My Seester

Happy Birthday Ashley! Today I want to tell the world or maybe just the very few people that read my blog just how much and why we love Ashley.

• Of course the most obvious one is that Ashley is hilarious. She can always make me laugh! I've always appreciated her ability to bring humor into everyday situations. Back when I was eighteen I wrecked my parents car and it was a horrible horrible day. I felt really bad inside and I was really down. I then had a conversation with Ashley over the phone where she described how seeing my face hit the airbag in her imagination was super funny and she couldn't help but laugh. This made me laugh and reminded me that although sometimes crappy things happen there's always happiness to be found if we look for it. She's the only person that could make me laugh in that situation and her timing was perfect. There are so many more funny memories of Ashley, if you have any that come to your mind you should comment about it so we can all laugh with you! :)
  
• Some of the best moments I've had with Ashley are when we've had long talks. She is so easy to talk to and there are many times that I wish we had more time to talk. She is really good about trying to relate to my problems in order to help me through them. She's a good listener and she always gives heart felt advice out of love. I am so grateful that she takes the time to talk with me, whether its a fun/goofy conversation or a serious one. She's great!

• This might seem odd but I'm so glad that I have an athletic sister. We've had many fun times being active and playing ball together. I absolutely love playing slow pitch softball with her. This last season when there was a time I knew she couldn't be there for a game it made it way harder for me to want to go. She brings so much fun and excitement to playing ball. I also loved playing old lady basketball with her this last winter. We played really well together and I knew that she was backing me up every time on the court. There's just a really cool feeling knowing that my one and only big sister is watching out for me even in simple situations like city league sports. I've always felt watched after and cared for with her around.

• Another reason why we love Ashley so much is because of her ability to simplify life and to make every moment enjoyable, even if it's a little childish. I've had so many awesome times being childish and goofing off with her. I know that sounds funny but she knows what I'm talking about. One time we turned her treadmill on to full speed and we would take turns jumping onto it to see if we could sprint that fast in a split second. It was super scary, crazy, fun and maybe a bit painful haha but totally worth the laughs. I love the moments that I can act like a kid and still feel accepted for it. :)

• Ashley is very accepting of others as well. She has put a lot of effort into showing Brad that she cares for him as part of our family. When we have watched movies at their house she would go out and by treats for us and specifically mountain dew for Brad because she knows that he loves it. She is very thoughtful and kind. These acts of service have truly made Brad and I feel important to her. 

I feel like I could go on forever but I'll keep this to a reasonable length. :) I love you Ashley! Thanks so much for being a great big sister and for accepting Brad and I the way that we are. Not only are you and I sisters but we are also really good friends and I think that is a huge blessing. Thank you for always bringing a smile to my face and for helping me through difficult times. You truly are one of a kind and I thank Heavenly Father every single day for you! Happy Birthday Seester! ;) I hope your day goes fantastic, you deserve it!