Thursday, April 22, 2010

Happy Birthday to my Dad!



Today is my dad's birthday. He is an awesome dad! I couldn't have asked for better, growing up. As most of you know, my dad is a preacher and has been for all of my life. He always made his family the first priority and I never once felt neglected for church duties or church members. He coached my basketball team in junior high (somehow we both survived that experience), was the church choir director when I sang in choir, and of course was my pastor growing up. He was also never afraid of "girl talk". And having 3 daughters, he heard plenty of it while we were growing up.

Thanks Daddy for being so amazing. I couldn't ask for a better dad for myself or a better Pawpaw for my boys. Keith also loves you for the great person that you are as well as the father-in-law that he has. (Though he would never say that in person, so you probably won't hear that anytime soon. lol) We love you so much and hope you have a wonderful day!

Here are some pictures that I have on my computer to share:

A very short time after Garrett was born, still in the labor and delivery room.

When Garrett was 1 month old and my family had to evacuate from Hurricane Rita (when they still lived near the Gulf.)

Sharing his love for Indiana University basketball to the next generation.

About a week after Cooper was born. Pawpaw's first time to hold him.
My dad, his brother, and their dad. They're all goofy. :)

The last time we saw my parents was last Thanksgiving. Cooper was 5 months old. We'll see them again in June!! We can't wait!

1 comment:

Steve Bezner said...

Way to go, Pastor Mark!