Happy birthday Nicholas!!

Today is your THIRTIETH birthday. Thirty. Man, you are OLD. But you know what, you have achieved some remarkable things these past thirty years. Sure, you've had your troubles - some that aren't over yet - but I think you are stronger because of it.

Thank you for being my big brother. I may be biased, but I think you've done a fabulous job. You protected me from all the bad things that went bump in the night when I was a kid - even from the monsters that you made up to scare us. I know now that there is no such thing as a wall rat. But even still, you kept me safe from it. You have shown be the importance of working hard and not being discouraged when things don't go the way I want them to go. And, I am pretty positive that you taught me every swear word that I know. You are currently about two hours away but I have no doubt that if I needed you, you would be here. In an hour and a half. You have made a special mark on everyone that has had the privilege of knowing you and I am honored to be your sister.



I pray that the next thirty years be filled with love, happiness, and success. I know they will be. Next year, you will marry the love of your life. Soon, you'll have that degree and we'll stop pestering you. Then, you'll reach that bar you've set for yourself in your career and be set for life. I know that you will succeed in every aspect of your life as long as keep the same determination and focus that you have now. After all, you and I, dear brother, are the more equal pigs.