Baby Bro Turns 16

Today is my baby brother's 16th birthday. They grow up so fast—in his case, well over 6 feet 6 inches, and still growing! When I visited home in May I barely skimmed his shoulders.

One of the hard things about being away is watching from afar as he matures into a young man, missing milestones such as birthdays or his first date, which happened a week after I left. Awwww.

He took her to the movies. They saw The Strangers. Later when I called to snoop he said he thought she had a good time, but he wasn't sure about what to do next. "Where should I take her now?" Could my little bro actually provide me insight into the inner thoughts of men?

He drives us all batty with his lackadaisical approach to homework, but he's a sweetie and a terrific kid.

Happy 16th Tobi.
We love you.
Do your homework and watch out for those low entryways.