On Friday, Sept 4, Robbie celebrated his 40th Birthday. We couldn't just let it slide by, so the girls and I (with the help of friends Mandy and Val) organized a surprise birthday party for him. We even pulled it off! Had a fabulous turn out too, which surprised me for a holiday weekend!
GOTCHA!!!
Uncle "Wobbie" with Amelia
Robbie's aunts, sister, niece, dad & daughters!
Tina, Robbie and DadThen on Monday, Labor Day, we celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary. I can truthfully say that we've been blessed with a wonderful marriage. Yes, we've had our ups and downs, but that is what has made us have a stronger marriage. I married an amazing guy and am truly blessed. He's the most unselfish person I know, he cares more for others needs then his own. So many people are selfish and only care for themselves, not caring who they hurt in the meantime. These people give up and don't want to work at a marriage. It takes a lot of work, patience and love. Just like many things in life. Cripes, I know people who have been married 4 times and probably haven't made it to 18yrs between all 4!!! 
Robyn had these FABULOUS shirts made up for us, she designed them!
Robyn had these FABULOUS shirts made up for us, she designed them!
Robyn and Elizabeth also made a fabulous video for us. Robyn really is creative. We've tried to post it, but having technical difficulties. If you're a friend of mine on Facebook, you can see it there. Lots of thought and hard work went into it and its absolutely terrific. Yes, it even made me cry!
Later in the day we went to my Sissy's house for a cook-out to celebrate my nieces 18th birthday. She had a full house of true family (Marks family has accepted her and her brothers into their family as one of their own) and friends who love, respect and support her as she enters "adulthood". The food was great, the gifts were fantastic, I wanted to sneak a few things home with me, and we had a great time.
Tiz and Ashy with the plaque Tiz made for her dorm room
Tiz and Ashy with the plaque Tiz made for her dorm room
Buddy snuggling with his adoptive "mum"
FINALLY, I wish to bid farewell to our "Texan" family. Louise and Sarah (aka Thelma & Louise) come and visit every other year. They bring their motorhome and park it in my mums "backyard" for 3 months during the summer. These ladies have become family over the years, as well as their family in Texas. Its so true that Texans are the friendliest people around. We love these guys so much, and will miss them terribly. But we always know they are just a phone call and plane ride away. Wishing Louise, Sarah, Joe and Freda a wonderful winter and be careful, because one day we will take you up on your Thanksgiving invitation!!
FINALLY, I wish to bid farewell to our "Texan" family. Louise and Sarah (aka Thelma & Louise) come and visit every other year. They bring their motorhome and park it in my mums "backyard" for 3 months during the summer. These ladies have become family over the years, as well as their family in Texas. Its so true that Texans are the friendliest people around. We love these guys so much, and will miss them terribly. But we always know they are just a phone call and plane ride away. Wishing Louise, Sarah, Joe and Freda a wonderful winter and be careful, because one day we will take you up on your Thanksgiving invitation!!
So, that's it for our crazy first week in September!! I didn't even get to mention the field hockey games!!
Until next time.......................
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How did you ever find the time to even post? You all have had a whirlwind week to say the least. I agree that Robbie was truly surprised, he was beaming when he stepped through the door. A very nice evening. I don't think there is another guy like him, he has amazed us all over the years with his dedication to his girls and to his community. As for celebrating 18 years, you two have always been a model of a wonderful marriage. Your girls have wonderful role models! Your marriage was one I envied for years and now I have one myself! I guess we got the two best guys in the world! Ashton and I looked at the video, talk about tears! Robyn did a wonderful job and Tiz's narration was the best! Robyn was sooo tickled with the shirts. The girls looked very snazzy for their first days of school. And of course, THE birthday of the year party was a huge success. I think the guests were the most people we have had in our home since we became a new family! Its great that we have blended two families into one big happy time when we all get together. Mom and I are in the "talking stage" of planning a Texas trip! The more the merrier!
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