Yes, we have another bday at the Gramling house…our third in the last few weeks. All of our kids bdays are right around the same time.  So, today we celebrate the last one…our oldest, Tyler, turns 17 today!!!  WOW, I can’t believe that!  It seems like just yesterday I was holding his tiny little 5lb. 8oz. body in my arms… he was so tiny cause he was about 6 weeks early.  However, today he “towers” over me.

We are so proud of Tyler!  He is such a wonderful young man.  From the time he was a little bitty guy, he has had such strong morals & convictions.  And he always stands firm for what he believes in.  He has such a servant’s heart…and serves all weekend, every weekend, in the student ministry at Flamingo.  

Ok, just for fun, let me tell you a little bit about Tyler’s personality… in case you don’t know this. Tyler is one of the biggest irritators I have ever met in my life… no kidding! He absolutely LOVES to irritate, esp. his brother & sister.  We thought he would outgrow it, but don’t think that’s gonna happen. He can get them so fired up in just a split second… he’s just gifted in that way.  And another of his personality traits is… he LOVES to argue! He will argue with anyone, about anything. Just for the sake of arguing. Hmmm, wonder where he gets that??? But really, Tyler is a pro at pleading his case.  Maybe he’s gonna be a lawyer?  

Tyler, we love you very much… even when you are irritating or arguing. We know God has BIG plans for you, and have no doubt that you will reach your God potential. We are so proud of you! Hope your 17th bday is the best yet!

Dad & Mom