Birthday Boy

We celebrated Mark's birthday a few weeks ago and I just have to embarrass him for a moment, because, well, this is my blog and I can. I can honestly say that we are truly blessed to have Uncle Mark live right down the street. Often people will ask me if it's bothersome living so close to family or awkward in any way. I smile and tell them we wouldn't want it any other way. Mark is such a great help to me and my family. He is always there when we need help with anything at all. He has jumped in as babysitter, chauffeur to the hospital, doctor, lawn boy, gardener, cook, you name it.
But above all, he is so great with my kids. Each week, sometimes twice a week, he makes sure he calls Max when he is going to mow his lawn. He knows that Max loves to mow and he works it around Max's nap time so that he can come and get him. He brings his truck down, loads Max's little mower and weed eater in the back, plops Max on his lap and lets him drive the five houses down the street to go mow. It is a highlight of Max's week. We love you Mark and wish you all the best this year!