To My Sweet Boy

To My Sweet Boy,

Today is your birthday, and even though I tell you everyday, I want to say it again… I think you’re amazing. I don’t say that because I’m supposed to…. I say it because I mean it with my whole heart and soul. You inspire me, push me, empower me, and humble me… all at the same time. You inspire me to be more gracious, to fight for what I believe in… and to fight to believe in myself. By striving to be the person you wish to be in your everyday, you shine brightly amongst those around you and others notice. Your patience astounds me, your love makes life more beautiful, and I’m so thankful to have you by my side. You may not think you’re a world changer, but you ARE. You’ve changed mine.

I love you, Christopher.

“We all believe in God’s power to change the world through others; we just struggle to believe in His power to do it through us.” -Pete Greig

Here’s a shot from a recent Coffee House performance of  “Livin’ la Vida Loca”…. a la Chris.

And here’s one of my favorite shots of Christopher, taken by the famous Gavin and Erin…