When I was 13 years old,
my Mom and Dad brought a new
baby brother home.
Since that day,
he's been "my" guy.
I watched Rick grow up,
and take on the responsibilities of a man.
I have seen him face many of life's most
difficult challenges with grace and strength.
Rick is a career Navy man and as a result,
has had to be separated from his family
for long stretches.
Even now, he and his sweet wife, Terry
are preparing for a three year tour of duty
in Germany.
(By the way, Terry has an incredible shop on
Etsy, Washington DC Chic.)
Some of my best memories are of times spent with Rick.
We share a love of movies, books, and cooking,
So, here's to you, Rick, the best man I know.
The other thing I know is that having you in
my life is one of the things that makes
my life sweeter.
Love ya!
Happy Birthday!
10 comments:
Happy Birthday to your brother, Rick!! And, please pass on to him and his wife how deeply their service and sacrifice is appreciated. blessings ~ tanna
Is the baby "bother" a Freudian slip? Cute!
No Dawn, not a Freudian slip, just a matter of my brain working faster than my fingers. I need a good editor like you! Thanks!
Susan
He's a keeper! Happy Birthday Rick.
Happy BIrthday to your sweet brother.
Here's to "baby" brothers!! Happy Birthday, Rick! I, too, have a younger brother who I adore. Aren't we lucky?!!
xo Elizabeth
What a lovely post about your brother. Happy bday too!
He's got such a sweet, engaging smile.
Brenda
My thanks to him for his service to our country. And just think--I'll bet you get an invitation to visit him while he's in Germany!
Happy Birthday Rick! Love the photo - it just makes me smile!
xo Cathy
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