Happy Birthday, Richard!!!
On September 19, 1972, Richard Paul came into the world at a hospital in New Salem, Arkansas.
Richard's dad, Paul, owned a farm in southern Missouri, and was on a trip to purchase chickens the night Richard was born quite unexpectedly- three weeks early. Richard's mom, Lynette, was 19 years old when she became a mother! She'll never forget the rush to the hospital with her sister-in-law, and the delivery of her first sweet baby boy. :)
Paul & Lynette watched their little son grow.....
....and wondered whether he'd vote Republican or Democrat-? :)
Richard grew up learning what "hard work" meant, along with developing an appreciation for animals. :)
The photo below was at Richard's first Birthday party! His Aunt Doris made the cake, and his cousin, Terry, joined in for the photo op.
Paul giving Richard a much needed lift! :)
Church Camp-meeting time~!
Richard was thrilled to become a big brother to Matt....
...the two boys instantly became life-long pals :)
"Hey, did you hear the one about the cow and the pig??"
My absolute favorite photo in the world!!! What adorable little farmers!
A few years later, Richard & Matt welcomed their baby sister, Christi, into the world! :)
Richard, Matt & Christi experienced all types of adventures together, but the greatest adventure of all was when little brother, Darren, was born several years later... in the 90's! :)
[at Darren's high school graduation in 2009]
..... and the Sorrell family adventures continue .... :) :)
