Happy Birthdays!

Some pretty special people are having birthdays today!  Just wanted to give shout outs!

Dave (my stepdad) and also known as Papa! - He married my mom right before my 6th grade year.  What an age, right?!  We moved from Edmond to Broken Arrow and I was starting a new school.... lots of changes.  Although at the time I was unsure about all of it, it proved to be one of the best decisions my mom has made.  I love Dave.  He's my very good friend and someone that I constantly depend on.  He LOVES MollyPop.  He sent me pink balloons on the day of my ultrasound because he wanted a granddaughter so bad.  He's been there through thick and thin with me.  He encourages me to follow my dreams.  He sees the best in me.  He always wants us to come visit.  He's so good to my mom.  He sits in the floor and plays with Mollypop for hours.  He's quiet, strong, loyal, and fair.  He supports Joel and me in our decisions.  He opened his home to all my crazy friends... and wanted us to stay and have popcorn and movie night instead of going out.  He gives me advice without intruding.  He fixes my car.  His back porch is one of the most inviting places to sit and relax.  He takes us on Jeep rides to go get ice cream.  He taught me to work hard.  He's the best dogsitter I know.  He held my newborn in the wee hours of the morning so I could get some sleep.  He's a family man.  He grills the best steak.  He takes Mollypop and me on lunch dates.  He would do anything for my family.   He loves us.

Nan (my aunt- my mom's younger sister).  Also called NeNe.  And also called Lori (her real name, although I've never called her that in my life).  She is fun.  She is strong.  She cares for her family.  She is one of the most selfless people I know.  She is creative and crafty.  She's an awesome great-aunt to MollyPop and DrakeMan.  She loves God.  She sends us care packages.  She's a hard worker.  She's going to be a wonderful Grandma in December.  She always tells me I'm tall and skinny (lol).  She decorated my wedding and did the flowers.  She's thoughtful.  She lived with boys and still loves blingy stuff.  She would do anything for her family and friends.  MollyPop and I look forward to seeing her when we are in Coffeyville.  She's one of the reasons we love that place so much!

Happy Birthday!  I love you.

Love, Jen