Wednesday, November 14, 2012

this little guy is 15...

dang, he was cute then! he's still cute now...

not just from the front, but even from the side...


and, dare i say, the back...

but none of those are his best side. 
his best "side" is his heart. 
this teenager is thoughtful, respectful, 
responsible, and kind. 
not perfect, but perfectly delightful.
then and now. outside and inside, i love this kid. 
he holds my heart in his hands...

the hands that he uses to shave. 
the hands that can now turn a steering wheel. 
his 15 year old "man hands". 
and man, do i feel old.
happy birthday, tatertot.

and on this day, we remember my mommy too
since she and tate were birthday buddies...
we miss you, gunga.

1 comment:

Christina said...

I'm doing a little catch up...I hope he had a special day. He does look like such a young man!!
I can only imagine how you miss the celebrating together with your mom...I hope (and know) you have joy in the memories.