11 December 2007

Today he turns fifteen. He’s probably entering the final year that the lovely and talented and downright sexy Mrs. Hook and I will have any influence on the formation of his character. His core values.

Like most parents, I worry that we’ve done a good job of preparing him for what lay ahead. I know that life has a lot of decisions for him to face, and that the tough ones are just around the corner. Our oldest boy has had his share of challenges and has fought through them. I suspect he’ll continue to fight and succeed. He is a good kid and I know he’ll become a great man.

Renegade Ryan is the type of person that runs into a burning building, leaving the task of calling 911 to someone else. He does so not because of some weird fascination with fire, but to help others. Almost to a fault, he is always there to lend a hand.

Happy Birthday Son, I love you and I’m very proud of you. I hope that I’ll be home for the next one. Sgt Hook Dad out.


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  1. Happy Birthday to RR.

    And so you know….I have a feeling that you and that lovely wife of yours will be influencing your entire band for years to come.

    The examples set stay with us for a lifetime. And I have no doubt that he is blessed in his.

    He may just take a few years to admit that. ;-) You know how teenagers are…..

    Comment by Tammi — 11 December 2007 @ 1345


  2. Happy Birthday Ryan!

    I’ll second Tammi’s observations…I don’t think you are the Mrs. is done with the influence as a role model, and based upon your qualities, I’d venture that you have nothing to worry about with your children.

    Comment by David M — 11 December 2007 @ 1524


  3. A very Happy Birthday to Renegade Ryan.

    Ah the fun part of parenting… from the age of 15-21. He has a great base to start from and I know you two will certainly worry until he’s past the teen years and into young adulthood - that’s part of being a parent. I’m betting he’ll be terrific.

    Comment by Teresa — 11 December 2007 @ 1700


  4. No parent ever stops worrying or trying to give guidance. I have to agree with what has already been said.
    Appreciation comes later. But OH does it feel good.
    Just watch Renegade as he blossoms and grows. With
    wonderful parents like you two, he can’t go wrong.
    Sending Happy Birthday wishes for Ryan.

    Comment by Soldier Angel Robin — 11 December 2007 @ 1740


  5. Birthday wishes to the young man.

    Comment by Jim - PRS — 12 December 2007 @ 0237


  6. Happy Birthday, Ryan.
    Congratulations Sgt. & Mrs. Hook.

    Ryan, thank you for being my future. I have faith in you. Go have fun, learn and live.

    … and don’t kiss girls, that’s just gross - they have cooties. K?

    ;)

    Love.

    Comment by Pixie — 12 December 2007 @ 0620


  7. Happy Birthday Ryan, and thank you. As the son of a U.S. soldier, you also serve our Country and sacrifice for us by living with your Dad’s deployments and relocations. Thank you for all the times when I’m sure you miss your Dad and would rather have him at home.

    Comment by Anthony — 12 December 2007 @ 0738


  8. Late, but hope the birthday was happy, RR!

    Comment by MissBirdlegs in AL — 12 December 2007 @ 1353


  9. Happy belated birthday Renegade Ryan, I hope you enjoyed yourself!

    Comment by gypsy — 13 December 2007 @ 0223


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