February 22, 1972

It was high noon on this date, when Mr. Eric Gilbert Moteberg arrived . He was a strapping big boy 9 pounds and 14 1/2 oz and was 22 inches long. He had a rough time getting into this world but he made it and his Dad and I saw the most handsome baby boy ever born. We were so thrilled to have a son. He was a sweet baby boy and filled our lives with more love then we knew that we could receive or give. It wasn't long before we realized that we had a smart young man on our hands. By the age of 2 he was reading and correcting his sisters speech.

He has brought us so much joy in his 35 years of life. Along with his intelligence was a very musically talented young man. We spent many nights at concerts and plays that he was in. He also did some sports and that was always fun to go and watch him participate in them. He now has taken a beautiful loving wife and has given us 2 beautiful talented grandchildren. I believe his son is giving him a run for the money.

How Gil and I thanked God over and over for the son that he gave us.

Eric I know that your Dad would be so proud of you as I am. Thank you for all the fun and love you have given to me

Happy Birthday Eric. You are greatly loved.

Mom