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Life Is Not a Dress Rehearsal JUNE 21, 2015

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WHAT YOUR LOVED ONES HAVE TO SAY ABOUT YOU Mommies & Joe

Pumpkin What my wife means to me… when I first met her I knew in an instant that my live was changed forever. It was the most certain I’ve ever been in my life. There are times where I will just sit and watch her from a distance and just be mesmerized by her grace and beauty and her kindness and love.

Legends say that hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. the hummingbird’s delicate grace reminds us that life is rich, beauty is everywhere, every personal connection has meaning and that laughter is life’s sweetest creation.

Tamiko dear, you are our hummingbird, you have all of these traits and more, beauty, wisdom, love and kindness. We love you so much.

Happy 50th Birthday!!

Baby Squash When you came into my life I wasn’t looking for a bonus Mom. All I knew was that you made Pop happy and you made him a better man, that’s all I needed to know. But what I found out is that you make me happy and make me a better man too. I couldn’t ask for a better Bonus Mom. I love you very much and I thank God that you came into my life. Happy birthday!!!! I love you.

Addie Happy Birthday Sister!

To good health, good fortune and many more years to come. 50 and Fabulous- You rock!

The Girls Happy Birthday, Auntie Miko!! We love you.

Kelly As one of the newer members of this family who lives so far away, it is only a couple of times each year that I get the pleasure of spending time with you. And in such a short time since I have become a member of the family, we have become close.

You, my fellow Gemini, are a dear friend and one of the most genuine, beautiful, sophisticated, professional, compassionate, giving, and loving woman I have ever met. I am blessed beyond words to have become part of your life through this family. You are an inspiration to me and in such a short time, I have come to consider you one of my trusted confidants. So, thank you for your positive words of encouragement, for being an example of what it means to be a great wife, for your generosity, and for opening your heart and home to me like no other.

My wish for you on this 50th celebration of your birth is another 50 years of this beautiful life, so that you will be able to reap, tenfold, what you have sown. My hope is that you will be blessed by others as you have been a blessing to them. My prayer is for your continued good health, happiness, and success. And my promise is that I will be here for you should you ever need me.

J. Cody Patterson It has been so great having adjoining offices over the last 12 years. You have always been there for your friends and family. It has been fun to share important moments in both our lives together.

Thanks for being a great friend to everyone you know.

Baba (aka: Barbara)

RJ

It was a celebration of your birth when you crossed paths with Pop. That meet-cute was the beginning of a wonderful blessing for every one of us. Thank you for being there.

You have become an important person in my life and your birthday becomes an important day not only for you but for the ones around you. Poppa made the right choice to love you and ask you to marry him. I hope your birthday is just as special if not more than the feeling that people get when they get the chance to celebrate it with you.

One of my favorite memories is of you on my wedding day.

You wanted it to be so special. It was spectacular!!!

We were going through some pictures and found this one.

It was RJ’s 3rd birthday party. You and Pop came all the way to Edwards to play with us.

Kamesh & Nicholas My fondest memories of Tamiko….

One that I can remember is getting my hair combed every Saturday morning that I was at her house before we could go outside and play or roller skate.

Another fun memory of Tamiko is when she would make me read her the TV Guide from Sunday to Saturday, it was my “job.”

Another fond memory of Tamiko is when she was getting ready for her debutante ball. I watched her get dressed, she looked like Cinderella.

Christie I’ve always felt so lucky to call you my bonus mom. When I first heard you call it that I thought it was so cute and funny-but when I think about what bonus mom actually means-it’s the perfect description of who you are to me. You have always added something extra to my life - you have been a friend, a confidant, someone I look up to, someone who inspires me,

Auntie Janice What I can remember about “Tabitha” is…

When all of the girls were marching in the Christmas parade for drill team and Tamiko was in the front line and she wasn’t moving. She was still marching but wasn’t moving. The whole team was telling her to move but she said, “I can’t. My mom told me not to go on a red light.” She held up the whole parade until the light turned green and she went.

But most of all the best memory I have of Tamiko is being a very good cousin who inspired us, who loved us unconditionally and who played with us even though she didn’t want to.

Tamiko has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally and I love her for putting up with 5 bratty children every Saturday morning and giving up her time and energy to love us.

My son’s fondest memory of Tamiko is when she would come from college and buy him the Little Golden Books and sit on the floor and read them to him, he would call her “Auntie Tamiko,” never “cousin Tamiko” because he respects her so much as an aunt.

Tamiko will always be our guardian angel sent from above.

and someone I can just sit down with and have a glass of wine and share a story and laugh.

advice when it comes to guys, career, friends, or just being a woman - you always know the perfect thing to say.

In addition to that you make my dad so happy, you have changed him for the better, and have helped improve my relationship with him.

I know this is going to make you cry because as I was writing it I started crying myself. Thank you so much for everything you’ve done for me, for all of the wonderfully wise advice you’ve given me, for always being my cheerleader, and for making “my” dad happy.

You always know the right thing to say and always seem to have the best

Valerie

Laura

Your kindness takes my breath away and your good nature melts my heart. God Blessed me with the pleasure of knowing you and Loving you for so many years of your life.

We Celebrate, not just your Birthday, but all those moments that made so many lives special in every way! Happy 50th!! and may your Light always shine!

I remember a sweet schoolmate, one year ahead of me, who reached out w/ her friendship & guidance. She made me feel like family when I was so far from my own.

Rosie Fine I first met Tamiko, when she was an intern law student at San Fernando Valley Neighborhood Lead Services. She was energetic, intelligent and beautiful. …still is at 50 years old. We instantly become friends.

They said that friendship is one of the most precious gifts of life. Tamiko, is very precious. She has been there to share my joys and sorrows.

Staycee Gordon I love working with Tamiko. Her smile lights up the office and my day. She puts others before herself and is always interested in your family and what you are doing.

Tamiko dresses like no one else. She is always put together beautifully with everything matching, including her endless accessories.

We have worked together for over 10 years and on my very first day at the office, she took me to lunch and made sure I knew where to find everything.

She is a very special person. She boasts about her family and Richard constantly and loves spending time with her nieces and nephews.

I am very honored to have Tamiko in my life.

I remember long hours at the shop together, waiting for Eugene; and overnights at her grandmother’s house, with big, delicious breakfasts in the morning.

I remember encouragement through finals, moot court & Bar exam prep; and early morning walks when we shared our hurts, hopes and dreams for the future.

We’ve laughed until our sides ached; cried because our hearts ached & held each other up in prayer. More than 20 years have passed since we met, and through all the time and distance you’ve remained a precious friend.

You are a beautiful person and I’m proud of who you are & all that you’ve accomplished!

Happy Happy Birthday, Sister!

Laurie & Tim Tamiko lives her life with passion, compassion, laughter and style – she thrives and encourages everyone around her to thrive as well!

A cherished lifetime memory is touring Italy with Richard and Tamiko – what a wonderful adventure with amazing friends! It is truly a gift from God to have Tamiko in our life!

Karen & Jim Hollywood Bowl. Relax, Jim’s got parking down. LOL A bit about our friend Tamiko, as if you didn’t know these things!....

Tamiko is one of the most genuine people we have ever known. Not only is she physically beautiful, but she is beautiful on the inside and you feel her caring intensions not only through her eyes, but her actions. She is always happy for your successes and encouraging of your challenges. She is remarkable and we count ourselves lucky to have her in our lives.

Kitt

Betty Arenson It would be a far shorter list to write the things that Tamiko is not versus what she is.

I had the pleasure of meeting Tamiko about 13 years ago when I began working at a law firm where she was already employed. It was only momentarily that she had my respect and admiration.

Tamiko is an outstanding individual; smart, circumspect, engaging, appreciative, upbeat, patient and a wonderful co-worker. Yes, all of that and she is obviously beautiful and classy with a winning personality.

I feel blessed that circumstances placed her in my life and that she is someone I thoroughly enjoy knowing. I am so very happy to be wishing her life’s very best on her 50th birthday.

Julie

Roy

What can I say about a woman who is beautiful inside and out.

What a treasure it is to call her my sister and friend.

Tamiko I’m sad I cannot be with you as you celebrate this joyous occasion but please know that we are forever connected in the spirit of sisterhood. May God’s choicest blessings be upon you on your special day and everyday of your life.

It’s been many beautiful years and we’ve been through so much including Casa Bella, Mariah and many other things “Deluxe.” I wouldn’t trade you for anything on this earth.

Thank you for what you have done for me, Denise and my brother.

Love you more than you will ever know.

Aunt Gail May you always be as productive and happy as you are today. Happy, happy birthday, Sweetheart!

Aunt Regina From Zero to Fifty, Looking back seems Swifty.

Treasured Memories all Fun and Jiffy.

Those adolescence years were quiet and Drifty.

Oh, but the pre-teen & teen years really Nifty.

Always dressed Spiffy, and on the dance floor quite Twisty!

Quick to laugh and oh so Witty.

You filled my Heart with Love and Joy never Pity.

I’s a Blessing to witness your turning FIFTY!!

When I look at this picture it represents so much of the space you represent in my life. It has been over 30years now that I can call you my sister and I am so grateful for the memories we will always share. You are a woman of grace, you are someone I respect and love for your generosity of spirit-your open heart and your smile that always reminds me of sisterhood.

You are the sister I never had, a woman I admire and my sands for life. I wish you light and love on your 50th bday and I can’t wait for what the next 50 bring.

Love you!

Adrienne C. Willkomm I truly feel privileged to know Tamiko. When I first met Tamiko 12 years ago, my first impression was that she was gorgeous, smart, accomplished and supremely polished. Tamiko is truly an inspiration. She is the epitome of class, grace and drive with a great sense of humor. Tamiko lives her life to the fullest and knows how to savor things that many are just too busy to notice. Tamiko loves each and every season whether it is a beautiful sunny day, or a winter day when you get to wear your favorite sweater and boots. How wise is she to do that.

That is how she lives her life. She finds the good in each moment as she does with each season.

She reminds me that life is not a dress rehearsal.

I can truly say, that Tamiko will also be in my heart and mind as one of those people who left a huge, positive impression on me.

Mark May God always keep you in his tender care. Happy Birthday! Love you!

Lindell Happy Birthday Miko! Thank you for being such an inspiration to all the kids in the family, especially young ladies.

Tahj Denise It’s so hard to put into words just how much you mean to me. I look up to you, admire you and respect you.

You are such an amazing woman and role model for myself, my children and so many around you. You put a light in my uncle’s eye and a smile on his face like no other. You do everything with such style and grace and always make things look so easy.

Some of my fondest memories of you include….

Our “off to college” brunch when Nae, Amber and I were headed to college. The time you took to help us mentally prepare for the next chapter in our lives meant so much.

Shopping for the perfect dress for my college graduation, you took me to a beautiful boutique where we found the perfect red dress. You always go out of your way to do special things for me and show me the finer things in life.

Always being there, whether it’s coming to a birthday party, unpacking dishes at a new home, showing up to cheer for Tahj at his basketball game, showing up to the hospital when I’m having a baby or surgery, the list goes on. No matter what it is you are there and it means the world to me.

I love you as an aunt, a friend, a mother figure and the phenomenal woman you are.

You’re nice to me and you do everything for me. My favorite memory about you is when we went to Disneyland.

Nae, Dre, Amaiyah, Marley and Nayli What an honor it is to celebrate this milestone with you, and of course, you make it look SO easy. Not surprising. In fact, that’s one of the many things I admire about you, the fact that you make things seem effortless. Your style, your grace, your relationship, your career—you make it all look so easy. Everything you do, you do it with a smile. And it is that smile that left a lasting impression years ago when I met you.

You have always been an inspiration to me, and I am so extremely grateful for that. I remember when you “adopted” me as your niece shortly after you met me and embraced me with open arms. With all of my family overseas, you were the only “aunt” I had close by, and you made sure to go above and beyond to live up to the title.

The memories we’ve had (Hawaii! DC! Burke Williams trips!) are priceless. Whether it was our pre-college outing, my college graduations, my baby showers, my wedding shower, the wedding, the birth of my kids, and many many more, you have ALWAYS been there, ready with the right words, to support me.

Now that I am in a different phase of life with three girls, I realize even more the importance of having amazing role models around me. Not only for myself, but also for them. You have taught me so much about life not only through your words—but through your actions—and I hope I can do the same for them.

Miko, thank you for all you do for those around you. We see it. We feel it. We love it. And most importantly, we love you.

I wish you nothing but blessings and happiness for the next phase of life. Keep doing what you’re doing, because obviously it’s working. And keep sharing your secrets, please! We need more phenomenal women in this world for generations to come.

So here’s a BIG Happy Birthday shout out to one of the most beautiful and radiant women I have ever known, inside and out. Keep on shining.

Stephanie It’s amazing that the years have flown by. I thank God for connecting with you at 16. The relationship has grown and I know that God orchestrated the rest.

Thank you for the listening ear and being there. You are a beautiful woman with an amazing heart of gold. Your dedication to family and friends is transparent. God bless you for another 50 years.

Bo, Adam, Nicole and Paulina Keep the sparkle in your eyes, this beautiful smile and fire in your heart going for at least the next 50 years! Since the moment we met you, you were like a kindred soul that some search for million years in the universe, and we are lucky to have found each other in this lifetime.

“At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want.”

Lao Tzu You are LOVE, KINDNESS, JOY and STRENGTH and today we celebrate the beautiful YOU.

Jessica Corona You make work a fun place to be. Working with you has shown me what dedication, honor, respect, hard work and professionalism really means and what can be accomplished. You brighten up everybodys’ workday with your sparkling personality. You are the supreme fashionista and a shining example of what makes good co-workers great. Wishing you a birthday as spectacular as you are.

Mariah

Like The Wind

Kristin Berryman Where do you even begin with what I love and admire about Tamiko?

She is definitely one-of-a-kind.

She is classy and full of grace. She is an inspiration. She is always at the top of her game, a true powerhouse. She has the biggest heart. She is a blessing. I’m so thankful to call her my friend.

Shellie “Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.

Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to

be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.

Be careful. Strive to be happy.”

(Desiderata - Max Ehrmann) I wish you love, happiness, good health, dreams come true and tons of moments that make your heart smile. Your friendship is one of my most cherished blessings.

Susy From the moment you walked into our office, I knew you were someone special. As you know, the word that immediately popped into my head that described you perfectly was “regal.”

Well, over the last fifteen years, I have learned so much more about you. Yes, you are definitely regal and know how to make an entrance, but you are so much more than that. You prepare meticulously for every court appearance, know how to write the perfect “thank you” note, can wear bling with style and flair, are able to cuss by saying “cocker spaniel” and still make your point, and are always ready to come in to have an “off the clock” moment when we need one. I have learned that whether we are working into the late night hours preparing for a trial or dancing the night away with Mary J. Blige, you are someone who I can count on to be by my side. You are someone who will cry right along with me when I am happy or sad. But most of all, Tamiko, I have realized that when you walked through that door almost fifteen years ago, a wonderful friend walked into my world.

Yummy Delicious

Happy birthday to you, my fellow gladiator.

Madeline Patterson You are such a hard worker and very happy and fun all the time. You are easy to talk to and can brighten anyone’s day with your smile. I hope you have a wonderful birthday, Tamiko. I’m sending you endless wishes for your big day.

Hope it’s relaxing and enjoyable.

5 THINGS TAMIKO CAN’T STOP SMILING ABOUT THIS MONTH

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Work

Home (Casa Bella)

As a little girl, Tamiko dreamed of being a Lawyer. It was no easy task, but she worked hard to make her dream a reality! She was drawn to the Law as a profession because it gave her the opportunity to help others that were not able to help themselves.

In 2010 God answered Tamiko’s prayer for a home where she and Richard could entertain their entire family – Casa Bella! Tamiko also enjoys quiet moments with tea and a good book in one of several tranquil spots, taking in the beautiful vista surrounding Casa Bella.

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Health

Husband Richard (Pumpkin)

Faith, Family, Friends

Tamiko is one to take care of her health. She is grateful to have good health that enables her to go and do the work at hand. With her busy schedule, she has no time for health issues!

June 22, 1995, was a day that changed two lives. Richard will call it the most powerful moment in his life – the day he met Tamiko!

Married on May 16, 1999 – and the love keeps growing!

Tamiko’s faith in God is central to everything she does and says. She rests in the love, peace and joy that she receives from her faith and is quick to share how God has blessed her and her gratitude to Him for His many blessings!

Among these blessings are her family and friends. Nothing brings a smile to Tamiko’s face quicker than the opportunity to be with family and friends!

She cherishes every moment and every adventure she shares with them!

PHOTOS

BEHIND THE SCENES

THE LIST

TRAVEL

10 OF TAMIKO’S FAVORITE THINGS

OH, THE PLACES SHE’S BEEN

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Franklin Covey Planner

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Pionies

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Yankee Candle

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The O Magazine (and that green dress)

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Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Wicked

LITERATURE

TAMIKO’S BOOK CLUB

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Flower Perfume

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Lovely Stationery

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A Relaxing Trip to the Spa

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Teapots

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