Happy Birthday, Babe!

Wow, 34. It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating your 21st--or should I say you were celebrating followed by a drunken stop at my dorm room. Who'd have guessed 13 years later, we'd be where we are? We've had quite a ride, moving from a wicked awesome bmx bike to a ride pimped out with spinners that don't spin; living life 4 hours apart as a newly married couple to a life separated by an ocean to finally living together an ocean beyond our comfort; life as a couple to life as a family with 2 beautiful children; life as an associates degree holder to life with an MBA. We are truly blessed. You are an amazing Daddy. The girls love you like no other. All that you do and all that you are, makes us forever proud. You have come so far and achieved so much, we look forward to continuing the ride along side you. We look forward to pushing you, encouraging you, and cheering for you each and everyday. We love you! Happy "34rd" birthday, Chris and let me conclude with "only in Korea--the land of the not-quite-right." ;)

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Jessica said…

I will never forget that bmx bike or when you were on the search to find me a boyfriend. "Jessica, he drives a really nice car!" You forget the part about him being a complete LOSER!Ha ha those were the good ole days! You've come along way! Just don't forget I had my MASTERS first!! We love you guys, PLEASE move closer! Oh and I still need a thank you from you for letting you share one of my best friends. HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS!

Love ya,
J

April 28, 2011 at 11:41 PM

Kara said…

J--you are such a hater. Jessica Dunkley had such a nice ring to it. THe guy did have a great vehicle and he wasn't THAT bad!! Really. We weren't sure what you we'd be able to get for you. ;) He was no Nate, that's for sure.

Chris has come a long way...all thanks to me, right babe? ;) That debt will never be repaid. ha.

April 29, 2011 at 9:17 AM

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