Once upon a time......There lived a LEGEND....celebrating 84 years! Happy Birthday Gaylord-

The man of honor, the man of hardwork. This man is known for his craftiness, for his talent..for his tenacity to get the job done. Circa 1950's...during the Merc' phase...of choppin' and customizing the interior like no other left a mark in history of what the "True" meaning of kustomizing meant. Between "flat bottom" boats, custom cars, a shop in Lynwood and a family, he managed to juggle it all; to provide and expand his name that is known across the world today. He has raised all of his children to be VERY hardworking and successful. Happy Birthday to a man I've always admired. Such a fun soul. Who can party like no other- Surrounded by his sweets...and "Bridgette" his best friend. His rock. His confidant- Cheers Birthday boy...Keep it rockin! I've always loved this picture...it's from Easter a few years ago. I love it. I love hugs. Especially a hug from your dad.

One of his original boats. The guy was so honored to meet Gaylord at the races.

Gaylord....

When I sit and talk with him, I can hardly not look at his telling eyes without wondering what he really seen since a child...I look at his hard worked hands and finger nails...that have been tarnished from War. His hardworking arms..(that are the complete carbon copy of Bill's)- He's a man of great stories..and I'm glad I've been given the chance to listen.
While we were in Havasu celebrating Kali's birthday, we heard from Shirley that Gaylord's best friend from his childhood (Harley), who he stayed close to until..passed away on Saturday. But he waited until Gaylord was driven out there to see him in the desert...it just broke my heart, and reminds us of how fast life is...how things change eventually...how the people that we surround ourselves with...friends or family can slip away...be sure to make those calls often, visit the ones you love...when you think you should call or "text"...just do it. A simple hello..or I love you....won't leave a regret. Cherish every single second we can while we're here. And can.

Happy Birthday Gaylord......May you celebrate more healthy and peaceful ones....and know you are loved by many-