Matthew and Michael were very different from each other, as they were growing up, in personality, talents, and interests. But they are both deep thinkers, introspective, highly intelligent, and rather on the solemn side by nature. Yet they share a funny, wry sense of humor, and both are compassionate, caring, and loving. Matthew was passionate about reading, and both loved for me to read to them, as they were growing up. Michael is fascinated by baseball. They were both blessed to be born with no problems. My sons are deeply beloved by me, and precious to my mother-heart.

   I wanted to share these beautiful pictures. There is an applet on the next page, with a collection of treasured photos.