This handsome young guy, who is also hilarious, kind, tender-hearted, energetic, and obedient, happens to be Mike's brother (my brother-in-law). We have not seen him in 23 months. He is not missing, he is just on a two-year LDS mission to Campinas, Brazil. He will be headed home in a month, (although if he had his way, he would stay another month to continue serving the great people of Brazil!)
Chris is the youngest in Mike's family, and definitely is the baby of the family. He is spoiled and loved by all, and will sucker you in for a good old back scratch anytime. Chris is such an amazing brother-in-law. He loves being an uncle, and is so excited to meet his two new nephews and new niece. He has such a love for Lilly and I love the bottom picture. He has such a sincerity while holding this heavenly little one.
One of the hardest parts about Chris being gone is that Ryker was born and passed while Chris was gone. We were able to call him, and talk to him after Ryker passed away. It was very hard to not have him here for the funeral, but we know that he is where he needs to be. Mike's family is so excited and we cannot WAIT for Chris to come home, and spend the summer on the boat, relaxing, having family barbecues, and camping up in the mountains. We love you Chris, and are anxious for your homecoming!
