18

​18.  Can I just say that I'm not too happy about Austin not being here for his 18th birthday!  It really sucks!  OK, I got that out of the way.  Turning 18 is not suppose to be like this.  We had many more plans.  Of course, Austin did NOT want a party for this or graduation.  So, his birthday comes no matter what.  He's not here.  We are.  So, we remembered and honored Austin.

Bitterstweet.  You know the bitter part.  Here's the sweet part:
- Friends giving us a photo album with many pictures and letters. (come see it anytime!)
- Playing some fun tennis in Austin's honor. (Suz and I won!)
- Enjoying some buntinis with all our favorite Wranglers at school. (I never tire of the Wranglers or buntinis)
- Chowing on some Cane's chicken with senior Wrangler moms. (even though Javar says Bubba's is better)
- Visiting Austin with the family at Sparkman-Hillcrest (all five of us together for a few minutes)(marker coming soon!).
- Hanging at the Breedloves with community and Austin's friends. (best party favor...the air fresheners Austin had in his car!)
- The love we share with all of you...for Austin and each other!!!

Coming home, looking at some photos (turning 17 below), a short cry, then off to bed.  We never stop missing Austin continually. Always thankful for every moment we were with Austin.

"I thank my God every time I remember you." Phil 1:3