3 May 2007

Hello my little princess... I'm actually not sure if I like that, I think you're quite a bit tougher (and prettier of course) than a princess. When I think of a princess I think Cinderella or something. I had never really thought of that fairy tale all that much but I think it kind of bothers me, or at least I could make it bother me if I thought about it long enough. What's her problem? "Oh no, I was rich but my father died so now I'll just let my step mother walk all over me." Heck no, why did she not verbally.. and possibly physically as well.. obliterate her and her stuck up step sisters. No way I would put up with that. So I guess to sum it up, here's what bothers me about the story, Cinderella is portrayed as a strong character who you're supposed to have pity for because she's treated so badly by her step sisters and step mother. Does nobody realize that Cinderella is an adult?!?! Why can she not mess them up and take what is rightfully her's or at least leave and go somewhere where she won't be treated like garbage? I have no pity for Cinderella, she's a weak character and would never survive in the real world.

In a positive light, I have now convinced myself that I do not in fact like the story of Cinderella, thus assuring in me that I will never have to waste my time reading it to you. But don't worry your sweet little heart, I'll read you other books that portray strong characters that stand up for themselves. We will start off with lighter reading material (and when I say reading material, I mean we will probably just watch a movie), such as The Incredibles and Shrek and then move onto a little more heavy stuff like Predator, Cliffhanger, The Matrix, and so forth. Love you.
Uncle Jonny

9 April 2007

Beautiful Magster,
It's been a while. I take full responsibility for neglecting my responsibilities to write. Things have been a little hectic lately. Since I last wrote, I have moved into Josh's house, decided to come back to Walla Walla, and dealt with some pretty heavy family stuff. One of those things (Walla Walla), nobody else really knows about yet I don't think so you are one of the first. Meilani is in Hawaii right now and I for some strange reason miss her quite a bit. Everybody has been pretty busy with all kinds of crazy stuff. Lanessa has recently started writing to you which I am very excited to see. Jeremy has a mohawk right now and is very proud to sport it in public. I don't have too much more. I know that I keep apologizing for not being consistent with writing, but I am sorry and I will try to do better. Love you and I'll talk to you later.
Uncle Jonny

26 March 2007

My little lady,
Good morning! I'm sitting here in work at 8:30 on monday morning. I'm actually half asleep. We were busy last night getting things for Uncle Josh's new house. I only got four hours of sleep and I have class in exactly thirteen minutes and I have to work another five hours this afternoon. Why am I whining so much? I'm almost starting to sound like Joseph. haha. Just kidding. I'm seeing an opportunity to shut things down at work at this very moment, I think I'm gonna take it so I'll have a chance of getting to class on time. We will talk later. Love you.
Uncle Jonny

MDL: 17 March 2007

The preliminary name has been set. Okay, okay, it's not offical and my sister-in-law/potential/future wife has forbid me from actually saying what the newest member of our families name is. All I can say is that her initials are "MDL." Also, I thought I would mention that I never realized how much of a significant role Mary Magdalena, or I mean Mary Magdaline, played in the Bible. Lately I have neglected my responsibilities with blogging and I do feel bad for that. However, I do have a legitimate explanation. I met this new guy I have been hanging out with at school named Terry DELUKA. Really great guy, very interesting name too. Anyways, I decided to bring in a guest blogger for you MDL. This is someone that I respect very very much and holds the reputation as probably one of the most famous and wisest people in the Pacific Northwest today. Please enjoy the guest blogger for today, Jeremy Long.

Alright, I'm gonna get right down to business. A lot of people in the family, well, namly Jonny have made periodic statements in the past about teaching the kid how to play basketball. But all I can say to that is "go ahead," yes, simply "go ahead," because to be honest, I'm not completely sure she's gonna want to play basketball. In which case Jonny will have no personal activity to participate in with MDL. Recently Josef (the supposed father of MDL) made a few comments on "selling" activities to participate in with MDL e.g. basketball, hiking, dirt-bike riding, bungie jumping, sky diving, hunting, fishing, eating candy with etc. etc. etc. and you know what, all I can say to that is genius... genius, why has nobody thought of this before?! But right now, yes right now, I reserve the right to teach Magda-- I mean MDL how to sew, sell candy (which i will be taking 100% profit), and lastly... How to tap dance (in which her father pays for the tap-dancing classes.) Those are just a few activities MDL and I will be spending a lot of time doing together (sewing wednesday thursday, selling candy on sunday, and tap-dancing on Monday, I will have to think of the rest later.) Until next time, I'm Uncle Jeremy, MDL's fearless leader and mentor (we're gonna have a good time little one.)

Uncle Jeremy often has wonderful, poignant, and most importantly, truthful things to say... and sometimes he makes some statements that couldn't be farther from the truth. For example, how he states that he is your "...fearless leader and mentor..." Oh Jeremy, what a cute little character.
Love you MDL,
Uncle Jonny

P.S. Anyone who wishes to discuss the nature of my future nieces name can come and talk with me...
P.P.S. I will pretend like I care what you have to say, when in reality I have no desire to listen.
P.P.P.S. Anyone who has a problem with the name choice of my future niece may go ahead and never associate with not only her but also our family in general because they have no authority in the matter.
P.P.P.P.S. Josef and Becca's name choice for my niece will be respected and not questioned. It will be talked about if and only if it involves commenting on their creative name choice.

23 February 2007

Chillin here with Uncle Jeremy, Auntie Lanessa, Uncle Josh, and Grandma. Wow, that's wierd to call my mom grandma. They drove up to Walla Walla for the weekend to watch our last basketball game. No Grandpa though, he is busily at home fixing some housing problems. Uncle Josh is feeling pretty sick and his back is really hurting him so he is already asleep on the floor. I really cannot believe that my season is over basically, I have some serious decisions to make in the coming weeks about next year. I almost wish that someone would hit me over the head and tell me what to do. I wish you were already here, you would listen and understand me. My eyes are beginning to droop over because my body is finally reacting from the tiresome week. I'm afraid I'll have to come back and finish up some of my thoughts later
Love you,
Uncle Jonny

15 February 2007

It's official!!!!
You are a little girl. I am going to have a niece! Truly, I could not be prouder. I know that I have been talking for the last couple months, making statements along the lines of, "It might be a boy," I really haven't said anything too bold, I have no problem admitting that I'm wrong, however. Right now I'm in the process of coming up with a list of names for mommy and daddy. The leading name up until now seems to be "Janella Joy," or JJ for short. I have also recently started a list of rules, or rather guidelines, for anyone wishing to associate themselves with you. These will most likely be handed out the most during your junior high to high school years. Hopefully by the time you hit college one of your uncles can be retired and become a full time bodyguard for you, or if you find this an unreasonable option, he will become a full time student... at the same college you're attending... With the same class schedule as yours. Basically, you will not be left alone... Ever... I'll write more later. I now have new material to discuss with you since things have changed somewhat. Love ya.
Uncle Jonny

5 February 2007

Hey there little buddy... or sweetheart possibly... So I spoke too soon I guess, Daddy had what we call a "brain fart" when he told me they knew you were a boy. It's actually one week from today that we find out your identity. I know I have made a lot of fairly bold statements about you being a boy, but in all seriousness. I would be just as proud if you were a girl. Whatever, I'm just excited to be an uncle. I wont lie, I am going to be a dominate uncle. I'm hoping through a multitude of gifts, or material possesions if you will, I will gain your respect to the point that you will call me your favorite uncle. Lately I have really been praying for guidance and wisdom with this whole basketball thing and the decision I will have to make about next year. Don't ever take for granted the power of prayer. There may come a point where your friends try to convince you that it's not really the "cool" thing to do. Don't bother your time with them. At all costs, avoid using God sparingly. I fall into this trap too much, failing to even aknowledge my need for Him at times but then asking him to bail me out when things get really bad. Always pray for God to lead. Everyone else will always let you down at times.. Even your mom.... Maybe... It's almost 11:15 pm and I still have two assignments to do. Until next time..
Peace and love,
Uncle Jonny