"If you want to keep your memories, you first have to live them." - Bob Dylan
My brother Dan's birthday was on May 28. He turned 63. Yesterday, we had a BBQ party to celebrate. I cannot believe I have a brother who is 63 years young, let alone he can't believe he IS 63 in age. Above is a photo of Danny and my Mother (who is 88, and everybit as nice).
We ate delicious food, and had yummy cupcakes for dessert. As always, we had our tradition of hands around the table, wishing Dan a Happy Birthday. It was his turn to wear the crown.
It seems like yesterday when I was a teenager, and Danny (being thirteen years older than me), was giving me sound advice about going to parties and what to do if illegal substances were brought to the table. He was right about everything he said. I listened to him, and would always leave that kind of situation. My friends and I talked to him about many different topics, and he always had a way of making us laugh with his funny sense of humor.
Happy Birthday Danny, you are a really nice guy!
We ate delicious food, and had yummy cupcakes for dessert. As always, we had our tradition of hands around the table, wishing Dan a Happy Birthday. It was his turn to wear the crown.
It seems like yesterday when I was a teenager, and Danny (being thirteen years older than me), was giving me sound advice about going to parties and what to do if illegal substances were brought to the table. He was right about everything he said. I listened to him, and would always leave that kind of situation. My friends and I talked to him about many different topics, and he always had a way of making us laugh with his funny sense of humor.
Happy Birthday Danny, you are a really nice guy!
What a beautiful photo of your Mom and brother...it made me smile..you can feel the warmth and love! Happy Birthday to Danny! Today is my brother's birthday!
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kissy!
Happy Birthday to your brother! He certainly doesn't look his age, but neither does your mother. It sounds like a wonderful party!
ReplyDeleteGreat to have a special brother! Enjoyed seeing the photos of your family -- happy birthday to Dan!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to have them both and share memories an qualitytime celebrating. Congratulations, big brother.
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Happy Birthday Dan! Sounds like a fun-filled weekend! You're a thoughtful sister.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Danny! I also wanted an older brother. Danny sounds like a great one.
ReplyDeleteOn behalf of my brother, thank you!
ReplyDeleteWow, really sweet!
ReplyDeleteOhw, Happy Birthday wishes from me as well.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Danny! I love the priceless photo of him and your mom. How sweet. Oh... I love birthdays! xoxo
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice tribute to your brother. I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters and living far away makes me miss them more! We always have fun and stand in awe of our parents who raised us with unconditional love and kindness!
ReplyDeleteHappy b-day Danny boy! Your Mom looks wonderful!
Happy (belated!) birthday to Danny! :-) From the photo, clearly you have good genes!
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