Sunday, January 13, 2008

Happy 16th Birthday Austin!!




Today is our oldest son's 16th birthday. I can hardly believe it!! time goes by so quickly. It seems like just yesterday he was learning to walk, then ride a bike, then skate.....

We are so proud of the wonderful young man Austin has become. He has lots on his shoulders yet he deals with it with maturity and grace. He has lived with my parents since he was 12 to continue on his path to one day play professional hockey - his ultimate dream. Through all the adjustments he has done so well. Through all the scouting and scrutiny - especially this year - he has thrived and handled it with poise. On top of that all he has kept up his grade point and focused. We are so very proud!

Just an fyi - watch out because he will be getting his license in February or March!!!

We love you Austin - Happy 16th Birthday!!!

Pic 1 - Austin with his teammates at the Michigan vs Notre Dame football game. He is on the far right in the bottom. Pic2 - Austin playing with his brothers and friends in Michigan in August. Pic 3 - Austin comparing muscles with RJ

2 comments:

Sharon said...

Oh my gosh! 16! Happy Birthday to your son! Sounds like he gives you a lot to be proud of. :)

Marianne Elizabeth said...

Mary,
Happy 16th birthday to your son and what a wonderful thing you guys are doing to encourage his hockey career. Your post brought tears to my eyes...our oldest is 16 too and his birthday is January 14th:)
blessings to you and your family,
marianne