Sweet 16 for Lauren

Ok. I know its late, but Lauren this is for you.

16 reasons I admire you:

1. You can cook anything in the microwave.
2. There's nothing physical that you can't do-dance, play ball, run long distances..
3. You can sing the words to any rap song and then turn right around and sing old school country.
4. You can make friends with anyone at anytime.
5. You aren't afraid to let people know that you don't like them.
6. You aren't afraid to let people know when you really care either.
7. You have your own sense of style and it looks good.
8. You are truly a "Redneck woman" that Gretchen would be proud of.
9. Your poetry inspires me.
10. Your songs amaze and touch me.
11. I love to watch you pitch (and sometimes hit people).
12. You are a good friend to have.
13. You are pretty inside and out.
14. You are good with animals.
15. You give good hugs.
16. You make your mother proud.