I'm 25 today. Bring on the rental car companies and the cheaper insurance, I'm ready. Actually it's a day like today that causes me to reflect back on the prior year and this past year was a doozy. However, I'm not about to start writing about all of that again. Instead, I'm writing this to say thank you.
Thank you mom and dad. When I came into the world screaming at 8:44pm you knew instantly I had my mother's temper. And I'm guessing it wasn't too long after I learned to talk that you realized I had my father's sense of humor. You both have been constants in my life that I could always count on and I love you dearly.
Thank you Jenn & Scott. Jenn and I didn't always get along and unfortunately for me I wasn't always the taller one. My best chance at surviving a fight with my sister was to get into the hallway with my hands pressing against the walls and my feet kicking as fast as possible. Miraculously once Jenn got her driver's license we became really good friends (go figure). Jenn you're an amazing sister who always makes a positive impact in my life. Scott you're an inspiration to me. I continue to wear my Scott Custer wristband and everyday I remember why I'm wearing it. I love you both.
Thank you friends. I'd love to take the time to call each of you out individually for the differences you've made in my life this past year but there's just not enough time. Just in the past 10 months my life has been like a roller coaster. It was always nice to know I had friends during that time I could count on. It's taken me 25 years but I finally understand the value of great friends. I can't possibly put into words how much I love and care for each one of you. If I've not made it clear with my actions I hope you all know I would do anything for you guys. I always enjoy my time with you all and I can't wait for even more days of fun to follow. Just know I don't take any of you for granted. I'm so glad I'm here and I'm so glad you are all here with me.
Now let's go out and party like it's 1983.
Jared
2 comments:
Happy Birthday!!!
(Don't do what I did on my 25th: get rip-roaring drunk, have a massive hangover, and take a zero on a linear algebra exam because you're going to puke all over the place.)
Hey, I resemble that remark! °Ü° Your dad and I love you very much and we're so thankful that you are surrounded by very dear friends who are an extension of your family. We wish you much love, success and happiness in the year to come.
Love, Mom
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