Monday, July 03, 2006

July 4 2005

When I was thinking about what to write for the 4th of July, I realized that Terry was home on leave from training that weekend. We celebrated Gabe's birthday early, went to an amusement park and stayed inside for the fireworks. Actually that was our last night. He had to leave the next morning and we knew we wouldn't see each other until he was home on leave from Iraq. It was very emotional, but not as much as when he left back to Iraq seven months later.

So here we are full circle. Compare photos of the boys from then to now.


Ash Then (mohawk afro)

Ash Now (total 'fro and rooting for England)



Gabe then (somewhat toothless)


Gabe now (still somewhat toothless!)

And me? Well I look fabulously the same of course


July 2005

July 2006

6 comments:

Jess Riley said...

I love the "Last year, this year" photo idea! I do believe you win the "Most photogenic / attractive family of the year" award. :-)

Silver said...

I concur with Jess on this. Fantastic pictures!

Nicole said...

Diddo! Just think of how many more great pics you're going to have after your hubby gets home!

Anonymous said...

Happy (belated) 4th! Glad you're all together again.

Just read about your awesome White House adventure - you deserve it!

Anonymous said...

He's not home yet :) Those are pictures from last year.

julie anna said...

LOL. Love the pics. Looks like YOU have been having some fun :)