A Quarter Century!

Twenty five years ago, one of the very best things in my life happened; Ryan was born!

He spent much of his adolescence engrossed in video games,

 and still loves any free time he can steal to enjoy the diversion.

He likes to find places far from the madding crowd.

The standing ovation he received at graduation was a well-deserved 

recognition of all his hard work, motivation, and responsibility.

Ryan does difficult math and loves it.

He has always liked looking for and finding good rocks,

and still enjoys the search. (Living in Colorado is perfect for this!)

This is one of Ryan's photos; he says he identifies most strongly with the

 goose on the right. (He definitely knows how to think for himself!)

Happy 25th Birthday, Ryan!

Thank you for giving me the privilege of being your mother, 

and thank you for being such a wonderful, extraordinary son (and person!)