Birthdays in March

Mark and Max

Kira and Kendyl

My family birthdays in March consist of Kira, the 9th (40th!!) and Mark, the 13th (38th). 

This blog is dedicated to both of them and my fond memories with them.

Kira has been a great influence in my life. When I moved to Utah she was my best

friend and mentor. She helped me during the very difficult teen years and kept me grounded. 

 We've had some fun times together, Kira is always up for an adventure and there's never a dull moment with her.  I remember when we just moved to Utah and our area was still rural.  Kira and I would go investigate old houses and fields. We would always get bored on Sundays and end up going on drives in the old LTD. One time we ended up in Idaho where we ate at Dennies and then went home! She is also the funniest person to go on trips with.  My last trip with Kira was visiting her in Cal.  We went to Disneyland where we rented a wheelchair and scammed our way into the front of the line on all the ride.  I love her adventurous spirit and her excitement for life.  

I have always seen Mark as the ultimate Big brother. He was my protector when I was younger from Curtis. He also would sometimes let me join in the games with him and Darby. When I was older he was hilarious to hang out with and I remember bored night with Curtis and Mark where we would goto Albersons and get treats. Sometimes we (curtis, mark and me) would have late night hangouts in the Kitchen, where Mark would make about 10 sandwiches! I've always thought of Mark as a fun, loving spirit and this has been proven when I watch him with his children today.  He is such an involved Dad and no one could doubt he's love for them.  I'm proud of all that he has accomplished and miss living close to him and his family. 

Happy b-day to both of them, the family would never be complete without them.