70 YEARS young!
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You mean so much to all of us — a devoted son and brother, a loving husband, a doting father and grandfather and a fun-loving uncle. Congratulations on seventy strong years and counting! Happy Birthday! Your family 3
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Thank you for Picking me to smile at in Economics class Agreeing to marry me so I didn’t have to go to graduate school Loving and liking my family Letting me have more children than you ever imagined having and Admitting it was a great idea Working so hard so I could stay home with those kids Fending for yourself so I could visit and get to know our grandchildren Bringing me coffee (and croissant if available) to our hotel room Buying us Su Casa Insisting I have the last bite or sip of anything we are sharing Allaying my worries and fears Having the most cheerful, optimistic, even temperament of anyone I know Joining me at 70 Love and Happy Happy Birthday!!!
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MOT H E R
Loving son Mom
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DAUGH T E R
One of my favorite “dad wisdom” memories is from one day at our house in Santa Ana, when I was about eight years old and I got really mad about something – so mad that I announced I was running away. I remember you took the news quite well. You got up, escorted me politely to the door, opened the door and let me out onto the front porch. You then explained that I was welcome to run away, but I was not, under absolutely any circumstances, allowed to step off the porch. And then you closed the door, leaving me to think about my options and — eventually — decide to come back in. I think I love this memory so much because, well, it’s just so us! You have always been the calm, practically Spock-like voice of logic and reason in every challenge I’ve ever faced. You’re supportive and generous with your guidance, and then you patiently step back and show your trust that I’ll reach the right decision on my own. And, no matter how far any of us may ever go, you always keep us close to home. I love you. Happy Birthday! Julie
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GR A N DSON
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My favorite things about Grandpa are how he always reads to me, takes us swimming and snuggles with me. Dexter
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GR A N DSON
Grandpa is the nicest person I know. He has the best sense of humor, we always do so many fun things together. He taught me how to boogieboard, bodysurf, and have a bunch of fun at the beach. Also, he introduced me to California rolls and fried clams! Kai
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DAUGH T E R
In expectation of the upcoming celebration of your birthday, I’ve reminisced a little about growing up as your child —a status that I am privileged to have and share with the other four. Growing up, you and Mom loved us with devotion and selflessly taught us how to navigate life and love the families we have created of our own. Thank you for the many lessons, although at the time I may have complained about them as “lectures.” You taught me to think independently, identify and troubleshoot problems, and gave me the confidence to find solutions. I was very lucky to grow with the constancy of your support. But when I meander on memory lane, what strikes me most was the effort you always made to make everyone feel included, comfortable, and entertained. Be it a family vacation or a summer night at the pool, you were so mindful of including everyone and making them feel special.
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My favorite example of this and one that frequently pops up in my thoughts was the way you always walked away from a restaurant cashier with a handful of Andes Mints for us all. A sweet treat in addition to already treating your family to a meal out together, it always made me feel loved and part of something special. Thank you for continuing this loving effort with your grandchildren. When asked to draw a picture for your birthday, Hannah wanted to draw about you taking her to the movies, and Erin drew a picture of going to the beach with you. And they both wanted to draw Shirley Temples, evidence that they, too, associate your love with a special sweet treat. Much love and appreciation to you from us on your special day!
Love, Lorrie, Kergin, Hannah, & Erin
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GR A N DDAUGH T E R
I love going to the beach with you. Erin
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Grandpa takes me to the movies and I like when he treats me to a Shirley Temple.
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If someone were to ask me what it was like growing up with you as a father, I think what stands out as most significant is how you always always put family first. From summer evenings at the pool and Saturday drives through the Hill Country to opera dates and dinners at Evvia, you somehow find time for all of us and each of us and make it seem effortless. I don’t think I fully appreciated how difficult that is until I had kids of my own. We are so lucky to have grown up with your unending support, patience, positivity and encouragement. To this day, we all know if we ever needed anything you’d be there in a heartbeat, or at least a plane ride. I love that because of that same dedication, despite the distance, my kids get to see you often to know and love their grandpa.
Happy Birthday Dad! Love, Katie
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GR A N DSON
Age 3
I love Grandpa. Finley 70 Y E A R S YOU NG
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GR A N DDAUGH T E R
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I hope you have a happy birthday, and rest of your life! Abby
Age 6
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Age 8
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SON
For as long as I can remember, you’ve been my travel guide and companion. Thank you for instilling in me a love of adventure and the unknown. We’ve made it to most corners of the world together—I’m always looking forward to the next adventure. Love, Stephen
Ruidoso 1990
Hawaii 1997
Belize 1998
Cozumel 1998
Hawaii 2000
Texas DPS 2000
Alaska 2001
Scotland 2003
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“The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready.” HENRY DAVID THOREAU
“Like all great travelers, I have seen more than I remember and remember more than I have seen.” BENJAMIN DISRAELI
Post Scotland 2003
Cambodia 2007
Thailand 2007
Thailand 2007
New York 2012
US Open, SF 2012
Bandon Dunes, 2017
Ojai 2019
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DAUGH T E R-IN-L AW
To my number-crunching, stationary-biking, hard-working, coke-drinking, family-loving, computer-typing, errandrunning, hum-hum-humming, fact-checking, gangsta-driving, airplane-going, longtime-golfing, always loving & giving father-inlaw, happy birthday!
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GR A N DDAUGH T E R
You bring color to my life. Isla
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GR A N DSON
I love you. Quinn
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DAUGH T E R
From climbing trees as a kid, to navigating college and career changes, I have always been able to look to you for support, wisdom, guidance, and perspective — and it always comes with a smile, a bear hug, and a lap to curl up on. From you, I inherited an innate love of travel, a deep understanding of the importance of family, and a complete inability to keep a dry eye at sad movies. Love you so much, Tina 39
CH R IS SY ’S “ FR IE N D ”
Happy Birthday! I hope your day is filled with love and joy. The love, passion, and support that you have for your family is truly inspirational and something to aspire to. Thank you for not only sharing your family (and home) with me, but welcoming me with open arms.
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F U R RY GR A N DDAUGH T E R
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Thanks for all the snuggles and also the treats. This is my favorite photo because we have matching outfits. Pepper
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SIBLING S
Growing up with a big brother, around the world Love, Doug & Carolyn, & Ross
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E NSL E Y N IE CE S & N E PH E WS
Life coach & fashion icon Love, Todd & Janet, Kris, Kyle & Chrissy, Dean & Stacey, Ryan & Jordan, Megan & Christopher, Shawn & Brandon
A favorite photo sent from Kyle: “Just make sure you call out the chest hair. Also…are they backpacking in blue jeans?”
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One of my two favorite memories with you was when you taught me to ice skate. I’ve never been great at it but I enjoy it so much that I’ve made a point to go ice skating every winter since early high school. I even proposed to Stacy after ice skating! I vividly remember you showing me how to take babysteps, slowly build up momentum, and step up confidently to keep balance. I like to think that was one of many Lego pieces of life that contributed to the confidence I have as an adult. Thanks for always being a great uncle. Love, Dean P.S. My other favorite memory with you is watching the 2005 Rose Bowl at your house in Austin, where UT beat Michigan 38-37, and then you took me to campus and bought me a hoodie. To this day, I still own it! It’s so old and stretched out that somehow it’s still too big for me but it’s by far my comfiest and favorite sweater.
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LIE N H A R D SIBLING S
Our first brother-in-law Love, Rick & Janet, Paul & Susie, Lorrie & Ed, Dave & Kim
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Counting on, the Lienhard family There were seven original Lienhards. When Craig joined the family, he made eight. He set the bar high. And additionally, four more sibling in-laws would make twelve. With grandchildren the number would grow to twenty-nine. Add eight grandchildren in-laws, and fifteen great grandchildren, the number would swell to fifty-two. This is why we “apprec-e-eight� that Craig was the first to join our family! By Dave
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T H E C OL E S
Many wonderful memories Love, the Coles Happy Birthday, Craig! Your fun, kind, and generous spirit adds so much joy to our lives. We are very lucky to have shared all of these wonderful memories with you, and can’t wait for many more.
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LIE N H A R D N IE CE S & N E PH E WS
Awesome uncle (& sometimes landlord) Love, Jack & Emily, Greg & Gloria, Scott, Tom, Keyka, Edward & Lauren, Natalie & Devon, Suzanne, Madelyn, Michael, Allie, & Anna
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Happy 70th birthday to our former landlord, and the only uncle who would carry his sick niece to the bathroom 20 times in one night during a sleepover stomach bug. We love you very much! Love, Nat, Devon, and West
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We love you. 2020
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