The First Born

26 years ago, Theresa Renee Lundeen slid into the world, possibly because she thought there was a party out here. I understood her confusion. Being first time parents, we were trying to go for a mood and were playing Bob Marley in the birthing room. 

She resembled Tweety Bird for quite some time when she was little. She’s turned napping into an art form and if it could be a vocation, she’d make it happen. I’d say she no longer hoards stuff but I haven’t been to her apartment in many months. (She comes here)

*At a very early age, she was hanging with our friends, much more mature than her actual years. 

*She’s excellent at planning, organizing, getting things done.

*She skillfully shifted her major at SCAD from illustration (can be dicey getting a job), to User Experience (an incredibly in demand vocation regarding making it easier to navigate websites). 

*She’s a very good designer.

*Is learning Swedish.

*Was gainfully employed within two months of graduation.

*Has successfully maintained an 8 year relationship, even though five years were long distance.

*She has an interesting mix of Lin’s and my sense of humor.

*She’s a considerate and thoughtful person.

What more could I ask for? Lin and I are both very proud of her. 

Happy birthday, hon.