Here's to the baby bump!

Which I should have in about 5 months.

I'm PREGNANT!!!

I'm so excited.. I found out this morning I was rolling in bed laughing so hard and smiling so big it brought tears of joy. It's still very early so please pray for a healthy happy baby!!

I dedicate this song to the pregnancy:
  • kernel
    Yay!!!! :-D
    by kernel at 09/01/10 7:50AM
  • missy
    Excited for you guys!
    by missy at 09/01/10 8:09AM
  • jansilee
    Congrats!!!! :)
    by jansilee at 09/01/10 8:42AM
  • monk
    happy happy happy for all three of you!
    by monk at 09/01/10 8:47AM
  • jen
    Congrats! That is wonderful!
    by jen at 09/01/10 10:18AM
  • cmdl
    So how far along are you?
    by cmdl at 09/01/10 10:42AM
  • frances
    Thats great!!! Corban and Chloe will certainly enjoy another cousin!!
    by frances at 09/01/10 12:06PM
  • sherelyn
    Great news!!
    by sherelyn at 09/01/10 1:16PM
  • bigdeborah
    SO happy for y'all! I'll be praying for a healthy pregnancy and baby. It's such a fun and exciting time!
    by bigdeborah at 09/01/10 3:59PM
  • anne
    Goody, goody, goody!
    by anne at 09/04/10 11:51AM

Amazing how the laughter of a child makes your soul smile...

Corban Laughing



Chloe Laughing

  • darleen21
    Its contagious! I love it!
    by darleen21 at 08/27/10 2:56PM
  • sherelyn
    Makes you smile right along with them!! Sweet kiddoes!!
    by sherelyn at 08/27/10 4:48PM
  • cmdl
    Yup! I love it, it's the best. :D
    by cmdl at 08/27/10 7:01PM

"No matter how your yesterday is read, the rest of your story is yet UNWRITTEN"

I've recently been working with a client with his graphic, photo, and web work to help him start his own t-shirt company. The company is Unwritten and his designs are inspired by mainly his 1 year old son. The designs are centered around children and giving them a balanced life of hope and love. A portion of the proceeds will be given organizations in the Houston area to help children in need of adoption, food, clothing, education, and more.

Check out the designs: http://www.unwrittenpage.com. Show your support with a purchase of your favorite! Ships anywhere.

A recent campaign that was begun is called "Letters to our Children"It is meant to remind us on the 25th of each month to take the time to write your children a hand written letter.

Read about the campaign
I'm definitely going to be participating, I think it's a great reminder for us and something that the children in our lives can physically hold onto and remember. Even if you have a child that cant read, write your thoughts to them for them to read when they are older. Or if you have no kids, write a child who might need some encouragement.. or to a nephew or niece or grandchild.

So put it on your calendar. August 25th! and the months to follow. Get out your pen, your paper, and your heart!Share your letter on the blog either a picture or type an excerpt. Let us know you participated so we can spread the word!

  • benaiah
    I've been writing to my children since I was 12 or 13. I quit about four years ago and started writing letter to Katie and Kiley for when they're older. I'm not their mother but I think they'd like to know what went on during a time they can't remember and what not. Children are so precious.
    by benaiah at 08/23/10 1:30PM

I Love Being a Part of This Family! :)

Married to my best friend for 5 years now! I like how Anna Marie says "half a decade". :)


The Shipley's 30 year celebration:
  • bacon_bits
    Love your five year video! :-)
    by bacon_bits at 08/09/10 11:47AM
  • sherelyn
    What sweet memories for you all!! Happy 5th Anniversary to you and Ryan and happy 30th to Randy and Carla!! Hope there are many more to come!!
    by sherelyn at 08/09/10 2:05PM
  • cmdl
    Fun! I've always loved making videos. :)
    by cmdl at 08/09/10 3:51PM
  • monk
    that was so kool.
    it made me smile.
    by monk at 08/09/10 5:58PM
  • ambie_06
    Sweet videos! Happy Anniversaries to all of you! :)
    by ambie_06 at 08/09/10 8:09PM
  • frances
    May all four of you have many more Happy Anniversaries!
    by frances at 08/09/10 10:08PM
  • a_shipley
    thanks everyone! :)
    by a_shipley at 08/11/10 1:12PM

I Love You!

Corban told me "I Love You" for the first time on his own!!! It was priceless. I always tell him I love him. But we were driving in the car and out of no where he told me he loved me too! I got him to say it again so I could get it on video. After I quit recording I gave Ryan a kiss on the cheek and said I love Ryan too! And corban said.. 'that was sweet of you!'

  • darleen21
    Amy, what a sweet bond you and Corban have. My oldest neice (she's 9 now), I kept her the first year of her life and we have priceless moments like this that just thrill me!
    by darleen21 at 08/02/10 9:50PM
  • cmdl
    Aw, that's the best moment! I definitely remember when Lila first said that to me, well and Lainey, but Lila was first. ;) I love the auntie bond, it's so fun! Corban is such a cute little boy! I love reading all the stories and videos and everything of him!
    by cmdl at 08/02/10 9:56PM
  • frances
    What sweet words from a very sweet little boy.
    by frances at 08/02/10 9:56PM
  • littlebitty624
    Aww, that's adorable!! And you got it on video! :o)
    by littlebitty624 at 08/03/10 9:29AM
  • benaiah
    I love children. Not a big fan of people, but I do love children. They are so incredible
    by benaiah at 08/03/10 9:46AM
  • cmdl
    ^HA, that comment was hilarious.
    by cmdl at 08/03/10 12:38PM
  • sherelyn
    That was sweet of Corban and you. :)
    by sherelyn at 08/03/10 2:34PM
  • a_shipley
    Thanks for the comments guys, Corban is a very special boy! :)
    by a_shipley at 08/04/10 10:08AM