My Baby Boy Turns 34????

This is Brad and he's 34!!

See this charming smile? It belongs to my second son and

it pretty much sums up what he is all about. Brad is happy!

He is optimistic and positive and without guile. And he pretty

much came that way. He believes the best about everyone

and he wants only the best for everyone. The only time you don't

see that smile is when he is feeling sad for someone or something

else...even if it's a dog (Duke is a case in point). And he has been

a blessing in my life beyond measure. Upon my return from

St. George, we were able to celebrate Brad's 34th Birthday.

I know...hard to believe!

Brad is an outstanding father. He had to wait longer

than he would have liked to step into that role, but

it's no surprise to any of us that he is beloved by his

girls. And the feeling is ever so mutual!

Poppy and Grandpa joined in the celebration.

Grandpa is making some major in-roads with the

"under 2" group in the family. Both Bella and Poppy

have come to enjoy a little snuggle from Papa Mike.

Vanessa made this amazing Tres Leche cake for

the party with blueberry trimming....YUMMMY!

Here's the group that celebrated together. The Gregory's were

still in California and were missed, but Brad is always worthy of

celebration! Thanks, Brad, for choosing to come to our

family and for choosing to stay so connected with us all.

We are all better people for having you in our lives.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SON!!

XOXOXO