Wow. . .you must really be important that the Prez is begging for your return!  Nice pics on here.  Hang in there, Ash.. . after the holidays, things will be much easier.  Trust me??   Have a great vacation in Australia and think of me when you see a gorgeous man down under with that hot accent.   shhhhh. . .don't tell Troy I said that.

Wanted to tell you two that the U.S. needs you back and now!  Since you left the democrats have gotten the House back!  Dawgone it, Gagels, I need ya!  This is your President speaking!!  Come home and come now!  This crisis is bigger than the three of us!  Red states went BLUE!!!  What the?!?!  Emergency evacuation to be in effect immediately!   

Hey there Ashley and Jonathan!  It is 10:30 on a Wednesday night and I have all the kids in the bed and just finished looking at all of your pictures.  They are great.  The hiking pics were pretty awesome.  Ashley, you cleaning your own fish, I am amazed.  Sounds like you all are keeping busy and trying lots of interesting things.  I am glad you both are doing well.  Can't wait to see more exciting pics and here more about your time in Japan.  Take care and we will be praying for ya!  See you soon!

Candace