Today my nephew Luke turns 20 years old.
Normally I would text him and maybe post something funny on social media about him. But this year I can’t text him. I mean, I COULD, but he wouldn’t see it for 6 days so what’s the point Yes, Luke is still in Georgia for his AIT training. His graduation date is August 29th. Then he will going back home to Minnesota with his family.
But almost as weird as him celebrating his birthday so far from home is the fact that he is turning TWENTY. How is this possible??? I remember the day he was born like it was yesterday. HOW can 20 years have passed since then?? I remember holding him at his baptism being so afraid of dropping him. I remember being at his preschool graduation (and I remember my grandpa laughing about the very concept). I remember birthday parties and overnight stays at my house. It feels like he just graduated from high school (at age 17) last week.
But in spite of my denial, yes, it’s true that my nephew has been on this planet for 20 years now. Even though it feels like he was just born yesterday.
So happy birthday Luke! Looking forward to seeing you soon!