Acker Country Living: "Mama is the only one who will do!"

I'm pretty sure the title here is what runs through Susannah's mind 98% of the day. The other 2% is for when someone else gets her out of her crib (she generally calls for her Daddy to come get her) and if food or a bottle is being offered. (Note to self: teach Susannah that it is not wise to take candy from strangers.) Suffice it to say, she has become even more attached to me since I returned from my 5-day vacay last month -- not the reaction we were going for. I know I'll long for these days when she's a teenager and wants nothing to do with me, but for now, let's all pray that she learns to play happily with others when I'm not present from time to time. (Seriously, that's a for-real prayer request--please help a sista out!)

Baby Boy's name is going to be John Garrison Acker. We had this name picked out a looooong time ago, back when Susannah was supposed to be a boy. So needless to say, we are thrilled to actually get to use it this time around. John is the name of my late granddad on my dad's side, who was, well, an absolutely amazing man. He lived off the land, worked harder than anyone you've ever seen his entire life, led and loved his family well, and diligently served the Lord. Garrison is the name of Pete's late uncle "Gary" (Pops' brother), who died in a hunting accident at 24. much too soon for a someone who so greatly benefited his family and community; he was a 6th grade teacher, a devoted husband, a loyal brother and son -- a man of integrity. We hope that the legacy of the character these two men wore will carry on in the life of our son! We are taking suggestions on nicknames, but we've already grown fond of "John Boy" and "Johnny G"... We'll see what others arise!

And here's the fun stuff (video at the bottom!):