Today is my father and nephew’s birthday.  My father is 75 and my nephew is 25.  There is going to be a big celebration in South Carolina for my father; I couldn’t make the trip due to my recent move.  While not there physically, I will be there in spirit and I hope to see both of them really soon.

I was 13 when my nephew was born and we have been tight ever since.  Some would say I’m a father figure to him, I would probably say we are more like brothers, but either way we are tight.  He is one of the people in my life who get, and ask for, my raw opinion.  Happy birthday buddy.

I cannot imagine what it is like to be born in 1934 – my father always has stories to tell and things he remembers.  As his youngest child, I’ve seen some of the things he’s gone through for more than half of his life.  He has done things his way with honor and integrity.  Happy birthday Daddy!