Cuando Joe llamo pidiendo la mano de mi hija yo solo pude pensar que estaban locos. Y asi fue, estaban locos de amor uno por el otro. Hoy soy una madre bendecida por ese amor.

When Joe called asking for my daughter's hand, I could only think that they were crazy. And so it was, they were crazy in love for each other Today I am a mother blessed for that love.

Joe and Sandra met at the exact perfect time. They were primed to find their life love. I know they will spend the rest of their lives together in love and happiness.


Joe y Sandra se conocieron en el momento perfecto. Estaban destinados a encontrar el amor de sus vidas. Sé que pasarán el resto de sus vidas juntos, llenos de amor y felicidad.

La vida pasa sin que podamos contar sus pasos, sin que podamos detener su curso, sin que podamos imaginar a donde nos lleva, pero cada minuto que respiramos es un regalo y cada dia que vivimos es una experiencia unica e irrepetible…Cuando me dijiste que pensabas casarte, me tomo de sorpresa, pense que era una locura de un momento, Joe leyo una pequena carta donde comentaba su interes en ti y donde expresaba su amor y lo escuche atento, pero vi en el alguien responsable. Con el paso del tiempo comprendi que era una relacion bonita y seria, se acompanan, se cuidan y se respetan, eso es genial. Te quiero mucho mucho y siempre seras mi nina querida , aunque seas adulta, pero comence a verte diferente, te veo mas responsable, mas independiente y es que ya eres toda una mujer. 
Les deseo toda la felicidad del mundo, que todos los suenos se les cumplan. Un monton de abrazos, besos y mi admiracion eterna. 





Life drifts past us, silent and swift—
its steps uncounted, its course unstoppable,
its destination unknown.
Yet each breath we take is a gift,
and every day we live is a singular,
unrepeatable miracle.
When you first told me you were thinking of marrying,
it caught me by surprise—
I thought it was the sweet madness of a fleeting moment.
Then Joe read a small letter,
quietly laying bare his heart—
his love for you, his hopes.
I listened closely,
and in his words I heard not just love, but responsibility.
As time passed, I saw something bloom—
a love that is gentle, steady, and real.
You walk side by side,
you protect each other,
you honor each other—
and that is something rare and beautiful.
I love you more than words can say,
and no matter how many years pass,
you will always be my cherished little girl.
Yet now, I see you differently—
a woman in full bloom: strong, wise, radiant.
I wish you both a life brimming with joy,
that every dream finds its wings,
and that love always lights your path.
With all my hugs, all my kisses,
and my everlasting admiration.


My dad passed away in February of 2024. There are so many things that I could say, and to whittle all of the life lessons, incredible experiences, and often unbelievable stories into one paragraph is not only difficult, it’s nearly impossible. Many remember him as someone that could bring a peaceful calm in the most trying of times, and yet make you laugh with a potent Dad-joke or precise movie reference when appropriate – and often when not. But I remember him as the man that taught me so much about the world. He taught me how to throw and kick a ball, how to follow the currents while kayaking the Puget Sound, and how to swing a golf club. But most importantly, he taught me the importance of enjoying life’s smallest moments. Like how to enjoy just sitting on a mountain trail taking in the stunning view or just sitting down across from a friend to play a silly board game with a beer or a whiskey. He lived a life ripe with moments like these. Moments where he could sit down, slow the passage of time around him, and enjoy the little things.

Without my Dad, I wouldn’t be the person I am. I wouldn’t be able to love Sandra the way I do. I wouldn’t be able to show the compassion that she fell in love with. I wouldn’t be able to show the passion for her that will never cease. And I know he is just as excited for this union as the rest of us. Because in life, I know he would have loved Sandra. He would have seen the kindhearted, funny person that she is. And he would have seen us as a couple for the ages. So to my Dad, I say cheers, I miss you, I love you, and thank you for everything.