happy birthday nan...a day late;'

Nan, I just want to say that I DID remember your birthday yesterday. And every time I remembered, did I pick up the phone to call you? No. No, I didn't. I am a tool.

My friends, yesterday was Nan's birthday. She was going to do something fun for herself, but I'll let her tell you about it. Anyway, I just want to tell you how awesome my friend Nan is.

Nan and I go way back, but not quite as far as my other friend Mrs. Noonzie, who you'll meet soon. Nan and I went to college together. Here's a few pics to prove it in case you don't believe me.

1995 - look how young we look!

1996

1997 - Nan restrings a guitar for the first time. Her Manly Man can play very well, but Nan doesn't play. This is false advertising.

August 5, 2008 (three days ago). Look where we are. Mmm Hmmm. I asked them if they sold frappucinos intraveinously, but unfortunately they don't. Darn. I had to get my fix before I left Charlotte.

Anyway, this post is about Nan, not me.

Now its time for a birthday acrostic: NAN IS MY FRIEND


N - Nan is nice.

A - always caring and concerned for others.

N - not afraid to be real and vulnerable


I - intelligent (she taught chemistry ya'll)

S - silly


M - marvelous mother to her two little guys

Y - youthful and beautiful


F - fun to be with and follower of Christ

R - radiant

I - interesting to talk to

E - exhuberant

N - nifty thrifty ideas for home decor or organization

D - dares to do what is best for her family no matter the cost


Nan has always been there when I needed her. I can count on her advice and the fact that she'll tell the truth even when I might not want to hear it. She loves her family fiercely and is such a wonderful mother to the boys. Where do you think I got a lot of reassurance and ideas on parenting from? Nan loves the Lord and allows Him to lead her life. She is a wonderful friend and someone that I treasure very much. Hope you had a happy birthday Nane! I love you girl!