawns would be very appetizing so she was probably wise! I also got to visit with and enjoy ME. I am thankful that she could be there for Kate. She's a neat lady..but you already knew that. I enjoy all the blogs and the photo's you post.I have a difficult time with the handle bar mustache though. You look a bit sinister! I can not wait to see you sweet boy. I love you very much but you knew that too! Mom

Hey Brother

I got off work at 5:00, snatched Beau up, and headed to your house.

I cooked dinner for our mom, Katie's mom, and BeauBeau. Your kitchen is SICK. I'm a little jealous, but it gave me some good ideas. It's a very warm/open space, perfect for get-togethers. Katie did an awesome job, I'm pretty sure you are going to like it.

We all shared funny stories, mostly about you. Its much easier to make fun of you when you aren't here.

I'm looking forward to having you around Forder. I appreciate you and love you very much.

I'm very blessed to have you in my life.

Peace

blayner

Merry Christmas!

Ford: The picture you sent is super. Just so you know, I picked you out right away. Wish you were home but I do understand the important job you and the team are doing. Thank you all again for keeping folks like me SAFE!!!

Katie: Hope you are doing well and your Christmas was good. Really glad your mom is with you. Merry Christmas M.E. Uncle Stosh is going to hook up the web cam for me this weekend. I'm working today (joy of being a nurse) and tomorrow so can't do it until then. Thank you so much for this wonderful gift.

To all of my family, near and far: Merry Christmas and I love you all.

Aunt Carla

Excellent Pic

Thanks Fordo,

Good to know you guys are in good spirits! We miss you and wish that you were here but know that isn't "the way things work". Thank all your men for me... for the sacrifices they make to make this nation what it is. I love you Nephew!

Happy Holidays,
Uncle Stosh

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM IRAQ

Here's wishing everyone a Happy Holiday season! Love to all!

Mele Kalikimaka!

Forder.

Hope you have a peaceful Christmas. Zimmy and Uncle Greg...Happy Hannukah!....Dad...Happpy Kwanszaa!!

.....I'm looking forward to seeing you soon

blayner

Mele Kalikimaka!