Chris

You know, it's kind of funny how many times people have mistakenly assumed that Chris and I are going out. Maybe if we looked more alike, people would be less confused. But I don't really think I would change anything about him or about me because I'm quite happy with the way things are. He is a really wonderful cousin -- but what's more, he's a good friend, not to mention the teasing, affectionate, protective older brother I never had.
I'm good friends with most of my cousins, but there's something special about Chris. I just feel so comfortable around him. We work really well together, although we do sometimes act very much like brother and sister. He has this awful habit of tickling me . . .
And Chris is such a good listener. He's like the "psychologist" or something. Sometimes, it seems as if everyone on campus has a problem, and they absolutely have to talk it out with him. Because he really does care about people and take the time to listen and be patient. And his advice is actually useful.
But what I admire most about him is his incredible ability to sacrifice unspeakingly. He will do almost anything for the people he loves, no matter how it hurts him -- financially, time-wise, whatever. And he doesn't brag about his great deeds. And he doesn't tell everyone that really he is extremely smart -- and knows Greek and is great at sports and preaching. And part of that is just because
he doesn't realize he's this great.
And that's part of the reason that makes him so incredible.