Sweet September

My brother had lived on this earth a mere 18 months before he outstretched his arms and wrapped them around his new baby sister.  Three years later, he cradled this sister with one arm and wrapped his other around his next little baby sister.  31 years later, those arms have remained outstretched to his sisters, his parents, his wife, his friends, and all those who have the pleasure of knowing him. 

While lounging on faded couches after a perfectly divine dinner 2 nights ago, we celebrated my brother's upcoming birthday.  We gazed upon the most gorgeous Pawley's Island sand and surf blanketed with nighttime darkness, and these words freely flowed from our mouths to describe Johnny...

genuine. dedicated. sweet. kind. father's pride. inspiring. 

On your birthday, and always, we are all so incredibly fortunate and lucky to know such a kind soul and raw artist.  Your dedication to creativity cannot be matched.  And, I have a feeling it's only the beginning! 

Happy Birthday to you.