This Tuesday July 19th our second born son will turn 18!!!
We will be out of town that week so this is an early birthday post just for him.

Nicholas Ryan Sanchez was placed in my arms early Monday morning July 19, 1993. I was six days shy of being 19. He was our second born child and our second son. When Nick (as he is now called) was a baby he would not leave my side.  A lot changes with time:-))

Nick has brought me an immeasurable amount of happiness. God has blessed Nick with some wonderful character traits.  He is one of the kindest, caring, loving people you will ever meet. He is so optimistic that it makes me mad sometimes. He has proven to be a hard worker and a quick learner.  Nick is an EXCELLENT brother. He is honest and trustworthy.

No, he is not perfect.  He is my son and my friend. 

It is incredible to think that these 18 years are over.  Time is passing by as a raging flood.

I am not sure what the future holds for Nick but I do know that if he will continue to trust in God all things will work for good. I am eternally grateful that God allowed Nick to be in this family.

Nick,
I love you!! 
I am thankful for you!! 
May your birthday be tremendous:-))

Love,
Mom