Happy Birthday, Christian!

Wow! I can't believe that my little brother turned 15 last month! It seems like only yesterday he was linig up his toy cars and telling people he wants to be a tractor or a bishop when he grows up. He is getting his permit, and before I know it, he will be driving and dating. He has really grown into a great young man, and it is exciting to see glimpses of the man he is becoming.

Some things I love about Christian are:

1. His work ethic. He has really become a hard worker in the past few years, and he is a great help to the family.
2. How caring he is about others.
3. His love for learning and reading. I swear, he is going to find the cure for cancer some day or something. That kid is smart.
4. His goofy sense of humor.
5. How he is so willing to lend a helping hand.

Here are some pictures from his birthday get-together:

Andrew playing Paul's drums

Playing video games while waiting for everyone to show up

Andrew and Erik


I love this picture and wish it wasn't blurry. This was Christian's reaction when he opened up his present from mom and dad:

A laptop!

Our present to Christian:

Don't mind the writing. We found it on the side of the road on the way to the party. ;)
A triops aquarium thingy.

Personally, I think they look like big bugs, but Christian loves the critters.

His "lacrosse ball" cake.

Happy 15th, Christian. You are one awesome guy.