Happy Birthday Patrick!

Today is my nephew Patrick's 17th birthday. He is also my Godson, which means many things, but one thing is that he still gets presents from me. He has learned over the years that these presents are often late. This year will be no exception! One of the other things about him being my Godson is that I get bragging rights above and beyond normal Aunt status. So, let me brag a bit:

- Patrick has earned a full ride academic scholarship for engineering. He'll attend Lansing Community College in 2008 for 2 years then transfer to Michigan State University for the remaining 2 years, graduating with an engineering degree of his choice.

- Not only is he smart, he's handsome too. Just look at the pix below.

- And, last but not least, he's NOT a nerd. Among his many athletic talents, he is an excellent golfer who got his second hole-in-one before his 13th birthday!

- If any of you out there know of a young lady that is worthy of Patrick's hand in marriage once he graduates from college, my finders fees are accepted via cash or money orders. (Another perk of being his God-mama!)


Big 'Sis Helen, Patrick & his Junior Prom date.


Patrick, his prom date and his friends.
(Kinda looks like each guy has 2 dates, doesn't it??)